Family Club - From Portugal to Spain: Porto, the Douro Valley (Portugal) and Salamanca (Spain) (port-to-port cruise)

7 nights from £1,518pp departing Monday 7th Jul 2025

Portugal and Spain will unveil their treasures along a unique cruise over the Douro. Discover Porto, a city full of charm where its heritage is perfectly combined with the modern, cosmopolitan and intimate at the same time. You will visit the charming city of Lamego where breath-taking landscapes of green hills offer an interesting change of scenery. You will also discover Guimares and its fascinating stories that are reflected in the many monuments and historic buildings surrounding the town.

Itinerary

Map

					Arrive	Depart
	7th07	JulJul	202525	Porto, Portugal, embark on the MS Vasco de Gama	17:00
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. Embarkation. We'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. Optional excursion: CLASSIC Package: Porto by night.
	8th08	JulJul	202525	Porto, Portugal		12:00
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. Optional excursions: - CLASSIC package: Porto - FAMILY package: Tour Porto by tram and visit the Tramway Museum We'll begin our cruise to Peso da Rgua this afternoon. Enjoy a free evening to explore Peso da Rgua on your own.
	8th08	JulJul	202525	Régua, Portugal	20:00
	9th09	JulJul	202525	Régua, Portugal		09:00
Optional CLASSIC package excursion: Vila Real and Mateus Palace. We'll then spend the afternoon cruising to Vega de Terron. Enjoy an evening of flamenco entertainment on board.
	9th09	JulJul	202525	Pinhão, Portugal	11:30	17:00
	9th09	JulJul	202525	Vega de Terrón, Spain	20:30
	10th10	JulJul	202525	Vega de Terrón, Spain		16:30
Optional excursions: - CLASSIC package: Salamanca - FAMILY package: Pool time in Salamanca Our ship will cruise to Barca d'Alva.
	10th10	JulJul	202525	Barca d’Alva, Portugal	17:00
	11th11	JulJul	202525	Barca d’Alva, Portugal		08:30
This morning will be spent cruising. Join us on an optional excursion for both packages: Pinho and tasting of port wine. Tonight's our gala dinner and evening.
	11th11	JulJul	202525	Ferradosa, Portugal	14:00	17:00
	11th11	JulJul	202525	Pinhão, Portugal	17:30
	12th12	JulJul	202525	Pinhão, Portugal		09:00
Optional CLASSIC package excursion: Lamego. We'll begin our cruise to Porto this afternoon. Enjoy an evening of fado entertainment on board.
	12th12	JulJul	202525	Régua, Portugal	11:30	17:00
	12th12	JulJul	202525	Porto, Portugal	20:30
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.
	13th13	JulJul	202525	Porto, Portugal
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. Enjoy a morning on your own in Porto. Optional excursions: - CLASSIC package: Guimares - FAMILY package: World of Discoveries Enjoy an evening of traditional entertainment on board.
	14th14	JulJul	202525	Porto, Portugal, disembark the MS Vasco de Gama
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. Disembarkation.

MS Vasco de Gama

Launch Year

2002

Refit Year

2014

Tonnage

1,000

Capacity

138

Cabins

Accessible

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Upper Deck

Middle Deck

Main Deck

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Take advantage of the sun deck to relax! It is equipped with chairs and deckchairs, allowing you to cool off while enjoying a panoramic view of the magnificent landscapes.

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Holiday Summary

	7 nights cruising on the Douro
	All meals included
	Drinks included with meals & at the bar
	Gala dinner & evening welcome cocktail
	Free Wi-Fi in lounge & bar
	Headsets included for excursions
	Travel Assistance & Repatriation Insurance
	Port Taxes and Fees
	ABTA and ATOL Protection*

Oceanview staterooms from		£1,518pp
A_GLS_PS	Cat A (Upper Deck, Adjustable Twin Beds)	£1,584pp
B_GLS_PS	Cat B (Upper Deck, Adjustable Twin Beds)	£1,518pp

	Oceanview
	(All prices are £GBP per person)
Mon 16th Jun 202516 Jun 25	1,567
Mon 23rd Jun 202523 Jun 25	1,567
Mon 7th Jul 202507 Jul 25	1,518
Mon 14th Jul 202514 Jul 25	1,357
Mon 14th Jul 202514 Jul 25	1,357
Mon 21st Jul 202521 Jul 25	1,471
Mon 28th Jul 202528 Jul 25	1,518
Mon 4th Aug 202504 Aug 25	1,518
Mon 11th Aug 202511 Aug 25	1,291
Mon 18th Aug 202518 Aug 25	Please call for availability
Mon 6th Apr 202606 Apr 26	1,329
Mon 13th Apr 202613 Apr 26	1,329
Mon 4th May 202604 May 26	1,629
Mon 11th May 202611 May 26	1,629
Mon 18th May 202618 May 26	1,629
Mon 25th May 202625 May 26	1,629
Mon 1st Jun 202601 Jun 26	1,629
Mon 8th Jun 202608 Jun 26	1,629
Mon 15th Jun 202615 Jun 26	1,629
Mon 22nd Jun 202622 Jun 26	1,629
Mon 29th Jun 202629 Jun 26	1,301
Mon 6th Jul 202606 Jul 26	1,301
Mon 13th Jul 202613 Jul 26	1,301
Mon 20th Jul 202620 Jul 26	1,301
Mon 27th Jul 202627 Jul 26	1,301
Mon 3rd Aug 202603 Aug 26	1,301
Mon 10th Aug 202610 Aug 26	1,301
Mon 17th Aug 202617 Aug 26	1,301
Mon 24th Aug 202624 Aug 26	1,301
Mon 31st Aug 202631 Aug 26	1,301
Mon 7th Sep 202607 Sep 26	1,629
Mon 14th Sep 202614 Sep 26	1,629
Mon 21st Sep 202621 Sep 26	1,629
Mon 28th Sep 202628 Sep 26	1,629
Mon 5th Oct 202605 Oct 26	1,629
Mon 12th Oct 202612 Oct 26	1,629
Mon 19th Oct 202619 Oct 26	1,329