Rambling vineyards and charming native farms cling to the steep sides of the Douro River Valley, creating an incomparable backdrop to one of Europe’s most unspoiled regions and to Port country— the world’s oldest demarcated wine region. Sail roundtrip from Porto, the beautiful “City of Bridges”; visit Regua, the ‘capital’ of the Douro Valley; and marvel at Salamanca, the UNESCO-designated “Golden City.” Taste wines from historic wineries and soak up the genuine beauty of one of Europe’s most unadulterated landscapes.

COUNTRIES: Portugal, Spain

RIVERS: Douro

Day 1: Porto - EMBARKATION

Day 2: Régua  -Mateus Palace & gardens visit

Day 3: Vega de Terrón - Castelo Rodrigo tour with tasting of regional fare OR Castelo Rodrigo hike with tasting of regional fare

Day 4: Vega de Terrón - Salamanca excursion

Day 5: Pinhão - Quinta de Avessada lunch ;
Local quinta wine tasting

Day 6: Régua - Lamego tour and Bôlas tasting OR Holy Staircase hike and Bôlas tasting; Lunch at a local quinta

Day 7: Porto - “City of Bridges” tour OR Porto hike;
Port Wine Cellar Tasting; Porto Illuminations cruise

Day 8: Porto - DISEMBARKATION

Enhance your journey with an optional 3-night Lisbon Pre-Cruise extension before embarking on your 7-night Enticing Douro river cruise. Discover the charm of one of Europe’s most captivating cities as Lisbon unfolds across its iconic hills along the Tagus River. Your escorted tour includes visits to the striking Belém Tower, a 16th-century limestone fortress, and the magnificent Jerónimos Monastery—resting place of Portuguese royalty and national heroes. You’ll also enjoy a scenic morning excursion to the enchanting mountain village of Serra de Sintra, a royal retreat for over 500 years. 

This unforgettable experience is just $2,100 for two people—an exceptional value to begin your river cruise adventure in style.