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From the Douro Valley to Santiago de Compostela: 12 days at the crossroads of Portugal and Galicia

Main features
Boat type: river boat
Number of cabins: 62
Maximum capacity: 124 travelers
Crew members: 30

Cabins

Aft cabin – Upper deck
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
Side by side beds (can be placed separately on request)
Walk-on balcony
Individually adjustable air conditioner
Bathroom with shower / WC
Hairdryer, safe and SAT TV
Front Cabin – Upper Deck
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
Side by side beds (can be placed separately on request)
Walk-on balcony
Individually adjustable air conditioner
Bathroom with shower / WC
Hairdryer, safe and SAT TV
Double Cabin – Upper Deck
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
Side by side beds (can be placed separately on request)
Walk-on balcony
Individually adjustable air conditioner
Bathroom with shower / WC
Hairdryer, safe and SAT TV
Double Cabin – Main Deck
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
Side by side beds (can be placed separately on request)
Large panoramic window that cannot be opened
Individually adjustable air conditioner
Bathroom with shower / WC
Hairdryer, safe and SAT TV
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NB : The pictures, information, and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The itinerary and program indicated may be modified without notice for technical reasons (captain's decision).

Itinerary

Itinerary
Porto
Boarding from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Porto Caldas de Aregos
Departure from Porto: 2:30 p.m. Mooring in Caldas de Aregos: 7:00 p.m. Excursion not included: City... more+ tour/panoramic tour of Porto with wine tasting in a cellar: Porto's fishermen, sailors, merchants, and shipbuilders participated in the great Portuguese explorations. In the 18th century, Porto gave its name to one of the world's greatest wines: port, which you must try during a visit to a traditional cellar. You will then discover the narrow streets and centuries-old buildings, as well as the city's symbol, the iron bridge built under the direction of Gustav Eiffel. 
Optional services: City tour or drive through Porto with wine tasting, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Caldas de Aregos Pinhao
Departure from Caldas de Aregos: 7:00 a.m. Mooring in Pinhão: 11:00 a.m. Walk through the charming... more+ village of Pinhão and visit its famous train station decorated with blue and white azulejos. Visit a traditional quinta (wine estate) with lunch.
Optional excursion: Excursion to Mateus Palace in Vila Real with its French-style gardens: between the 15th and 17th centuries, many nobles settled in Vila Real. The town's main attraction is Mateus Palace, home of the last Count of Vila Real. This Baroque building is surrounded by a well-kept park with original hedge trimming and century-old trees. The count's gardens are among the most beautiful in Europe. You will also enjoy a tour of the interior of the palace. 
Included activities: Walk in Pinhão: visit the famous train station and a traditional quinta, more+
Optional services: Excursion to Mateus Palace in Vila Real more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Pinhao Vega Terrón
Departure from Pinhão: 8:00 a.m. Mooring at Vega Terrón: 2:00 p.m. Excursion not included:... more+ Excursion to Castelo Rodrigo, with its historic ruins: Join us on a journey of discovery to Castelo Rodrigo, one of Portugal's 12 historic parishes, located at an altitude of around 670 meters. For centuries, Jews, Arabs, and Christians lived there in peace. Thanks to its almond trees, the medieval town is nicknamed "the white town." Visit the ruins of the castle and palace with us, stroll through the cobbled streets, and admire the 16th-century facades and window decorations in the famous Manueline style. 
Optional services: Excursion to Castelo Rodrigo, with its historic castle ruins, more+
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Lunch
Diner
Vega Terrón Pocinho
Departure from Vega Terrón: 6:00 p.m. Mooring in Pocinho: 8:00 p.m
Optional excursion: Day trip... more+ to the Spanish university city of Salamanca: all the buildings in the city center are covered in golden stone—Salamanca is unique! Join us for a tour of Spain's oldest university and the Plaza Mayor, where bullfights were once held. Then head to the House of Shells, a Gothic building that bears witness to the marriage between two very influential families in the city. You will visit the 16th-century Gothic "New" Cathedral and the 12th-century "Old" Cathedral (lunch included). 
Optional services: A day in the Spanish university town of Salamanca, more+
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Lunch
Diner
Pocinho Regua
Departure from Pocinho: 7:00 a.m
Docking in Régua: 2:30 p.m. Excursion not included: Excursion to... more+ the pilgrimage town of Lamego: Lamego was founded during the Portuguese Baroque period. The Saint of Remedies found his final resting place here. If you wish, you can walk down the 600 steps connecting the sanctuary to the town. There, the Gothic cathedral and the local museum, with its impressive collection of paintings, are particularly worth a visit. Lamego is also renowned for its specialties: smoked ham, Bola de Lamego (bread filled with smoked ham), smoked kid, and Raposeira sparkling wine. 
Optional services: Excursion to the pilgrimage town of Lamego, more+
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Lunch
Diner
Regua Porto
Departure from Régua: 7:00 a.m. Mooring in Porto: 2:00 p.m. Excursions not included: Excursion to... more+ Guimarães, the "cradle of the Portuguese nation": Guimarães is one of Portugal's most attractive cities, with its 15th-century palace of the Dukes of Braganza, the dynasty of the last Portuguese kings. In December 2001, the city center was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In 2012, Guimarães was one of the European Capitals of Culture.
Excursion to Braga: Although Braga is one of the oldest cities in the country, its dynamism attracts many young students. You are invited to a leisurely tour of this Portuguese city, founded over 2,000 years ago as "Bracara Augusta" by Emperor Augustus. Former capital of the Roman Empire and later of Galicia, the city is steeped in history. You will discover the diocese and cathedral of Braga—the oldest in Portugal. Built in the 12th century by the parents of the first Portuguese king, Braga became an important Catholic religious center. Today, the city is also distinguished by its modern municipal stadium, designed by Souto Moura. 
Optional services: Excursion to Guimarães, the "Cradle of the Portuguese Nation", Excursion to Braga, more+
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Lunch
Diner
Porto Santiago de Compostela
Disembarkation before 9:00 a.m. Transfer by coach to the hotel in Santiago de Compostela. En route,... more+ visit Pontevedra, the charming car-free provincial capital of Galicia, as well as the small fishing village of Combarro. 
Accommodation: Overnight stay in hotel included more+
Included activities: Visit Pontevedra, the charming provincial capital of Galicia, which is closed to cars., Visit to the small fishing village of Combarro, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Santiago de Compostela
Visit Santiago de Compostela with its magnificent old town, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site,... more+ and its famous cathedral. Free time for your own discoveries. 
Accommodation: Overnight stay in hotel included more+
Included activities: Visit Santiago de Compostela with its beautiful old town, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Santiago de Compostela
Excursion to La Coruña and tour of the city, including the Tower of Hercules, the oldest... more+ lighthouse in the world still intact and in operation, as well as the old town with its charming medieval streets. 
Accommodation: Overnight stay in hotel included more+
Included activities: Excursion to La Coruña, tour of the city and the Tower of Hercules, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Santiago de Compostela Porto
Departure after breakfast and excursion to Tuy with a tour of the city, one of the oldest in... more+ Galicia. After lunch, continue to Valença do Minho, a Portuguese border town dominated by its imposing fortress. Return to the hotel in Porto. 
Accommodation: Overnight stay in hotel included more+
Included activities: Excursion to Tui with city tour, more+
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Lunch
Diner
Porto
Breakfast at the hotel and departure.
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner

included

The price includes
Travel documents
Use of the swimming pool
Comfortable Sennheiser audio system for all excursions
Breakfast buffet with coffee/tea and fruit juice
Breakfast buffet
Coffee/tea after lunch and dinner
Gala dinner
Welcome and farewell reception by the captain
Table reservation on board
Director services and local tour guide
Luggage service on board
Port charges
Four-course dinner served at your table every evening
One night with half board at the Vila Galé Porto Hotel
3 nights half board at the Gran Hotel Los Abetos in Santiago de Compostela
The guides speak English or German
Activities included in the program
Meals included in the program
Hotels included in the program
The price does not include
Airport pick-up and drop-off
Package with 4 excursions: Porto city tour, Mateus Palace excursion, Castelo Rodrigo excursion, Lamego excursion : 165 € / people
Other beverages then the aforementioned : 224 € / people
Insurance (cancellation, health, travel)
Activities not included in the program
Meals not included in the program
Tips for guides and/or crew
Additional information
Languages spoken on board: English and German
Optional services
Flights not included in the programme are available on request
Activities and excursions upon request more+

Activities

Walk in Pinhão: visit the famous train station and a traditional quinta
included
Visit Pontevedra, the charming provincial capital of Galicia, which is closed to cars.
included
Visit to the small fishing village of Combarro
included
Visit Santiago de Compostela with its beautiful old town
included
Excursion to La Coruña, tour of the city and the Tower of Hercules
included
Excursion to Tui with city tour
included
City tour or drive through Porto with wine tasting
Not included
Excursion to Mateus Palace in Vila Real
Not included
Excursion to Castelo Rodrigo, with its historic castle ruins
Not included
A day in the Spanish university town of Salamanca
Not included
Excursion to the pilgrimage town of Lamego
Not included
Excursion to Guimarães, the "Cradle of the Portuguese Nation"
Not included
Excursion to Braga
Not included

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