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DOURO RIVER VALLEY
Super Ship São Gabriel - Maximum Guests: 100 As you follow the Douro River through Portugal and into Spain, you’ll cruise past steeply terraced hillsides, quaint villages and acres of ripe vineyards. There’s no better way to discover Europe’s best-kept secret than this scenic and all-inclusive river cruise!
Once-in-a-lifetime experiences
• Head ashore for a choice of daily excursions, including multiple tastings of port at awardwinning, prestigious estates.
• Take in the scenic delights as you sail from Vila Nova da Gaia to the mouth of the Douro River and back. • Dine at a family-run restaurant for a typical Portuguese lunch, which includes Portugal’s iconic caldo verde. • Cruise through the UNESCO
Listed Douro River Valley, a region described by many as the best kept secret in river cruising.
DAY 1: Porto (Embark)
Welcome to Porto. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative to be transferred directly to board the Super Ship São Gabriel to begin your luxury river cruise. (D)
DAY 2: Porto Entre-os-Rios
Portugal’s second city (after Lisbon), Porto gave its name to the nation’s most famous export, Port wine, and to the nation itself. Today, choose between two distinctively Portuguese ways to explore Porto. (B, L, WD)
Featured Excursions: Choice of Porto city tour or “Do as the Locals Do” Porto walking tour.
DAY 3: Entre-os-Rios Régua Pinhão
Today is all about wine, which has been cultivated in the Douro River Valley since ancient Roman times. Get a crash course on the history of Port during your visit to the Douro Museum. (B, L, D)
DAY 4: Pinhão Pocinho Vega de Terrón
Head ashore for a choice of excursions, including a tasting at a prestigious Port wine estate or a vineyard hike with a wine tasting at a local quinta. Later, lace up your hiking boots and unleash your inner Indiana Jones with an up-close gander at some prehistoric carvings at an archaeological park. (B, L, D)
Featured Excursion: Choice of Archaeological Park of the Côa Valley.
Your Call: Choice of Quinta do Seixo guided tour with tasting or vineyard hike and tasting at a local quinta.
DAY 5: Vega de Terrón (Salamanca) Barca d’Alva
Today, you can visit the historic university town of Salamanca-the “Golden Cityfamous for its sand-coloured buildings and abundance of churches. Feel the centuries fall away as your ship winds its way through the pristine, dramatic UNESCO-protected landscapes of the Douro River Valley. (B, D)
Every Luxury Included
On-board • Unlimited fine wines, handmade cocktails, top-shelf spirits and local beers • Best Dining Experiences on the World’s Rivers • Welcome and Farewell
Heritage Sites • Airport to ship transfers
Featured Excursion: Salamanca, the Golden City, and Spain’s oldest university.
DAY 6: Barca d’Alva Régua
Go medieval today at Castelo Rodrigo, both the name of a hilltop castle as well as the village that surrounds it. The view from the top is incredible and the village is a charming place to ramble, relax and replenish. (B, L, D)
Featured Excursions: Visit Castelo Rodrigo.
DAY 7: Régua (Guimarães) Porto
Explore Guimarães, the town where Portugal was born. Its well-preserved architecture and stylish young residents make it a pleasure to visit. Or opt for a leisurely walking tour through Ribeira’s quaint cobbled streets. In the evening, a special Captain’s Farewell Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you. (B, L, FD)
Featured Excursions: Choice of Guimarães city tour or Ribiera Walking Tour.
DAY 8: Porto (Disembark)
Disembark the ship and be transferred to the airport to begin your journey home. (B)
Included Meals (B) Breakfast (L) Lunch (D) Dinner (WD/FD) Welcome/Farewell Dinner
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ON ANY 2023 DEPARTURE Book by 15 December
Spring/Autumn Cabin Type Was From Now From
Classic €4,599 €4,139
French Balcony €6,399 €5,759
Summer
Classic €4,599 €4,139
French Balcony €6,399 €5,759
Weekly departures available from April - November. Prices are per person based on two guests sharing a classic stateroom (or equivalent). Prices shown exclude flights & port fees. Spring / Autumn price based on 12 Nov. Summer price based on 23 Jul.
