Port Wine & Flamenco
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- Day 1 Arrive in Madrid
- Day 2 Madrid
- Day 3 Madrid / Toledo
- Day 4 Salamanca / Vega Terron / Embark
- Day 5 Vega Terron / Barca d'Alva / Pinhao
- Day 6 Pinhao / Regua
- Day 7 Regua
- Day 8 Caldas de Aregos / Bitetos
- Day 9 Bitetos / Porto
- Day 10 Porto / Guimaraes
- Day 11 Porto / Disembark / Fatima / Lisbon
- Day 12 Lisbon
- Day 13 Lisbon / Sintra
- Day 14 Lisbon
| Dates | Deck + Cabin Type | |||||
| Category E | Category D | Category C | Category B | Category A | Suite | |
| Jun 1 '13 Jun 8 '13 |
$4,379 | $4,578 | $5,178 | $5,378 | $5,678 | $6,578 |
| Port Charges: $147 per person | ||||||
Jul 13 '13 * Jul 20 '13 Oct 5 '13 * |
$4,279 | $4,478 | $5,078 | $5,278 | $5,578 | $6,478 |
| Port Charges: $147 per person * Itinerary operates in reverse |
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| Aug 24 '13 * Aug 31 '13 |
$4,479 | $4,678 | $5,278 | $5,478 | $5,778 | $6,678 |
| Port Charges: $147 per person * Itinerary operates in reverse |
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| Oct 12 '13 |
$4,179 | $4,378 | $4,978 | $5,178 | $5,478 | $6,378 |
| Port Charges: $147 per person | ||||||
| Oct 15 '13 |
$2,799 | $2,998 | $3,598 | $3,798 | $4,098 | $4,998 |
| Port Charges: $147 per person | ||||||
| Apr 5 '14 * |
$4,419 | $4,668 | $5,418 | $5,618 | $5,868 | $7,118 |
| Port Charges: $161 per person. * Itinerary operates in reverse |
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| Apr 12 '14 |
$4,619 | $4,868 | $5,418 | $5,818 | $6,068 | $7,318 |
| Port Charges: $161 per person. | ||||||
May 10 '14 Jun 7 '14 Aug 23 '14 * |
$5,019 | $5,268 | $6,018 | $6,218 | $6,468 | $7,718 |
| Port Charges: $161 per person. * Itinerary operates in reverse |
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Jul 5 '14 Jul 26 '14 * Aug 2 '14 Oct 18 '14 * |
$4,819 | $5,068 | $5,818 | $6,018 | $6,268 | $7,518 |
| Port Charges: $161 per person. * Itinerary operates in reverse |
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Aug 30 '14 Sep 27 '14 |
$5,219 | $5,468 | $6,218 | $6,418 | $6,668 | $7,918 |
| Port Charges: $161 per person. | ||||||
| Oct 25 '14 |
$4,719 | $4,968 | $5,718 | $5,918 | $6,168 | $7,418 |
| Port Charges: $161 per person. | ||||||
Single Supplement for Cruises: 50% of twin price; Suites 100% of twin price.
