7-Day Douro Cruises
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4 Days in Douro Valley, incl. Porto and Pinhão
4-day Douro journey from Vila Nova da Gaia to Porto aboard the Spirit of Chartwell. Visit Régua's Douro Museum, dine at Pinhão wineries, and explore historic Lamego while enjoying luxury accommodations and gourmet regional cuisine.
- Day 1
Porto to Entre-os-Rios
Board the ship at Gaia Pier across from Porto's historic center. Plan to arrive by 3:30 PM before the 4 PM embarkation time. A taxi from Porto Airport takes about 25 minutes and costs around $30. The ship sets sail at 6 PM toward Entre-os-Rios, passing under Porto's iconic iron bridges. Bring a light jacket for evening deck time since the river breeze stays cool even during summer months.
- Day 2
Entre-os-Rios to Pinhão
The journey continues at 8 AM toward Régua through prime port wine territory. Your morning includes a cooking demonstration featuring local specialties like bacalhau and olive oil. In Régua you'll visit the Douro Museum. The walk from the dock takes about 10 minutes uphill, so wear good walking shoes. After lunch, enjoy a 2-hour cruise to Pinhão, the central point of the Douro wine region. Your evening includes dinner at a local quinta about 10 minutes from the dock.
- Day 3
Pinhão to Porto via Lamego
Leave Pinhão at 7 AM for Régua, then take an excursion to historic Lamego. The town's sanctuary sits at the top of 686 steps but don't worry about climbing them. The tour bus drives you to the top. Return to the ship for lunch while cruising back to Porto, arriving at Cais da Ribeira in late afternoon. The final dinner includes traditional Portuguese entertainment. Ask for a window table to see Porto's evening lights.
- Day 4
Porto Departure
Enjoy breakfast until 10 AM with departure by 10:30 AM. If you're staying longer in Porto, look for hotels in the Ribeira district. You'll be close to port wine cellars and excellent riverside restaurants, with easy access from the ship's central docking location.
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