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Nossa Senhora dos Remedios Sanctuary

Portugal to Spain - Porto, the Douro Valley and Salamanca

Example 8 Day Cruise aboard MS Miguel Torga
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Take part in a historic journey and explore the picturesque towns and villages of Portugal and Spain, on this 8-day roundtrip cruise aboard the MS Miguel Torga. Discover Porto, Braga, Vila Réal, Salamanca, the Porto wine trail and Lamego. Cruise through the Douro River, and enjoy guided visits and excursions to renowned architectural sites, historic cities, beautiful gardens, and impressive vineyards. 
Charming city of Porto at nightPorto, Portugal Old TownSail across the heart of Porto vineyardsDouro River Vineyards, PortugalNossa Senhora dos Remedios Sanctuary
Highlights
  • Set off on a guided tour of Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Join an excursion to Braga, nicknamed the “Rome of Portugal"
  • Visit the Solar de Mateus Manor and walk through its beautiful gardens
  • Stop at an overlook surrounded by vines and taste the wines of Porto
Activities
Activity Level: Relaxed
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
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Day 1: Porto | Embark

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 before dinner. In the evening, we'll set out on an excursion by coach for both packages to see Porto by night.

Day 2: Porto | Regua

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Excursions proposed:

CLASSIC: Guided tour of Porto, one of the oldest cities in Europe, whose historic center is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
DISCOVERY: Touring Porto via tram and visiting the tram museum.

Return on board for dinner and an evening of Fado music.

Day 3: Regua | Vega de Teron

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Join us for both packages: Vila Réal, a town with a great variety of religious buildings and architecture. In the afternoon, the cruise continues to the heart of the most famous vineyards in Porto to Vega de Terron. We'll arrive in the evening. Enjoy an evening of Flamenco entertainment.

Day 4: Barca d'Alva | Salamanca

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Join us for the excursions proposed:

CLASSIC: Salamanca. This town of dazzling beauty houses some extraordinary Roman, Arabic, and Christian architectural treasures.

DISCOVERY: Salamanca by bike.
We'll return on board in Barca d'Alva. Enjoy an evening of entertainment.

Day 5: Barca d'Alva | Ferradosa | Pinhao

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
This morning will be spent cruising. Join us on an excursion for both packages: "wines of Porto" excursion followed by a wine-tasting session*. Tonight's our gala dinner and evening.

Day 6: Pinhao | Porto

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Join us on an excursion for both packages: A guided tour of Lamego. This afternoon will be spent cruising. Enjoy an evening of Fado-themed entertainment.

Day 7: Porto

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
This morning, enjoy time at leisure in Porto. In the afternoon, join us for the excursions proposed:

CLASSIC: Discover Guimaraes.

DISCOVERY: Hiking along the Atlantic coast all the way to Villa Nova de Gaïa, followed by a wine-tasting session*.
Enjoy an evening of traditional folk entertainment.

Day 8: Porto | Disembark

Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before you disembark and begin your journey back home.

Ship/Hotel

MS Miguel Torga

MS Miguel Torga
MS Miguel Torga
MS Miguel Torga

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Main Deck- Cat A
8 double-occupancy cabins equipped with shower, flat-screen TV, hair dryer, safe, and closet.
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Main Deck- Cat B
double-occupancy cabins equipped with shower, flat-screen TV, hair dryer, safe, and closet.
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Main Deck- Cat C
double-occupancy cabins equipped with shower, flat-screen TV, hair dryer, safe, and closet.
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Middle Deck-Cat A
24 double-occupancy cabins equipped with shower, flat-screen TV, hair dryer, safe, and closet.
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Middle Deck-Cat B
double-occupancy cabins equipped with shower, flat-screen TV, hair dryer, safe, and closet.
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Middle Deck-Cat C
double-occupancy cabins equipped with shower, flat-screen TV, hair dryer, safe, and closet.
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Upper Deck-Cat A
34 double-occupancy cabins equipped with shower, flat-screen TV, hair dryer, safe, and closet.
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Upper Deck-Cat B
double-occupancy cabins equipped with shower, flat-screen TV, hair dryer, safe, and closet.

Notes

20% discount on children between 2-10 years
30% discount for 3rd person in triple cabin
Included
  • 7 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 7 Dinners
  • 7 Nights Accommodations
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Ground transportation as listed
  • Activities as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
  • Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
  • Double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom
  • Excursions included in the package selected
  • All port fees
Excluded
  • Gratuities
  • Personal Expenses
  • Flight costs (please request a quote)
  • Additional excursions during free time
  • Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
  • Drinks from the special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers
  • Cancellation and baggage insurance

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