Day 1 | Vega De Terrón – EMBARKATION
Board your river ship for your Flavors of Portugal & Spain cruise. (D)
Meals: Dinner |
Day 2 | Vega De Terrón – Barca Dalva – Pinhão, Portugal
VEGA de TERRÓN – BARCA D’ALVA – PINHÃO, PORTUGAL. Venture to Castelo Rodrigo, known as the “White Village” because of its almond trees. The site offers spectacular views of the surrounding area. Join a walking tour through its medieval streets and see the houses and establishments with 16th-century façade and Manueline-style windows. If you prefer a more active adventure there, you can hike up to the town. At the end of both tours, enjoy a tasting of local favorites, such as almonds, cheese, bread and wine. Set sail to Pinhão where you’ll be treated to a Port wine tasting. (B,L,D)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
Day 3 | Pinhão
Enjoy an excursion to the palace and
gardens known as the Palacio de Mateus, located in the
beautiful region of Trás-os-Montes near the city of Vila Real.
The interior of the house features various religious images
and exquisite furniture, artwork and hand-carved wooden
ceilings. The exterior is equally stunning, with gardens that
are among the most beautiful in all of Portugal. During the
afternoon, enjoy lunch at Quinta da Avessada. Here, you’ll
enjoy an authentic and traditional dining experience
complete with entertainment. Quinta da Avessada is also
a fascinating interactive museum commemorating the
history and culture of wine in the Alto Douro region, so
you’ll have fun discovering all the various stages of wine
production as well as doing plenty of tasting. (B,L,D)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
Day 4 | Régua – Caldas De Aregos
You have a choice of two excursions, depending on your interests. Your first option is an excursion to ancient and picturesque Lamego, home to one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Portugal, the Nossa Senhora dos Remédios (Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies). Other attractions include a Gothic cathedral, a museum, and charming cafés. Active adventurers can also choose to hike up the famed Lamego Steps, also known as the Holy Staircase. (B,L,D)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
Day 5 | Caldas De Aregos – Entre-Os-Rios
Enjoy
a morning hike through the vineyards, and then set sail
along the scenic Douro River. Later in the day, enjoy a special Portuguese dinner at a local Quinta. (B,L,D)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
Day 6 | Porto
Join a guided tour of Porto’s historic quarter, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll see the
Cathedral, one of the city’s oldest monuments; the main square, ringed with shops and cafés; and the São
BentoRailway Station, known for its blue and white tile panels depicting scenes from Portuguese history. You’ll
also enjoy a tasting of Port, Portugal’s most renowned contribution to the world of wine. For a more active
adventure, join a hike in Porto and explore the old harbor quarter, passing through the medieval streets of Porto;
afterwards, indulge in a Port wine tasting. (B,L,D)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
Day 7 | Porto
Enjoy a day at leisure. (B,L,D)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
Day 8 | Porto – DISEMBARKATION
Disembark your cruise in Porto. (B)
Meals: Breakfast |