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Douro River Valley
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8-DAYS I PORTO TO PORTO 2 COUNTRIES FIVE-STAR CUISINE THROUGHOUT IMMERSIVE EXCURSIONS EVERY DAY
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
Gala Dinners • Locally inspired onboard entertainment • Free Wi-Fi access • All on board gratuities On-shore • Immersive and inspiring shore excursions in every port of call, many of which exclusive to Uniworld • Visits to 3 UNESCO World
Heritage Sites • Airport to ship transfers • Flights from many UK airports
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 £4,399 £3,959
French Balcony £5,899 £5,309
Summer
Classic £3,299 £2,969
French Balcony £4,799 £4,319
Weekly departures available from April - November. Prices are per person based on two guests sharing a classic stateroom (or equivalent). Prices are all inclusive based on flights from London. Spring / Autumn price based on 12 Nov. Summer price based on 23 Jul.
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