Experience the Douro

7 nights from £2,189pp departing Wednesday 11th May 2022

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

Itinerary

Map

					Arrive	Depart
	11th11	MayMay	202222	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.
	12th12	MayMay	202222	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.
	12th12	MayMay	202222	Régua, Portugal	13:00	14:00
	12th12	MayMay	202222	Pinhão, Portugal	17:00
	13th13	MayMay	202222	Vega de Terrón, Spain	19:00
	13th13	MayMay	202222	Pinhão, Portugal		13:00
	14th14	MayMay	202222	Vega de Terrón, Spain		12:00
	14th14	MayMay	202222	Barca d’Alva, Portugal	12:30
	15th15	MayMay	202222	Barca d’Alva, Portugal		09:00
	15th15	MayMay	202222	Pinhão, Portugal	17:30
	15th15	MayMay	202222	Pocinho, Portugal	11:15	12:15
	16th16	MayMay	202222	Pinhão, Portugal		07:00
	16th16	MayMay	202222	Régua, Portugal	09:00	14:00
	16th16	MayMay	202222	Bitetos, Portugal	18:30
	17th17	MayMay	202222	Bitetos, Portugal		06:45
	17th17	MayMay	202222	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.
	18th18	MayMay	202222	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

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
A	2-bed Outside Cabin	£2,189	£2,189

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	£2,570	£2,570

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	£2,761	£2,761

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 18th May 202218 May 22	1,999	2,570
Wed 25th May 202225 May 22	1,999	2,570
Wed 1st Jun 202201 Jun 22	2,189	2,570
Wed 8th Jun 202208 Jun 22	2,189
Wed 15th Jun 202215 Jun 22	2,189
Wed 22nd Jun 202222 Jun 22	1,999	2,570
Wed 29th Jun 202229 Jun 22	1,999
Wed 6th Jul 202206 Jul 22	1,675	2,247
Wed 13th Jul 202213 Jul 22	1,675	2,247
Wed 20th Jul 202220 Jul 22	1,866	2,247
Wed 27th Jul 202227 Jul 22	1,675	2,247
Wed 3rd Aug 202203 Aug 22	1,808	2,380
Wed 10th Aug 202210 Aug 22	1,808	2,570
Wed 17th Aug 202217 Aug 22	1,808	2,380
Wed 24th Aug 202224 Aug 22		2,570
Wed 31st Aug 202231 Aug 22	1,999	2,761
Wed 7th Sep 202207 Sep 22	1,999	2,570
Wed 14th Sep 202214 Sep 22	2,189
Wed 21st Sep 202221 Sep 22	1,999
Wed 28th Sep 202228 Sep 22	1,999
Wed 19th Oct 202219 Oct 22	1,742	2,313
Wed 26th Oct 202226 Oct 22	1,551	2,123
Wed 2nd Nov 202202 Nov 22	1,551	2,123	4,028
Wed 9th Nov 202209 Nov 22	1,551	2,123	4,028
Wed 16th Nov 202216 Nov 22	1,551	2,123	4,028