Enjoy Douro's Beauty & History

10 Days/ 9 Nights

8 Guided Tours

Departures: May - Dec 2024 | Apr - Sept 2025 

From $5,995 per person twinshare 

 

SAVE UP TO AU$2,000 PER COUPLE - Book by 29 May 2023 unless sold out prior

Experience the renaissance of Lisbon, newly invigorated with trending galleries and restaurants. Explore two of Iberia’s oldest university towns: Coimbra, Portugal and Salamanca, Spain. Roam the port warehouses of Porto. Enjoy traditional cuisine, wine and fado singing. Cruise the Douro River Valley, the world’s oldest demarcated wine region and a UNESCO Site. Our 10-day cruisetour includes a hotel stay in Lisbon and the added bonus of a visit to Spain.

The tour begins in Lisbon, where you'll experience the renaissance of the city through its vibrant galleries and trending restaurants. Explore the magnificent Jerónimos Monastery, a prime example of Portuguese late Gothic Manueline architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the iconic Tower of Belém for a photo stop and immerse yourself in the rich history of the city. Indulge in Lisbon's cuisine and optional tours to delve deeper into the cultural and culinary delights of the capital.

Cruise along the enchanting Douro River Valley, the oldest demarcated wine region in the world and a UNESCO Site. Explore Porto, known for its port warehouses and traditional cuisine. Take a scenic ride to Coimbra, the birthplace of Portuguese kings and home to one of Europe's oldest universities. Stop for lunch and immerse yourself in the historical charm of the town. Then, proceed to Porto's dock and board your ship to set sail along the Douro River. Enjoy culinary delights at Porto's famed Graham's 1890 Lodge and sample award-winning ports, immersing yourself in the region's rich wine culture.

Discover the captivating city of Salamanca, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and living museum that transports you back to the Middle Ages. Take a scenic ride through the Iberian countryside and explore Salamanca's impressive Gothic House of Shells, 13th-century Salamanca University, and the New Cathedral. Spend time strolling through the charming Plaza Mayor and indulging in regional cuisine at the local market. Continue your journey along the Douro River, passing breathtaking landscapes, terraced vineyards, and graceful bridges. Visit the stunning Mateus Palace and experience the unique process of port wine-making. Conclude your trip with a city tour of Porto, where you can admire its architectural wonders and enjoy optional excursions to Guimarães and Quinta da Aveleda estate.