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Vacations By Rail · River cruise
Essence of the Douro
Drift along the golden Douro on a cruise vacation that reveals the culture and scenery of the Iberian Peninsula, from coastal Porto to Salamanca.
Day by day
- Day 1railovernight: Ship (Porto)
To Porto, where we board our cruise ship
Arrive in Porto and transfer independently to the waterfront to board the ship. Welcome drink and first dinner on board, then a panoramic evening coach tour of Porto, including the São Bento railway station.
- Day 2overnight: Ship (Régua)
Discovering Porto and Régua
Guided tour of Porto's streets, azulejo-tiled townhouses and the iron bridge, plus a wine cellar visit to sample port wine. Rejoin the ship for lunch and cruise to Régua. Dinner and entertainment on board.
- Day 3overnight: Ship (Vega de Terrón)
The beauty of Mateus Palace and Gardens
Disembark and travel by coach to the 18th-century Mateus Palace, its grand halls, chapel and 16th-century winery, and the town of Vila Real. Return to the ship for lunch and an afternoon cruise to Vega de Terrón on the Spanish border. Onboard flamenco performance with dinner.
- Day 4overnight: Ship
To the golden city of Salamanca
Coach excursion into Spain to Salamanca (founded 1218). Guided city tour of the House of Shells, Plaza Mayor and other landmarks. Free afternoon before returning to the ship for dinner.
- Day 5overnight: Ship (Pinhão)
Following the renowned port wine route
Cruise downstream to Ferradosa, then an excursion along the port wine route to São Salvador do Mundo and São João da Pesqueira, including a tasting at a local quinta. Rejoin the ship in Pinhão for dinner with a folklore dancing performance.
- Day 6
Traveling home
Breakfast on board, say goodbye to the crew, disembark in Porto and begin the journey home independently.
Included
- Escorted throughout by a Tour Manager/Cruise Director team
- 5-night cruise onboard MS Gil Eanes or MS Amalia Rodrigues, operated by Croisi Europe
- Complimentary onboard Wi-Fi
- All coach travel throughout the tour
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner each day, including a gala dinner
- Drinks package with dinner every night of the cruise
- Superb excursions included
Not included
- Cancellation & Travel Insurance (not included but can be arranged)
- Flights and airport transfers
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