France and Portugal Grand Journey

Itinerary

1. Day 1

   Paris

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   Landmarks
   Eiffel Tower
   Seine River
   Champs-Élysées

   

2. Day 2

   Paris

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   Meals

   Breakfast

   Included Activities

   • Breakfast included

   Optional Activities

   • Guided tour of Paris - coach tour through the City of Light visiting Seine River, Palais Garnier, the Louvre, and Les Invalides
   • Secrets of Montmartre - walking tour of winding cobblestone streets, Montmartre vineyard (Clos Montmartre), or Montmartre Museum if vineyard unavailable

   Landmarks
   Palais Garnier
   The Louvre
   Les Invalides
   Montmartre
   Clos Montmartre Vineyard
   Montmartre Museum

3. Day 3

   Paris

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   Included Activities

   • Seine River cruise included

   Landmarks
   Seine River

4. Day 4

   Les Andelys

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   Included Activities

   • Seine River cruise to Les Andelys included
   • Arrival after lunch

   Optional Activities

   • Hike to Château Gaillard with 'Richard the Lionheart' - Medieval-themed walking tour uncovering historical secrets and castle ruins
   • Tour of Les Andelys with Château Gaillard - guided town exploration with visit to the castle overlooking the city
   • Cider farm visit - see Normandy cider production and taste this effervescent drink
   • Château d'Acquigny Gardens and Louviers - visit romantic gardens with rivers, waterfalls, trees, orangery and botanical collections, then explore charming Louviers Norman town and Gothic Church of Notre-Dame

   Landmarks
   Château Gaillard
   Les Andelys
   Château d'Acquigny
   Church of Notre-Dame, Louviers

5. Day 5

   Rouen

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   Included Activities

   • Cruise to Rouen included
   • Evening expert lecture - WWI 'Day in the Life of a Tommy' included

   Optional Activities

   • Rouen city tour - guided walking tour of cathedral district, old marketplace, and Saint-Maclou Quarter, learning about Joan of Arc and visiting the site of her death in 1431, plus free time
   • Guided tour of Rouen with Rollo the Viking - authentically dressed guide tours Medieval Rouen covering Viking history and the city's Viking past, plus free time
   • Photography discovery - learn digital portrait techniques from a local photographer using Rouen as your landscape

   Landmarks
   Rouen Cathedral
   Joan of Arc Memorial
   Saint-Maclou Quarter

6. Day 6

   Rouen

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   Optional Activities

   • Claude Monet and the Colors of Rouen - guided tour visiting Rouen Cathedral and other landmarks that inspired Monet's paintings, plus tour of Musée des Beaux-Arts with Monet's cathedral studies
   • Excursion to the Somme Battlefields including Newfoundland Memorial Park - full day visit to WWI Battle of the Somme sites including Australian National Memorial (Sir John Monash Centre), Franco-Australian Museum, Lochnagar Crater, and Newfoundland Memorial Park with visible shell holes and trenches
   • Excursion to the Somme Battlefields Including Thiepval - full day following same itinerary as above with Somme sites, Australian National Memorial, Franco-Australian Museum, Caterpillar Valley Cemetery with 5,500 Commonwealth graves, Thiepval Memorial to the Missing, and Lochnagar Crater

   Landmarks
   Rouen Cathedral
   Musée des Beaux-Arts
   Sir John Monash Centre
   Franco-Australian Museum
   Lochnagar Crater
   Newfoundland Memorial Park
   Caterpillar Valley Cemetery
   Thiepval Memorial to the Missing

7. Day 7

   Rouen to Honfleur

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   Included Activities

   • Cruise to Honfleur included
   • Guided walking tour of Honfleur including Inner Harbour, Church of Sainte-Catherine, and Garden of Personalities included
   • Evening lecture on Operation Fortitude and D-Day campaign included

   Landmarks
   Honfleur Inner Harbour
   Church of Sainte-Catherine
   Garden of Personalities

