Flavors of Potugal & Spain
August 2 - 9, 2027

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Set sail in Porto, the beautiful “City of Bridges” and gateway to the Douro River Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with rambling vineyards and charming quintas, which cling to the steep sides of the river. Taste wines from these vineyards and discover the timeless traditions of Portuguese winemaking throughout your journey.

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Day 1 Porto

EMBARKATION -Porto Illuminations cruise

Board your river ship for your Flavors of Portugal & Spain cruise. W. (D)

Day 2 Porto 

“City of Bridges” tour

OR Porto hike

Port Wine Tasting

Join a guided tour of Porto’s historic quarter, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the São Bento Railway Station,

Or join a hike in Porto and explore the old harbor quarter.  Enjoy a tasting of Port, Portugal’s most renowned contribution to the world of wine. (B,L,D)

Day 3 Entre-os-Rios

Lunch at local quinta

Entre-os-Rios translates to “between the rivers,” and this small village is, quite appropriately, located at the confluence of the Tâmega and Douro rivers.   (B,L,D)

Day 4 Régua

Mateus Palace & Gardens Excursion

Discover the Baroque magic of Mateus Palace and Gardens. Hear the tale of Mateus Rose Wine and spend some time exploring the palace’s magnificent gardens, considered some of the most beautiful in Portugal. (B,L,D)

Day 5 Régua

Lamego city tour and Bôlas tasting

OR Holy Staircase hike and Bôlas tasting

Pinhão

Local quinta wine tasting

Lamego,  “Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies” city tour

or climb the 686-step “Holy Staircase,” 

Tasting of local specialties such as Bôlas de Lamego, bread filled with smoked ham; Presunto, a type of dry-cured ham.. (B,L,D)

Day 6 Pinhão

Pinhão train station hike

Quinta da Roêda lunch

A leisurely walk to the charming Pinhão Railway Station.

Enjoy an exclusive lunch at Quinta da Roêda.  Enjoy a scenic drive up towards the quinta and savor a wine tasting, and a traditional family-style lunch with many regional delicacies. (B,L,D)

Day 7 Pinhão

Scenic cruising

Barca d’Alva

Castelo Rodrigo tour with tasting of regional fare

OR Castelo Rodrigo hike with tasting of regional fare

Or you can hike to the town. At the end of both tours, enjoy a tasting of local favorites, such as almonds, cheese, bread and wine. (B,L,D)

​Day 8 Vega de Terrón

DISEMBARKATION

Disembark your cruise in Vega de Terrón. (B)

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