Hike in Porto, the Douro Valley and Salamanca

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Itinerary

DAY 1 PORTO

Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 5:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. Presentation of our hiking program. In the evening, depending on the weather, we'll cruise to the mouth of the Douro River.

DAY 2 PORTO - REGUA

We'll set out for a guided tour of Porto. The afternoon will be spent sailing towards Regua. Enjoy an evening of dancing or a stroll through the city on your own.

DAY 3 REGUA - PINHAO - VEGA DE TERRON

Hikers' Program: Hike to Provesende. You’ll wind your way up through the low brush, green forests, and rolling hills to the one of the oldest villages in Portugal, Provesende. (2.5- to 3-hour hike, 4.3 miles (7 km), 1,050-foot elevation gain (320 m).)

Non-hikers' Program: Trip to Vila Réal and stroll through the beautiful gardens of the Mateus Palace.

The afternoon will be spent sailing through the very heart of the most famous vineyards in Porto. Enjoy an evening of entertainment.

DAY 4 VEGA DE TERRON - SALAMANCA - BARCA D'ALVA

Join us on a guided tour of Salamanca, listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. We'll return on board in the end of the afternoon. Enjoy an evening of Flamenco entertainment.

DAY 5 BARCA D'ALVA - SENHORA DA RIBEIRA

Hikers' Program: "Vultures' Cliff" This hike begins in a wild mountainous setting with magnificent panoramic views of the Douro River and Spain. Picnic lunch. (Length 3 hours, 8 km (5 miles) with about 530m (1,740 ft) of elevation gain.)

Non-hikers' Program: Excursion to Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo.

We'll return on board. The afternoon will be spent sailing to Senhora da Ribeira. Tonight's our gala evening and dinner

DAY 6 SENHORA DA RIBEIRA - FERRADOSA - PINHAO - REGUA - BITETOS

Hikers' Program: Hike through the vineyards. Discovery of a real paradise where nature has been protected (picnic lunch). (Length 4 hours, 14 km (8.6 miles) with about 500m descent (1,650 ft.))

Non-hikers' Program: "Wines of Porto¿ excursion with a tasting* of Porto wines.

We'll cruise to Bitetos, reaching it in the evening. Enjoy an evening of Fado entertainment.

DAY 7 BITETOS - PORTO

This morning will be spent sailing to Porto.

Hikers' Program: Hike along the banks of the Douro River to its estuary, admiring breathtaking views of the city and the ocean. (Length 2 to 2¿ hours, 8 km (5 miles) on flat, level ground)

Non-hikers' Program: Excursion to Guimaraes, birthplace of Portugal in the 12th century.

Enjoy an evening of traditional folk entertainment.

DAY 8 PORTO

Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m.

Map

All This Included

Embark on a cruise through the heart of authentic Portugal and explore beautiful and unspoilt areas such as the Douro Nature Park and the Portuguese vineyards. Our hiking and walking programs offer you the opportunity to contemplate the natural beauty of these magical places. Far from the hustle and bustle of city life, this cruise is ideal for the nature and scenic enthusiasts.

All meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar
Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail
Free Wi-Fi in lounge and bar
Headsets are included for excursions
Official welcome from the captain and crew
Onboard activities
Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
All port fees included

Highlights

Walking tours with a qualified mountain guide:
- Hike to Provesende
- The Portuguese vineyard
- The Douro National Park all the way to the Vultures' Cliff
- Along the coastline in Porto
Non-walkers' program:
- Porto and its historic riches
- Vila Real and the formal gardens at the Mateus Palace
- Salamanca, beautiful university city
- The Porto Wine Route
- Figueira de Castelo Rodriguo, one of the 12 historic villages in Portugal

Accommodations

Cruising: Cabin onboard MS Infante Don Henrique

Notes

Cabin upgrades are available.
For navigational safety reasons, the company and the captain are the only authorized persons who can modify the cruise itinerary.
Please ask your Vacations To Go travel counselor for more information.

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* The prices shown are U.S. dollars per person, based on double occupancy, and subject to availability. Prices quoted for land/cruise arrangements are subject to increase without notice. Once we have received your deposit, land/cruise prices are guaranteed. Air prices quoted via phone or email are subject to increase and are guaranteed only from the time that full payment is received. Also, air prices or air promotions mentioned on this site or on the phone do not include baggage fees imposed by airlines.

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