Portugal, Spain & the Douro River Valley

10 nights from £3,750pp departing Sunday 13th Nov 2022

Following the Douro River through Portugal and into Spain, you’ll cruise past steeply terraced hillsides, quaint villages and acres of ripe vineyards. Dine on traditional fare in majestic Coimbra, the birthplace of six Portuguese kings; enjoy private tastings of Port; and explore Porto’s historic Ribeira district, home to iconic rabelo boats, cutting-edge cuisine and a thriving art scene. Wind your way through the dramatic landscapes of the UNESCO-designated Douro Valley, heading ashore to visit charming quintas and meet the winemakers who operate them. In Salamanca, Spain, you’ll see th...

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					Arrive	Depart
	13th13	NovNov	202222	Porto, Portugal, embark on the S.S. São Gabriel
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. Arrive in Porto, the port city at the mouth of the Douro.
	14th14	NovNov	202222	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. Portugal’s second city (after Lisbon), Porto gave its name to the nation’s most famous export, Port wine, and to the nation itself. Today, choose between two distinctively Portuguese ways to explore Porto.
	15th15	NovNov	202222	Régua, Portugal
Today is all about wine, which has been cultivated in the Douro River Valley since ancient Roman times. Get a crash course on the history of Port during your visit to the Douro Museum.
	16th16	NovNov	202222	Pocinho, Portugal
Head ashore for a choice of excursions, including a tasting at a prestigious Port wine estate or a vineyard hike with a wine tasting at a local quinta. Later, lace up your hiking boots and unleash your inner Indiana Jones with an up-close gander at some prehistoric carvings at an archaeological park.
	17th17	NovNov	202222	Salamanca, Spain
Today, you can visit the historic university town of Salamanca—the “Golden City”—famous for its sand-colored buildings and abundance of churches. Feel the centuries fall away as your ship winds its way through the pristine, dramatic UNESCO-protected landscapes of the Douro River Valley.
	18th18	NovNov	202222	Barca d’Alva, Portugal
Go medieval today at Castelo Rodrigo, both the name of a hilltop castle as well as the village that surrounds it. The view from the top is incredible and the village is a charming place to ramble, relax and replenish.
	19th19	NovNov	202222	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. Explore Guimarães, the town where Portugal was born. Its well-preserved architecture and stylish young residents make it a pleasure to visit. Or opt for a leisurely walking tour through Ribeira’s quaint cobbled streets.
	20th20	NovNov	202222	Lisbon, Portugal, disembark the S.S. São Gabriel
Set on seven hills on the banks of the River Tagus, Lisbon has been the capital of Portugal since the 13th century. It is a city famous for its majestic architecture, old wooden trams, Moorish features and more than twenty centuries of history. Following disastrous earthquakes in the 18th century, Lisbon was rebuilt by the Marques de Pombal who created an elegant city with wide boulevards and a great riverfront and square, Praça do Comércio. Today there are distinct modern and ancient sections, combining great shopping with culture and sightseeing in the Old Town, built on the city's terraced hillsides. The distance between the ship and your tour vehicle may vary. This distance is not included in the excursion grades. Disembark the ship and board a motorcoach, heading south through Portugal’s picturesque countryside to Lisbon where you will check in to your hotel.
	20th20	NovNov	202222	3 nights accommodation following your cruise, staying in Lisbon
	23rd23	NovNov	202222	Check out of accommodation

S.S. São Gabriel

Launch Year

2020

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Accessible

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Holiday Summary

	Return flights including luggage allowance
	Overseas Transfers
	7 nights cruising on the Douro
	3 nights in a hotel following your cruise
	Return airport transfers
	All alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages included
	Gratuities Included
	Choice of shore excursions in every port
	Exclusive special events
	Speciality restaurants included
	Bikes for passenger use
	In-room mini bar
	Free Wi-Fi included
	Room Service (category dependant)
	Self-service laundry
	Butler Service (category dependant)
	Port Taxes and Fees
	ABTA and ATOL Protection*

Oceanview staterooms from		£3,750pp
CLASSIC	Classic	£3,750pp
DELUXE	Deluxe	£4,050pp

Balcony staterooms from		£5,350pp
FRNCH	French Balcony	£5,350pp

Suite staterooms from		£12,299pp
SUITE	Suite	£12,299pp

Oceanview staterooms from		£3,750pp
CLASSIC	Classic	£3,750pp
DELUXE	Deluxe	£4,050pp

