Best Salamanca River Cruises, Trips & Tours for 2025-2026

Explore the historical city of Salamanca, located in the hills along the Tormes River in Spain about an hour's drive east of the Portugal border and the Douro River. This city has a population of about 144,000 inhabitants and was founded in the 11th century making it over 800 years old. It's famous for it's university, one of the oldest in the world Tour the historical Plaza Mayor and the Cuidad Vieja de Salamanca to recognize and appreciate the historic Spanish architecture that's been preserved throughout the years. You could also visit the historic Salamanca Cathedral which took nearly 200 years to build in a mix of Baroque and late Gothic styles! Contact one our Douro River cruise & Spain travel specialists to start planning your ideal trip today!

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10 Best Salamanca Cruises and Tours for 2025-2026

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Top 3 Travel Deals to Salamanca for 2025-2026

Trip Name	From	Days	Summary
Portugal to Spain - Porto, the Douro Valley and Salamanca	$1,945	8	Get to know the history, culture and traditions of Portugal and Spain, on this 8-day voyage sailing along the Douro River on the MS Vasco de Gama. From Porto, cruise east toward Salamanca, making stops in Braga, Regua, Vila Réal, Vega de teron, Ferradosa, Pinhao and Lamego, which you can tour via coach or on foot. 0
Flavors of Portugal & Spain - Cruise Only	$4,139	8	Sail on an 8-day cruise aboard the MS Amavida from Porto through the stunning Douro River Valley, a UNESCO site of terraced vineyards and charming quintas. Enjoy wine tastings, historic villages, and the rich flavors of Spain and Portugal. 0
From Portugal to Spain: Porto, The Douro Valley and Salamanca	$2,481	8	This 6-day cruise aboard MS Amalia Rodrigues takes you on a roundtrip journey from Porto. Visit vineyards in Porto and Vega de Terron. Try the wines of Vila Real. Roman, Arabic, and Christian influences can be seen in the architecture of Salamanca, which highlights this cruise as well. 0

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Recommended things to see and do in Salamanca, Spain

Ieronimus Bell Tower of the Cathedral - the walk to the top rewards one with spectacular views of Salamanca and the beautiful surrounding countryside. The same ticket includes access to the bell tower plus the old and new Cathedrals of Salamanca.

Plaza Mayor & Ciudad Vieja - the main square of Salamanca is considered one of the most beautiful in Spain, and all of Europe. The origin of Salamanca dates back to ancient Celtic times, and the Ciudad Vieja (Old City) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It merits hours of meandering its ancient Baroque streets.

Puente Romano - for a romantic evening overlooking the scenic Tormes River to the famed bridge built in Roman times.

Universidad de Salamanca - is one of the world's oldest universities being founded in 1134, and is home to not only amazing architecture, but a wide diversity of Spanish and international students.