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New Year's on the Douro: An 8-day cruise departing from Porto, visiting the quintas of Pinhão, Régua, and Barca d’Alva

Main features
Boat type: river boat
Number of cabins: 65
Maximum capacity: 130 travelers
Crew members: 35

Cabins

Double cabin on the main deck
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
Double cabin on the main deck with panoramic window.
Double cabin on the main deck - Cat F
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
Double cabin on the main deck with panoramic window (location at the beginning or end of the corridor).
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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

Porto
Boarding begins at 3:00 p.m. (dock to be announced). After arrival formalities, enjoy some free... more+ time to relax on board. In the evening, meet the crew and enjoy a welcome dinner. Overnight on board, docked. 
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Porto Régua Pinhão
Full board on board. Morning cruise. Spend the morning admiring the magnificent landscapes of the... more+ Douro Valley. At noon, we’ll arrive in Régua. It was here in 1756 that the General Company for the Cultivation of the Upper Douro Vineyards was founded, thus creating the world’s first defined and regulated wine-growing region. In this region, the terraced vineyards on the hillsides offer superb panoramic views that can be admired from numerous vantage points, notably São Leonardo de Galafura and Santo António do Loureiro. Nearby, the spa town of Caldas de Moledo, located on the right bank of the Douro, has its own pier and is a pleasant place for a relaxing stay.
In the afternoon, we’ll arrive in Pinhão, a town considered the heart of the Douro Designation of Origin. It’s home to many wine estates that produce port, some of which offer accommodations in rural inns. Also worth noting: the train station, built in the late 19th century, whose interior is entirely covered with ceramic tiles. Optional: a visit to Quinta da Avessada (winery) with dinner.
Dinner and overnight stay on board. 
Optional services: Visit to the Quinta da Avessada wine cellar, more+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Pinhão Pocinho Vega Terrón Castelo Rodrigo
Full board on board. In the morning, we dock at Pocinho, a small town in northern Portugal and the... more+ starting point of the Douro railway line. What makes this line unique is that the rails and ties are laid just a few meters above the river.
In the afternoon, we’ll arrive at the Vega de Terrón pier, located at the confluence of the Águeda and Douro rivers. This former border post was converted into a river pier in the late 19th century, then redeveloped in the late 20th century for tourism and commercial purposes. The wharf belongs to the municipality of La Fregeneda, in the province of Salamanca, and is located in the heart of the Arribes del Duero Natural Park, a major tourist destination. La Fregeneda was the last train station before the border. The line connected Boadilla to Barca d’Alva, in Portugal. From there, the Pocinho rail junction provided access to the Atlantic Ocean at Porto. This line is now closed and forms part of the Arribes Greenway.
Optional excursion: visit to Castelo Rodrigo.
Dinner and overnight stay on board in Vega de Terrón. 
Optional services: Excursion to Castelo Rodrigo, more+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Castelo Rodrigo Barca d'Alva
Full board on board. Barca d’Alva, a small village, served for a century as a railway hub... more+ connecting Salamanca to Porto. An iron bridge spanning the Águeda River allowed rail traffic between the two regions, linking this station to La Fregeneda, in the province of Salamanca. Barca d’Alva is located in the heart of the Douro International Natural Park (Parque Natural do Douro Internacional), with its impressive gorges carved by the Douro and Águeda rivers, which form the natural border between Spain and Portugal.
Optional: excursion to Salamanca with lunch.
Overnight on board. 
Optional services: Full day excursion to Salamanca with lunch, more+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Barca d'Alva Pinhão Régua
Full board on board. In the morning, enjoy the cruise as you take in the magnificent scenery of the... more+ Douro Valley. At noon, we’ll make another stop in Pinhão to taste the region’s finest wines.
Optional: a tour of Quinta do Tedo and the Douro Museum.
In the early afternoon, we’ll arrive in Régua.
Dinner and overnight stay on board. 
Optional services: Tour of Quinta do Tedo and the Douro Museum, more+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Régua Porto
Full board on board. Early morning departure from Régua to Porto, eager to discover what the... more+ journey has in store for us. After traveling through enchanting landscapes, we’ll arrive at our destination just after lunch.
Once in Porto, we’ll have the entire afternoon free to explore its charms. From its fascinating architecture to its picturesque cobblestone streets, every corner promises to amaze us with its beauty and history. We can stroll along the Douro River, visit iconic wineries, or simply soak up the lively atmosphere of its squares.
Dinner and overnight stay on board, docked in Porto. 
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Porto
Full board on board. Morning in Porto, considered the maritime gateway to the Douro and northern... more+ Portugal. Porto is a true feast for the eyes, a city that captivates from the very first glance thanks to its hills, its time-worn houses, and its magical atmosphere—and especially thanks to the Ribeira district, where you can admire breathtaking views and watch ships pass under the Dom Luís I Bridge, a steel structure built by a close associate of Gustave Eiffel.
Optional: panoramic tour of Porto. Discover the lively city of Porto, its Old Town, the Ribeira district, and the iconic port wine cellars of Vila Nova de Gaia.
Dinner and overnight stay on board. 
Optional services: Panoramic tour of the city of Porto, more+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Porto
Disembarkation after breakfast. End of our services.
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner

included

The price includes
Spanish guide (no minimum number of participants required)
Beverage package: draft beer, house wine, non-alcoholic beverages, water, coffee, and tea from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m
Snacks in the lounge at 6:30 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.
Welcome and farewell cocktail party
Live music
Captain's dinner
Port and tourist taxes
Medical assistance insurance
Luggage service on board
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
Possible fuel price increases
Guide speaking English, Italian, German, or French (if excursions are organized with a minimum of 10 passengers per language)
Drinks not mentioned
Flights
Cancellation insurance
Laundry
Mini bar
Tips : 70 € / people
Activities not included in the program
Meals not included in the program
Filovent cancellation cover more+
Filovent comprehensive cover more+
Additional information
Languages spoken on board: English and Spanish
Optional services
Flights not included in the programme are available on request
Activities and excursions upon request more+

Activities

Visit to the Quinta da Avessada wine cellar
Not included
Excursion to Castelo Rodrigo
Not included
Full day excursion to Salamanca with lunch
Not included
Tour of Quinta do Tedo and the Douro Museum
Not included
Panoramic tour of the city of Porto
Not included

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  • Filovent partner since 2024
  • Last booking with this partner in October 2026
  • 30 bookings with this partner
  • Partner's overall rating: 8.3 / 10 (11 reviews)
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