Discover Portugal and enjoy a taste of Spain on this incredible cruise. Join the MS Fernao de Magalhaes on an exceptional adventure sailing through magnificent landscapes and beautiful and emblematic villages and churches. Visit Porto and enjoy a tour of the second largest city in Portugal and one of the oldest cities in Europe. Explore the Douro valley which enchants you with its wooded landscapes and picturesque banks as you make your way to Guimarães, a historic town which has preserved monuments dating back to medieval times. Discover the "cradle of Portugal" on a panoramic tour to see the old castle and the Palais des Ducs. Visit an exclusive wine cellar in Vila Nova de Gaia for a degustation of traditional Porto wine.
Day-by-Day Summary
Day 1 : Porto, Portugal | Embark Day 2 : Régua Day 3 : Vila Real | Porto Antigo Day 4 : Sailing the Douro River | Porto Day 5 : Porto | Guimaraes | Porto Day 6 : Porto | Disembark
Highlights
Explore the enchanting city of Porto on an exclusive tour at night
Discover the magnificent 16th-century house at Solar de Mateus in Vila Real
Visit Braga, also known as the Rome of Portugal
Tour the Nossa Senhora dos Remedios sanctuary and the cathedral
Be welcomed on board at the end of the afternoon in Porto. Enjoy the presentation of the crew and welcome cocktail followed by dinner on board. Join an exclusive excursion to explore Porto by night.
*Passengers will choose either the Classic or Discovery package to participate in for the duration of the voyage.
Cruise to Régua through the Douro valley which enchants you with its wooded landscapes and picturesque banks. Arrive in Régua and discover the city in a guided tour of Lamego and the Nossa Senhora Dos Remedios sanctuary. Be part of a unique dancing evening on board.
Join an excursion to explore Solar de Mateus in Vila Real, a magnificent 16th-century manor house with beautiful French gardens, owned by a family of the Portuguese aristocracy. Visit the manor (exterior only) and the French gardens. In the afternoon, cruise to Porto Antigo through the heart of the famous Porto vineyards planted in terraces on the magnificent rolling hills. Enjoy an evening of entertainment on board.
You'll spend the morning cruising. This afternoon's excursions are:
Classic: Guided tour of Porto, one of the oldest cities in Europe, whose historic center was listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Discovery: Touring Porto via tram and visiting the tram museum. You'll board one of the city's trams and partake in this urban-tourism experience all the way to the mouth of the Douro. You'll finish up our excursion with a tasting of some of the local specialties.
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$1,348
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Main Deck
15 cabins (13 twins, 2 cabins with 2 single beds) equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
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Middle Deck
18 cabins (16 twins, 2 cabins with 2 single beds) equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
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Upper Deck
38 twin cabins equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
Notes
20% discount on children between 2-10 years
30% discount for 3rd person in triple cabin
For the safety of our passengers, the captain and crew of the boat may decide to modify the navigational itinerary.
This offer includes:
- All meals from dinner the D1 to breakfast on D6
- Drinks including water, wine, beer, fruit juices and coffee served during meals on board, drinks served at the bar (excluding champagne and wines on the wine list)
- Double-occupancy cabin with shower in private bathroom
- Excursions mentioned in the program
- Onboard entertainment
- Assistance from an onboard multi-lingual host/hostess
- Gala dinner and evening
- Welcome cocktail
- Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
- All port fees
-Excursions for the Classic or Discovery package. Passengers will need to choose one package to participate in for the duration of the voyage.
This offer does not include:
- Drinks on the wine list, champagne at the bar, drinks served during excursions or transfers
- Cancellation and baggage insurance
- Personal expenses
Formalities: Valid passport compulsory. Non-EU nationals are advised to consult their embassy or consulate. Please note: Your passport must be valid for six months beyond the last day of your travels.
Initial deposit is 30%, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure by Bank transfer or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge.
Beyond expectations! Then again we weren't sure what to expect. Lovely stay at the lodge, met other like-minded travelers (many had their trips planned by Adventure Life) and the owner was a gracious hostess. It felt like you were one happy family, visiting with a favorite aunt.
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