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Highlights of the Douro Valley & Salamanca with Lisbon Extension

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Save up to €250pp off a voyage on our brand-new ship MS Riviera Rose

 

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Experience more with so much included

  • Explore the magnificent architecture in Porto's Old Town on a guided tour.
  • Wander through the manicured gardens of Mateus Palace, visit the historic Castelo Rodrigo and see Lamego's Our Lady of Assumption Cathedral.
  • Sample Portugal's most famous product, port, at a port wine cellar or join our optional tour of the birthplace of Portugal, Guimarães.
  • Savour the delicious taste of moscatel wines with lunch and a wine-tasting in a traditional Quinta hosted by the Quinta owner.
  • Tour Salamanca, home to one of Europe's oldest universities, with a guide and enjoy a traditional flamenco show with lunch in the city.
  • On your extension: visit Coimbra and the sanctuary of Fatima, and explore historic Lisbon.
 
At a Glance
Drinks package included
7 nights on board a 5-star ship
Regional return flights and transfers
7 visits & tours
Full board, inc 1 lunch & 1 dinner at local Quintas
Complimentary tea & coffee
Complimentary on-board Wi-Fi
Checked Luggage
Expert Cruise Director
 

Overview

See for yourself why the Douro Valley has been awarded UNESCO World Heritage status as we sail along its picturesque riverbanks. We'll slip past miles of terraced hills with vineyards which rise in the steep terrace from the shoreline and spot quintas on the hillsides in the distance. Explore this enchanting region with an itinerary that encompasses a mixture of authentic local experiences, sightseeing and plenty of opportunity to taste Portuguese port and wine. Experience the city of Porto, where you can roam the port warehouses and take in the town’s rich cultural heritage. Enjoy free time in the quaint town of Lamego, home of Portugal’s sparkling wine, Raposeira. Visit the walled village of Castelo Rodrigo and the well-manicured gardens of Mateus Gardens. Explore historic Salamanca, a UNESCO Site and one of Iberia’s oldest university towns. This river cruise captures the scenic beauty of the Douro Valley - ideal for wine aficionados, history buffs and architecture enthusiasts.

Your Itinerary

Price Includes

Prices are per person, based on two people sharing a twin cabin and room with a limited number of sole occupancy cabins room available on all decks, at the relevant supplement. The price includes:

  • Full board during your cruise from dinner on your day of arrival until breakfast on your final day
  • Bed & Breakfast at a centrally located hotel during your land extension
  • Tea and coffee available
  • All visits and excursions as mentioned
  • Coach travel as mentioned
  • Transfers from the airport to port of embarkation and from the hotel to the airport
  • The services of a Riviera Travel Cruise Director on your cruise, and Tour Manager during the land extension

Useful Information

Fact File

  • Currency: Euro
  • Flight time: 2 hrs 30 mins to 3 hrs
  • Language: Portuguese, Spanish
  • Time zone: GMT
  • Country: Portugal, Spain

Visa Information

Irish Citizens do not require a visa to enter Europe however must have a valid passport. For the most up-to-date passport and visa information visit www.dfa.ie/travel/travel-advice/

We are unable to accept responsibility if you are unable to travel because you have not complied with any passport/entry/immigration requirements.

Mobility

We want to ensure you make the correct choice before you book your holiday with us. If you have any concerns regarding the suitability of the holiday due to reduced mobility we would encourage you to call us to discuss these concerns.

Transfer Times

Transfers

All transfer times listed here are approximate, and dependant on traffic. If you have a question regarding transfer times please don't hesitate to contact us

   Arivial Airport       Ship location       Transfer time       Departure Airport       Transfer time   
Porto Airport Porto 45 mins Porto Airport 45 mins

Travel Concierge


 

Travel Concierge service available

Looking to add on a couple of nights pre- or post-trip? Feel like flying a day earlier or from a different airport? Or want door-to-door private transfers? Personalise your holiday with Travel Concierge.

Here's how our Travel Concierge service can help:

  • Add up to two nights before you sail in the destination your river cruises starts from
  • Add up to two nights after your cruise in the destination your river cruises ends in
  • Change your departure airport (depending on flight availability) 
  • Add a stay in an airport hotel

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Accommodation

Ships Available

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