Douro Experience

7 nights from £2,237pp departing Wednesday 9th Oct 2024

7 Nights from Porto to Régua, Pinhão, Barca d'Alva, Vega Terron, Pinhão, Régua and Leverinho to Porto.

Itinerary

Map

					Arrive	Depart
	9th09	OctOct	202424	Porto, Portugal, embark on the A-ROSA ALVA
Lively, commercial Oporto is the second largest city in Portugal after Lisbon. Also called Porto for short, the word easily brings to mind the city's most famous product - port wine. Oporto's strategic location on the north bank of the Douro River has accounted for the town's importance since ancient times. The Romans built a fort here where their trading route crossed the Douro, and the Moors brought their own culture to the area. Oporto profited from provisioning crusaders en route to the Holy Land and enjoyed the riches from Portuguese maritime discoveries during the 15th and 16th centuries. Later, port wine trade with Britain compensated for the loss of the spice trade and the end of gold and gem shipments from Brazil. In the 19th century, the city went through a period of new prosperity with the rise of industries. In its wake followed the building of workers' quarters and opulent residences. Since the declaration of Oporto as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the city aims to build up a cultural reference that will provide it with a new image, based on deep historical roots. Among the attractions that make Oporto such an interesting place are its graceful bridges spanning the Douro River, a picturesque riverfront quarter and, most notable, its world-famous port wine lodges. Although Oporto is a bustling centre and home to many different businesses, the source of its greatest fame is the rich, sweet fortified red wine we know as port.
	10th10	OctOct	202424	Porto, Portugal		07:00
Lively, commercial Oporto is the second largest city in Portugal after Lisbon. Also called Porto for short, the word easily brings to mind the city's most famous product - port wine. Oporto's strategic location on the north bank of the Douro River has accounted for the town's importance since ancient times. The Romans built a fort here where their trading route crossed the Douro, and the Moors brought their own culture to the area. Oporto profited from provisioning crusaders en route to the Holy Land and enjoyed the riches from Portuguese maritime discoveries during the 15th and 16th centuries. Later, port wine trade with Britain compensated for the loss of the spice trade and the end of gold and gem shipments from Brazil. In the 19th century, the city went through a period of new prosperity with the rise of industries. In its wake followed the building of workers' quarters and opulent residences. Since the declaration of Oporto as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the city aims to build up a cultural reference that will provide it with a new image, based on deep historical roots. Among the attractions that make Oporto such an interesting place are its graceful bridges spanning the Douro River, a picturesque riverfront quarter and, most notable, its world-famous port wine lodges. Although Oporto is a bustling centre and home to many different businesses, the source of its greatest fame is the rich, sweet fortified red wine we know as port.
	10th10	OctOct	202424	Régua, Portugal	13:00	14:00
	10th10	OctOct	202424	Pinhão, Portugal	17:00
	11th11	OctOct	202424	Barca d’Alva, Portugal	19:00
	11th11	OctOct	202424	Pinhão, Portugal		13:00
	12th12	OctOct	202424	Vega de Terrón, Spain	12:30
	12th12	OctOct	202424	Barca d’Alva, Portugal		12:00
	13th13	OctOct	202424	Pinhão, Portugal	18:30
	13th13	OctOct	202424	Vega de Terrón, Spain		12:15
	14th14	OctOct	202424	Régua, Portugal	09:00	15:00
	14th14	OctOct	202424	Pinhão, Portugal		07:00
	14th14	OctOct	202424	Leverinho, Portugal	19:00
	15th15	OctOct	202424	Porto, Portugal	10:30
Lively, commercial Oporto is the second largest city in Portugal after Lisbon. Also called Porto for short, the word easily brings to mind the city's most famous product - port wine. Oporto's strategic location on the north bank of the Douro River has accounted for the town's importance since ancient times. The Romans built a fort here where their trading route crossed the Douro, and the Moors brought their own culture to the area. Oporto profited from provisioning crusaders en route to the Holy Land and enjoyed the riches from Portuguese maritime discoveries during the 15th and 16th centuries. Later, port wine trade with Britain compensated for the loss of the spice trade and the end of gold and gem shipments from Brazil. In the 19th century, the city went through a period of new prosperity with the rise of industries. In its wake followed the building of workers' quarters and opulent residences. Since the declaration of Oporto as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the city aims to build up a cultural reference that will provide it with a new image, based on deep historical roots. Among the attractions that make Oporto such an interesting place are its graceful bridges spanning the Douro River, a picturesque riverfront quarter and, most notable, its world-famous port wine lodges. Although Oporto is a bustling centre and home to many different businesses, the source of its greatest fame is the rich, sweet fortified red wine we know as port.
	15th15	OctOct	202424	Leverinho, Portugal		08:30
	16th16	OctOct	202424	Porto, Portugal, disembark the A-ROSA ALVA
Lively, commercial Oporto is the second largest city in Portugal after Lisbon. Also called Porto for short, the word easily brings to mind the city's most famous product - port wine. Oporto's strategic location on the north bank of the Douro River has accounted for the town's importance since ancient times. The Romans built a fort here where their trading route crossed the Douro, and the Moors brought their own culture to the area. Oporto profited from provisioning crusaders en route to the Holy Land and enjoyed the riches from Portuguese maritime discoveries during the 15th and 16th centuries. Later, port wine trade with Britain compensated for the loss of the spice trade and the end of gold and gem shipments from Brazil. In the 19th century, the city went through a period of new prosperity with the rise of industries. In its wake followed the building of workers' quarters and opulent residences. Since the declaration of Oporto as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the city aims to build up a cultural reference that will provide it with a new image, based on deep historical roots. Among the attractions that make Oporto such an interesting place are its graceful bridges spanning the Douro River, a picturesque riverfront quarter and, most notable, its world-famous port wine lodges. Although Oporto is a bustling centre and home to many different businesses, the source of its greatest fame is the rich, sweet fortified red wine we know as port.

