Vida Portugal: Vineyards & Villages Along the Douro with Lisbon

Welcome to Lisbon.

Your day in Lisbon is free to explore at your leisure.

Portuguese Treasures

• Classic: Explore Lisbon, Portugal's capital, with a Local Guide. Do not miss the must-see sights, including Belem Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries.

You might opt to join an optional gastronomic walking tour to learn about the authentic flavors, aromas, and traditions of Portugal. This evening you might join an optional excursion including a traditional Portuguese dinner, followed by a live concert of traditional Portuguese Fado music.

A Resplendent Royal Residence

• Classic: This afternoon, join us on a guided excursion to Sintra, where you will visit the National Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Afterwards, drive to Cabo da Roca and enjoy some free time in the Western most point of continental Europe.

In the morning you might join an optional excursion to learn how to bake the most well-known Portuguese tart, known as Pastel de Nata.

Portuguese Panoramas

Visit the Adventure Center on board for today's activities with your Adventure Host.

• Classic: Join a guided tour of Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Continue your experience with a ride to the riverside city of Matosinhos and up Avenida da Boavista to admire some of the modern charms of Porto – from ancient avenues to Avant-garde graffiti street art, OR:
• Classic: Enter a world of Celtic history and the reign of Cesar Augustus where five roads diverged to form an empire with a full-day guided tour of Braga. Marvel at the magnificent castle and San Miguel church in Guimarães, a UNESCO World Heritage Site*

Later, feel the passion of Portugal's soulful and stirring Fado music during a visit with local musicians on board.

OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN PORTO ANTIGO

*On March, October & November departures this excursion will be offered on day 7 and replaced by bike tour or Porto wine tasting.

Kayaks and Quintas in the Douro Valley.

Enjoy a relaxing cruise to Pocinho for a day in the Terra Quente region. Join your Adventure Host for today's special activities.

• Discovery: Join a Workshop conducted by a professional painter to discover the process of painting azulejos (traditional Portuguese tile)
• Active: Discover the Douro River by kayak on a guided adventure through Portugal's stunning valley. Enjoy breathtaking views and unforgettable moments (operates April to September only – weather dependent)*, OR:
• Discovery: Experience the charm of the Douro region with a visit to a historic vineyard estate. Enjoy a tasting of exquisite red, white, and port wines while soaking in stunning views and uncovering the rich heritage of this renowned winemaking region.
• Discovery: Join us for an onboard workshop to learn Portuguese language and culture. Discover essential words, charming stories, and clever tricks that bring this centuries-old language to life in an interactive and memorable way.

This evening, enjoy an onboard Flamenco show with local artists.

OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN BARCA D'ALVA

*On March, October & November a bike tour will be offered to replace this excursion.

Ancient Charm Meets Avant-Garde

• Active: Enjoy the wharfs of the Douro River and the coastal magnificence of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia, on a guided bike tour, OR:
• Discovery: Enjoy a guided visit to one of the many Port wine cellars, where a guide will accompany you through the cellar's facilities, explaining where the grapes are harvested and how the wines are made. At the end of your explorations, taste some of the wines, OR:
• Classic: Join a guided sightseeing tour of Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Continue your experience with a ride to the riverside city of Matosinhos and up Avenida da Boavista to admire some of the modern charms of Porto – from ancient avenues to Avant-garde graffiti street art.

This afternoon, you may choose to join in a guided optional excursion such as a scenic canal cruise on the Aveiro (Venice of Portugal) or explore a family - owned factory to witness the Portuguese art of cork and barrel production or a culinary tour experience. Perhaps simply spend time strolling through Porto's cobblestone lanes, lovely shops, and tempting tapas bars this afternoon before experiencing the energy of Porto's buzzing nightlife.

OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN PORTO

*On March, October & November the Porto sightseeing excursion, the bike tour and the Porto wine tasting will be offered on day 2. The full-day excursion to Braga and Guimarães originally planned for day 2 will be offered on this day. As an alternative, enjoy a sailing morning and free time in the afternoon in Porto.