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Day by Day Summary and Map
Cruise Segment of Itinerary
Tuesday - May 14, 2024
Day 1
Vega de Terron, Spain
Board your river ship for your Flavors of Portugal & Spain cruise. (D)
Wednesday - May 15, 2024
Day 2
Barca d'Alva, Portugal
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Castelo Rodrigo, Portugal
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Barca d'Alva, Portugal
Pinhao, Portugal
Venture to Castelo Rodrigo, known as the "White Village" because of its almond trees. The site offers spectacular views of the surrounding area. Join a walking tour through its medieval streets and see the houses and establishments with 16th-century facade and Manueline-style windows. If you prefer a more active adventure there, you can hike up to the town. At the end of both tours, enjoy a tasting of local favorites, such as almonds, cheese, bread, and wine. Later in the day, cruise along the scenic Douro to Pinhao. (B,L,D) ... Read More
Thursday - May 16, 2024
Day 3
Pinhao, Portugal
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Quinta da Avessada, Portugal
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Pinhao, Portugal
Embark on a leisurely walk to the charming Pinhao Railway Station, a stunning train station along the Douro Line, one of the most iconic rail journeys in Portugal. The station's main building is revered for its 25 tile panels, all in shades of blue, that depict scenes from the Douro region. Afterward, enjoy an exclusive lunch at Quinta da Avessada, where you'll enjoy an authentic and traditional dining experience complete with entertainment. The warm, spirited hospitality of this family-run quinta is quite special as you will discover. Several family members play in a band, and while dining, they will entertain you. Quinta da Avessada is also a fascinating interactive museum commemorating the history and culture of wine in the Alto Douro region, so you'll have fun discovering all the various stages of wine production as well as doing plenty of tasting. Later in the day, a wine tasting will be waiting for you in a local quinta. (B,L,D) ... Read More
Friday - May 17, 2024
Day 4
Regua, Portugal
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Casa Mateus, Portugal
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Lamego, Portugal
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Regua, Portugal
Discover the Baroque magic of Mateus Palace and gardens. Later in the day, you have a choice of two excursions. Your first option is an excursion to ancient and picturesque Lamego, home to one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Portugal, the Nossa Senhora dos Remedios (Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies). For active adventurers, you can hike up the famed Lamego Steps, also known as the Holy Staircase. (B,L,D) ... Read More
Saturday - May 18, 2024
Day 5
Regua, Portugal
Entre-os-Rios, Portugal
Enjoy a scenic cruise along the Douro from Regua to Entre-os-Rios. This will be followed by a traditional "home-cooked" meal at a local quinta. (B,L,D)
Sunday - May 19, 2024
Day 6
Entre-os-Rios, Portugal
Porto (Oporto), Portugal
Enjoy a morning of scenic cruising on your way to Porto, then join a guided tour of Porto's historic quarter, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You'll see the cathedral, one of the city's oldest monuments; the main square, ringed with shops and cafes; and the Sao Bento Railway Station, known for its blue-and-white tile panels depicting scenes from Portuguese history. You'll also enjoy a tasting of Port, Portugal's most renowned contribution to the world of wine. For a more active adventure, join a hike in Porto and explore the old harbor quarter, passing through the medieval streets of Porto; afterwards, indulge in a Port wine tasting. (B,L,D) ... Read More
Monday - May 20, 2024
Day 7
Porto (Oporto), Portugal
Enjoy a day at leisure. (B,L,D)
Tuesday - May 21, 2024
Day 8
Porto (Oporto), Portugal
Your journey comes to an end in Porto as you prepare for your homeward flight. (B)
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