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Secrets of the Douro & Madrid 2027

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From Porto to Madrid
4.1 (37 reviews)
  • Sweeping coastal panorama of a turquoise bay, a small seaside town and a cliffside road zig-zagging above the ocean.
  • Bright hillside town with whitewashed and terracotta houses above a riverside bridge on a clear blue-sky day.
  • Historic stone cathedral and arched bridge in Salamanca beautifully reflected in a calm river at sunrise light.
  • Elegant fountain with a stone goddess and lion statue in front of ornate white palace buildings flying the Spanish flag.
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Emerald Cruises
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
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 30 - 182
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Porto

    Porto
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    Dinner (Dinner on board)

    Included Activities

    • Dinner on board

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Porto after dark
  2. Day 2

    Douro Valley

    Douro Valley
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Full day cruising through Douro Valley
    • Viewing of Carrapatelo lock
    • Portuguese cooking demonstration - Pastéis de Nata
    Landmarks
    Carrapatelo Lock
  3. Day 3

    Pinhão - Vega de Terrón

    Pinhão - Vega de Terrón
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Quinta do Tedo with wine tasting
    • Guided walk through Quinta do Tedo vineyards

    Optional Activities

    • Kayak experience in Pinhão River
    • Guided active walk through the vineyards
    Landmarks
    Quinta do Tedo
  4. Day 4

    Vega de Terrón - Salamanca

    Vega de Terrón - Salamanca
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Salamanca
    • Walking tour of Plaza Mayor
    • Visit to Casa de las Conchas
    • Visit to Salamanca University

    Optional Activities

    • Tuna music band performance in Salamanca
    Landmarks
    Plaza Mayor
    Casa de las Conchas
    Salamanca University
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  5. Day 5

    Pocinho - Régua

    Pocinho - Régua
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch on board), Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Tour to Castelo Rodrigo
    • Tasting of typical local products
    • Port wine cocktail lesson on board
    • Lunch on board

    Optional Activities

    • Archaeological tour by 4x4 at the Côa Valley Museum (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Castelo Rodrigo
    Côa Valley Museum
    Itinerary Image 1
  6. Day 6

    Régua - Porto

    Régua - Porto
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, 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

    Optional Activities

    • Rural lunch at a local quinta with entertainment
    • Mosaic tile painting lesson on board
    • Visit to Mateus Manor House (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Shrine of Our Lady of Remedies
    Mateus Manor House
  7. Day 7

    Porto

    Porto
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Porto

    Optional Activities

    • Evening cruise through Porto
    • Guided active walk in Porto
    • Visit to Quinta da Aveleda (extra expense)
    • Guided e-bike tour to the Atlantic (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Castelo da Foz
    Castelo do Queijo
    Porto Cathedral
    São Bento Railway Station
    Quinta da Aveleda
  8. Day 8

    Porto to Madrid

    Porto to Madrid
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Welcome drink reception
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  9. Day 9

    Madrid

    Madrid
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    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided city tour of Madrid
    • Walking tour of Sabatini Gardens
    • Walking tour of Gran Via

    Optional Activities

    • Tastes of Madrid - Tapas and gastronomic experience (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Sabatini Gardens
    Royal Palace
    Gran Via
  10. Day 10

    Madrid

    Madrid
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    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Visit to Royal Palace
    • Stroll through Retiro Park
    • Visit to Mercado de San Miguel
    • Guided tour of Toledo (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Royal Palace
    Retiro Park
    Mercado de San Miguel
    Toledo
  11. Day 11

    Madrid

    Madrid
    Meals
    Breakfast

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  • Joe5.0•September 2019
    The perfect balance of activity and relaxation!
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    Traveling with the Brits and Aussies was fun and there were not too many other Americans on the trip. The food was...
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