A-ROSA ALVA

Launch Year

2019

Capacity

126

Cabins

Accessible

Deck 1

Deck 2

Deck 3

Deck 4

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2-bed outside cabin, A

Spacious and comfortable outside cabin. Elegant design and first-class materials ensure an atmosphere of well-being. Cabin facilities: safe, air-conditioning, TV, hair dryer, bathroom with shower and toilet, sauna towel, wool blanket, telephone, bathrobe.

2-bed outside cabin, C

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
C	2-bed Outside Cabin with Juliette Balcony	£2,237	£2,237

Spacious and comfortable outside cabin with drop-down panorama window. Elegant design and first-class materials ensure an atmosphere of well-being. Cabin facilities: safe, air-conditioning, TV, hair dryer, bathroom with shower and toilet, sauna towel, wool blanket, telephone, bathrobe.

2-bed outside cabin, D

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
D	2-bed Outside Cabin with Juliette Balcony	£2,428	£2,428

2-bed outside cabin, F

Generously sized Balcony Suite with balcony, sofa, bathroom with daylight and walk-in closet. Elegant design and first-class materials ensure an atmosphere of well-being. Additional services: check-in and personal welcome from 12.00 h, Suite cocktail with the hotel manager, fresh flowers and fruit, laundry and ironing service.

2-bed outside cabin, S

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The Market Restaurant

The Market Restaurant is the ship’s Dining Room (no table reservations needed). It has an open kitchen and Buffet station. The A-ROSA ALVA’s dining room menu features low-calorie, itinerary-based (regional) specialties and traditional Mediterranean dishes. Food on board is prepared with fresh locally sourced ingredients and products.

Dining is a truly un-regimented affair – unlike other river vessels, the dining room opens its welcoming arms when you are ready, rather than at a specified time. A lavish buffet with a la minute cookery stations entices you with fresh ingredients and plenty of choice. In addition, a speciality waiter service restaurant offers an alternative option, with a new menu every night and the opportunity to dine here up to three times during the week. Weather permitting, you can choose to dine al fresco around pool as you watch the beautiful scenery pass by.

On some evenings, served onboard will be a themed 3-course-dinner in a reserved part of the restaurant. A-ROSA advises guests to sign up for this evening at the reception or with the Maître as seats are limited. On these evenings, the buffet restaurant is also open as usual.

The themed evenings are at an extra charge.

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The Sun Deck

Time on the sun deck can be measured in sunsets, laps in the pool, glasses of wine or the number of new friends you’ve made. But for most, time just stands still as you take in Europe’s fabled towns and picturesque countryside from your chaise lounge.

The motto topside on the sun deck is “anything is possible, but nothing is required… just enjoy.”

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Holiday Summary

	7 nights cruising on the Douro
	Port Taxes and Fees
	ABTA and ATOL Protection*

	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite
	(All prices are £GBP per person)
Wed 16th Oct 202416 Oct 24			4,094
Wed 30th Oct 202430 Oct 24		1,999
Wed 6th Nov 202406 Nov 24		1,617
Wed 13th Nov 202413 Nov 24		1,427	3,713
Wed 19th Mar 202519 Mar 25	1,427	1,808	3,712
Wed 26th Mar 202526 Mar 25	1,427	1,808
Wed 9th Apr 202509 Apr 25	1,427	1,998	4,093
Wed 16th Apr 202516 Apr 25	1,427	1,998
Wed 30th Apr 202530 Apr 25	1,665	2,236	4,570
Wed 7th May 202507 May 25	1,665	2,236	4,570
Wed 14th May 202514 May 25	1,665	2,236
Wed 21st May 202521 May 25		2,236
Wed 28th May 202528 May 25	1,665	2,236	4,570
Wed 4th Jun 202504 Jun 25	1,665	2,236	4,570
Wed 11th Jun 202511 Jun 25	1,665		4,570
Wed 18th Jun 202518 Jun 25	1,665	2,236	4,570
Wed 25th Jun 202525 Jun 25	1,427	1,998	4,093
Wed 2nd Jul 202502 Jul 25	1,236	1,998
Wed 9th Jul 202509 Jul 25	1,236	1,998	3,712
Wed 16th Jul 202516 Jul 25	1,236	1,808	3,712
Wed 23rd Jul 202523 Jul 25	1,236	1,808	3,712
Wed 30th Jul 202530 Jul 25	1,236	1,808	3,712
Wed 6th Aug 202506 Aug 25		1,808	3,712
Wed 13th Aug 202513 Aug 25		1,808	3,712
Wed 20th Aug 202520 Aug 25	1,427	1,998	4,093
Wed 27th Aug 202527 Aug 25	1,427	1,998
Wed 3rd Sep 202503 Sep 25	1,665	2,236	4,570
Wed 10th Sep 202510 Sep 25	1,665	2,427	4,570
Wed 17th Sep 202517 Sep 25	1,665	2,236	4,570
Wed 24th Sep 202524 Sep 25	1,665	2,236	4,570
Wed 1st Oct 202501 Oct 25	1,665
Wed 8th Oct 202508 Oct 25	1,665	2,236	4,570
Wed 15th Oct 202515 Oct 25	1,427	2,189	4,093
Wed 22nd Oct 202522 Oct 25	1,855	2,427
Wed 29th Oct 202529 Oct 25	1,236	1,808	3,712
Wed 5th Nov 202505 Nov 25	1,236	1,808	3,712
Wed 12th Nov 202512 Nov 25	1,236	1,808	3,712