Balcony staterooms from		£5,350pp
FRNCH	French Balcony	£5,350pp

Suite staterooms from		£12,299pp
SUITE	Suite	£12,299pp

	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite
	(All prices are £GBP per person)
Sun 20th Nov 202220 Nov 22	3,450	4,950	11,699
Sun 20th Nov 202220 Nov 22	3,450	4,950	11,699
Sun 2nd Apr 202302 Apr 23	4,499	5,849	6,479
Sun 2nd Apr 202302 Apr 23	4,499	5,849	6,479
Sun 9th Apr 202309 Apr 23	4,499	5,849
Sun 9th Apr 202309 Apr 23	4,499	5,849
Sun 16th Apr 202316 Apr 23	4,499
Sun 16th Apr 202316 Apr 23	4,499
Sun 23rd Apr 202323 Apr 23	Please call for availability
Sun 30th Apr 202330 Apr 23	5,129	6,479	7,469
Sun 30th Apr 202330 Apr 23	5,129	6,479	7,469
Sun 7th May 202307 May 23	5,129
Sun 7th May 202307 May 23	5,129
Sun 14th May 202314 May 23	5,129
Sun 14th May 202314 May 23	5,129
Sun 28th May 202328 May 23			7,469
Sun 28th May 202328 May 23			7,469
Sun 4th Jun 202304 Jun 23	5,129		7,469
Sun 4th Jun 202304 Jun 23	5,129		7,469
Sun 11th Jun 202311 Jun 23	5,129	6,479	7,469
Sun 11th Jun 202311 Jun 23	5,129	6,479	7,469
Sun 18th Jun 202318 Jun 23	5,129	6,479	7,469
Sun 18th Jun 202318 Jun 23	5,129	6,479	7,469
Sun 25th Jun 202325 Jun 23	5,039		7,379
Sun 25th Jun 202325 Jun 23	5,039		7,379
Sun 2nd Jul 202302 Jul 23	4,499	5,849	6,839
Sun 2nd Jul 202302 Jul 23	4,499	5,849	6,839
Sun 9th Jul 202309 Jul 23	4,499	5,849	6,479
Sun 9th Jul 202309 Jul 23	4,499	5,849	6,479
Sun 16th Jul 202316 Jul 23	4,499	5,849	6,479
Sun 16th Jul 202316 Jul 23	4,499	5,849	6,479
Sun 23rd Jul 202323 Jul 23	3,509	4,859	5,489
Sun 23rd Jul 202323 Jul 23	3,509	4,859	5,489
Sun 30th Jul 202330 Jul 23	4,499	5,849	6,479
Sun 30th Jul 202330 Jul 23	4,499	5,849	6,479
Sun 6th Aug 202306 Aug 23	4,499	5,849	6,479
Sun 6th Aug 202306 Aug 23	4,499	5,849	6,479
Sun 13th Aug 202313 Aug 23	4,499	5,849
Sun 13th Aug 202313 Aug 23	4,499	5,849
Sun 20th Aug 202320 Aug 23	4,769	5,849	6,479
Sun 20th Aug 202320 Aug 23	4,769	5,849	6,479
Sun 27th Aug 202327 Aug 23	4,499	5,849	6,479
Sun 27th Aug 202327 Aug 23	4,499	5,849	6,479
Sun 3rd Sep 202303 Sep 23	5,129	6,479	7,109
Sun 3rd Sep 202303 Sep 23	5,129	6,479	7,109
Sun 10th Sep 202310 Sep 23	5,129	6,479	7,109
Sun 10th Sep 202310 Sep 23	5,129	6,479	7,109
Sun 17th Sep 202317 Sep 23	5,129	6,479	7,469
Sun 17th Sep 202317 Sep 23	5,129	6,479	7,469
Sun 24th Sep 202324 Sep 23	5,129	6,479	7,469
Sun 24th Sep 202324 Sep 23	5,129	6,479	7,469
Sun 1st Oct 202301 Oct 23	5,129	6,479	7,469
Sun 1st Oct 202301 Oct 23	5,129	6,479	7,469
Sun 8th Oct 202308 Oct 23	5,129	6,479	7,469
Sun 8th Oct 202308 Oct 23	5,129	6,479	7,469
Sun 15th Oct 202315 Oct 23	5,129	6,479	7,469
Sun 15th Oct 202315 Oct 23	5,129	6,479	7,469
Sun 22nd Oct 202322 Oct 23	Please call for availability
Sun 29th Oct 202329 Oct 23	4,859	6,209	7,199
Sun 29th Oct 202329 Oct 23	4,859	6,209	7,199
Sun 5th Nov 202305 Nov 23	4,859	6,209	6,839
Sun 5th Nov 202305 Nov 23	4,859	6,209	6,839
Sun 12th Nov 202312 Nov 23	4,499	5,849	6,479
Sun 12th Nov 202312 Nov 23	4,499	5,849	6,479
Sun 19th Nov 202319 Nov 23	4,499	5,849	6,479
Sun 19th Nov 202319 Nov 23	4,499	5,849	6,479