8. Day 8

   Honfleur

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   Optional Activities

   • Excursion to Normandy Beaches including Omaha Beach (US history focused) - visit Utah Beach memorial, Sainte-Mère-Église where 30 US Paratroopers landed, Normandy American Cemetery and Visitor Centre, Omaha Beach Memorial
   • Excursion to Normandy Beaches including British Normandy Memorial (UK history focused) - visit Bayeux War Cemetery, Museum of the Battle of Normandy, Landing Museum at Arromanches with artificial harbour, British Normandy Memorial, Pegasus Bridge & Museum, and Ranville War Cemetery (Merville Battery Site and Museum replaces Pegasus Bridge from September onwards)
   • Excursion to Normandy Beaches including Juno Beach Centre (Canadian history focused) - visit Abbey d'Ardenne memorial to Canadian POWs, Juno Beach Centre memorial to 20,000 Canadian troops, Bény-sur-Mer Canadian Cemetery with 335 Canadian graves, Pegasus Bridge & Museum (Merville Battery Site and Museum replaces Pegasus Bridge from September onwards)
   • Bayeux tour - guided walking tour of Bayeux including Notre Dame Cathedral of Bayeux built 11th-14th centuries (Norman Romanesque and Gothic architecture masterpiece), plus free exploration time

   Landmarks
   Utah Beach
   Sainte-Mère-Église
   Normandy American Cemetery
   Omaha Beach
   Bayeux
   Bayeux War Cemetery
   Museum of the Battle of Normandy
   Landing Museum, Arromanches
   British Normandy Memorial
   Pegasus Bridge & Museum
   Merville Battery Site and Museum
   Ranville War Cemetery
   Juno Beach Centre
   Abbey d'Ardenne
   Bény-sur-Mer Canadian Cemetery
   Notre Dame Cathedral of Bayeux

9. Day 9

   Honfleur to Caudebec-en-Caux

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   Included Activities

   • Cruise to Caudebec-en-Caux included

   Optional Activities

   • Cycle to Villequier with Victor Hugo Museum - active e-bike tour along River Seine on flat eight-kilometre route visiting museum dedicated to famous French poet, playwright and novelist (Victor Hugo Museum closed Sundays, replaced with Seine Museum)
   • Fécamp and Bénédictine Palace - coach transfer to historic seaside town surrounded by tall cliffs, guided tour of 19th-century Bénédictine Palace famous for producing Bénédictine liquor with 27 plants and spices, tasting included
   • Tales of the French Resistance - walking tour learning stories of French Resistance who fought Nazi Occupation of France during WWII, hearing local stories of heroism and daring missions
   • Normandy Abbey Road - guided tour exploring Normandy's abbey history on the banks of the River Seine, discovering grand abbeys from the Middle Ages

   Landmarks
   Villequier
   Victor Hugo Museum
   Seine Museum
   Fécamp
   Bénédictine Palace

10. Day 10

    Vernon to La Roche-Guyon

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    Included Activities

    • Cruise to La Roche-Guyon included
    • Scenic Enrich - exclusive evening experience at Château de La Roche-Guyon with classical concert by French composers included

    Optional Activities

    • Monet's House and Garden - tour Giverny visiting Monet's home and Japanese-inspired water garden with lilies that inspired his famous works, plus free exploration time
    • Self-guided cycle from Vernon to Giverny - self-guided e-bike tour approximately five kilometres each way to Giverny, with option to visit Monet's House and Garden or explore the town
    • On board painting class - create your own masterpiece inspired by the Monet gardens

    Landmarks
    Monet's House and Garden
    Giverny
    Château de La Roche-Guyon

11. Day 11

    Conflans to Paris

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    Included Activities

    • Cruise from Conflans to Paris included

    Optional Activities

    • Visit to Auvers-Sur-Oise - travel to village where Vincent Van Gogh painted final masterpieces, see landmarks immortalised in his works including Notre Dame de l'Assomption church, enter Van Gogh's room (attic rented during final months, empty since 1890), plus free exploration time
    • Château de Chantilly - guided tour of magnificent castle built by Henri d'Orl'ans (son of last King of France), explore fine art collections and gardens, plus free time (closed Tuesdays, replaced with Versailles Palace and Garden)
    • Musée de la Batellerie (Inland Water Transport Museum) - active tour in Conflans-Sainte-Honorine exploring Conflans' role as 'barge capital of the world' and importance of water transport to residents
    • Château de Malmaison - tour historic estate, residence of Napoleon Bonaparte and first wife Josephine de Beauharnais, featuring elegant neoclassical architecture, beautifully landscaped gardens, museum with furniture, artwork and personal items from Napoleonic era

