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Plaza Mayor by night, Salamanca

Portugal to Spain - Porto, the Douro Valley and Salamanca

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Be carried away by the charm of the Mediterranean countries. From Portugal to Spain, you will visit Porto, a lively and fascinating city where you can taste its famous wine, or Guimarães, the beating heart of Portugal with a remarkable history that gives it today all its charm. We will guide you throughout this journey through the unique landscapes of the Douro but also cities with a rich heritage such as Lamego, Salamanca or Vila Real.
Charming city of Porto at nightNossa Senhora dos Remedios SanctuaryDouro River Vineyards, PortugalNew Cathedral, SalamancaPlaza Mayor by night, Salamanca
Highlights
  • Taste the wines of Porto
  • Tour in Vila Real by a coach
  • Explore the Manor Solar of Mateus
  • Discover the old city of Salamanca
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Day 1: Porto | Embark

Board the MS Gil Eanes at the end of the afternoon. Settle in your cabin and attend the crew introduction over a welcome cocktail. Enjoy a delightful dinner on board followed by an excursion to explore Porto by night.

Day 2: Porto - Regua

Excursions proposed :

CLASSIC: Guided tour of Porto, one of the oldest cities in Europe.

DISCOVERY:Touring Porto via tram and visiting the tram museum followed by a tasting of some of the local specialties in the old city.
In the afternoon, we'll cruise through the Douro Valley with its fabulous landscapes. Enjoy an evening of dancing or time at leisure in Regua tonight.

Day 3: Regua - Vega De Terron

This morning set off on an excursion to Vila Réal, a town with a great variety of religious buildings and architecture. In the afternoon, the cruise continues to the heart of the most famous vineyards in Porto to Vega de Terron. We'll arrive in the evening. Enjoy an evening of Flamenco entertainment.

Day 4: Barca D'alva - Salamanca

Excursions proposed :

CLASSIC: Salamanca. This town of dazzling beauty houses some extraordinary Roman, Arabic, and Christian architectural treasures.

DISCOVERY:Salamanca tapas tour. Return on board in Barca d'Alva. Enjoy an evening of entertainment.

Day 5: Barca D'alva - Ferradosa - Pinhao

This morning will be spent cruising. Join us on an excursion for both packages: "wines of Porto" excursion followed by a wine-tasting session*. Tonight's our gala dinner and evening.

Day 6: Pinhao - Porto

Excursion for both packages: Guided tour of Lamego. This afternoon will be spent cruising. Enjoy an evening of Fado-themed entertainment.

Day 7: Porto

This morning, enjoy time at leisure in Porto. In the afternoon, join us for the excursions proposed:

CLASSIC: Discover Guimaraes.

DISCOVERY: Hiking along the Atlantic coast all the way to Villa Nova de Gaïa, followed by a wine-tasting session*.

Enjoy an evening of traditional folk entertainment.

Day 8: Porto | Disembark

  • 1 Breakfast
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before you disembark and begin your journey back home.

Ship/Hotel

MS Gil Eanes

MS Gil Eanes Middle Deck Suite
MS Gil Eanes
MS Gil Eanes

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MS Gil Eanes
Main Deck-Cat A
8 double-occupancy cabins equipped with shower, flat-screen TV, hairdryer, safe, and closet.
MS Gil Eanes
Main Deck- Cat B
4 double cabins -equipped with shower, flat-screen TV, hairdryer, safe, and closet.
MS Gil Eanes
Main Deck- Cat C
2 double cabins -equipped with shower, flat-screen TV, hairdryer, safe, and closet.
MS Gil Eanes
Middle Deck-Cat A
24 double-occupancy cabins equipped with shower, flat-screen TV, hairdryer, safe, and closet.
MS Gil Eanes Middle Deck Suite
Middle Deck-Cat B
12 double cabins -equipped with shower, flat-screen TV, hairdryer, safe, and closet.
MS Gil Eanes Middle Deck Suite
Middle Deck-Cat C
MS Gil Eanes
Upper Deck-Cat A
32 double-occupancy cabins equipped with shower, flat-screen TV, hairdryer, safe, and closet.
MS Gil Eanes Upper Deck Suite
Upper Deck-Cat B
18 double cabins 2 suites -equipped with shower, flat-screen TV, hairdryer, safe, and closet

Notes

20% discount on children between 2-10 years
30% discount for 3rd person in triple cabin
Included
  • 7 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 7 Dinners
  • 7 Nights Accommodations
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Ground transportation as listed
  • Activities as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
  • Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
  • Double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom
  • Excursions included in the package selected
  • All port fees
  • Onboard Entertainment 
  • Assistance from onboard multi-lingual host/hostess
  • Welcome cocktail
  • Onboard drinks included (except for drinks from the special lists)
  • Gala dinner
  • Flamenco, Fado, and traditional folk entertainment
Excluded
  • Gratuities
  • Personal Expenses
  • Flight costs (please request a quote)
  • Additional excursions during free time
  • Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
  • Drinks from the special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers
  • Cancellation and baggage insurance
  • Transfers/travel to and from departure/arrival points

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Our guide and driver were very good with their knowledge and were very helpful with our questions. It was a very pleasant visit that would have been impossible to do on our own. Hotels and restaurants were fantastic. The special places we got to go to, like the kitchens, were great. Enjoyed the entire trip!
Meyer Smolen

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