Douro Luxury Cruise - Spirit of Chartwell (4 Days)

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  Jocelyn

  May 5th, 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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  Eileen

  April 12th, 2026
  Didn’t know what to expect, but we were happy with everything. Above all the great food, wine and endless...
  Didn’t know what to expect, but we were happy with everything. Above all the great food, wine and endless astonishing scenery, it was the staff that made it special. Book this experience, you will not be disappointed.Show more
  Traveled in March 2026
  

  Reply from: Portugal Travel Center

  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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  Duane

  September 13th, 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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  Ansbert

  September 5th, 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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  Cristiano

  July 16th, 2025
  I just returned from a 4-day trip aboard the Spirit of Chartwell, and it exceeded all my expectations. The ship is...
  I just returned from a 4-day trip aboard the Spirit of Chartwell, and it exceeded all my expectations. The ship is beautiful and elegant, the staff is warm and attentive, and the scenery along the Douro River is simply stunning. If you're thinking about visiting Portugal, this cruise is an amazing way to explore the region in style and comfort. Highly recommended!Show more
  Traveled in July 2025
  

  Reply from: Portugal Travel Center

  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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  Chris

  July 12th, 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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  Prodip

  June 17th, 2025
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  Traveled in June 2025