Itinerary
- Day 1
Lisbon
Lisbon
- Day 2
Lisbon
Lisbon- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided exploration of Lisbon
- Visit Jeronimos Monastery
- Taste Pasteis de Nata
- Walk through Rossio square
- Walk through Terreiro do Paço
Landmarks Jeronimos Monastery Rossio Square Terreiro do Paço - Day 3
Lisbon
Lisbon- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Delicious dinner in a local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Dinner in a local restaurant
Optional Activities
- Visit Sintra & Palacio Nacional - orientation tour of Sintra with visit to Palacio Nacional (approximately 45 minutes from Lisbon)
- Traditional Portuguese Cooking Class
- Browse elegant shops
- Take Tram 28 to discover more of Lisbon
Landmarks Palacio Nacional Sintra - Day 4
Lisbon to Porto
Lisbon to Porto- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Transfer to Porto
- Board 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 with visit to Palácio da Bolsa
- Free time to explore and mingle with locals in the 110-year-old Bolhão Markets
- Active tour of Porto including cable car ride to Dom Luis bridge
- Active walk across Dom Luis bridge towards Porto Cathedral
- Visit São Bento railway station
- Walk along Rua das Flores
Landmarks Palácio da Bolsa Bolhão Markets 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 Douro Museum
Optional Activities
- Active hike along Paiva walkways in World Heritage-listed Arouca Geopark with crossing of the longest pedestrian suspension bridge in the world
- Explore Quinta da Aveleda, a renowned sparkling wine producer with enchanting gardens
- Excursion to Guimarães to visit the World Heritage-listed city and 15th century palace with historic collection of tapestries, furniture and weapons
Landmarks Paiva Walkways Arouca Geopark Quinta da Aveleda Guimarães Douro Museum - Day 7
Régua
Régua- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Delicious lunch on board), Dinner
Included Activities
- Lunch on board
Optional Activities
- Visit Varosa Valley, Tarouca and Ucanha with orientation to charming village of Tarouca and Monastery of Saint John of Tarouca
- Walk the fortified bridge of Ucanha, Portugal's first toll bridge
- Quinta visit with olive oil tasting - learn about 11 generations of family olive oil production
- Excursion to Lamego - coach tour to town nestled among terraced vineyards, visit Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies
- Walk down staircase lined with mosaic tiles in Lamego
- Taste local delicacies in a bodega in Lamego
- Visit Mateus Palace - early 18th century building, one of the best examples of Baroque civil architecture in Portugal
- Admire original furniture, ornate ceilings and manicured gardens at Mateus Palace
- Port wine blending class at Quinta de Pacheca - hands-on workshop on Port blending process, bottling, capping and labelling with personalised label
Landmarks Varosa Valley Tarouca Monastery of Saint John of Tarouca Ucanha Lamego 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
- Relax at Vitality Pool
- Book a massage in the wellness area
Landmarks Vinhateiro Wine Region - Day 9
Vega de Terrón to Pocinho
Vega de Terrón to Pocinho- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Included for half-day excursion option; free time for lunch on full-day Salamanca option), Dinner
Optional Activities
- Salamanca full day excursion - guided tour of the Golden City, visit two cathedrals (12th and 16th century), visit local market to taste local delicacies, free time to explore and enjoy lunch
- Freixo de Espada à Cinta half-day tour - only place in Portugal where handcrafted silk is still processed entirely by hand, visit silk museum
Landmarks Salamanca Freixo de Espada à Cinta - Day 10
Pocinho to Pinhão
Pocinho to Pinhão- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Côa Valley Museum - largest open-air Paleolithic rock art site in the world, introduction to rock art through original artefacts 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 Freixo Numão Casa Painova - Day 11
Pinhão
Pinhão- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Transfer to Provesende village
- Wander through Provesende
- Visit church in Provesende
- Discover old bakery in Provesende
- Witness traditional handicraft in Provesende
- Visit Morgadio da Calçada manor house
- Tasting of bola at Morgadio da Calçada
Optional Activities
- Kayaking along the Pinhão River - explore beautiful region past terraced vineyards, patchworked farmland and sprawling estates via kayak on tributary of Douro
- Quinta vineyard hike - guided hike through breathtaking vineyards with stunning views across Douro River, learn about winemaking process, sample blends
- Quinta tasting - visit local estate for tasting of Port wine, guided walking tour to learn secrets of vineyard and take in magnificent landscapes
Landmarks Provesende Morgadio da Calçada Pinhão River - 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 with fellow guests)
Included Activities
- Illumination cruise through Porto
- Farewell dinner
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Aveiro - guided walking tour of city famed for canals and Art Nouveau architecture
- Cruise the waterways in brightly coloured moliceiros flat-bottomed boat unique to Aveiro
- Excursion to Braga - travel through green, rolling countryside of Minho to historic city of Braga
- Guided tour in Braga past Sé de Braga Cathedral, graceful plazas, and centuries-old residences
- Wine tasting in Vila Nova de Gaia - visit Cockburn's Port cellar with guided visit and tasting
- Free time to explore Porto at leisure
Landmarks Aveiro Braga Sé de Braga Cathedral Vila Nova de Gaia 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 Monolithic Church in Saint-Émilion
Optional Activities
