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| Dates | Deck + Cabin Type | |||||
| Category E | Category D | Category C | Category B | Category A | Suite | |
| Jun 4 '13 * Jun 11 '13 |
$2,999 | $3,198 | $3,798 | $3,998 | $4,298 | $5,198 |
| Port Charges: $147 per person * Itinerary operates in reverse |
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Jul 16 '13 * Jul 23 '13 Oct 8 '13 * |
$2,899 | $3,098 | $3,698 | $3,898 | $4,198 | $5,098 |
| Port Charges: $147 per person * Itinerary operates in reverse |
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| Aug 27 '13 * Sep 3 '13 |
$3,099 | $3,298 | $3,898 | $4,098 | $4,398 | $5,298 |
| Port Charges: $147 per person * Itinerary operates in reverse |
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| Apr 8 '14 * |
$2,799 | $6,048 | $3,798 | $3,998 | $4,248 | $5,498 |
| Port Charges: $161 per person. * Itinerary operates in reverse |
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| Apr 15 '14 |
$2,999 | $3,248 | $3,998 | $4,198 | $4,448 | $5,698 |
| Port Charges: $161 per person. | ||||||
May 13 '14 Jun 3 '14 * Jun 10 '14 Aug 26 '14 * |
$3,399 | $3,648 | $4,398 | $4,598 | $4,848 | $6,098 |
| Port Charges: $161 per person. * Itinerary operates in reverse |
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Jul 1 '14 * Jul 8 '14 Jul 29 '14 * Aug 5 '14 Oct 21 '14 * |
$3,199 | $3,448 | $4,198 | $4,398 | $4,648 | $5,898 |
| Port Charges: $161 per person. * Itinerary operates in reverse |
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Sep 2 '14 Sep 23 '14 * Sep 30 '14 |
$3,599 | $3,848 | $4,598 | $4,798 | $5,048 | $6,298 |
| Port Charges: $161 per person. * Itinerary operates in reverse |
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| Oct 28 '14 |
$3,099 | $3,348 | $4,098 | $4,298 | $4,548 | $5,798 |
| Port Charges: $161 per person. | ||||||
Single Supplement for Cruises: 50% of twin price; Suites 100% of twin price.
Deposit & Payment Day 1 Vega Terron / Embark
Embark your luxurious ship in Vega Terrón. This evening, meet your fellow passengers at the Welcome Dinner. (B,L,D)
Day 2 Vega Terron / Barca D'Alva / Pinhao
After breakfast, tour Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo, a small fortified village perched high on a hilltop. See 16th-century walls and walk down very narrow and steep medieval streets. Appreciate the Chafariz dos Pretos, a strikingly unique fountain decorated in black faces which stoically sits in the market square. Rejoin the ship in Barca d'Alva. Enjoy sail away mimosas as your ship departs for Pinhão. Arriving this evening, you will enjoy wine-tasting and dinner at Quinta Avessada in Pinhão. The ship moors here overnight. (B,L,D)
Day 3 Pinhao / Regua
This morning, enjoy an excursion to Lamego for a city tour. Ancient and picturesque Lamego houses one of the most important places of pilgrimage in Portugal, the Nossa Senhora dos Remédios (Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies). Lamego’s attractions also include a gothic Cathedral, museum and cafés known for local specialties such as “bola de Lamego” (bread filled with smoked ham) and Raposeira or sparkling wine. This afternoon, enjoy the distinctive Douro scenery as your ship cruises to Régua. This evening, enjoy a Portuguese folklore show. The ship overnights in Régua. (B,L,D)
Day 4 Regua
This morning, enjoy an excursion to the Palacio de Mateus. The palace and gardens of Mateus are located in the beautiful region of Trás-os-Montes just outside the city of Vila Real. This afternoon, your ship departs for Caldas de Arregos. This evening, enjoy a barbecue on the Sun Deck. (B,L,D)
Day 5 Caldas de Aregos / Bitetos
This morning, visit the Resende in Caldas de Arregos. Return to the ship for lunch and sail to Bitetos. Tonight, appreciate a traditional “home cooked” meal at the 14th-century Alpendurada Monastery. Before dinner, savor a glass of Port wine and a breathtaking view of the river valley from the Monastery’s terrace. (B,L,D)
Day 6 Bitetos / Porto
This morning, depart Bitetos for Porto. Arriving mid-day, your sightseeing tour of Porto reveals 16th-century arcaded buildings, Baroque churches and the magnificent iron bridge built by French engineer Gustave Eiffel. You will then drive through the elegant residential section along the Atlantic coast and explore the Old City. For some modern culture, visit 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 7 Porto / Guimarães
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 8 Porto / Disembark
Disembark your cruise in Porto. (B)
Itinerary Notes
Please note: Cruise fare does not include port taxes and fees.Included Features:
- 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
- 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.
Click here to see a copy of our Terms and Conditions.
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. |