    Landmarks
    Auvers-Sur-Oise
    Notre Dame de l'Assomption, Auvers
    Château de Chantilly
    Versailles Palace
    Château de Malmaison

12. Day 12

    Paris

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    Optional Activities

    • Trendy Marais with a local Parisian - guided walking tour of Marais district with Parisian guide covering diverse cultures, history, opulent architecture, arts scene and fashion
    • Highlights of Paris city tour - coach tour with local guide seeing Eiffel Tower, Champs Élysées, Arc de Triomphe, Concorde Square, and 1163-built Gothic Notre Dame Cathedral (recently reopened after devastating 2019 fire)
    • Opera Garnier - tour spectacular opera house in theatrical heart of Paris with ornately decorated rooms, grand staircases, and glistening chandeliers, commissioned by Emperor Napoleon III (replaced with Ateliers du Lumieres when unavailable)
    • Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte - coach to château one hour from Paris, credited as founding French formal garden and inspiration for Versailles, featuring symmetrical layout and stunning gardens in theatrical setting

    Landmarks
    Eiffel Tower
    Marais District
    Opera Garnier
    Notre Dame Cathedral
    Arc de Triomphe
    Concorde Square
    Champs-Élysées
    Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte
    Ateliers du Lumieres
    Montmartre
    Moulin Rouge

13. Day 13

    Paris to Lyon

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    Included Activities

    • Flight from Paris to Lyon included
    • Boarding Scenic Sapphire included
14. Day 14

    Lyon to Mâcon

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    Included Activities

    • Cruise to Mâcon included

    Optional Activities

    • Excursion to Château de Cormatin - guided visit to splendid Renaissance castle exploring gilded rooms, moat, water features, beautifully manicured gardens, and original 17th-century interiors with gold-leaf decoration, plus free time
    • Georges Blanc cooking demonstration - journey to Vonnas village for exclusive cooking demo at Michelin starred restaurant Georges Blanc, walk through charming streets, discover Maison Blanc story and watch preparation of classic regional dishes including Volaille de Bresse à la crème and crêpes vonnassiennes, plus free exploration time (available select dates, replaced with cooking demo at other Michelin star restaurant when unavailable)
    • Truffle tasting - visit local farm near Cortevaix to learn truffle farming secrets, meet farmer and hound, discover growing and harvesting techniques, taste truffle butter and decadent chocolate mousse with truffles paired with fine local French white wine, stroll through rolling fields (available select dates, replaced with Monastère de Brou when unavailable)
    • Excursion to Cluny and visit Cluny Abbey - guided tour of Cluny village and magnificent 10th-century Benedictine Abbey, explore grand church remains, impressive monastic buildings, vast 18th-century cloister overlooking historic chapter house, marvel at Romanesque and Gothic architecture, visit granary with sculpted masterpieces from original abbey church

    Landmarks
    Château de Cormatin
    Georges Blanc Restaurant
    Cluny Abbey
    Cluny Village

15. Day 15

    Vienne

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    Included Activities

    • Cruise to Vienne included

    Optional Activities

    • Walking tour of Vienne with Roman Theatre - guided walking tour discovering rich Roman heritage including remarkable hillside theatre built for 10,000 spectators, wander through city's gardens, ancient walls, cathedral, and historic Renaissance streets, plus free exploration time
    • Cycling tour of Vienne - cycle Vienne and Saint-Romain-en-Gal on easy 19 km route exploring city's Roman ruins and famous temple of Augustus and Livia, cross Rhône River, visit nature-rich river islands, spot mosaics at Gallo-Roman museum before returning to town

    Landmarks
    Roman Theatre of Vienne
    Temple of Augustus and Livia
    Saint-Romain-en-Gal
    Gallo-Roman Museum

16. Day 16

    Tournon

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    Included Activities

    • Aperitif on Tournon Castle terrace included
    • Dessert buffet of French pastries from local pâtissier included

    Optional Activities

    • Walking tour of Tournon - explore town on foot learning its fascinating history and visit castle built 10th-16th centuries dominating the town, plus free time to explore and optionally cross France's oldest suspension bridge to Tain l'Hermitage with prestigious Valrhona chocolatiers
    • Hiking through the vineyards in Tournon - hike through sloping vineyards overlooking Rhône River above Tournon, learn about local wine production and taste delicious regional wines
    • Biking along the Rhône - cycle picturesque banks of Rhône River past charming villages and spectacular scenery to nearby village of Glun

