Itinerary
- Day 1
Lisbon
Lisbon
- Day 2
Lisbon
Lisbon- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided exploration of Lisbon
- Visit to Jeronimos Monastery
- Tasting of Pasteis de Nata
- Walk through Rossio square
- Visit to Terreiro do Paço
Landmarks Jeronimos Monastery Rossio Square Terreiro do Paço - Day 3
Lisbon
Lisbon- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Dinner in a local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Dinner in a local restaurant
Optional Activities
- Visit Sintra & Palacio Nacional (orientation tour of Sintra, visit to the national monument Palacio Nacional)
- Traditional Portuguese Cooking Class
- Browse elegant shops
- Take Tram 28 to explore the city
Landmarks Palacio Nacional de Sintra - Day 4
Lisbon to Porto
Lisbon to Porto- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Transfer to Porto
- Boarding of Scenic Space-Ship
- Day 5
Porto to Entre-os-Rios
Porto to Entre-os-Rios- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Tile painting workshop on board
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Porto including visit to Palácio da Bolsa
- Free time at Bolhão Markets (110-year-old market)
- Active tour of Porto including cable car ride to Dom Luis bridge
- Active walk across Dom Luis bridge towards Porto Cathedral
- Visit to São Bento railway station
- Explore Rua das Flores
Landmarks Palácio da Bolsa Bolhão Market Dom Luis Bridge Porto Cathedral São Bento Railway Station - Day 6
Entre-os-Rios to Régua
Entre-os-Rios to Régua- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit to Douro Museum
Optional Activities
- Paiva walkways hike (active hike along wooden boardwalk in Arouca Geopark, including longest pedestrian suspension bridge in the world)
- Quinta da Aveleda (explore sparkling wine producer estate with enchanting gardens)
- Excursion to Guimarães (guided tour of World Heritage-listed city, visit to 15th-century palace with historic collection of tapestries, furniture, and weapons)
Landmarks Arouca Geopark Quinta da Aveleda Guimarães Palace Douro Museum - Day 7
Régua
Régua- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch on board), Dinner
Included Activities
- Lunch on board
Optional Activities
- Varosa Valley, Tarouca & Ucanha excursion (explore valley, visit Monastery of Saint John of Tarouca, walk fortified bridge of Ucanha)
- Quinta visit with olive tasting (traditional rural estate with 11 generations of olive oil production history)
- Excursion to Lamego (coach tour to town, visit Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies, walk staircase with mosaic tiles, taste local delicacies in bodega, free time)
- Mateus Palace (coach tour to 18th-century palace, example of Baroque civil architecture, admire original furniture, ornate ceilings and manicured gardens)
- Port wine blending class (visit Quinta de Pacheca, view vineyards and old cellar, hands-on workshop on Port blending process, bottling, capping, and labelling with personalized label)
Landmarks Monastery of Saint John of Tarouca Ucanha Fortified Bridge Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies Mateus Palace Quinta de Pacheca - Day 8
Régua to Vega de Terrón
Régua to Vega de Terrón- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Use Vitality Pool
- Book a massage in wellness area
- Day 9
Vega de Terrón to Pocinho
Vega de Terrón to Pocinho- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch on board (for half-day excursion option)), Dinner
Optional Activities
- Salamanca full day excursion (guided tour of Golden City, visit two cathedrals dating to 12th and 16th centuries, visit market to taste local delicacies, free time to explore and enjoy lunch at leisure)
- Freixo de Espada à Cinta with silk museum (half-day tour to village, visit silk museum where handcrafted silk is processed entirely by hand, return to ship for lunch)
Landmarks Salamanca Cathedral (Old) Salamanca Cathedral (New) - Day 10
Pocinho to Pinhão
Pocinho to Pinhão- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Côa Valley Museum (visit largest open-air Paleolithic rock art site in the world, experience introduction to rock art through original artifacts and digital technology, pre-historic workshop)
- Village life in the Côa Valley (visit traditional village of Freixo Numão, visit Casa Painova estate for demonstration on sweet almond production, tasting of almonds, olives and fruit products)
