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The Douro Valley, unspoilt nature

Looking for a vacation with a change of scenery, relaxation, exclusivity and a wealth of cultural visits, all while letting yourself be carried away?

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Main characteristics
Model of the boat: Péniche
Type:
Number of cabins: 71
Maximum capacity: 138 travelers
Crew members: 25

Cabin

Intermediate Deck - Double Cabin - Cat A
Cabins with high-opening windows. Premium location cabins.
Main Deck - Double Cabin - Cat A
Cabins with windows . Premium location cabins.
Upper Deck - Double Cabin - Cat A
Cabins with French balconies and large sliding panoramic windows. Premium location cabins.
Intermediate Deck - Single - Cat A
Cabins with high-opening windows. Premium location cabins.
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NB: The photos, information and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The indicated itinerary and program may be modified without prior notice for technical reasons (decision of the captain).

Sailing itineraries

Porto
Boarding at 5pm. Introduction to the crew and welcome cocktail. Sailing to the mouth of the Douro... see+ (weather permitting). 
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Porto Regua
Morning excursion included: Porto. Departure by coach for a guided tour of Porto. You'll visit the... see+ Stock Exchange Palace, where you'll see the gilded hall covered in gold leaf and the Moorish salon inspired by the Alhambra, followed by the Sao Francisco Church, a Gothic and Baroque masterpiece. At the end of the tour, you'll head to one of the famous wine cellars for a tasting session. Return to the boat.
Afternoon sailing. Sail through the Douro Valley. Bordered by vineyards for almost 200 km, the Golden River reveals its wild and unspoilt nature to the traveller. To tame the river, dams and locks calm its course. You'll pass through the gigantic Carrapatello lock, the highest in Europe at 35 m.
Arrival in Régua in the evening. Night stopover. Evening dance or evening stroll (free). 
Activities: Optional services: Guided tour of Porto, see+
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Regua Pinhao Vega de Terron
Morning excursions included:
Hikers: hike to Provesende. Through scrubland, forests and hillsides,... see+ we follow the ridges to the village of Provesende, one of Portugal's oldest villages (duration 2h30 to 3h, 7 km, elevation gain 320 m).
Accompanying adults: vila Real and casa de Mateus. Nicknamed the "royal city", this elegant little town has preserved its patrician mansions adorned with coats of arms and traditional wrought-iron balconies. To tantalize your taste buds, try the local pastry "cristas de galo". Then on to the Solar de Mateus manor house, a magnificent 18th-century Baroque edifice. Take a stroll through the splendid formal garden.
Return to Pinhão.
Afternoon sailing to Vega de Terron. You'll sail through the heart of Porto's most famous vineyards, where men have carved out the mountains to shape the undulating vine-covered terraces. Nourished by the mists of the river and flooded with sunshine, they produce the famous Port wine. You'll pass through the Valeira and Pocinho locks. Arrival in the evening at Vega de Terron. Overnight stopover. 
Activities: Includes: Vila Réal and Casa de Mateus, Hiking to Provesende, see+
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Vega de Terron Salamanca Barca d'Alva
Excursion for hikers and accompanying persons: day trip to Salamanca. Salamanca's joie de vivre and... see+ dynamism are outstanding. Not to be outdone by its architectural heritage, its historic heart has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take a walking tour of the city, the cathedral and the famous university, which today boasts an international reputation. Founded in the 12th century, it's one of those must-see places.
Return on board to Barca d'Alva. Overnight stopover. Flamenco evening on board. 
Activities: Includes: Explore Salamanca on foot, Flamenco evening, see+
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Barca d'Alva Senhora da Ribeira
Morning excursions included:
Hikers: the cliff of birds of prey. This hike takes place in a wild,... see+ mountainous setting with magnificent views over the Douro and Spain. Located in the Douro Natural Park, you're sure to catch a glimpse of eagles, vultures and kites. Binoculars recommended (not supplied). Packed lunch provided (duration 3h, 8 km, ascent 530 m).
Accompanying adults : Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo, a small medieval village with charming winding streets overlooking the plateau stretching towards Spain. With its imposing ramparts, Castelo Rodrigo preserves the traces of a turbulent history divided between Spain and Portugal, as Christian and Muslim troops fought over this territory. Stroll through the village's medieval streets, discovering the church of Notre-Dame de Rocamador and its pretty houses within the walls. In the heart of the castle ruins, discover local specialties and crafts produced by a local, who will be delighted to show you around and explain how they are made.
Return on board.
Afternoon sailing to Senhora da Ribeira. You're back in the magnificent Douro valley, covered with trellised vineyards plunging masterfully into the river. From curves to meanders, it's a sight you'll never tire of.
Gala evening. 
Activities: Includes: The raptor cliff, Explore Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo, see+
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Senhora da Ribeira Ferradosa Pinhao Regua Bitetos
Hikers: hiking in the Portuguese vineyards. Transfer by coach to Sao Joao da Pesqueira and start... see+ your hike. Hiking enthusiasts will discover a paradise of unspoilt nature. Basket lunch provided (duration 4 hrs, 14 km, altitude difference 500 m downhill).
Accompanying persons: Pinhão and port wine tasting. The perfect time to admire this incredible vineyard. Along the winding roads, you'll catch a glimpse of the region's characteristic landscapes, not forgetting the villages of San Salvator do Mundo and Sao Joao da Pesqueira. A port wine tasting at the end of the tour is a must.
Afternoon sailing to Bitetos.
Fado evening on board. 
Activities: Includes: Pinhao and Porto wine tasting, Hiking in the Portuguese vineyards, see+
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Bitetos Porto
Morning sailing to Porto.
Excursions included:
Hikers: hike along the Douro, towards the Douro... see+ estuary, then the Atlantic coast to the south. Magnificent views of the city and the ocean (duration 2h to 2h30, 8 km, no change in altitude).
Accompanying adults : Guimarães. Departure by coach for Guimarães. Considered the cradle of Portugal, Guimarães was the birthplace of Alphonse Henriques, the country's first king. The medieval heart of the city, located within the city walls, has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Folklore evening on board. 
Activities: Includes: Walking along the Douro, Guimarães guided tour, see+
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Porto
Buffet breakfast on board, disembarkation at 9am. End of our services.
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Option to privatize the boat on request
The price includes
unlimited tea and coffee on board
Water
Assistance from the onboard entertainment team
Onboard entertainment
Welcome cocktail
The gala evening
Assistance / repatriation insurance
Port taxes
Walks and excursions as per program
Accompaniment by a certified hiking guide
Bed linen, towels, shower gel and shampoo
The activities included in the program
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
Cancellation/luggage insurance
Personal expenses
Drinks on special menus
Beverages taken with meals during excursions or transfers
Routing
Activities not included in the program
Meals not included in the program
Tips for guides and/or crew
Optional services
Flights not included in the program are available on request
Activities and excursions on request see+

Activities

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Upper Deck - Double Cabin - Cat B
  • Upper Deck - Double Cabin - Cat B
  • Privatization
Travelers: 2
Price for 2 people:
$5,204
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