Are there any sailings available in May 2027?

We are still finalising dates for 2027 but we will have departures certainly. Please watch this space!

We would like to know the dates and cost of the spring 2027 Chartwell 4 or 5 day cruises, asap?

We don't have the 2027 availabilities and prices yet, but we can let you know as soon as we have them. We'll provably get that info next month, since the last touches for the season are being done.

May I please request information regarding the cruise dates and pricing for the Spirit of Chartwell in 2027? The inquiry is for two people interested in a 7-8 day cruise.

The dates for this cruise will be available around the end of november, we will be happy to get back to you with details, once dates are available.

any october trips 2027?

At the moment, we don't have any dates available for our 2027 trips yet. We expect to have more information and announce our 2027 schedule towards the end of this year.

Will the Spirit of Chartwell be offering Douro river cruises in April or May 2027?

We will be happy to inform the 2027 dates around middle october 2026, it is when the cruise line in Douro will provide the new dates.

we are looking for dates in may 13 2026. Is it possible??

These are the available dates for the 4-day/3-night cruises: April 3 to 6, April 17 to 20, July 3 to 6, July 10 to 13, July 24 to 27, July 31 to August 3, August 7 to 10, August 14 to 17, August 21 to 24, October 30 to November 2

My sister and I would like to bring our mother on this cruise for her 85th birthday. Her mobility is slightly reduced - she walks with a stick and can walk for about half an hour before needing a rest. Would she be able to manage the excursions? Also how steep are the stair between decks and the gangplank to the Spirit of Chartwell?

Regarding your mother's mobility, the cruise excursion includes a sightseeing component and short walks, so she should not have any issues. The Ship has steep stairs to access the sundeck, to access the cabins we have spiral stairs on this ship.

When do the 2026 departure dates get confirmed?

Unfortunately, the dates for 2026 have not yet been released. I believe we will have more news next month. Please contact us again at that time.

Interested in the Douro cruise and would like to know 2026 dates available

The dates for the Spirit of Chartwell Cruise in 2026 are not available yet. We expect to have the dates available in the next week, and if you'd like us to, we can contact you when they get online.

We have contacted you previously re the departure dates for this cruise in MAY 2026. The last reply told us the dates would be available by the end of Sept and you would let us know. We have not heard anything and note that there are no dates yet available. Please advise

For May we will not have any date available. We are waiting the final details and dates, but I can inform that the dates available will be on July, August and October.

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Douro Luxury Cruise - Spirit of Chartwell (4 Days)

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Day 1
Porto
Porto
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Included Activities
- Welcome cocktail
- Dinner on board
Landmarks
Cais de Gaia
Cais da Ribeira
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Porto to Pinhão
Porto to Pinhão
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast on board), Dinner (Dinner at local winery producing Douro wines)
Included Activities
- Breakfast on board
- Culinary Delight presentation and tasting
- Dinner at local winery
Landmarks
Cais do Pinhão
Day 3
Leverinho
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Breakfast (Breakfast on board), Dinner (Portuguese Night dinner on board)
Included Activities
- Breakfast on board
- Tour of Lamego with tasting of local products
- Presentation 'Douro - River and Region'
- Portuguese Night dinner on board
- Folklore show
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Lamego
Cais de Leverinho
Day 4
Gaia
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Landmarks
Cais da Gaia

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Portugal Travel Center Ship

MV Spirit of Chartwell
The Spirit of Chartwell defines luxury Douro River barge cruising and sets the standard for service and quality. Very recently designed and… Read more
Capacity
30
Built
1997 / Age: 27
Guests
Crew
14
Length
64 m / 210 ft
Width
11 m / 36 ft
Suites
Staterooms
Registry
Gross Tonnage
485 gt
Electricity
Beam
Cruising Speed
Generators
Engines
Draft
Cabin
15
Deck
3
Deck with Cabins
Staterooms / Suites Deck Plans Dining

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4.7

Overall rating based on 7 Reviews

Itinerary
4.0
Transport
4.8
Guide
4.8
Accommodation
4.8
Food
4.8
Tour Operator
4.8

