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?

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.

Do you waive single supplement on certain European river cruises?

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?

From

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Douro Delights Madrid → Porto (2026)

9 days

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From Madrid to Porto

4.1

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Operator: APT
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

Day 1
Madrid
Accommodation
Hotel (VP Plaza España Design (or similar))
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
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
Day 4
Régua
Accommodation
Hotel (MS Estrela)
Included Activities
- Visit Pinhão Railway Station
- Visit local quinta
Landmarks
Pinhão Railway Station
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
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
Day 7
Porto
Meals
Dinner (Cocktail reception and traditional fado performance dinner at Palácio da Bolsa)
Accommodation
Hotel (MS Estrela)
Included Activities
- Explore Porto's 16th-century Old Town
- Cable car ride
- Guided tour of Palácio da Bolsa
- Cocktail reception
- Traditional fado performance in the Arabian Hall
Landmarks
Palácio da Bolsa
Day 8
Porto
Accommodation
Hotel (MS Estrela)
Included Activities
- Choice of Cooking Demonstration at traditional restaurant OR Port Tasting at Taylor's Port with guided cellar tour
- Illuminations cruise around Porto
Landmarks
Taylor's Port
Vila Nova de Gaia
Day 9
Porto
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
University of Salamanca
House of Shells

Landmarks
Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo Castle Ruins

Landmarks
Pinhão Railway Station

Landmarks
Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies
Palácio de Mateus
Quinta da Pacheca

Landmarks
Guimarães Historic Centre
Quinta da Aveleda

Landmarks
Palácio da Bolsa

Landmarks
Taylor's Port
Vila Nova de Gaia

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Meals
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Transport

What's Not Included

Flights
Insurance
Optional
Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

VP Plaza España Design (or similar)
Hotel
day 1
MS Estrela
Hotel
Days 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Operated by

APT

4.1

(26 reviews)

Number of tours

199

Age Range

8 to 99 years old

Response time

within 3 days

Response rate

67%

A family-owned company since its conception in the 1920s. APT had its...

Cancellation Policy

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Travel Insurance

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4.1

Dr
October 29th, 2025
5.0
We travelled AMSTERDAM to BUDAPEST from 10th October starting out on APT OSTARA. Low water levels in the...
We travelled AMSTERDAM to BUDAPEST from 10th October starting out on APT OSTARA. Low water levels in the RHINE-MAIN-DANUBE CANAL meant we had to disembark from Nuremberg, then travel 250km by bus to Vishofen on the upper reaches of the Danube. Bonus for a former Geography professor. Joined APT SOLARA for journey to BUDAPEST. Fabulous experience, friendly staff, great food, well organised tours with knowledgeable local guides. Ready for next tour in 2027 ! Dr R on Gold Coast, QLDShow more
Lenore
July 20th, 2023
5.0
The tour was an absolute delight. Everything from the food to the tours to the company, we loved it. The staff were...
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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.
- A
  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?
Single supplement
- 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?
- K
  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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Tour ID: 294401

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Portugal and Spain
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Vaccines
- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Portugal.Spain. Ideally 2 months before travel.
Visa
- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
Payment information
- For any tour departing before August 14th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after August 14th, 2026, a minimum payment of $750 is required to confirm your booking with APT. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 120 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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Douro Delights Madrid → Porto (2026)

Itinerary

Madrid

Salamanca - Vega de Terron

Included Activities

Pinhão

Included Activities

Régua

Included Activities

Régua

Included Activities

Entre-os-Rios

Included Activities

Porto

Included Activities

Porto

Included Activities

Porto

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What's Included

What's Not Included

Where You'll Stay