Depart to Porto, Portugal on overnight flight.

Upon arrival, transfer to Douro Marina for embarkation. After arrival formalities, time to relax on board.

In the evening, crew introduction and welcome dinner. Overnight stay in the town. Dinner and accommodation on board.

Meal: Dinner

Please note the difference in tour arrangements for the following departures:

- March 27, July 13 & October 31, 2026 Departures: 6-day cruise with post-cruise Lisbon tour

- August 9, 2026 Departure: Features a Lisbon pre-cruise tour before the 6-day cruise.

For detailed day-by-day itineraries, please refer to the corresponding tour flyer.

Full board on board. Porto is a true delight for the eyes, a city that can captivate from the very first moment thanks to its hills, its charmingly decaying houses, and its magical atmosphere—especially the Ribeira district, from where you can enjoy incredible views and see boats passing under the Dom Luís I Bridge, an iron construction by a close collaborator of Gustave Eiffel.

Embark on a city tour to discover the vibrant city of Porto, with its historic center, the Ribeira, and its iconic Port wine cellars. Night on board.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Full board on board. At the first light of dawn, we depart from Porto heading to Régua, where we will arrive after lunch. Régua, known as the wine capital of the Douro, is an essential destination for those wishing to explore the Douro Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The town lies in an impressive natural amphitheater formed by steep slate hills with terraced vineyards carved into the rock and serves as the ideal starting point to discover the world’s oldest demarcated wine region, regulated since 1756. Night on board.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Full board on board. Morning of sailing. In the afternoon, we will arrive in Pinhão, a town considered the center of the Douro Region with Designation of Origin, where many of the estates producing Port wine are located, some of which offer accommodation as rural tourism. It is also worth mentioning the railway station building, built at the end of the 19th century, whose interior is entirely covered with tile panels. 

Overnight stop in the town. Night on board.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Full board on board. Early in the morning, we depart from Pinhão heading to Vega de Terrón. Take advantage of the morning to admire the wonderful views offered by the Douro Valley. After lunch, we dock in Pocinho, a small village in northern Portugal, known as the starting point of the railway line known as the Douro Line. A unique feature of this route is that the rails and sleepers are laid just a few meters from the river’s edge.

In the afternoon, we will arrive at the pier of Vega de Terrón, located where the Águeda River flows into the Douro. The old border landing was converted into a river pier at the end of the 19th century and was rebuilt at the end of the 20th century for tourist and commercial purposes. The pier belongs to the municipality of La Fregeneda in the province of Salamanca and is situated in the area of greatest tourist interest, known as the Arribes del Duero Natural Park. Overnight stop in the town. Dinner and night on board.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembark. Then transfer to Lisbon. The city tour begins with a stop at the top of Edward VII’s Park to enjoy a magnificent view over the hills of Lisbon and the River Tagus. Next, view the treasured 16th century Belem Tower and the Jeronimos Monastery, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Afterwards, visit the Cathedral of Lisbon and enjoy the elegant Liberdade Avenue. Then transfer to the hotel in Lisbon.

Meals: Breakfast

Enjoy your free time in Lisbon. Indulge in the delights of Lisbon at your own pace during your leisure time. Explore the city's historic neighborhoods, each brimming with its own unique charm. Lisbon offers a myriad of cultural experiences, from its vibrant street art to its bustling markets, ensuring that your free time here is filled with unforgettable moments.

Meals: Breakfast

Enjoy your free time in Lisbon. 

Meals: Breakfast

Today, transfer to the airport for your return flight.

Meal: Breakfast