    Landmarks
    Tournon Castle
    Tain l'Hermitage
    Glun
    Valrhona

17. Day 17

    Avignon

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    Included Activities

    • Scenic Enrich - exclusive evening gala dinner with classical concert by trio of musicians in Pope's dining room after hours, included

    Optional Activities

    • Walking tour of Avignon including a visit to the Popes Palace - guided walk through historic city walls and Pope's Palace (14th-century papacy and Western Christianity seat), cobblestoned streets and palace numerous steps require moderate fitness
    • Excursion to Pont Du Gard - guided tour of ancient Roman aqueduct dating to middle of first century, engineering masterpiece designed to carry water to city of Nîmes
    • Kayaking at Pont du Gard - paddle kayak on tranquil waters of Gardon River beneath World Heritage-listed Pont du Gard aqueduct, giving unique perspective on its grandeur

    Landmarks
    Palais des Papes
    Pont d'Avignon
    Pont du Gard
    Gardon River

18. Day 18

    Avignon

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    Optional Activities

    • Excursion to Luberon villages and Sénanque Abbey - visit village of Gordes (one of most beautiful in France) with spiral stone buildings around rock, visit picturesque Sénanque Abbey (exterior only on Sundays, interior closed on Sundays)
    • Shop with a chef & Scenic Culinaire - join Scenic chef visiting local market to shop for and taste best ingredients region offers, return to ship for interactive cooking demonstration at Scenic Culinaire cooking school learning regional recipes (market closed Mondays)
    • Lavender Museum with visit to the village of Roussillon - visit local lavender producer learning how it is grown, harvested and utilised in region, guided tour of beautiful village of Roussillon (Luberon famous for picturesque villages, lavender fields and ochre cliffs)
    • Wine tasting in Châteauneuf-du-Pape - visit village with centuries of wine production history on fertile Rhône banks, sample some of region's most celebrated Côte du Rhône wines

    Landmarks
    Gordes
    Sénanque Abbey
    Roussillon
    Châteauneuf-du-Pape

19. Day 19

    Arles

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    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of Arles - insightful walking tour departing ship visiting ancient Roman amphitheatre (Arènes d'Arles, 20,000-seat arena still in use today), experience vibrant colours and striking light inspiring artists (Roman Amphitheatre closed Mondays)
    • Visit Les Baux with Carrières de Lumières - journey to stunning medieval village of Les Baux, visit former quarry now hosting Carrière de Lumières, 7,000 square-metre immersive visual and musical installation highlighting works of notable artists
    • Ancestry of the Kitchen with olive mill - visit local olive farm learning olive oil production techniques, owner shares experience of regional life and teaches traditional Provencal recipes
    • Discovery of Lavender: from field to perfume - visit local organic farm (typically late June to mid-August when fields are purple) specialising in lavender, thyme, rosemary and other herbs essential oil production, discover health benefits, learn extraction process, create your own lavender perfume to take home
    • On board painting class - learn about artistic heritage of region while painting your own masterpiece inspired by Vincent Van Gogh

    Landmarks
    Arènes d'Arles
    Les Baux
    Carrières de Lumières

20. Day 20

    Viviers

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    Optional Activities

    • Walking tour of Viviers - join local guide exploring Viviers on foot, admiring monuments and architectural treasures including Cathedral of St. Vincent (first built 11th century, now resplendent in 18th-century Gothic with Renaissance facade), plus free exploration time
    • French Resistance walking Tour - walking tour of Viviers hearing stories of French Resistance fighting Nazi Occupation of France during WWII, learning local stories of heroism and daring missions
    • WWII in Viviers - trace layers of Viviers' past, peaceful riverside town shaped by extraordinary drama, walk storied streets uncovering how this quiet Rhône corner became pivotal stage in Battle of Montélimar (1944 clash helping liberate southern France, studied at West Point), discover courage, endurance and renewal among cobbled lanes and Renaissance facades
    • Ardèche Nature Park with Caverne du Pont-d'Arc Museum - explore mountains and medieval fortress ruins of sprawling park, immerse in Caverne du Pont-d'Arc Museum (largest decorated Paleolithic cave replica in world; original site too fragile for public access)
    • Explore the caves in Ardèche Nature Park - drive through rugged natural beauty of Ardèche Nature Park from Ardèche Gorge to Madeleine Caves, admire intricate rock formations, stalagmites and stalactites, underground lakes (Madeleine caves underground with numerous steps; moderate fitness and sturdy shoes required)
    • Excursion to Grignan de Provence - explore beautiful provincial town of Grignan with local guide, see mighty castle dominating town and Collegiate Church of the Holy Saviour, plus leisure time

