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Vida Portugal: Vineyards & Villages Along the Douro with 3 Nights in Lisbon 2026

11 days
From Lisbon to Porto
4.6 (234 reviews)

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River Cruise
Cruise scenic waterways for effortless exploration
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 - 160
Ages 8+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Lisbon

    Lisbon
  2. Day 2

    Lisbon

    Lisbon
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Lisbon exploring Belem Tower and Monument to the Discoveries

    Optional Activities

    • Optional gastronomic walking tour to learn about authentic Portuguese flavors and traditions
    • Optional traditional Portuguese dinner with live Fado music concert
    Landmarks
    Belem Tower
    Monument to the Discoveries
  3. Day 3

    Lisbon - Sintra - Cabo da Roca

    Lisbon - Sintra - Cabo da Roca
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided excursion to Sintra with visit to National Palace (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
    • Visit to Cabo da Roca
    Landmarks
    National Palace
    Cabo da Roca
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  4. Day 4

    Lisbon - Coimbra - Porto

    Lisbon - Coimbra - Porto
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided city sightseeing tour of Coimbra exploring the historical area and oldest Portuguese university
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2
  5. Day 5

    Porto - Braga - Guimarães

    Porto - Braga - Guimarães
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided sightseeing tour of Porto (UNESCO World Heritage Site) with visit to Matosinhos and Avenida da Boavista
    • Full-day guided tour of Braga and Guimarães including castle and San Miguel church (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
    • Onboard visit with local musicians featuring Fado music
    Landmarks
    Guimarães Castle
    San Miguel Church
  6. Day 6

    Peso da Régua - Lamego - Pinhão

    Peso da Régua - Lamego - Pinhão
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Lamego town including Lamego Cathedral with tasting of bola de Lamego and sparkling wine
    • Short sailing to Pinhão

    Optional Activities

    • Personal tour of historic Douro Valley farm with owner including wine tasting
    • Wine painting class with resident artist
    • Optional excursion to learn about Douro Valley olive oil at traditional olive-oil mill
    Landmarks
    Lamego Cathedral
  7. Day 7

    Pocinho

    Pocinho
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Workshop on painting azulejos (traditional Portuguese tiles)
    • Guided kayak adventure on Douro River
    • Visit to historic vineyard estate with red, white, and port wine tasting
    • Onboard workshop on Portuguese language and culture
    • Onboard Flamenco show with local artists
  8. Day 8

    Barca d'Alva - Freixo de Espada à Cinta - Castelo Rodrigo - Salamanca

    Barca d'Alva - Freixo de Espada à Cinta - Castelo Rodrigo - Salamanca
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Freixo de Espada à Cinta village in Douro International Natural Park
    • Guided tour of Castelo Rodrigo with medieval streets
    • Full-day guided excursion to Salamanca
    Landmarks
    Castelo Rodrigo
    Salamanca
  9. Day 9

    Ferradosa - Leverinho

    Ferradosa - Leverinho
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Onboard pastry demonstration
    • Visit to wine-producing property with Vinho Verde wine tasting
    • Guided visit to Casa de Mateus with wine tasting
    • Onboard live entertainment
    Landmarks
    Casa de Mateus
  10. Day 10

    Porto

    Porto
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided bike tour of Douro River wharfs and Vila Nova de Gaia coastal areas
    • Guided visit to Port wine cellar with cellar tour and wine tasting
    • Guided sightseeing tour of Porto (UNESCO World Heritage Site) including Matosinhos and Avenida da Boavista

    Optional Activities

    • Optional guided excursion to family-owned Portuguese cork and barrel production factory
    • Optional culinary tour experience
    • Self-guided exploration of Porto's cobblestone lanes, shops, and tapas bars
    Landmarks
    Vila Nova de Gaia
  11. Day 11

    Porto

    Porto
    Meals
    Breakfast

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Avalon Waterways

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Rating
4.6 (234 reviews)
Response time
within 1 day
Response rate
77%
Cancellation policy

Avalon Waterways Ship

  • Avalon Alegria
    Explore Portugal's dazzling Douro River on Avalon's newest addition to our award-winning fleet of Suite Ships®. The Avalon AlegriaSM deligh… Read more
    Capacity
    Built
    2024
    Guests
    102
    Crew
    Length
    262 ft
    Width
    Suites
    37
    Staterooms
    14
    Registry
    Gross Tonnage
    Electricity
    Beam
    Cruising Speed
    Generators
    Engines
    Draft
    Cabin
    Deck
    Deck with Cabins

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    Asked on January 29th, 2026

    I did not see any info on hotels that we would be staying at the 1st 3 nights in Lisbon. Is the hotel accommodations included in the cost of the trip and where would we be staying?

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    • Avalon WaterwaysOperatorWritten January 2026

      You will be staying at the Tivoli Avenida Liberdade Lisboa(Lisbon) or similar 4*. The price is included in the cost.

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