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11 daysDuration
Cruise TourExperience this tour on a cruise
20 peopleMaximum group size
2 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Moderate
Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.
Starts
Ends
Porto, Portugal
Lisbon, Portugal
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What's Included
Accommodation
7-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the chic S.S. São Gabriel or the regal S.S. São Rafael3 nights in Lisbon at the Tivoli Avenida Liberdade (or similar) with breakfastBeautifully appointed riverview staterooms and suites with hotel-style beds, draped in fine linens with a choice of pillowsFree Wi-Fi
Meals
All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients10 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 7 dinnersWelcome and Farewell DinnersUnlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, specialty coffee and tea, soft drinks, and mineral water
Transport
Cruise Ship
Excursions
7 days of excursions, all fully hosted by English-speaking local expertsGuided “Do as the Locals Do” programState-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio-headset system on all excursions
Experiences
2 countries: Spain and Portugal5 UNESCO World Heritage sitesServices of an experienced Uniworld Cruise ManagerGratuities for onboard personnel (ship staff, crew, Cruise/Tour Manager) are included during the cruise/tourCultural enrichment, including captivating onboard local entertainment
Itinerary
Following the Douro River through Portugal and into Spain, you’ll cruise past steeply terraced hillsides, quaint villages and acres of ripe vineyards. Enjoy private tastings of Port and explore Porto’s historic Ribeira district, home to iconic rabelo boats, cutting-edge cuisine and a thriving art scene. Wind your way through the dramatic landscapes of the UNESCO-designated Douro Valley, heading ashore to visit charming quintas and meet the winemakers who operate them. See the famous university of Salamanca, Spain, and visit the mountaintop village of Castelo Rodrigo.
Your journey ends in Lisbon, the city that launched some of the world’s most renowned explorers. There’s no better way to discover Europe’s best-kept secret than this scenic and all-inclusive river cruise!
day 1Porto (Embark)
Arrive in Porto, the port city at the mouth of the Douro. If you have arranged a Uniworld arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the ship.
day 2Porto, Entre-os-Rios
day 3Entre-os-Rios, Régua
day 4Pocinho, Vega de Terrón
day 5Vega de Terrón (Salamanca), Barca d’Alva
day 6Barca d’Alva, Pinhão, Régua
day 7Régua, Porto (Guimarães)
day 8Porto (Disembark), Transfer to Lisbon
day 9Lisbon
day 10Lisbon
day 11Lisbon (Depart)
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