Landmarks Côa Valley Museum - Day 11
Pinhão
Pinhão- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Transfer to Provesende
- Walk through Provesende village
- Visit church in Provesende
- Visit old bakery in Provesende
- Witness traditional handicraft being made in Provesende
- Visit historic manor house Morgadio da Calçada
- Tasting of bola
Optional Activities
- Kayaking along the Pinhão River (explore region from different perspective, glide past terraced vineyards, patchworked farmland and sprawling estates)
- Quinta vineyard hike (guided hike through vineyards, enjoy stunning views across Douro River, learn about winemaking process, sample blends)
- Quinta tasting (visit local estate for tasting of Port wine, guided walking tour, learn secrets of vineyard, take in magnificent landscapes)
Landmarks Provesende Village Morgadio da Calçada - Day 12
Pinhão to Porto
Pinhão to Porto- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Classical concert in São Francisco Church
Landmarks São Francisco Church - Day 13
Porto
Porto- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Farewell dinner)
Included Activities
- Free time in Porto to explore
- Illumination cruise through Porto
- Farewell dinner
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Aveiro with cruise (guided walking tour of Aveiro famed for canals and Art Nouveau architecture, cruise waterways in brightly colored moliceiros flat-bottomed boat)
- Excursion to Braga (travel to historic city in green Minho countryside, guided tour past São de Braga Cathedral, graceful plazas, centuries-old residences)
- Wine tasting in Vila Nova de Gaia (visit Cockburn's Port cellar, guided visit and tasting)
Landmarks Aveiro Braga Cathedral Cockburn's Port Cellar - Day 14
Porto to Bordeaux
Porto to Bordeaux- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Flight from Porto to Bordeaux
- Day 15
Bordeaux to Libourne
Bordeaux to Libourne- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Tour to Saint-Émilion
- Visit to Monolithic Church in Saint-Émilion
Optional Activities
- Moonlit stroll along the river in Libourne
- Visit cosy pubs and wine bars in Libourne
Landmarks Saint-Émilion Monolithic Church 
- Day 16
Libourne to Pauillac
Libourne to Pauillac- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Libourne (guided tour revealing history linked to wool, wine, salt and wood trade, admire 16th-century maison de maître and Gothic church with 71-metre stone spire)
- Wines and vineyards of Saint-Émilion (journey through countryside to famous vineyard, explore property, taste Château wines - red blends dominated by merlot and cabernet franc grapes)
- Secrets of the Dordogne - Château de Vayres legends (guided tour of historic monument showcasing medieval, Renaissance and 17th-century architecture, admire tapestries and period furnishings)
- Cycling from Libourne (cycle through rolling hills, vineyard-covered slopes and medieval châteaux of Fronsac, stop for refreshment with views over Libourne)
- Paint and pour (art class with talented local artist on Sun Deck, learn watercolor painting techniques, sip local wines)
Landmarks Château de Vayres - Day 17
Pauillac to Fort Médoc
Pauillac to Fort Médoc- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Classical Concert at Château d'Agassac
Optional Activities
- Médoc wine tasting by coach (coach tour through 16,000+ hectares of vineyards across eight appellations along Route des Chateaux, visit local winery, enjoy tasting)
- Médoc wine tasting by bicycle (e-bike tour through Médoc countryside past grand châteaux, active tour in world's leading red wine producing region, sample region's finest at prestigious estate)
Landmarks Château d'Agassac - Day 18
Fort Médoc to Cadillac
Fort Médoc to Cadillac- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Massage treatment on board
- Scenic Culinaire cooking demonstration on board
- Day 19
Cadillac to Bordeaux
Cadillac to Bordeaux- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Sauternes by coach (drive through picturesque Sauternes region, expert guide shares insights on winemaking process from botrytised grapes to fermentation and aging, guided tour of local wine estate with tasting)
- Sauternes by bike (cycle through rolling vineyards to local wine estate, guided tour and tasting, mostly flat trail with around two hours cycling including rest stops)
