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Porto, Régua, Pocinho, Salamanca, Barca d’Alva, Lisbon ...more Porto, Régua, Pocinho, Salamanca, Barca d’Alva, Lisbon

Portugal, Spain & the Douro River Valley

2023
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11
Days
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$4,199
Operated By Uniworld River Cruises
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Countries

Portugal, Spain ...more Portugal, Spain
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Locations

Porto, Régua, Pocinho, Salamanca, Barca d’Alva, Lisbon ...more Porto, Régua, Pocinho, Salamanca, Barca d’Alva, Lisbon

Arrive in Porto, the port city at the mouth of the Douro.

Portugal’s second city (after Lisbon), Porto gave its name to the nation’s most famous export, Port wine, and to the nation itself. Today, choose to explore Portugal on foot or by panoramic drive.

In the evening, a special Captain’s Welcome Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you.

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Meals Breakfast Buffet Lunch Welcome Dinner
Choice of: Porto Panoramic Tour

Porto Panoramic Tour

or Do as the Locals Do: Porto Walking Tour

Do as the Locals Do: Porto Walking Tour

Today is all about wine, which has been cultivated in the Douro River Valley since ancient Roman times. Get a crash course on the history of Port during your visit to the Douro Museum.

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Meals Breakfast Buffet Lunch Dinner
Featured Excursions: Douro Museum

Douro Museum

Lamego Heritage Tour

Lamego Heritage Tour

Nights Out: Quinta Dinner

Nights Out: Quinta Dinner

Go medieval today at Castelo Rodrigo, both the name of a hilltop castle as well as the village that surrounds it. The view from the top is incredible and the village is a charming place to ramble, relax and replenish. Alternatively, lace up your hiking boots and unleash your inner Indiana Jones with an up-close gander at some prehistoric carvings at an archaeological park.

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Meals Breakfast Buffet Lunch Dinner
Choice of: Archaeological Park of the Côa Valley

Archaeological Park of the Côa Valley

or Castelo Rodrigo

Castelo Rodrigo

Today, you can visit the historic university town of Salamanca—the “Golden City”—famous for its sand-colored buildings and abundance of churches. Feel the centuries fall away as your ship winds its way through the pristine, dramatic UNESCO-protected landscapes of the Douro River Valley.

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Meals Breakfast Buffet Lunch Dinner
Featured Excursions: Salamanca - The Golden City and Spain's Oldest University

Salamanca - The Golden City and Spain's Oldest University

Head ashore for a choice of excursions, including a tasting at a prestigious Port wine estate or a vineyard hike with a wine tasting at a local quinta.

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Meals Breakfast Buffet Lunch Dinner
Choice of: Local Quinta Guided Tour with Tasting

Local Quinta Guided Tour with Tasting

or Vineyard Hike and Wine Tasting at a Local Quinta

Vineyard Hike and Wine Tasting at a Local Quinta

Explore Guimarães, the town where Portugal was born. Its well-preserved architecture and stylish young residents make it a pleasure to visit.

In the evening, a special Captain’s Farewell Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you.

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Meals Breakfast Buffet Lunch Farewell Dinner
Featured Excursions: Guimarães City Tour

Guimarães City Tour

Disembark the ship and board a motorcoach, heading south through Portugal’s picturesque countryside to Lisbon where you will check in to your hotel.

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Meals Breakfast Buffet Lunch Dinner

Everything old is new again in the Portuguese capital. Get to know this hilly metropolis with a city tour that shows you all the top sights and treats you to an iconic, locally made pastry.

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Meals Breakfast Buffet
Featured Excursions: Lisbon City Tour

Lisbon City Tour

Experience your own “Age of Discovery” with a full day to explore Lisbon however you wish. The city hosts remarkable museums and excellent shopping, and natives of Lisbon boast that they have the best food in the world.

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Meals Breakfast Buffet

If your cruise/tour package includes a group departure transfer or if you have purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to Lisbon Portela Airport for your flight home.

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Meals Continental Breakfast Breakfast Buffet

Note: The itineraries presented are subject to modification due to water levels, closures because of public holidays or other uncontrollable factors. Every effort will be made to operate programs as planned, but changes may still be necessary throughout the cruise. This day-to-day schedule is subject to change. Your final day-to-day schedule will be provided onboard on the first day of your cruise.

Price Includes
Dining
  • All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
  • 10 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 7 dinners
  • Welcome and Farewell Dinners
  • Unlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, specialty coffee and tea, soft drinks and mineral water
Excursions
  • 8 days of excursions, including “Choice Is Yours” options, all fully hosted by English-speaking local experts
  • Guided “Do as the Locals Do” program
  • State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio-headset system on all excursions
Accommodations
  • 7-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the chic S.S. São Gabriel
  • 3 nights in Lisbon at the Tivoli Avenida Liberdade (or similar) with breakfast
  • Beautifully appointed riverview staterooms and suites with hotel-style beds, draped in fine linens with a choice of pillows
  • Free Internet and Wi-Fi access
Experiences
  • 2 countries: Spain and Portugal
  • 6 UNESCO World Heritage sites
  • Services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager
  • Group Transfers are included on arrival and departure days (please see terms and conditions for transfer guidelines)
  • Gratuities for onboard personnel (ship staff, crew, Cruise/Tour Manager) are included during the cruise/tour
  • Captivating onboard local entertainment
  • Cultural enrichment
Ship Information
Grand Suite
  • Grand Suite (307 sq ft - 28.5 sq m).
  • Note that amenities may differ from those of a Uniworld company-owned ship.
Suite
  • Suite (220 sq ft - 20.4 sq m).
  • Note that amenities may differ from those of a Uniworld company-owned ship.
French Balcony
  • French Balcony (156 sq ft - 14.5 sq m).
  • Note that amenities may differ from those of a Uniworld company-owned ship.
Deluxe
  • Deluxe (156 sq ft - 14.5 sq m).
  • Note that amenities may differ from those of a Uniworld company-owned ship.
Classic
  • Classic (135 sq ft - 12.5 sq m).
  • Note that amenities may differ from those of a Uniworld company-owned ship.
S.S. São Gabriel Deck Plan
Dates & Prices

Prices shown are per person based on two people sharing a twin room. To request a personalized travel quote, click "Request Quote" and a Travel Specialist will send your custom quote including airfare if requested.

November 2023
AARP members save $100
Nov 12 Sun
Nov 22 Wed
Current Deals
  • 2023 River Heritage Club Savings
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Current Offers

Classic
  $5,999
French Balcony
  $7,999
Suite
  $9,399
Cruise Itinerary: Porto to Lisbon Ship(s): S.S. São Gabriel Prices exclude additional port charges of $210 per person
Today's Price Based on twin share Request Quote
AARP members save $100
Nov 19 Sun
Nov 29 Wed
Current Deals
  • 2023 River Heritage Club Savings
Click here for more info

Current Offers

Classic
  $4,199
Deluxe
  $4,599
French Balcony
  $6,199
Suite
  $7,099
Grand Suite
  $8,899
Cruise Itinerary: Porto to Lisbon Ship(s): S.S. São Gabriel Prices exclude additional port charges of $210 per person
Today's Price Based on twin share Request Quote
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