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DUTCH DELIGHT
River Empress - Maximum Guests: 130 With windmills, delicious cheeses, colourful flowers, a rich art history and more bikes than you can possibly imagine-the Netherlands is like nowhere else on earth. See the full spectrum of Dutch life, landscapes and customs on visits to bustling cities and small rural villages.
Once-in-a-lifetime experiences
• Dive into Dutch history, culture and cuisine on a river cruise through the Netherlands. • As part of our new “Night’s out” excursions, you will experience a night time cruise along the canals of Amsterdam, complete with surprise performances throughout.
DAY 1: Amsterdam (Embark)
Welcome to Amsterdam. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative to be transferred directly to board the River Empress to begin your luxury river cruise. Why not take this time to explore the surrounding area or get comfortable onboard the ship. (D)
DAY 2: Amsterdam Lemmer Harlingen
We’ll leave Amsterdam in the morning and head to the Province of Friesland in the northern corner of the Netherlands. Today we visit Lemmer, a resort town popular with Europe’s yacht-owners and water sport enthusiasts. In the evening, a special Captain’s Welcome Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you. (B, L, WD)
Your Call: Choice of Giethoorn, the “Little Venice” of the Netherlands or Lemmer walking tour.
DAY 3: Harlingen
The only seaport left in Friesland, Harlingen is a bustling fishing centre and the launch point for ferries to local islands. A quaint town, its canals are filled with sailboats and lined by traditional Dutch houses and historic buildings. Harlingen’s beaches are an excellent place to relax and breathe in the salted air of the Wadden Sea. (B, L, D)
Your Call: Choice of Harlingen Walking Tour or Harlingen “Village Day”
DAY 4: Nijmegen
Nijmegen is the oldest city in the Netherlands, having begun as an old Roman military camp over 2,000 years ago. Very close to the German border, its situation between the Meuse and Waal rivers renders its countryside particularly lush. In town, you’ll find hints of its Roman roots and Medieval castles. Notwithstanding its long history, Nijmegen is known for its upbeat and trendy atmosphere. (B, L, D)
Featured Excursion: Nijmegen Walking Tour.
DAY 5: Veere
Once a wealthy city known for its role in Dutch-Scottish wool trade, the Zeeland town of Veere is full of rich, Gothic-style buildings and is known to be particularly pretty. (B, L, D)
Featured Excursion: Stroll into the artists’ village of Veere.
Your Call: Choice of Delta Works Museum or “Let’s Go” biking the beach.
DAY 6: Rotterdam Schoonhoven
Despite having been destroyed during World War II, Rotterdam is now the largest seaport in Europe. When plans began to rebuild the city, Rotterdam decided to look towards the future. Known for its contemporary style, this city is unique in the Netherlands for being full of skyscrapers and whimsical architecture. (B, L, D)
Featured Excursions: Choice of The Hague with Mauritshuis visit or Dutch Culinary Stroll of Rotterdam’s Market Hall.
DAY 7: Schoonhoven Zaandam Amsterdam
We’ll start our journey for the day in Zaandam, where the Netherlands of yesteryear can be found in authentic wooden houses, windmills and craft shops. Then we return to Amsterdam, whose creative and unique local culture makes it one of the most sought-after destinations in Europe. In the evening, a special Captain’s Farewell Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you. (B, L, FD)
Featured Excursion: Amsterdam canal cruise at night or Zaanse Schans Windmills.
Exclusive Night Out: Cruise through Amsterdam’s iconic canals on a classic tour complete with hidden surprises along the way.
DAY 8: Amsterdam (Disembark)
Disembark the ship and be transferred to the airport to begin your journey home. (B)
Every Luxury Included
On-board • Unlimited fine wines, handmade cocktails, top-shelf spirits and local beers • Best Dining Experiences on the World’s Rivers • Welcome and Farewell
Heritage Sites • Airport to ship transfers
SAVE 10%
ON ANY 2023 DEPARTURE Book by 15 December
Spring/Autumn Cabin Type Was From Now From
Classic €2,799 €2,519
French Balcony €3,899 €3,509
Summer
Classic €2,799 €2,519
French Balcony €3,899 €3,509
Weekly departures available from July - August. Prices are per person based on two guests sharing a classic stateroom (or equivalent). Prices shown exclude flights & port fees. Spring / Autumn price based on 16 Aug. Summer price based on 5 Jul.
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