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Secrets of the Douro & Lisbon

11 days
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From Porto to Lisbon
4.8
3 traveler reviews
  • Bridge over a river with a historic church and buildings on a hill.
  • Historic hilltop castle with green surroundings.
  • Square with classical buildings and a statue.
  • Gothic church with intricate stone detailing.
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  • It was a great trip with beautiful views, good excursions and excellent meals. The locks in the river were especially impressive.

    Secrets of the Douro & Lisbon reviewer 1
    Dirk, traveled in July
    5.0
  • Baroque church with a grand staircase and statues.
  • Baroque church with grand steps and sculptures.
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Emerald Cruises
River Cruise
Scenic waterways and effortless exploration
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 30 - 182
Ages 12+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Porto

    Included Activities

    • Dinner on board
  2. Day 2

    Douro Valley

    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome dinner and cocktail reception)

    Included Activities

    • Full day sailing through Douro Valley
    • Welcome dinner and cocktail reception
    • Portuguese cooking demonstration on board
    Landmarks
    Douro Valley
  3. Day 3

    Douro Valley

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Quinta do Tedo with wine tasting
    • Guided active walk through the vineyards
    • Kayak experience in Pinhão
    Landmarks
    Quinta do Tedo
  4. Day 4

    Salamanca

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Salamanca
    • Tuna music band performance
    Landmarks
    Plaza Mayor
    Casa de las Conchas
    University of Salamanca
  5. Day 5

    Régua

    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch on board)

    Included Activities

    • Tour to Castelo Rodrigo
    • Port wine cocktail lesson on board

    Optional Activities

    • Archaeological tour by 4x4 at the Côa Valley Museum (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Castelo Rodrigo
  6. Day 6

    Lamego

    Meals
    Lunch (Rural lunch at Quinta da Pacheca)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Lamego
    • Visit to Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies
    • Rural lunch at Quinta da Pacheca
    • Mosaic tile painting lesson on board
    • Walk down the steps of the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies

    Optional Activities

    • Visit to Mateus Manor House (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Shrine of Our Lady of Remedies
    Quinta da Pacheca
  7. Day 7

    Porto

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Porto
    • Cruise through Porto
    • Guided active walk in Porto

    Optional Activities

    • Visit to Quinta da Aveleda (extra expense)
    • Guided bike tour to the Atlantic (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Castelo da Foz
    Castelo do Queijo
  8. Day 8

    Porto to Lisbon

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Nazaré
    • Visit to Óbidos
    Landmarks
    Nazaré
    Óbidos
  9. Day 9

    Lisbon

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Lisbon
    • Visit to Jerónimos Monastery
    Landmarks
    Jerónimos Monastery
  10. Day 10

    Lisbon

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Excursion to Sintra (extra expense)
  11. Day 11

    Departure

    Meals
    Breakfast
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Emerald Cruises

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657

Age Range

12 to 90 years old

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within 2 days

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4.8
Overall rating based on 3 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    5.0
  • Transport
    4.3
  • Guide
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    5.0
  • Food
    4.7
  • Tour Operator
    4.1

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    July 7th, 2022
    5
    It was a great trip with beautiful views , good excursions and excellent meals . The locks in the river were...
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    Traveled in June 2022
  • J
    September 27th, 2019
    5
    The perfect balance of activity and relaxation!
    Traveled in June 2019
  • S
    June 22nd, 2019
    4.5
    Traveling with the Brits and Aussies was fun and there were not too many other Americans on the trip. The food was...
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    Traveled in May 2019

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    24 Apr, 2027
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    4 May, 2027
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  • -47%
    From Saturday
    8 May, 2027
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    18 May, 2027
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  • -47%
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    22 May, 2027
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    1 Jun, 2027
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    From:
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