    Landmarks
    Cathedral of St. Vincent
    Ardèche Nature Park
    Caverne du Pont-d'Arc Museum
    Madeleine Caves
    Grignan
    Collegiate Church of the Holy Saviour

21. Day 21

    Lyon

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    Included Activities

    • Cruise to Lyon included
    • Scenic Enrich - exclusive acapella choir performance at Trinity Chapel included

    Optional Activities

    • French cookery lesson at Scenic Culinaire - sharpen your cooking skills on board

    Landmarks
    Trinity Chapel

22. Day 22

    Lyon

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    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of Lyon - discover Lyon's historic significance traversing hidden traboules and secret passageways dating to 4th century, visit Basilica of Notre Dame of Fourvière offering fabulous vantage point for views across Lyon
    • Excursion to Pérouges - visit medieval walled village atop hill overlooking Ain River, beautifully preserved with vine-covered stone buildings, cobbled laneways and market square centred around centuries-old lime tree (recommended for guests with high fitness level due to uneven surfaces and walking up and down hill)
    • Silk painting workshop - learn history and process of silk painting; Lyon has 500-year silk production heritage dating to Louis XI choosing city as potential base for silk weaving industry, major industry in 19th century

    Landmarks
    Basilica of Notre Dame of Fourvière
    Pérouges

23. Day 23

    Lyon to Bordeaux

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    Included Activities

    • Transfer from Lyon to Bordeaux included
    • Boarding Scenic Space-Ship included
24. Day 24

    Bordeaux to Libourne

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    Included Activities

    • Cruise to Libourne included
    • Visit to Saint-Émilion included

    Landmarks
    Libourne
    Saint-Émilion

25. Day 25

    Libourne to Blaye

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    Included Activities

    • Cruise to Blaye included

    Optional Activities

    • Walking tour of Libourne - join local guide for walking tour of fortified harbour town with rich history linked to trade of wool, wine, salt and wood
    • Wines and vineyards of Saint-Emilion - journey to countryside of Saint-Émilion for wine tasting at one of region's most renowned château, explore property before tasting estate's exceptional wines
    • Excursion to sturgeon farm - learn about caviar production during visit to local sturgeon farm, with tasting
    • Artisanal flour mill - tour machinery at beautifully restored 19th-century water mill on Isle River and join bread-making workshop

    Landmarks
    Saint-Émilion
    Blaye

26. Day 26

    Blaye to Fort Médoc

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    Included Activities

    • Scenic Enrich - exclusive evening concert at Château d'Agassac with string quartet performance included

    Optional Activities

    • Walking tour of Blaye - stroll through charming city of Blaye with local guide, World Heritage-listed monument overlooking Gironde Estuary
    • Active walking tour of Blaye - tour fascinating citadel of Blaye on active walking tour with local guide, gain understanding of defence system created by famous architect Sébastien Vauban

    Landmarks
    Blaye Citadel
    Château d'Agassac

27. Day 27

    Fort Médoc to Bourg to Bordeaux

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    Meals

    Lunch (Lunch on board while cruising to Bourg)

    Included Activities

    • Cruise to Bourg included
    • Lunch on board included
    • Cruise from Bourg towards Bordeaux included

    Optional Activities

    • Médoc wine tasting by coach - travel by coach through scenic region to local winery and enjoy tasting
    • Médoc wine tasting by bicycle - discover spectacular Médoc countryside by e-bike and sample region's finest at one of prestigious estates
    • Bourg with Carriages Museum - visit Carriages Museum inside Bourg Castle with local guide
    • Guided cycling along the Captain's Road - join active cycling tour along winding coastal road offering spectacular views, lined with old captains homesteads with floral gardens, small fishermen huts and vineyards
    • Visit a local estate - enjoy magnificent panoramic views of Gironde while tasting Côtes de Bourg wines at local winery