- Roquetaillade Castle (tour magnificent medieval fortress with history to 8th century, inhabited by same family for 700+ years)
- Biking in the Loupiac wine region (cycle lush landscapes of Gironde with local guide, admire breathtaking Château Benauge, ride through gently rolling backroads to Sainte-Croix-du-Mont for impressive regional views)
- Château Toulouse-Lautrec (guided tour exploring rich history of château and life of famous resident Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, wander through rooms including artist's private apartments with remarkable artworks)
Landmarks Roquetaillade Castle Château Toulouse-Lautrec - Day 20
Bordeaux
Bordeaux- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Fresh oyster tasting from Arcachon Bay
- Exclusive access to Bassins des Lumières
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Bordeaux (coach and foot tour, learn about city's history, culture and way of life, admire Gothic cathedral, Place de la Bourse, Cailhau Gate, free time to explore)
- Cycling tour of Bordeaux (guided cycling tour, cross beautiful bridges, admire Royal Gate and Palais Rohan, ride through public gardens, sample canel\u00e9 custard cake)
- Shop with a chef and Scenic Culinaire (join on-board chef at local food market to shop for and taste best regional ingredients, return to ship for cooking demonstration on French fare - not available Mondays)
- Bordeaux in the shadow of WWII (immersive walking tour uncovering dramatic WWII history, stories of resistance, sacrifice and survival)
Landmarks Bordeaux Cathedral Place de la Bourse Cailhau Gate Bassins des Lumières - Day 21
Bordeaux to Bourg
Bordeaux to Bourg- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Cité du Vin museum (take local tram to museum, engaging interactive journey of wine discovery with nearly 20 themed exhibits, gain perspectives on global journey of wine across times and cultures)
- Tour Bordeaux by motorbike & sidecar (ride through Bordeaux in sidecar and/or on motorcycle back, begin in historic Chatrons district, see stylish Rue Notre Dame, explore riverside quays along Garonne, visit vibrant Saint-Pierre)
- Visit Arcachon (walking tour of charming bayside town renowned for seaside atmosphere and unique architectural style, end near Baltard Market with free time to savour local delicacies and fresh Atlantic seafood)
- Eleanor of Aquitaine - Story of the Queen who ruled France and England (immersive journey through Bordeaux's historic heart exploring most powerful and influential woman of Middle Ages)
Landmarks Cité du Vin Arcachon - Day 22
Bourg
Bourg- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Included lunch (for Cognac excursion)), Dinner
Optional Activities
- Bourg with Carriages Museum (guided walk through village streets to main square, explore historic Citadel symbol of strategic importance, visit fascinating Horse Carriage Museum)
- Historic Saintes (tour of charming town steeped in 2,000 years of history, admire Arch of Germanicus from Roman past, visit World Heritage-listed Saint-Eutrope Basilica, immersive walking tour blending Roman history, medieval architecture and local charm)
- Full day excursion to Cognac (guided walking tour of fortified city renowned for finest brandy production, included lunch, tour Rémy Martin estate, sample Cognacs)
Landmarks Arch of Germanicus Saint-Eutrope Basilica Rémy Martin Estate - Day 23
Bourg to Blaye to Bordeaux
Bourg to Blaye to Bordeaux- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Blaye (stroll through charming town recognized as World Heritage site, walk through iconic 17th-century Vauban Citadel, explore picturesque streets revealing historical significance, cultural traditions and architectural treasures)
- Active walking tour of Blaye (tour fascinating Citadel of Blaye with local guide, understand defense system created by famous architect Sébastien Vauban)
- Cycling along the Captain's Road (active cycling tour along Captain's Road named for WWI Captains who purchased homes along waterway in early 20th century, pass charming riverside villages, ancient villa ruins, splendid manor houses and limestone quarries)
- Visit Château de La Roche Courbon (tour originally fortress transformed to elegantly restored Renaissance château, family owned and still inhabited, explore superb gardens and leap back in time)
Landmarks Vauban Citadel Château de La Roche Courbon - Day 24
Bordeaux
Bordeaux- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast
