Portugal’s River of Gold

Resort:Portugal's River of Gold
Operator: Viking River Cruises
Destination: Portugal
Price From: £3495.00

Overview

Embark on a 10-day cruisetour to explore Portugal and visit Salamanca, Spain, experiencing the rich cultural heritage, breathtaking landscapes, and culinary delights of these enchanting destinations.


All This Is Included

  • – 8-day cruise with a river-view stateroom

  • – Return travel from the UK

  • – 2 nights at Lisbon’s superior first-class Hotel Tivoli Lisboa (or similar)

  • – 8 guided tours with audio headset

  • – Most meals: 9 breakfasts, 7 lunches & 7 dinners, featuring regional specialties

  • – Complimentary wine, beer, and soft drinks with onboard dinner and lunch

  • – Visit 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites

  • – Culture Curriculum: Sample local port wines, enjoy folkloric music performances, learn about wine-making traditions and Portuguese history, attend a flamenco show

  • – All port charges

  • – Free Wi-Fi


Itinerary Details

Day 1: Lisbon, Portugal

Arrive in Lisbon and transfer to the superior first-class Hotel Tivoli Lisboa. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to explore the city on your own.


Day 2: Lisbon, Portugal

Embark on a half-day tour of Lisbon, visiting the Jernimos Monastery, Tower of Belm, and Alfama District. (B)


Day 3: Porto, Portugal

Check out of your hotel and travel to Porto, stopping for lunch in Coimbra. Upon arrival in Porto, board your ship and enjoy a welcome cocktail and dinner. (B, L, D)


Day 4: Porto, Portugal

Take a city tour of Porto, visiting its historic center, bridges, and port wine-making facility. Enjoy free time in Porto or take an optional excursion to Guimares. (B, L, D)


Day 5: Regua & Pinhao, Portugal

Sail along the Douro to Rgua and embark on a tour to Vila Real and a port wine-making institution. Continue to Pinho for dinner. (B, L, D)


Day 6: Barca DAlva, Portugal

Cruise east along the Douro, passing dramatic landscapes and arriving at Barca dAlva. Enjoy a tour of Castelo Rodrigo. (B, L, D)


Day 7: Salamanca & Vega de Terran, Spain

Embark on a full-day excursion to Salamanca, exploring its historic sites and enjoying lunch with traditional Spanish music. Return to your ship in Vega de Terrn. (B, L, D)


Day 8: Pinhao, Portugal

Explore the village of Favaios and visit a traditional bakery. Enjoy lunch at Quinta da Avessada winery and sample local port varieties. (B, L, D)


Day 9: Regua, Portugal

Visit Lamego to see the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies and Lamego Castle ruins. Enjoy a festive farewell dinner onboard. (B, L, D)


Day 10: Porto, Portugal

Disembark and proceed to the airport for your return flight or extend your journey with a 2-night extension to Braga, Portugal, and Santiago de Compostela, Spain. (B)

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