Deposit & Payment Day 1 Arrive in Madrid
Arrive in Madrid and transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day and evening is free to explore on your own. (B)
Day 2 Madrid
Today, you will tour Madrid, the capital and largest city in Spain. Known for its many historic districts as well as its modern infrastructure, Madrid’s landmarks include the elaborate Royal Palace, Buen Retiro Park, Plaza Mayor, and renowned art galleries, such as the Prado Museum and Centro de Arte Reina Sofia. (B)
Day 3 Madrid / Toledo
Today, an excursion will take you to the walled city of Toledo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and ancient capital of Spain. Populated since pre-Roman times, its landmarks include the Alcázar, Cathedral of Toledo and the El Greco Museum. (B)
Day 4 Salamanca / Vega Terron / Embark
This morning, you will depart Madrid for a full-day tour of Salamanca. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Salamanca is located at the center of the "Castilla y León" region of Spain. During your guided city tour, see the University buildings, the 12th-century Romanesque church of San Martin and the House of Shells. Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant for some deliciously authentic Spanish cuisine. Then enjoy some free time to explore the city on your own. Perhaps visit the locals “living room,” otherwise, known as the Plaza Mayor or stop by a café for a drink and some tapas. After your visit to Salamanca, transfer to Vega Terrón to embark your luxurious ship. This evening, meet your fellow passengers at the Welcome Dinner. (B,L,D)
Day 5 Vega Terron / Barca d'Alva / Pinhao
After breakfast, tour Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo, a fortified 16th-century village perched high on a hilltop with many steep, narrow streets. Be sure to stop in the market square to admire the Chafariz dos Pretos, a striking fountain decorated with black faces. Rejoin the ship in Barca D’ Alva and enjoy a “sail away” mimosa as your ship departs early this afternoon for Pinhão. Arriving this evening, you will enjoy a wine-tasting and dinner at Quinta Avessada in Favalos. The ship moors overnight in Pinhão. (B,L,D)
Day 6 Pinhao / Regua
This morning, enjoy an excursion to ancient and picturesque Lamego, home to one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Portugal, the Nossa Senhora dos Remédios (Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies). Other attractions include a gothic cathedral, a museum, and cafés known for local specialties such as bola de Lamego (bread filled with smoked ham) and Raposeira (sparkling wine). This afternoon, enjoy the wild, rugged scenery as your ship cruises through the dramatic gorges of the Douro river valley en route to Regua. After arriving this evening, you may visit the Douro Museum. The ship overnights in Regua. (B,L,D)
Day 7 Regua
This morning, enjoy an excursion to the palace and gardens known as the Palacio de Mateus, located in the beautiful region of Trás-os-Montes near the city of Vila Real. This afternoon, your ship departs for Caldas de Aregos. After arriving this evening, enjoy a casual BBQ with your fellow passengers on the Sun Deck. The ship moors overnight. (B,L,D)
Day 8 Caldas de Aregos / Bitetos
This morning, visit the historic town of Resende in Caldas de Aregos. Return to the ship for lunch and cruise to Bitetos. After arriving in Bitetos this evening, savor a pre-dinner glass of Port wine and a breathtaking view of the river valley from the terrace of the 14th-century Alpendurada Monastery, followed by a traditional “home cooked” meal. The ship moors in Bitetos overnight. (B,L,D)
Day 9 Bitetos / Porto
This morning, depart for Porto, arriving early afternoon. Your sightseeing tour of Porto will show you past 16th-century arcaded buildings, Baroque churches and the magnificent iron bridge built by French engineer Gustave Eiffel. You will also have a chance to see the elegant residential section along the Atlantic coast and enjoy some free time to explore the Old City on your own. For some modern culture, you may want to head to the Boavista area, where you will find the Casa da Musica and the museum of Modern Art. Your ship overnights in Porto. (B,L,D)
Day 10 Porto / Guimaraes
Today, enjoy an excursion to Guimarães, one of the most historic towns in Portugal, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Say farewell to your friends at the Farewell Cocktail. (B,L,D)
Day 11 Porto / Disembark / Fatima / Lisbon
After disembarking your ship in Porto, you will transfer to Fatima, renowned for its Basilica shrine dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Explore the town and enjoy lunch on your own before continuing to Lisbon for your post-cruise stay. (B)
Day 12 Lisbon
One of Europe’s most beautiful cities, Lisbon sprawls across several hills along the Tagus River. Your city tour visits Old Town and the spectacular 16th-century Jerónimos Monastery. The rest of the afternoon is free for you to explore the city at your leisure, perhaps visiting the Castle of São Jorge or the Santa Justa Elevator that overlooks the castle, the river and Rossio Square. (B)
Day 13 Lisbon / Sintra
Enjoy an afternoon excursion to Serra de Sintra, one of the most picturesque mountain villages in Portugal, former home of the Portuguese royal family, and a source of inspiration for generations of poets. You will have a guided tour and a view of the Castelo da Pena, a fairy tale castle from Portugal’s Romantic Period, situated high up on a rocky peak. (B)
Day 14 Lisbon
Transfer to the airport for your homeward flight. (B)
Itinerary Notes
Please note: Cruise fare does not include port taxes and fees.Included Features:
- 3 nights hotel accommodation in Madrid, including daily buffet breakfast
- Transfer from the hotel in Madrid to the ship in Vega Terrón
- 7 nights deluxe cruise accommodation in an outside stateroom - most staterooms with balconies
- Life enriching tours and excursions daily with personal headset included
- Complimentary Internet access in all staterooms
- Complimentary Wi-Fi access on board
- Superb dining including complimentary local wine, port wine, beer and soft drinks with dinner on board Bottled water in every stateroom replenished daily
- Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner & Captain's Gala Dinner
- Sail Away Mimosa and Sun Deck BBQ
- Special highlights including lectures, theme dinners, onboard music performances and afternoon/evening piano music
- Transfer from ship in Porto to hotel in Lisbon
- 3 nights hotel accommodation in Lisbon, including daily buffet breakfast
- Special highlights including lectures, theme dinners, onboard music performances and afternoon/evening piano music
- Services of professional Cruise Manager
- All English language on board in a non-smoking environment (smoking permitted only on the Sun Deck)
- All local taxes
Deposit & Payment
Initial deposit is $600, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card. We accept Visa, Mastercard, AmEx, and Discover. Alternatively, you can send a check to our Missoula, Montana, office or register online at: https://www.adventure-life.com/forms/fourways.php
Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure.
