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Douro Delights Porto - Madrid (2027)

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From Porto to Madrid
4.2 (27 reviews)
  • Expansive panorama of terraced vineyards rolling down to the blue Douro River beneath a clear sky.
  • River winding through lush green vineyards and hills.
  • Cityscape of Porto with cable cars over the river and historic buildings.
  • River scene with a bridge and boats in a peaceful setting.
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River Cruise
Cruise scenic waterways for effortless exploration
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Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
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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
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Porto

    Porto
    Accommodation
    Hotel (MS Estrela)

    Included Activities

    • Embark on MS Estrela river ship
    • Illuminations cruise around Porto
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  3. Day 2

    Porto

    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 with scenic cable car ride and port wine tasting
    • Portuguese Tart Cooking Class - hands-on pastéis de nata preparation with Portuguese port pairing
    • Active Walking Tour of Porto through Ribeira medieval streets and old harbour quarter
    Landmarks
    Palácio da Bolsa
    Ribeira
  4. Day 3

    Porto to Entre-os-Rios

    Porto to Entre-os-Rios
    Accommodation
    Hotel (MS Estrela)

    Included Activities

    • Cruise through Douro Valley to Entre-os-Rios
    • Wine and cheese tasting at Quinta da Avelada

    Optional Activities

    • Traditional Village Visit - charming Schist village in Penafiel with narrow streets and restored stone houses
    • Winery Tour at Quinta da Avelada - vineyard walk and curated wine tasting paired with artisanal cheeses
    Landmarks
    Quinta da Avelada
    Douro Valley
  5. Day 4

    Régua

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

    Included Activities

    • Cruise to Régua
    • Visit Douro Museum
    • Lunch and wine tasting at Quinta da Pacheca

    Optional Activities

    • Hands-on tile-painting experience (azulejos) in Main Lounge
    Landmarks
    Douro Museum
    Quinta da Pacheca
    Itinerary Image 1
  6. Day 5

    Régua - Pinhão

    Régua - Pinhão
    Accommodation
    Hotel (MS Estrela)

    Included Activities

    • Cruise to Pinhão

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of Lamego including Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies and local Bola de Lamego tasting
    • Visit Palácio de Mateus (Casa de Mateus) - 18th-century estate with gardens
    Landmarks
    Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies
    Palácio de Mateus
  7. Day 6

    Pinhão

    Pinhão
    Meals
    Dinner (Captain's farewell dinner)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (MS Estrela)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Pinhão Railway Station
    • Tour of local quinta
    • Captain's farewell dinner
    Landmarks
    Pinhão Railway Station
  8. Day 7

    Pocinho - Vega de Terron

    Pocinho - Vega de Terron
    Meals
    Dinner (Farewell dinner on board)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (MS Estrela)

    Included Activities

    • Farewell dinner on board

    Optional Activities

    • Côa Parque Museum - UNESCO World Heritage site with contemporary architecture and interactive exhibitions on prehistoric rock art
    • Côa Archaeological Park Rock Art tour at Penascosa - 4WD journey approximately six kilometres through almond and olive groves to see Palaeolithic engravings
    Landmarks
    Côa Parque Museum
    Penascosa
  9. Day 8

    Vega de Terron to Madrid

    Vega de Terron to Madrid
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Montera Madrid)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Salamanca Old Town
    • Visit University of Salamanca
    • Visit House of Shells
    Landmarks
    Salamanca Old Town
    University of Salamanca
    House of Shells
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  10. Day 9

    Madrid

    Madrid
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (MS Estrela)

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