Douro River Valley

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 Cruise Length
8 Days
 Cruise Starts
Porto
 Cruise Finishes
Porto
8 Day Douro River Valley Itinerary (Uniworld)
Countries Explored: Portugal, Spain
 Cruise Length
8 Days
 Cruise Starts
Porto
 Cruise Finishes
Porto
8 Day Douro River Valley Itinerary (Uniworld)
Countries Explored: Portugal, Spain
Ship
Departures
Passengers
98
Crew
37
Launched
2021
Cruise Code
UNIDRV
Ship
Departures
Passengers
98
Crew
37
Launched
2021
Cruise Code
UNIDRV

Overview

An extraordinary journey designed for culturally curious travelers. 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. Enjoy private tastings of Port. Explore Porto’s historic Ribeira district, home to iconic rabelo boats, cutting-edge cuisine and a thriving art scene. Wind your way through the dramatic landscapes of the UNESCO-designated Douro Valley, heading ashore to visit charming quintas and meet the winemakers who operate them. See the famous university of Salamanca, Spain, and visit the...read more mountaintop village of Castelo Rodrigo. There’s no better way to discover Europe’s best-kept secret than this scenic and all-inclusive river cruise!
An extraordinary journey designed for culturally curious travelers. 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. Enjoy private tastings of Port. Explore Porto’s historic Ribeira district, home to iconic rabelo boats, cutting-edge cuisine and a thriving art scene. Wind your way through the dramatic landscapes of the UNESCO-designated Douro Valley, heading ashore to visit charming quintas and meet the winemakers who operate them. See the famous university of Salamanca, Spain, and visit the...read more mountaintop village of Castelo Rodrigo. There’s no better way to discover Europe’s best-kept secret than this scenic and all-inclusive river cruise!

Itinerary

Arrive in Porto, the port city at the mouth of the Douro.

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. Later, partake in 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. (B/L/D)

Featured Excursions: Choice of Douro Museum OR Local Quinta Guided Tour with Tasting OR Cooking with the Condessa OR Let's Go: Vineyard Hike and Wine Tasting at a Local Quinta

Note: In the evening, a special Captain's Welcome Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you.

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. Alternatively, 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 Excursions: Choice of Castelo Rodrigo OR Archaeological Park of the Côa Valley

Today, you can visit the historic university town of Salamanca—the “Golden City”—famous for its sand-colored 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/L/D)

Featured Excursion: Salamanca - The Golden City and Spain's Oldest University

Discover the wonders of a special town right in the gateway of the Douro Valley, Lamego. Later, enjoy a Night Out with dinner at a local quinta. (B/L/D)

Featured Excursions: Choice of Lamego Walking Tour with Tasting OR Nights Out: Dinner at a Local Quinta

Discover the oldest town in Portugal today on a visit to Braga, where 2,000 years of history mingle with a youthful modern culture. (B/L/FD)

Featured Excursion: Braga City Tour

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 to explore Portugal on foot or by panoramic drive. (B/L/WD)

Featured Excursions: Choice of Porto Panoramic Tour OR Do as the Locals Do: Porto Walking Tour OR Let's Go: Porto to the Sea Bike Tour

Note: In the evening, a special Captain's Farewell Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you.

If your cruise/tour package includes a group departure transfer or if you have purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to Porto Airport for your flight home. (B)

Arrive in Porto, the port city at the mouth of the Douro.

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. Later, partake in 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. (B/L/D)

Featured Excursions: Choice of Douro Museum OR Local Quinta Guided Tour with Tasting OR Cooking with the Condessa OR Let's Go: Vineyard Hike and Wine Tasting at a Local Quinta

Note: In the evening, a special Captain's Welcome Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you.

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. Alternatively, 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 Excursions: Choice of Castelo Rodrigo OR Archaeological Park of the Côa Valley

Today, you can visit the historic university town of Salamanca—the “Golden City”—famous for its sand-colored 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/L/D)

Featured Excursion: Salamanca - The Golden City and Spain's Oldest University

Discover the wonders of a special town right in the gateway of the Douro Valley, Lamego. Later, enjoy a Night Out with dinner at a local quinta. (B/L/D)

Featured Excursions: Choice of Lamego Walking Tour with Tasting OR Nights Out: Dinner at a Local Quinta

Discover the oldest town in Portugal today on a visit to Braga, where 2,000 years of history mingle with a youthful modern culture. (B/L/FD)

Featured Excursion: Braga City Tour

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 to explore Portugal on foot or by panoramic drive. (B/L/WD)

Featured Excursions: Choice of Porto Panoramic Tour OR Do as the Locals Do: Porto Walking Tour OR Let's Go: Porto to the Sea Bike Tour

Note: In the evening, a special Captain's Farewell Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you.

If your cruise/tour package includes a group departure transfer or if you have purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to Porto Airport for your flight home. (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • 2 countries: Portugal & Spain
  • Multiple UNESCO World Heritage sites
  • Services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager
  • Group Transfers are included on arrival and departure days (please see terms and conditions for transfer guidelines)
  • Gratuities for onboard personnel (ship staff, crew, Cruise/Tour Manager) are included during the cruise/tour
  • Cultural enrichment, including captivating onboard local entertainment

  • 6 days of excursions, all fully hosted by English-speaking local experts
  • Guided “Do as the Locals Do” program
  • State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio-headset system on all excursions

  • All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
  • 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners
  • Welcome and Farewell Dinners
  • Unlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, specialty coffee and tea, soft drinks, and mineral water

  • 7-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the chic S.S. São Gabriel
  • Beautifully appointed riverview staterooms and suites with hotel-style beds, draped in fine linens with a choice of pillows
  • Free Wi-Fi

  • Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
  • Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included

  • 2 countries: Portugal & Spain
  • Multiple UNESCO World Heritage sites
  • Services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager
  • Group Transfers are included on arrival and departure days (please see terms and conditions for transfer guidelines)
  • Gratuities for onboard personnel (ship staff, crew, Cruise/Tour Manager) are included during the cruise/tour
  • Cultural enrichment, including captivating onboard local entertainment

  • 6 days of excursions, all fully hosted by English-speaking local experts
  • Guided “Do as the Locals Do” program
  • State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio-headset system on all excursions

  • All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
  • 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners
  • Welcome and Farewell Dinners
  • Unlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, specialty coffee and tea, soft drinks, and mineral water

  • 7-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the chic S.S. São Gabriel
  • Beautifully appointed riverview staterooms and suites with hotel-style beds, draped in fine linens with a choice of pillows
  • Free Wi-Fi

  • Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
  • Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included

Life Onboard S.S. Sao Gabriel

S.S. Sao Gabriel
S.S. Sao Gabriel

The 98-passenger S.S. São Gabriel embodies the beautiful Douro River Valley like no other ship in the region. Read more

All-Inclusive Luxury
All-Inclusive Luxury

Uniworld has elevated all-inclusive river cruising on the Douro to an entirely new level. Read more

Curated Experiences
Curated Experiences

Shore excursions for every traveler type. Select whichever included excursions interest you the most. Read more

Wellness
Wellness

Your Uniworld experience includes many options for you to stay fit both on board and onshore. Read more

Outstanding Service
Outstanding Service

Uniworld strives to go above and beyond to deliver you a truly exceptional travel experience. Read more

Culinary Excellence
Culinary Excellence

Be treated to world-class cuisine made from fresh ingredients, locally sourced from the destinations you visit. Read more

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