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Day by Day Summary and Map
Land Segment of Itinerary
Thursday - Aug 14, 2025
Day 1
Madrid, Spain
Welcome to the sun-drenched capital of Spain, Madrid. Today, you will be met at the airport and transferred to your centrally-located hotel for a two-night stay in the capital.
Friday - Aug 15, 2025
Day 2
Madrid, Spain
This morning, join your local guide for an insightful walking tour of Madrid, touching on its bustling center and its vibrant past as you peruse the Sabatini Gardens and Gran Via. After your tour, the rest of the day is yours to spend exploring at leisure.
Saturday - Aug 16, 2025
Day 3
Madrid, Spain
Air Travel
Cruise Segment of Itinerary
Day 3 - Saturday - Aug 16, 2025
Day 3
Cruise Begins
Porto (Oporto), Portugal
Today, you will be transferred from your well-appointed hotel to the airport for your flight to Porto. Here, a warm welcome awaits you from your captain and crew onboard your contemporary Emerald Cruises Star-Ship. This evening, join your fellow guests for dinner onboard.
Sunday - Aug 17, 2025
Day 4
Porto (Oporto), Portugal
Pinhao, Portugal
Relax onboard today and enjoy a full day of sailing through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Douro Valley. This fascinating area is celebrated because it builds on two millennia of wine producing history, where viticulture has shaped the surrounding landscape and small, sleepy villages are peppered with dozens of sun-drenched vineyards. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner and cocktail reception. ... Read More
Monday - Aug 18, 2025
Day 5
Pinhao, Portugal
Bus Travel
Quinta do Tedo, Portugal, Portugal
Bus Travel
Pinhao, Portugal
Vega de Terron, Spain
Begin your day with a visit to the beautiful Quinta do Tedo vineyard in the heart of Portugal's Douro Valley, nestled on the confluence of the Douro and Tedo rivers. This 18th-century estate is environmentally sound, creating organic produce by using traditional viticulture methods. Alternatively, enjoy a guided walk through local vineyards, stopping along the way to admire your surroundings. Or, embark on a kayak excursion along the river, taking in the impressive views from the heart of the Douro Valley. This afternoon, enjoy sailing to Vega de Terron, perhaps relaxing on the Sun Deck. ... Read More
Tuesday - Aug 19, 2025
Day 6
Vega de Terron, Spain
Bus Travel
Salamanca, Spain
Bus Travel
Vega de Terron, Spain
Founded in Roman times, the ancient city of Salamanca and its UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Quarter have an illustrious past, having been held by the Carthaginians, Romans, and Moors. Travel to the beautiful 'Golden City' for a walking tour, which includes exploring the postcard-worthy galleries and arcades that adorn Plaza Mayor. You'll also have the opportunity to see Casa de las Conchas, a building that has been lovingly decorated with more than 300 shells, and Salamanca's university, one of the oldest universities in Europe that dates back to 1218. ... Read More
Wednesday - Aug 20, 2025
Day 7
Pocinho, Portugal
Bus Travel
Castelo Rodrigo, Portugal
Bus Travel
Pocinho, Portugal
Regua, Portugal
This morning, we are docked in Pocinho from where we will visit the charming medieval town of Castelo Rodrigo. On your tour, you will have the chance to uncover the secrets of this small village's fortress history and try some typical local products. Later, return to your Star-Ship for lunch and soak up your idyllic surrounds, enjoying a Port wine cocktail lesson onboard as you sail towards Regua. ... Read More
Thursday - Aug 21, 2025
Day 8
Regua, Portugal
Bus Travel
Lamego, Portugal
Bus Travel
Quinta da Pacheca, Portugal, Portugal
Bus Travel
Regua, Portugal
On today's included excursion, you'll visit the marvelous Baroque village of Lamego, stopping to see the picturesque Shrine of Our Lady of Remedies, a structure that stands gracefully over the town. If you're feeling active, enjoy an invigorating walk down the 686 steps from the sanctuary to the main square. On the same day you will get to experience a rural lunch at Quinta da Pacheca, one of the finest estates of river Douro and learn about the Portuguese mosaic painting tradition. ... Read More
Friday - Aug 22, 2025
Day 9
Porto (Oporto), Portugal
Located at the mouth of the Douro River, Porto is a fascinating and eclectic mix of modern and ancient architecture. Famous for its export of Port wines, it's easy to imagine how British merchant ships would have once clustered together in the medieval harbor, waiting to take their produce across the water. Your included tour of the coastal city will touch on the fortified structures of Castelo da Foz and Castelo do Queijo, a building whose pentagonal facades overlook the ocean. For those who wish to see the charms of Porto on foot, an active walk through the town will bring you closer to the vibrant daily life of the locals. ... Read More
This morning, disembark your Star-Ship and travel south, following the coast of the Atlantic until you reach the enchanting town of Nazare. Continue onwards until you arrive in Lisbon. Lisbon's beauty has captivated people from around the world for centuries, and your included three-night stay in Lisbon is certain to leave you captivated too. ... Read More
Today, a tour of Lisbon's center will offer the perfect introduction to the Portuguese capital, where limestone cobbled streets are peppered with terracotta-roofed houses, all swathed in delightful breezy sea views. Your tour will include a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Jeronimos Monastery, an icon of Late Gothic Manueline architecture that can be found gracing Lisbon's harbour. The shrine-like south entrance is a true delight, with gables, pinnacles, and a statue of Henry the Navigator, one of the pioneers of Portugal's Age of Discovery, a period of time that brought riches to the Portuguese Empire. ... Read More
The heart and soul of Lisbon is yours to discover independently today, as you stroll past gleaming white basilicas and traverse cobblestone streets. Your tour director will be available to help you plan your day of independent exploration.
After breakfast, it's time to bid farewell to your fellow guests and prepare for your transfer to the airport, taking memories of the golden city and illustrious vineyards with you. This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated above. Please note: Preview itinerary subject to change. ... Read More
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