Portugal's River of Gold

9 nights from £3,645pp commencing Saturday 7th May 2022

Itinerary

Map

					Arrive	Depart
	7th07	MayMay	202222	2 nights accommodation before your cruise
	9th09	MayMay	202222	Porto, Portugal, embark on the Viking Hemming
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	MayMay	202222	Régua, Portugal
	10th10	MayMay	202222	Pinhão, Portugal
	11th11	MayMay	202222	Cruising
	11th11	MayMay	202222	Barca d’Alva, Portugal
	12th12	MayMay	202222	Salamanca, Spain
	13th13	MayMay	202222	Pinhão, Portugal
	13th13	MayMay	202222	Régua, Portugal
	14th14	MayMay	202222	Régua, Portugal
	14th14	MayMay	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.
	15th15	MayMay	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.
	16th16	MayMay	202222	Porto, Portugal, disembark the Viking Hemming
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.

Viking Hemming

Launch Year

2014

Tonnage

3,500

Capacity

104

Cabins

Accessible

Sun Deck

Upper Deck

Middle Deck

Main Deck

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Veranda Stateroom (A) & (B)

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
B	Veranda Stateroom	£4,595	£4,595
A	Veranda Stateroom	£4,795	£4,795

Stateroom size: 185 sq ft
River-view stateroom with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to a full-size veranda
Hotel-style bed 79 in x 63 in (with optional twin-bed configuration); luxury linens & pillows
Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
40" flat-screen TV with infotainment system featuring Movies On Demand, plus CNBC, CNN, National Geographic & more
110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
Telephone, safe, refrigerator, hair dryer & individual climate control
Private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower
Premium Freyja® toiletries; plush robes & slippers available upon request
Bottled water replenished daily
Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
Space under bed for storing suitcases
Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers

Veranda Suite (AA & AB)

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
AB	Veranda Suite	£5,495	£5,495
AA	Veranda Suite	£5,795	£5,795

River-view suite with full-size veranda off the spacious, separate sitting room & floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door, known as a French balcony, in the sleeping quarters
Hotel-style bed 79 in x 63 in (with optional twin-bed configuration); luxury linens & pillows
Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
Two 40" flat-screen TVs with infotainment system featuring Movies On Demand, plus CNBC, CNN, National Geographic & more
110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
Telephone, safe, refrigerator, hair dryer & individual climate control
Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower
Premium Freyja® toiletries; plush robes & slippers
Bottled water replenished daily
Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
Space under bed for storing suitcases
Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
Early check-in (no later than 12 PM)
Complimentary Viking Air Plus, laundry & shoe shine services
Welcome champagne; mini-bar with wine, beer & soft drinks (replenished daily); daily fruit plate
Binoculars

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The Restaurant

Located on the Middle Deck, the Restaurant is where all meals are served during the cruise. Gaze at the breathtaking scenery through the restaurant’s panoramic windows as you dine on regional specialties and contemporary cuisine. Enjoy open seating and share the day’s discoveries with your favourite guests or discover someone new each day. The atmosphere is casual yet elegant, with high-quality table linens, china, cutlery and glassware at every meal.

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The Lounge

With floor-to-ceiling glass windows and large, comfortable chairs, the Observation Lounge is the heart of the ship - a gathering place for guests to view the scenery, have a drink, take in lectures and lore, and enjoy local music.

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Holiday Summary

	Return flights including luggage allowance
	Overseas Transfers
	2 nights in a hotel before your cruise
	7 nights cruising on the Douro
	Deluxe ensuite accommodation with river view
	Beer, wine and soft drinks at lunch & dinner
	Alternative restaurant with lighter meals
	One complimentary shore excursion in every port
	Free Wi-Fi included
	Complimentary tea and coffee
	Port Taxes and Fees
	ABTA and ATOL Protection*

Oceanview staterooms from		£3,645pp
E	Standard	£3,695pp
F	Standard	£3,645pp

Balcony staterooms from		£3,995pp
A	Veranda Stateroom	£4,795pp
B	Veranda Stateroom	£4,595pp
C	French Balcony
D	French Balcony	£3,995pp

Suite staterooms from		£5,495pp
AA	Veranda Suite
AB	Veranda Suite	£5,495pp

Oceanview staterooms from		£3,645pp
E	Standard	£3,695pp
F	Standard	£3,645pp

Balcony staterooms from		£3,995pp
A	Veranda Stateroom	£4,795pp
B	Veranda Stateroom	£4,595pp
C	French Balcony
D	French Balcony	£3,995pp

Suite staterooms from		£5,495pp
AA	Veranda Suite
AB	Veranda Suite	£5,495pp

Oceanview staterooms from		£3,645pp
E	Standard	£3,695pp
F	Standard	£3,645pp

Balcony staterooms from		£3,995pp
A	Veranda Stateroom	£4,795pp
B	Veranda Stateroom	£4,595pp
C	French Balcony
D	French Balcony	£3,995pp

Suite staterooms from		£5,495pp
AA	Veranda Suite
AB	Veranda Suite	£5,495pp

Oceanview staterooms from		£3,645pp
E	Standard	£3,695pp
F	Standard	£3,645pp

Balcony staterooms from		£3,995pp
A	Veranda Stateroom	£4,795pp
B	Veranda Stateroom	£4,595pp
C	French Balcony
D	French Balcony	£3,995pp

Suite staterooms from		£5,495pp
AA	Veranda Suite
AB	Veranda Suite	£5,495pp

Oceanview staterooms from		£3,645pp
E	Standard	£3,695pp
F	Standard	£3,645pp

Balcony staterooms from		£3,995pp
A	Veranda Stateroom	£4,795pp
B	Veranda Stateroom	£4,595pp
C	French Balcony
D	French Balcony	£3,995pp

Suite staterooms from		£5,495pp
AA	Veranda Suite
AB	Veranda Suite	£5,495pp