2-night stay in Madrid at the Hotel Fénix Gran Meliá (or similar)2-night stay in Barcelona at the Hotel Ohla Barcelona (or similar)1-night stay in Valencia at the Hospes Palau de la Mar (or similar)1-night stay in Granada at the Hospes Palacio de los Patos (or similar)3-night stay in Seville at the Hotel Colón Gran Meliá (or similar)1-night stay in Évora at the Convento do Espinheiro, Historic Hotel & Spa (or similar)2-night stay in Lisbon at the Pousada de Lisboa (or similar)7-night cruise in a riverview stateroom onboard the S.S. São GabrielLavishly appointed riverview staterooms and suites on the cruise ship have handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, custom cotton sateen sheets and European duvets, and a menu of pillow optionsFree Wi-Fi during the cruise, at hotels, and on select coaches
Meals
All meals during your cruise, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredientsDaily breakfast during your land tour, with additional meals included on select days and at least one acclaimed dining experience19 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 12 dinnersCaptain’s Welcome and Farewell Receptions during your cruiseUnlimited beverages during your cruise including fine wine, beer, spirits, specialty coffee and tea, soft drinks, and mineral water
Transport
Cruise Ship
Excursions
17 days of included experiencesState-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio-headset systemUse of bicycles and Nordic walking sticks during your cruise
Experiences
2 countries: Portugal & Spain10 UNESCO World Heritage sitesServices of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager during the cruiseServices of a Luxury Gold Travel Concierge during the land tour. From securing exclusive reservations to expertly guiding you through each destination, your Travel Concierge ensures every aspect of your trip is tailored to your tastes and preferencesUnparalleled comfort aboard “Business Class” coaches for your land tour. Custom fitted with fewer seats per vehicle, these coaches afford ample legroom, reclining seats, and panoramic windows for enjoying the impressive viewsIn-room porterage included at all hotelsGratuities for onboard personnel (ship staff, crew, Cruise Manager) are included during the cruiseHotel taxes, porterage and tips, as well as tips for included dining experiencesCaptivating onboard local entertainment and enrichment opportunities
20 daysDuration
Cruise TourExperience this tour on a cruise
20 peopleMaximum group size
2 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
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Itinerary
From the awe-inspiring collections of Madrid’s Prado Museum to the beautiful National Palace of Queluz in Portugal, your land tour of Iberia will leave its mark. Savor the region’s culinary delights with curated experiences, from Michelin-starred dining and market tastings to a hands-on cooking class, blending tradition with modern flair. In Granada, explore the Alhambra Palace's water gardens with a local expert. Wander through Seville’s whitewashed alleys, then enjoy a private flamenco performance in an 18th-century mansion. When your journey by land concludes, it’s time to board your cruise of the Douro River Valley. Sail past the steeply terraced hillsides, quaint villages, and acres of ripe vineyards that make up the UNESCO-designated landscape, heading ashore to visit charming quintas and meet the winemakers who operate them.
day 1Madrid
Arrive at Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport. If you have arranged a Uniworld arrival transfer, you will be greeted at the airport and transferred to the Gran Melia Felix. Tonight, toast the start of your journey with your fellow guests at our Welcome Dinner.
day 2Madrid
day 3Madrid, Barcelona
day 4Barcelona
day 5Barcelona, Valencia
day 6Valencia, Granada
day 7Granada, Córdoba, Seville
day 8Seville
day 9Seville
day 10Seville, Évora
day 11Évora, Lisbon
day 12Lisbon
day 13Lisbon, Porto (Embark)
day 14Porto, Entre-os-Rios
day 15Entre-os-Rios, Régua
day 16Pocinho, Vega de Terrón
day 17Vega de Terrón (Salamanca), Barca d’Alva
day 18Barca d’Alva, Pinhão, Régua
day 19Régua, Porto (Guimarães)
day 20Porto (Disembark)
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