Overview
Portugal and Spain will unveil their treasures along a unique cruise over the Douro. Discover Porto, a city full of charm where its heritage is perfectly combined with the modern, cosmopolitan and intimate at the same time. You will visit the charming city of Lamego where breath-taking landscapes of green hills offer an interesting change of scenery. You will also discover Guimarães and its fascinating stories that are reflected in the many monuments and historic buildings surrounding the town
This cruise is not exclusive to Teeming River Cruises. Teeming River Cruises is partnering with CroisiEurope. The cruise will be booked with CroisiEurope as our provider and Teeming River Cruises will assist in setting up your cruise details.
Important: Cabin selection is by category, specific cabins selected will be honored if possible.
Itinerary
Passengers are welcome to board the ship at 5:00 p.m.
After comfortably settling into your cabins, CroisiEurope will introduce their crew at a welcome cocktail before dinner.
In the evening, they’ll set out on an excursion by coach for both packages to see Porto by night.
Join us for the excursions proposed:
CLASSIC: Guided tour of Porto. Discover one of the oldest cities in Europe, with a historic center that is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
DISCOVERY: Touring Porto via tram and visiting the tram museum followed by a tasting of some of the local specialties in the old city.
In the afternoon, you’ll cruise through the Douro Valley with its fabulous landscapes.
Enjoy an evening of dancing or time at leisure in Regua tonight.
Vila Réal is a town with a great variety of religious buildings and architecture.
In the afternoon, the cruise continues to the heart of the most famous vineyards in Porto to Vega de Terron.
We’ll arrive in the evening. Enjoy an evening of Flamenco entertainment.
Join us for the excursions proposed:
CLASSIC: Salamanca. This town of dazzling beauty houses some extraordinary Roman, Arabic, and Christian architectural treasures.
DISCOVERY: Salamanca tapas tour. We’ll return on board in Barca d’Alva. Enjoy an evening of entertainment.
This morning will be spent cruising.
Join us on an excursion: the “wines of Porto” excursion followed by a wine-tasting session*.
Tonight’s our gala dinner and evening.
Join us on an excursion:
Guided tour of Lamego.
This afternoon will be spent cruising.
Enjoy an evening of Fado-themed entertainment.
This morning, enjoy time at leisure in Porto. In the afternoon, join us for the excursions proposed:
CLASSIC: Discover Guimaraes.
DISCOVERY: Hiking along the Atlantic coast all the way to Villa Nova de Gaïa, followed by a wine-tasting session*.
Enjoy an evening of traditional folk entertainment.
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.
Deck Plans
Cabin Options
Availability & Pricing
Prices per person based on double occupancy
Reserve Your Cabin
Double Cabin
What's Included in the Cruise
Highlights and Notes
ALL INCLUDED:
- All meals included – DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar – (except for drinks from CroisiEurope’s special lists)
- Refined French cuisine highlighting the local Spanish food of Portugal. Gala dinner and evening – Welcome cocktail
- Free Wi-Fi onboard
- Headsets are included for excursions
- Official welcome from the captain and crew
- Onboard activities
- Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
NOT INCLUDED:
- Drinks from CroisiEurope’s special lists
- Drinks ordered during excursions or transfers
- Cancellation and baggage insurance
- Flights are not included
- Transfers/travel to and from departure/arrival points
- Personal expenses
- Port fees are not included
- Excursions are additional and can be purchased onboard
TRANSFERS:
- Port-to-port cruise, without transfer.
REQUIREMENTS:
- A valid passport is required. Non-EU nationals are advised to consult their embassy or consulate.
MENTIONS :
For navigational safety reasons, the company and the captain are the only authorized persons who can modify the cruise itinerary. The number of moorings on the Douro is limited. Our boats may be moored side by side. Arrival times at ports of call and the order of the excursions can change.
*Alcohol can be dangerous to your health. Please drink in moderation.