Final payment by bank transfer, check or Visa, Mastercard, Discover, or Amex.
Booking last minute? No problem! Please contact one of our trip planners, and we can get you on your way if booking less than 100 days prior to departure.
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Cancellation Policy
| Days Prior to departure | Fee |
|---|---|
| 120 days or more | $300 per person |
| 119-90 days | $400 per person |
| 89-60 days | 40% trip cost |
| 59-30 days | 55% trip cost |
| 29-0 days | 100% trip cost |
MS Amavida
- Ship Highlights
- Passengers : 108
- River Cruise Ship
The Amavida will bring a distinctive standard of excellence to the Douro River in Portugal. This grand 108-passenger vessel features balconies in the majority of its spacious staterooms and suites, which range up to 323 sq. ft.
Ship Public Areas:
- Sun Deck offering unimpeded panoramic views
- Sun Deck with lounge chairs
- Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the vessel
- 24-hour specialty coffee and tea station
- Main Lounge with bar & piano
- Massage Spa
- Elevator reaching all 3 stateroom decks
- Fitness Room
- Heated pool
Stateroom Amenities:
- All outside staterooms with the balconies for majority of staterooms
- Extra spacious Suites are 323 sq. ft. with balcony
- Balcony Staterooms are 215 sq. ft. and Panoramic Window Staterooms are 161 sq. ft.
- In room safe, hair dryer, ample closet space and wireless telephone
- Suites feature sitting area with sofa
- All staterooms have complimentary Internet access and Wi-Fi
- 42" Flat-screen Televisions in every stateroom
- Hotel-style white on white, plush bedding and terry bathrobes
- Full marble bathrooms
- Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
- Individually controlled air-conditioning
Dining and Cuisine:
Gourmet dining on the Amavida brings you sophisticated and outstanding cuisine with delightful, attentive service, plus a casual al fresco dining option. Savor culinary masterpieces and free-flowing local wines at dinner, while surrounded by the Douro River Valley.
After dinner, you are invited to enjoy engaging evening entertainment. You are sure to be enthralled as different performers come on board each night. It's the perfect complement to your daily discoveries.
Small Group Excursion:
Set your own pace on shore excursions. Enjoy the full attention of your guide. Guides ensure that you’re treated with personalized attention, on land as well as on the river. Complimentary small group shore excursions provide a world-class land tour in every destination. Top local guides are hired in every location. You’ll find no more intensive and immersive introduction to the culture and heritage of the region you’re visiting than aboard the Amavida.
| Cabins | |
|---|---|
| Category E Douro Deck Panoramic Window, 161 sq. ft. | |
| Category D Douro Deck Panoramic Window, 161 sq. ft. | |
| Category C Lisbon Deck Balcony, 215 sq. ft. | |
| Category B Lisbon Deck Balcony, 215 sq. ft. | |
| Category A Porto Deck Balcony, 215 sq. ft. | |
| Suite Porto Deck Balcony, 323 sq. ft. |
