Itinerary
- Day 1
Porto
You'll arrive in Porto and get picked up at the airport for transfer to the Emerald Radiance. After getting settled on this contemporary ship, you'll have dinner on board with the other guests this evening.
- Meals
- Dinner
Included Activities
- Airport transfer
- Dinner on board
Landmarks Emerald Radiance 
- Day 2
Douro Valley
Spend the day sailing through the Douro Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for centuries of wine production and vineyard-covered hills. There's a welcome dinner and cocktail reception tonight to meet everyone on board.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Welcome dinner and cocktail reception)
Included Activities
- Full day sailing through Douro Valley
- Welcome dinner and cocktail reception on board
- Portuguese cooking demonstration on board
Landmarks Douro Valley - Day 3
Vega de Terr\u00f3n
You'll head to Quinta do Tedo, an 18th-century vineyard that still uses traditional methods. Pick either a guided walk through the vineyards or a kayak trip on the river. Later you'll sail toward Vega de Terrón with time to relax on the Sun Deck.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit to Quinta do Tedo with wine tasting
- Guided active walk through the vineyards
- Kayak experience in Pinh\u00e3o
- Sailing to Vega de Terr\u00f3n
Landmarks Quinta do Tedo Douro River Tedo River - Day 4
Salamanca
Travel to Salamanca, the 'Golden City,' for a walking tour through Plaza Mayor's galleries and arcades, plus Casa de las Conchas and the university dating to 1218. You'll catch a Tuna music band performance after dinner tonight.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Salamanca
- Tuna music band performance in Salamanca
Landmarks Plaza Mayor Casa de las Conchas University of Salamanca 
- Day 5
Castelo Rodrigo - R\u00e9gua
From Pocinho, you'll visit the medieval town of Castelo Rodrigo to explore its fortress and local products. Lunch is back on the ship, followed by a Port wine cocktail lesson as you sail toward Régua.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Tour to Castelo Rodrigo
- Port wine cocktail lesson on board
- Sailing towards R\u00e9gua
Optional Activities
- Archaeological tour by 4x4 at the C\u00f4a Valley Museum (extra expense)
Landmarks Castelo Rodrigo C\u00f4a Valley Museum 
- Day 6
Lamego
Check out the Baroque village of Lamego and the Shrine of Our Lady of Remedies overlooking the town. You can walk down 686 steps from the Sanctuary if you want. Lunch is at Quinta da Pacheca, one of the top estates on the Douro, then you'll learn about Portuguese mosaic painting on board later.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Rural lunch at Quinta da Pacheca), Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Lamego
- Visit to Shrine of Our Lady of Remedies
- Walk down the steps of the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies
- Rural lunch at Quinta da Pacheca
- Mosaic tile painting lesson on board
Optional Activities
- Visit to Mateus Manor House (extra expense)
Landmarks Shrine of Our Lady of Remedies Quinta da Pacheca Mateus Manor House - Day 7
Porto
Walk through Porto and see its mix of modern and old buildings at the Douro's mouth. The tour includes Castelo da Foz and Castelo do Queijo. You can choose a guided walking tour or a more active walk through local neighborhoods. Optional evening activities and a guided bike tour are available.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Porto
- Evening cruise through Porto
- Guided active walk in Porto
Optional Activities
- Visit to Quinta da Aveleda (extra expense)
- Guided bike tour to the Atlantic (extra expense)
Landmarks Castelo da Foz Castelo do Queijo Douro River - Day 8
Porto to Lyon
After breakfast, you'll transfer from Porto to Lyon, known for its food scene. You'll meet the crew of the Emerald Liberte at your new ship.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Transfer from Porto to Lyon
- Ship transfer from Emerald Radiance to Emerald Liberte
Landmarks Emerald Liberte 
- Day 9
Lyon
Explore Lyon, France's third-largest city and former Roman capital. The guided tour covers the UNESCO-listed Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvière on historic cobblestone streets. Alternatively, take a guided bike tour. You'll also get to try the city's food specialties.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided city tour of Lyon including Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvi\u00e8re
- Tastes of Lyon culinary experience
- Guided bike tour of Lyon
- CD lecture - Art & Culture in the South of France
Optional Activities
- Excursion to P\u00e9rouges (extra expense)
- Lyon by Night (extra expense)
Landmarks Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvi\u00e8re - Day 10
Vienne
Take a walking tour of Vienne, an important Rhone-Alpes town with roots going back to the Allobroges tribe and Roman period. You'll see monuments from both Roman and medieval times. Later, try cheese and olive tastings on board.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Vienne
- Cheese and olive tasting on board
Landmarks Vienne - Day 11
Tournon
Visit the small village of Tournon on the Rhône, where a 16th-century castle overlooks everything. The guided tour shows off its cultural heritage. Or go on a guided hike through nearby vineyards that produce fine European wines, then taste some wine.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Tournon with wine tasting
- Guided hike through the vineyards
Landmarks Tournon Castle Rh\u00f4ne River - Day 12
Viviers
You'll arrive in Viviers, a town with medieval character and one of France's oldest cathedrals. The walking tour highlights the city's monuments, ornate windows, and elaborate facades.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Viviers
Optional Activities
- Visit to Chauvet Pont D'Arc (extra expense)
Landmarks Viviers Cathedral Chauvet Pont D'Arc - Day 13
Avignon
Explore Avignon, which has history stretching back to Celtic times and served as home to seven Popes. The guided walking tour covers the UNESCO-listed Palais des Papes and Pont d'Avignon. You can do a canoeing excursion or relax on board. Tonight there's a Provençal dinner from Top Chef finalist Fabien Morreale, followed by classical music.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Proven\u00e7al dinner hosted by local chef Fabien Morreale)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Avignon
- Canoeing excursion in Avignon
- Proven\u00e7al dinner hosted by local chef Fabien Morreale
- Classical concert in Avignon
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of the Pont du Gard (extra expense)
- Visit to Chateauneuf du Pape with wine tasting (extra expense)
Landmarks Palais des Papes Pont d'Avignon Pont du Gard Chateauneuf du Pape 
- Day 14
Arles
Discover Arles, once an important Phoenician trading port that Romans left their mark all over. See the UNESCO-listed Roman and Romanesque monuments, including the 2,000-year-old Amphitheatre. You can follow Van Gogh's footsteps and explore at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Arles with arena visit
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Les Baux de Provence (extra expense)
- Provencal Cosmetics Workshop (extra expense)
- In the footsteps of Van Gogh: painting workshop (extra expense)
- Provencal Soap Making Workshop (extra expense)
Landmarks Arles Amphitheatre Les Baux de Provence 
- Day 15
Arles to Nice
After breakfast, you'll leave the Emerald Liberte and transfer to the airport, taking with you memories of the French countryside and all the great food you experienced.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Transfer to airport