    Landmarks
    Bourg
    Bourg Castle

28. Day 28

    Bordeaux to Cadillac

    Bordeaux to Cadillac Show on map

    Included Activities

    • Cruise to Cadillac included

    Optional Activities

    • Sauternes by coach - explore Sauternes by coach and enjoy tasting of a chateaux fine wines
    • Sauternes by bike - cycle through rolling vineyards of Sauternes on e-bike, whilst sampling local wines as you learn fine art of grape harvesting and wine production
    • Walking tour of Cadillac - discover medieval township of Cadillac with narrow streets and marketplace on walking tour, followed by visit to chateau in heart of village

    Landmarks
    Cadillac
    Sauternes

29. Day 29

    Bordeaux

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    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of Bordeaux - join local guide on tour of Bordeaux discovering highlights of city such as magnificent Gothic cathedral and Place de la Bourse
    • Cycling tour of Bordeaux - pedal through historic Bordeaux on guided cycling tour, sample delicious treats such as traditional canelé custard cake
    • Shop with a chef - join Scenic's chef at local food market to source freshest local produce, before returning to on board cooking school Scenic Culinaire to learn art of French fare

    Landmarks
    Bordeaux Cathedral
    Place de la Bourse
    La Cité du Vin

30. Day 30

    Bordeaux to Porto

    Bordeaux to Porto Show on map

    Included Activities

    • Flight from Bordeaux to Porto included
31. Day 31

    Porto to Entre-os-Rios

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    Included Activities

    • Scenic Freechoice excursion included
    • Tile painting workshop included

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of Porto - discover rich culture and history of Porto on guided tour including visit to iconic Palácio da Bolsa
    • Active tour of Porto including cable car - travel from Porto to Gaia (Vila Nova de Gaia) take cable car ride to Dom Luis bridge crossing Douro River, walk across bridge towards Porto Cathedral, São Bento railway station, and bustling street of Rua das Flores

    Landmarks
    Palácio da Bolsa
    Dom Luis Bridge
    Porto Cathedral
    São Bento Railway Station
    Rua das Flores

32. Day 32

    Entre-os-Rios to Régua

    Entre-os-Rios to Régua Show on map

    Included Activities

    • Cruise to Régua included
    • Visit to Douro Museum included

    Optional Activities

    • Paiva Walkways - explore nature at its finest on active hike along Paiva River
    • Quinta da Aveleda - explore fairytale-like property of Quinta Aveleda, renowned wine producer set on impressive estate
    • Excursion to Guimarães - visit well-preserved World Heritage-listed city exploring palace dating to 15th century, home to historic collection of tapestries, furniture, weapons and more

    Landmarks
    Paiva River
    Quinta da Aveleda
    Guimarães
    Douro Museum

33. Day 33

    Régua

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    Meals

    Lunch (Lunch on board)

    Included Activities

    • Lunch on board included

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Varosa Valley, Tarouca & Ucanha, only with Scenic - discover captivating Varosa Valley visiting charming village of São João de Tarouca with restored Monastery of Saint John of Tarouca (closed Mondays, replaced with Vila Real), walk fortified 14th-15th century bridge of Ucanha (Portugal's first toll bridge spanning Varosa River)
    • Quinta visit with olive tasting - visit family run Quinta handed down 11 generations learning about olive oil production
    • Excursion to Lamego - coach to town of Lamego nestled among terraced vineyards that first produced world-famous port wine, tour stunning Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies overlooking town with zigzagged staircase decorated in traditional blue and white tiled mosaics, walk staircase or journey via coach, taste local produce at nearby Bodega, plus free exploration time
    • Mateus Palace - transfer by coach to Mateus Palace, considered one of best examples of Baroque civil architecture in Portugal
    • Port Wine Blending Class - visit Quinta de Pacheca and take hands-on workshop on Port blending process

    Landmarks
    Varosa Valley
    São João de Tarouca
    Monastery of Saint John of Tarouca
    Ucanha Bridge
    Lamego
    Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies
    Mateus Palace
    Quinta de Pacheca

