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Essence of Portugal and Douro Discovery Lisbon → Porto (2026)

14 days
From Lisbon to Porto
4.0 (21 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 38 - 48
Ages 12+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Lisbon

    Lisbon
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Lisbon Avani Avenida Liberdade or similar), Hotel (Avani Avenida Liberdade Lisbon Hotel or similar)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore charming neighbourhoods of Lisbon
    • Taste local specialties
    • Visit popular beaches accessible from the city
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  2. Day 2

    Lisbon

    Lisbon
    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome Dinner with fado performance of traditional folk music)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Lisbon Avani Avenida Liberdade or similar), Hotel (Avani Avenida Liberdade Lisbon Hotel or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Lisbon's hilly streets
    • Scenic journey aboard iconic tram
    • Visit Belem Tower
    • Portuguese Tart Making Class at local bakery - learn culinary skills to make pastel de nata and taste your efforts
    • Welcome Dinner with fado performance of traditional folk music
    Landmarks
    Belem Tower
    Pastéis de Belem
  3. Day 3

    Lisbon - Sintra - Cascais

    Lisbon - Sintra - Cascais
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Lisbon Avani Avenida Liberdade or similar), Hotel (Avani Avenida Liberdade Lisbon Hotel or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Full-day tour to Sintra and Cascais
    • Visit Pena Palace - explore palace and gardens

    Optional Activities

    • Relax on Cascais beaches
    • Visit museums in Cascais
    • Dine at local restaurants in Cascais
    Landmarks
    Pena Palace
    Sintra Mountains
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  4. Day 4

    Lisbon - Óbidos - Nazaré - Coimbra

    Lisbon - Óbidos - Nazaré - Coimbra
    Accommodation
    Hotel (NH Coimbra Dona Ines or Tivoli Coimbra or similar), Hotel (NH Coimbra Dona Inês or Tivoli Coimbra Hotel or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Óbidos medieval village - walk medieval walls and castle

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll through cobblestone lanes in Nazaré
    • People-watch at local café in Nazaré
    • Relax on Nazaré beach
    Landmarks
    Óbidos
    University of Coimbra
    Itinerary Image 1
  5. Day 5

    Coimbra - Aveiro - Porto

    Coimbra - Aveiro - Porto
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Mercure Porto Centro Santa Catarina or similar), Hotel (Cenica Porto Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Canal cruise on traditional Moliceiro boat in Aveiro
    • Explore Beira Mar neighbourhood in Aveiro
    Landmarks
    Aveiro
    Beira Mar
    Itinerary Image 1
  6. Day 6

    Porto

    Porto
    Meals
    Lunch (Farewell Lunch at private quinta)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Mercure Porto Centro Santa Catarina or similar), Hotel (Cenica Porto Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Porto - learn about city's history and architecture
    • Exclusive Wine Tasting at a Local Quinta with Farewell Lunch
    Landmarks
    Porto
  7. Day 7

    Porto - Embark Ship

    Porto - Embark Ship
    Accommodation
    Hotel (MS Estrela)

    Included Activities

    • Embark MS Estrela ship
    • Welcome Reception with Cruise Director and fellow travellers
    • Sunset cruise on Douro River
    Landmarks
    Douro River
  8. Day 8

    Régua - Lamego - Pinhão

    Régua - Lamego - Pinhão
    Meals
    Dinner (Portuguese Quinta Dinner - sumptuous dinner of traditional dishes and dessert at local quinta)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (MS Estrela)

    Included Activities

    • Cruise along Douro River
    • Portuguese language lesson
    • Visit Lamego and Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies cathedral
    • Visit museum in Lamego
    • Portuguese Quinta Dinner in Pinhão - sumptuous dinner of traditional dishes and dessert

    Optional Activities

    • Sample Bola de Lamego (smoked ham roll)
    Landmarks
    Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies
    Lamego
    Pinhão
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  9. Day 9

    Vega de Terrón - Castelo Rodrigo

    Vega de Terrón - Castelo Rodrigo
    Accommodation
    Hotel (MS Estrela)

    Included Activities

    • Excursion to Castelo Rodrigo - explore village ruins, castle, and Santiago Matamoros statue
    Landmarks
    Castelo Rodrigo
  10. Day 10

    Salamanca - Barca d'Alva

    Salamanca - Barca d'Alva
    Meals
    Lunch (Flamenco show and lunch in Salamanca), Dinner (Traditional Portuguese barbecue dinner)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (MS Estrela)

    Included Activities

    • Flamenco Show and Lunch in Salamanca
    • Explore Salamanca - city square and ancient university
    • Traditional Portuguese Barbecue Dinner
    Landmarks
    Salamanca
    University of Salamanca
    Itinerary Image 1
  11. Day 11

    Pinhão - Régua

    Pinhão - Régua
    Accommodation
    Hotel (MS Estrela)

    Included Activities

    • Excursion to Mateus Palace and gardens - tour palace and learn about connection to Mateus rosé wine
    Landmarks
    Mateus Palace
  12. Day 12

    Régua - Entre-os-Rios

    Régua - Entre-os-Rios
    Accommodation
    Hotel (MS Estrela)

    Included Activities

    • Portuguese Quinta Port Tasting - taste local port wine at quinta with Douro Valley views

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Entre-os-Rios at leisure
    Landmarks
    Entre-os-Rios
  13. Day 13

    Porto

    Porto
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell Dinner on board ship)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (MS Estrela)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Porto - iconic sights
    • Port winery tour and tasting
    • Farewell Dinner on board ship

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Portuguese boutiques for local souvenirs
    • Stroll through Bolhão food market
    • Optional excursion to Guimarães - World Heritage-listed city, see Guimarães Castle and historic landmarks
    Landmarks
    Bolhão Food Market
    Guimarães Castle
  14. Day 14

    Porto

    Porto
    Meals
    Breakfast

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