Highlights
Explore the Douro Valley from Top to Bottom
Tour Porto by tram and step back in time at the Tramway Museum(2)
Guimarães and its Gothic Quarter(2)
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Itinerary
Cruise through the heart of the Iberian Peninsula on the "Family Club - From Portugal to Spain: Porto, the Douro Valley, and Salamanca" tour. This eight-day river cruise begins and ends in Porto, taking you along the Douro’s winding course through picturesque valleys, charming towns like Pinhao, and across the Spanish border to the historic city of Salamanca.
Discover Porto’s unique blend of old-world charm and modern vibrancy, where medieval streets meet contemporary flair. As you glide through the lush Douro Valley, you’ll encounter the rolling green hills of Lamego and the storied city of Guimarães, each rich with monuments and tales from centuries past.
Ideal for travelers seeking a relaxed yet enriching experience, this tour package includes comfortable cabin accommodation onboard, ensuring your journey is as restful as it is captivating. The standout feature? A seamless blend of cultural discovery and scenic cruising, unveiling the treasures of Portugal and Spain in one unforgettable trip.
day 1Porto
Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 5:00 p.m. We'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. Join us this evening for an optional excursion: CLASSIC Package: Porto by night. Enjoy a coach tour of Porto at night. Discover the UNESCO World Heritage area of one of the oldest cities in Europe during a panoramic tour. The country's former maritime feats transformed Porto little by little. We can see its past splendor on almost every street corner. Our tour includes the Sao Bento train station, known for its impressive Azulejo tilework. Our ship will remain in port overnight.
day 2Porto - Regua
day 3Regua - Vega De Terron
day 4Barca D'alva - Salamanca
day 5Barca D'alva - Ferradosa - Pinhao
day 6Pinhao - Porto
day 7Porto
day 8Porto
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Ship Details
MS Infante Don Henrique
Welcome on board the MS Infante Don Henrique! Renovated in 2014, the interior is nicely decorated in fuchsia and plum colors. Most of the cabins are located on the upper deck, they have panoramic large windows. Those on the middle and main decks have large windows. Located on the main deck, the restaurant is where all meals are served during the cruise. The lounge / bar is located at the front of the middle deck and will welcome passengers during evening entertainment, aperitif games ... The sun deck has a swimming pool, armchairs and sun loungers, offering a place to relax while enjoying the panoramic views of the countryside.
MS Gil Eanes
Named after the famous Portuguese navigator, Gil Eanes is a Premium three-deck ship specially designed for the river Douro in Portugal. Launched in 2015, this elegant-designed ship with a bright, modern feel has ample space throughout for passenger comfort with splendid panoramic windows. Its elegant taupe, bronze, and white interior tones combine perfectly with the blue shades and these conjure up the Portuguese tile designs and colours. The upper and middle deck cabins have French balconies. These decks share four suites. Two suites on the upper deck come with sun loungers. The large windows on the main deck provide great views from the privacy of your cabin. All meals during the cruise are served in the cozy dining room on the main deck. All onboard fun, music, and dancing happen in the lounge and bar on the middle deck bow. An outdoor area is found near the bow. The sun deck has a pool for cooling off and sun loungers to relax while catching some rays.
MS Miguel Torga
Built and inaugurated in 2017, this ship highlights the famous wines and architecture of Porto. The burgundy color, blond wood and black steel rims remind us of Port wine and its barrels. The riveted steel structures and the photos at reception refer to the architecture of the Eiffel bridge which gives the heart of the city its special character. Large windows allow you to enjoy the landscapes from the restaurant or from your cabin. The restaurant is located at the front of the main deck and the lounge / bar at the front of the middle deck. The cabins are spread over 3 decks: cabins with French balconies are on the middle and upper decks. A swimming pool and sun loungers provide a maximum comfort on the sun deck.
MS Amalia Rodrigues
This ship’s interior pays homage to the Queen of Fado, Amalia Rodrigues, the famous Portuguese singer and actress.The warm terracotta tones suggest the streets in Lisbon and the accessories the fadista wore on stage. Light-hued woods and wicker bring to mind the guitars that are part of the genuine southern Portuguese spirit.Built in 2018 and christened in 2019, this Superior-category ship offers ample space in each cabin and public areas. Large picture windows on the Upper and Mid Decks display all the scenery as the ship cruises. These decks share four suites. Two of the suites have private patios with sunloungers.All the meals during the cruise are served in the restaurant on the Main Deck. Onboard fun, music, and dancing happen in the lounge and bar on the Mid Deck bow, where a cozy patio also provides great landscape views.The Sun Deck has a pool and sunloungers that everyone can enjoy.
Scenic Aura
Scenic’s Irrawaddy River cruises take place aboard Scenic Aura, a 213-foot vessel that was launched in 2016 and can accommodate 44 passengers in 22 one-bedroom balcony suites, as well as 35 crew members. The Scenic Aura, which offers an almost 1:1 staff-to-guest ratio, is equipped with a sleek swimming pool, a steam sauna, and an open-air cinema, among other amenities.
Scenic Ruby
Explore Europe on board the Scenic Ruby or Scenic Pearl and enjoy stunning views from the Sun Deck, exclusive dining and a choice between five spacious suite categories.
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