Douro River Cruise with Signature Excursions

9 AM: Cruise Departure

• Spend a relaxing morning cruising along the Douro, surrounded by the valley’s terraced vineyards and rolling hills.
• In the afternoon, join a guided tour of Lamego, a charming town rich in history and devotion, home to the impressive Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora dos Remédios.

Lamego Guided Tour (Included): 4-Hour Tour

• Enjoy a guided visit to the charming town of Lamego, a historic episcopal and commercial center surrounded by the Douro Valley’s rolling hills. Your tour will combine both coach and walking segments, offering the perfect balance of comfort and discovery.
• The highlight is a visit to the Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora dos Remédios, an 18th-century pilgrimage church known for its striking white façade and monumental baroque staircase of 686 steps, richly adorned with azulejos and rocaille details. From the top, enjoy panoramic views of the valley and misty mountains that frame this timeless town.
• Return on board in Régua to continue your journey along the Douro.

Then, enjoy an evening of dancing.

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9 AM: Cruise Departure

• Take in the beauty of the Douro Valley as you cruise past sunlit vineyards and rolling hills.

The Douro Museum & Wine Tasting Tour (Included): 4-Hour Tour

• Your experience begins on foot, accompanied by our onboard host or hostess, with a visit to the Douro Museum — a fascinating introduction to the region’s winemaking heritage and centuries of tradition.
• Next, continue by coach to Quinta do Tedo, a beautifully restored 18th-century estate set on a terraced hill surrounded by two rivers. Here, you’ll tour the property and enjoy a tasting of locally produced wine and olive oil, while taking in the breathtaking views of the Douro landscape.

Then, enjoy an evening of onboard entertainment.

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9 AM: Cruise Departure

• Admire the Douro Valley’s timeless scenery as your cruise winds between golden vineyards and gentle slopes.

Guided Tour of Porto (Included): 4-Hour Tour

• Set off for Porto’s historic city center, a UNESCO World Heritage site filled with remarkable architecture and timeless charm.
• Your first visit is to the Church of St. Francis, one of the city’s most symbolic landmarks, known for its Gothic structure and lavish baroque interiors just steps from the Douro riverbank. Continue to the Palácio da Bolsa (Stock Exchange Palace), a magnificent 19th-century neoclassical building that stands as one of Porto’s true masterpieces. Inside, you’ll climb the grand marble and granite staircase to admire the Golden Room and the ornate Arab Room, where official receptions are still held today.
• The tour concludes with a visit to a traditional azulejo tile workshop, where you’ll discover the centuries-old art of Portugal’s iconic blue and white tiles. Learn how this craft, rooted in Moorish influence, evolved into one of the country’s most enduring symbols of beauty and identity.
• Return to the ship at the end of this enriching day in Porto.

The evening is free to do as you please.

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Enjoy time at leisure this morning to discover Porto at your own pace.

Guimarães Guided Tour (Included): 4-Hour Tour

• Depart from Porto by coach for a guided visit to Guimarães, often called the birthplace of Portugal. This charming university town is a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its perfectly preserved medieval center.
• Begin your walking tour through a maze of narrow streets and picturesque squares lined with 14th-century buildings. Admire the Nossa Senhora da Oliveira Church (exterior visit), the city’s most important religious monument, before continuing to the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza — a striking medieval residence that once housed Portugal’s first dukes.
• After your visit, return to Porto to rejoin your ship and enjoy the final moments of your Douro River journey.

This evening, enjoy a festive gala dinner on board, followed by lively traditional folk entertainment.

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9 AM: Cruise Disembark + Transfer to Porto Hotel

• Savor one final buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m., marking the end of your unforgettable Douro River journey.
• A transfer will be ready to take you from the pier to your Porto hotel, ensuring a smooth and comfortable end to your journey.

Our suggestion for your final day in Porto:

• Visit the famous Port wine cellars and enjoy some relaxed souvenir shopping in the city’s charming streets. (Get in touch with us if you’d like a few light itinerary ideas!)

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