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Douro Delights Madrid → Porto (2026)

9 days
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From Madrid to Porto
4.1
26 traveler reviews
  • Porto with colorful riverside buildings and bridge.
  • Boats on river next to a picturesque city with bridge.
  • Cityscape view of Porto, Portugal, along the river.
  • Picturesque town by a river with hills in Peso da Regua, Portugal.
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  • Bridge and cathedral view in Salamanca, Spain.
  • Terraced vineyards overlooking a river in Peso da Regua, Portugal.
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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 1 - 200
Ages 8+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Madrid

    Accommodation
    Hotel (VP Plaza España Design (or similar))
  2. Day 2

    Salamanca - Vega de Terron

    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome dinner)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (MS Estrela)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Salamanca including University of Salamanca and House of Shells
    • Board MS Estrela river ship
    Landmarks
    University of Salamanca
    House of Shells
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  3. Day 3

    Pinhão

    Accommodation
    Hotel (MS Estrela)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo
    • Visit castle ruins
    Landmarks
    Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo Castle Ruins
  4. Day 4

    Régua

    Accommodation
    Hotel (MS Estrela)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Pinhão Railway Station
    • Visit local quinta
    Landmarks
    Pinhão Railway Station
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  5. Day 5

    Régua

    Meals
    Lunch (Traditional lunch and tasting at Quinta da Pacheca with views over the Douro River and Régua)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (MS Estrela)

    Included Activities

    • Choice of Tour Lamego (guided tour including Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies and Bola de Lamego pastry tasting) OR Visit Palácio de Mateus
    • Lunch at Quinta da Pacheca with wine tasting
    Landmarks
    Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies
    Palácio de Mateus
    Quinta da Pacheca
  6. Day 6

    Entre-os-Rios

    Meals
    Lunch (Wine and cheese sampling at Quinta da Aveleda (for those choosing winery option))
    Accommodation
    Hotel (MS Estrela)

    Included Activities

    • Choice of Tour Guimarães (guided tour of medieval architecture and attractions) OR Winery Tour and Tasting at Quinta da Aveleda including wine and cheese sampling
    Landmarks
    Guimarães Historic Centre
    Quinta da Aveleda
  7. Day 7

    Porto

    Accommodation
    Hotel (MS Estrela)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Palácio da Bolsa
    • Cocktail reception and traditional fado performance in the Arabian Hall

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Porto's 16th-century Old Town
    Landmarks
    Palácio da Bolsa
    Porto Old Town
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  8. Day 8

    Porto

    Accommodation
    Hotel (MS Estrela)

    Included Activities

    • Choice of Portuguese Tart Cooking Class with pastéis de nata preparation and tasting with Portuguese port
    • Choice of Port Tasting and Cable Car experience including scenic cable car ride and guided tour of Taylor's Port cellar with tasting

    Optional Activities

    • Afternoon leisure exploration of Porto
    Landmarks
    Taylor's Port
    Vila Nova de Gaia
  9. Day 9

    Porto

    Meals
    Breakfast

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What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
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Where You'll Stay

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  • VP Plaza España Design (or similar)

    Hotel
    day 1

  • MS Estrela

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    Days 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

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    20 May, 2026
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    28 May, 2026
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    Allan

    Asked on October 14th, 2025

    I am interested in this cruise in Sep. 2026. However, on the website it says not available in my region. I live in Germany and am wondering why it is not available for me to book?

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    • APTOperator•Written October 2025

      Due to our contract with the cruise operator, there are certain restrictions for travelers from specific locations on some cruises. We have two amazing options we think you'll love: The Douro River Valley Cruise and the Secrets of the Douro Cruise, both 8-day cruises starting and ending in Porto.

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      Allan

      Traveler•Written October 2025

      We are not interested in those itineraries. Wanted to do one-way Madrid to Porto or reverse.

    • APTOperator•Written October 2025

      We suggest three alternative cruises: Madrid & Secrets of the Douro (11 days, Madrid to Porto), Delightful Douro with Madrid (11 days, Porto to Madrid), and Secrets of the Douro & Madrid (Porto to Madrid), available in different dates in 2026.

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    Katie

    Asked on October 3rd, 2025

    Do you waive single supplement on certain European river cruises?

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    • APTOperator•Written October 2025

      We can definitely take a look for you. Could you kindly let me know your preferred month of travel and your budget so that we can narrow down your options?

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      Katie

      Traveler•Written October 2025

      I'd prefer September or October 2026. Depending on inclusions - I would expect to spend $6,000 (with additional costs) to $10,000 (for all inclusive).

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