34. Day 34

    Régua to Vega de Terrón

    Régua to Vega de Terrón Show on map

    Included Activities

    • Cruise through Vinhateiro wine region included

    Landmarks
    Vinhateiro Wine Region

35. Day 35

    Vega de Terrón to Pocinho

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    Meals

    Lunch (Lunch on board)

    Optional Activities

    • Salamanca Full Day Excursion - guided tour of Salamanca visiting two cathedrals dating to 12th and 16th centuries, visit market to taste local delicacies, plus free time to explore and enjoy lunch at leisure
    • Visit the village of Freixo de Espada à Cinta - explore town with curious name translating to 'ash tree girded with sword' (legend: Dinis King of Portugal founded town in 14th century and tied sword to ash tree before rest), only place in Portugal where handcrafted silk is still processed entirely by hand, visit local silk museum gaining understanding of local tradition, visit local Quinta (estate) for tasting of regional produce, return to ship for lunch

    Landmarks
    Salamanca
    Freixo de Espada à Cinta

36. Day 36

    Pocinho to Pinhão

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    Included Activities

    • Cruise to Pinhão included

    Optional Activities

    • Côa Valley Museum - transfer by coach to Côa Valley Museum, largest open-air Paleolithic rock art site in world, opened 2010, one of largest museums in Portugal in contemporary building designed to blend into landscape, includes pre-historic workshop
    • Village life in the Côa Valley - visit small village of Freixo Numão (traditional village lived in for centuries), learn about local life, visit Casa Painova estate, see family home and demonstration on sugared almond production, learn how nuts are harvested and used in desserts and pastries, enjoy tasting of almonds and local products

    Landmarks
    Côa Valley Museum
    Freixo Numão
    Casa Painova

37. Day 37

    Pinhão

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    Included Activities

    • Morning transfer to Provesende included
    • Village exploration and tasting at Morgadio da Calçada included

    Optional Activities

    • Kayaking along the Pinhão River - explore beautiful region gliding past impressive landscapes via kayak on Pinhão River (tributary of Douro)
    • Quinta vineyard hike - take guided hike through breathtaking vineyards of Quinta da Roada in Douro Valley
    • Quinta tasting - visit Quinta da Roada estate for tasting of region's most famous export, guided walking tour learning vineyard secrets

    Landmarks
    Provesende
    Morgadio da Calçada
    Quinta da Roada
    Pinhão River

38. Day 38

    Pinhão to Porto

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    Included Activities

    • Scenic Enrich - exclusive classical concert in São Francisco Church included

    Landmarks
    São Francisco Church

39. Day 39

    Porto

    Porto Show on map

    Meals

    Dinner (Farewell dinner on board)

    Included Activities

    • Illumination cruise through Porto included
    • Farewell dinner on board included

    Optional Activities

    • Excursion to Aveiro with a cruise - enjoy guided walking tour of Aveiro (city famed for canals) and cruise waterways in brightly coloured moliceiros flat-bottomed boat unique to city
    • Round of golf - play 6 holes at Quinta do Fojo Golf club (one of Porto's most popular courses)
    • Wine tasting in Vila Nova de Gaia - travel to Vila Nova de Gaia to visit one of Porto's most famous cellars, Cockburn's Port, enjoy guided visit and tasting

    Landmarks
    Aveiro
    Quinta do Fojo Golf Club
    Cockburn's Port Cellar
    Vila Nova de Gaia

40. Day 40

    Porto to Amarante

    Porto to Amarante Show on map

    Included Activities

    • Coach transfer to Amarante included
    • Walking tour of Amarante included
    • Pastry stop at local bakery included
    • Coach transfer back to Porto included
    • Hotel check-in included

    Landmarks
    Amarante

41. Day 41

    Porto

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    Meals

    Breakfast (Breakfast at hotel), Meal (Meal at village eatery with local delicious specialties), Dinner (Dinner in port cellar with wine tasting)

    Included Activities

    • Breakfast at hotel included
    • Coach transfer to fishing village included
    • Exploration of fishing village included
    • Meal at village eatery included
    • Coach transfer back to Porto included
    • Dinner in port cellar with wine tasting included
42. Day 42

    Porto

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    Meals

    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Breakfast included
    • Airport transfer included