- Take a moonlit stroll along the river
- Visit one of the city's cosy pubs and wine bars
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 of town's rich history, explore charming streets, admire 16th century maison de maître and striking Gothic church with 71-metre stone spire
- Wines and vineyards of Saint-Émilion - journey through countryside to famous vineyard, explore property, taste Château wines which are primarily red blends dominated by merlot and cabernet franc
- Secrets of the Dordogne - Château de Vayres legends - explore medieval, Renaissance and 17th century architecture, admire collection of tapestries and period furnishings, guided tour of château's rich history
- Cycling from Libourne - cycle through rolling hills, vineyard-covered slopes and medieval châteaux of Fronsac, stop for refreshment with sweeping view over Libourne
- Paint and pour - art class on Sun Deck with talented local artist, learn watercolor techniques while sipping local wines
Landmarks Libourne Fronsac 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 - travel through 16,000 hectares of vineyards across eight appellations on 'Route des Chateaux', visit local winery for tasting
- Médoc wine tasting by bicycle - active e-bike tour past grand aristocratic châteaux through world's leading red wine producing region, sample finest wines at prestigious estate
Landmarks Médoc Wine Region 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
Landmarks Cadillac - Day 19
Cadillac to Bordeaux
Cadillac to Bordeaux- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Sauternes by coach - drive through picturesque Sauternes region with expert guides sharing winemaking insights, guided tour of wine estate with tasting
- Sauternes by bike - cycle through rolling vineyards to local wine estate for guided tour and tasting, mostly flat trail for approximately two hours with rest stops
- Roquetaillade Castle - tour magnificent medieval fortress with history stretching to 8th century, inhabited by same family for more than 700 years
- Biking in the Loupiac wine region - cycle lush landscapes of Gironde with local guide, admire Château Benauge, ride through gently rolling backroads to Sainte-Croix-du-Mont for impressive regional views
- Château Toulouse-Lautrec - explore rich history of château with knowledgeable guide, delve into life of famous resident Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, wander through rooms including artist's private apartments with remarkable artworks
Landmarks Sauternes Wine Region Roquetaillade Castle Loupiac Wine Region Château Benauge Sainte-Croix-du-Mont Château Toulouse-Lautrec - Day 20
Bordeaux
Bordeaux- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Tasting of fresh oysters from Arcachon Bay
- Exclusive show at Bassins des Lumières
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Bordeaux - coach and walking tour of city highlights, discover history and culture, admire Gothic cathedral, Place de la Bourse, Cailhau Gate, free time to explore
- Cycling tour of Bordeaux - guided tour crossing beautiful bridges, admire Royal Gate and Palais Rohan, ride through beautiful public gardens, sample delicious canelé custard cake
- Shop with a chef and Scenic Culinaire - join on board chef at local food market, shop for and taste best ingredients, return to Scenic Diamond for cooking demonstration learning French cuisine. Not available on Mondays.
- Bordeaux in the shadow of WWII - immersive walking tour uncovering city's dramatic World War II history, discover stories of resistance, sacrifice and survival
Landmarks Bordeaux Gothic Cathedral Place de la Bourse Cailhau Gate Royal Gate Palais Rohan Arcachon Bay Bassins des Lumières - Day 21
Bordeaux to Bourg
Bordeaux to Bourg- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Cité du Vin museum - local tram to museum for engaging interactive journey of wine discovery with nearly 20 themed exhibits on global wine journey across times and cultures
- Tour Bordeaux by motorbike & sidecar - ride through 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, ends near Baltard Market for 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 the Middle Ages
Landmarks Cité du Vin Museum Chatrons District Rue Notre Dame Garonne River Saint-Pierre Arcachon Baltard Market - Day 22
Bourg
Bourg- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Included for full day Cognac excursion), Dinner
Optional Activities
- Bourg with Carriages Museum - guided walk through village's charming streets to main square, explore historic Citadel, 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, World Heritage-listed Saint-Eutrope Basilica, blend of Roman history and medieval architecture
- Full day excursion to Cognac - guided walking tour of fortified city renowned for finest brandy, included lunch, tour Rémy Martin estate with sampling
Landmarks Bourg Citadel Horse Carriage Museum Saintes Arch of Germanicus Saint-Eutrope Basilica Cognac Rémy Martin Estate - Day 23
Bourg - Blaye - Bordeaux
Bourg - Blaye - Bordeaux- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Blaye - stroll through charming World Heritage town with local guide, walk through impressive 17th-century Vauban Citadel, explore picturesque streets revealing historical significance
- Active walking tour of Blaye - tour fascinating Citadel on active walking tour, gain understanding of defence system created by 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, manor houses and limestone quarries
- Visit Château de La Roche Courbon - originally a fortress transformed into elegantly restored Renaissance château, family-owned and inhabited, superb gardens allow you to leap back in time
Landmarks Blaye Vauban Citadel Captain's Road Château de La Roche Courbon - Day 24
Bordeaux
Bordeaux- Meals
- Breakfast