Joan5.0•August 2026
Beautiful ship, excellent staff , really enjoyed our 3days . Food was well presented but some dishes were not as...
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Reply from: Portugal Travel Center
Dear Joan, Thank you for your feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the ship, the staff, and your three-day experience. We’re sorry to hear that some aspects of the food did not meet your expectations. We’ll be sure to share your comments and suggestions with the operator. We hope to welcome you again in the future! Kind regards, Portugal Travel Center
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Jocelyn5.0•May 2026
Delightful trip on the Douro. Great to have a happy crew who assisted queries efficiently and with a smile. Food...
Delightful trip on the Douro. Great to have a happy crew who assisted queries efficiently and with a smile. Food was great and we met some lovely fellow travellers. Entertainment on the last evening was hilarious. A Fado group, dancing initiated by the Hotel Manager, beautiful music by the resident pianist and a surprise karaoke by one of our fellow passengers. Songs we all knew meant lots of singing, smiles and memories to take away. I would sail on the Spirit of Chartwell again in a heartbeat.Show more
Traveled in April 2026
Reply from: Portugal Travel Center
Dear Jocelyn, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your time on the Douro and that the atmosphere on board made such a positive impression. It’s always our goal to have a friendly, attentive crew, so we’re glad their smiles and efficiency stood out throughout your journey. What a fantastic way to end the trip, with music, laughter, and a bit of spontaneous karaoke! It sounds like a truly memorable evening, especially with the Fado performance and the beautiful mix of live music and guest participation. We’re also delighted you enjoyed the food and the chance to connect with fellow travellers along the way. The spirit of camaraderie really does make these journeys special. It’s wonderful to hear you’d sail again on the Spirit of Chartwell in a heartbeat. The beauty of the Douro River and the warmth of experiences like these are exactly what we hope every guest takes home. Thank you once again for sharing your memories. We’d be delighted to welcome you back on board in the future! Kind regards, Portugal Travel Center team
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Eileen5.0•April 2026
Didn’t know what to expect, but we were happy with everything. Above all the great food, wine and endless...
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Traveled in March 2026
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Dear Eilenn, Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really glad to hear that the tour exceeded your expectations, especially when you weren’t quite sure what to expect at the start. It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed the food, wine, and those unforgettable landscapes. What truly means the most to us is your recognition of our team. We’re very proud of them, and your comments will certainly make their day. Thank you as well for recommending the experience, it means a great deal. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again on another journey soon! Kind regards, Portugal Travel Center team
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Duane5.0•September 2025
Ship and cabin cleanliness was exceptional, staff entertaining and professional, scenery was stunning at every turn.
Traveled in August 2025
Reply from: Portugal Travel Center
Dear Duane, we're glad you enjoyed your tour aboard the luxurious Spirit of Chartwell! We make every effort to work with the best partners and offer unforgettable experiences. Kind regards, Portugal Travel Center team
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Ansbert5.0•September 2025
We had 4 days of laid back and relaxing vacation. Very friendly staff,good food, a wonderful landscape and a clean...
We had 4 days of laid back and relaxing vacation. Very friendly staff,good food, a wonderful landscape and a clean and somewhat spacey room. For a really excellent trip make sure to - get a room far away from the engine. It will get noisy - skip the „test local specialities“-trip - ask for detailed instructions on how to find the ship in Gaia quay as even our local taxi driver had his problems. All in all: You will have a wonderful time.Show more
Traveled in August 2025
Reply from: Portugal Travel Center
Dear Ansbert, we are delighted that you enjoyed your tour of the Douro, aboard the charming Spirit of Chartwell. It was a great pleasure to help you plan this trip, and we hope to welcome you back again soon! Kind regards, Portugal Travel Center team
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Cristiano5.0•July 2025
I just returned from a 4-day trip aboard the Spirit of Chartwell, and it exceeded all my expectations. The ship is...
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Dear Cristiano, thank you for booking with us! We are so happy that you enjoyed your tour aboard the Spirit of Chartwell. It was a pleasure to organize this tour for you. Warm regards, Portugal Travel Center team
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Chris3.0•July 2025
Overall we had an enjoyable experience. Very good accommodation and food and beverages first class. Negatives which...
Overall we had an enjoyable experience. Very good accommodation and food and beverages first class. Negatives which there were a few. The brochure and itinerary indicated check in was from 4pm and we would set sail at 6pm. When we arrived we were informed check in was fact 6pm and we would set sail the following morning. We were woken at 05.30am by the sound of the engines. The barge encountered an engine problem and had to stop at Regua and we transferred to a small local ferry and we had to encounter over 2 hours of a very uncomfortable journey sitting on upright plastic chairs plus the toilet facilities were disgraceful and a very limited stock of refreshments Whilst we appreciate problems do occur when you are paying for a premium experience you expect a premium contingency not a ferry. The brochure / itinerary indicated “Important the trip does not accept children” yet our trip had 2 children. We love children but…..words and figures do not match. Barge staff first class.Show more
Traveled in July 2025
Reply from: Portugal Travel Center
Dear Chris, We just received your review about your journey on board the Spirit of Chartwell. Thank you very much for your feedback and for recognising the quality of our accommodation, food, beverages, and crew — we’re delighted you enjoyed those aspects of your experience. We do apologize for the unforeseen engine problem that led to the alternative transport arrangement. We fully understand that the ferry transfer was not up to the standard you rightly expected. We are also concerned to hear that children were present on board despite our policy clearly stating that the trip is not suitable for children. We hope we have the opportunity to compensate you in the near future, and please never hesitate to bring any detail to our attention during the trip, since we always do our best to resolve any issue on the spot or shortly thereafter to improve the guest experience Once again, thank you for your comments — they help us improve — and we hope to have the chance to welcome you again under better circumstances. Portugal Travel Center Team
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Roger
Asked on September 22nd, 2026
Are there any sailings available in May 2027?
Price / Availability
- Portugal Travel CenterOperator•Written September 2026
  We are still finalising dates for 2027 but we will have departures certainly. Please watch this space!
S
Sherry
Asked on September 13th, 2026
We would like to know the dates and cost of the spring 2027 Chartwell 4 or 5 day cruises, asap?
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- Portugal Travel CenterOperator•Written September 2026
  We don't have the 2027 availabilities and prices yet, but we can let you know as soon as we have them. We'll provably get that info next month, since the last touches for the season are being done.
R
Ronald
Asked on September 6th, 2026
May I please request information regarding the cruise dates and pricing for the Spirit of Chartwell in 2027? The inquiry is for two people interested in a 7-8 day cruise.
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- Portugal Travel CenterOperator•Written September 2026
  The dates for this cruise will be available around the end of november, we will be happy to get back to you with details, once dates are available.
L
Liam
Asked on August 3rd, 2026
any october trips 2027?
Price / Availability
- Portugal Travel CenterOperator•Written August 2026
  At the moment, we don't have any dates available for our 2027 trips yet. We expect to have more information and announce our 2027 schedule towards the end of this year.
L
Lauren
Asked on April 30th, 2026
Will the Spirit of Chartwell be offering Douro river cruises in April or May 2027?
Price / Availability
- Portugal Travel CenterOperator•Written May 2026
  We will be happy to inform the 2027 dates around middle october 2026, it is when the cruise line in Douro will provide the new dates.
A
Anita
Asked on December 29th, 2025
we are looking for dates in may 13 2026. Is it possible??
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- Portugal Travel CenterOperator•Written December 2025
  These are the available dates for the 4-day/3-night cruises: April 3 to 6, April 17 to 20, July 3 to 6, July 10 to 13, July 24 to 27, July 31 to August 3, August 7 to 10, August 14 to 17, August 21 to 24, October 30 to November 2
J
Justin
Asked on November 2nd, 2025
My sister and I would like to bring our mother on this cruise for her 85th birthday. Her mobility is slightly reduced - she walks with a stick and can walk for about half an hour before needing a rest. Would she be able to manage the excursions? Also how steep are the stair between decks and the gangplank to the Spirit of Chartwell?
Tour Details
Travel Support
- Portugal Travel CenterOperator•Written November 2025
  Regarding your mother's mobility, the cruise excursion includes a sightseeing component and short walks, so she should not have any issues. The Ship has steep stairs to access the sundeck, to access the cabins we have spiral stairs on this ship.
S
Sophia
Asked on October 25th, 2025
When do the 2026 departure dates get confirmed?
Tour Details
- Portugal Travel CenterOperator•Written October 2025
  Unfortunately, the dates for 2026 have not yet been released. I believe we will have more news next month. Please contact us again at that time.
D
Debbie
Asked on October 18th, 2025
Interested in the Douro cruise and would like to know 2026 dates available
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- Portugal Travel CenterOperator•Written October 2025
  The dates for the Spirit of Chartwell Cruise in 2026 are not available yet. We expect to have the dates available in the next week, and if you'd like us to, we can contact you when they get online.
- Portugal Travel CenterOperator•Written October 2025
  Dates for 2026 are now available
S
Stephen
Asked on October 6th, 2025
We have contacted you previously re the departure dates for this cruise in MAY 2026. The last reply told us the dates would be available by the end of Sept and you would let us know. We have not heard anything and note that there are no dates yet available. Please advise
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- Portugal Travel CenterOperator•Written October 2025
  For May we will not have any date available. We are waiting the final details and dates, but I can inform that the dates available will be on July, August and October.

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