The cobbled streets and maritime atmosphere of Porto will charm you as you either explore the city as part of a Douro River cruise or an exploration of coastal Europe. This is the point of embarking & departure for many cruises, so you'll likely have time before and after your journey to explore the city in greater depth. The medieval Ribeira is home to a host of delightful cafes and colorful houses, and you'll also see architecture in the old town that dates back hundreds of years. The ornate bridges that span the waterways of this town are eclipsed only by the well-deserved reputation garnered by the world renowned port wine. Your tour will continue on towards Spain, France, or the Mediterranean. Contact us when you're ready to start planning your Porto adventure.

10 Best Cruises to Porto, Portugal for 2025-2026

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From Portugal to Spain: Porto, the Douro Valley (Portugal) and Salamanca (Spain)

8 Days from $2,635

Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard the MS Infante Don Henrique, exploring the breathtaking Douro Valley from Porto to Salamanca. Highlights include Porto's vibrant charm, Regua's winemaking traditions, and Lamego, Guimarães, and Afurada cultural stops.

Portugal to Spain - Porto, the Douro Valley and Salamanca

8 Days from $1,480

Get to know the history, culture and traditions of Portugal and Spain, on this 8-day voyage sailing along the Douro River on the MS Vasco de Gama. From Porto, cruise east toward Salamanca, making stops in Braga, Regua, Vila Réal, Vega de teron, Ferradosa, Pinhao and Lamego, which you can tour via coach or on foot.

Douro River Valley

Roundtrip Porto
8 Days from $5,499

Enjoy this 8-day cruise from Porto along the Douro River, exploring vineyards, historic sites, and scenic villages in Portugal aboard the S.S. Sao Gabriel.

Vida Portugal: Vineyards & Villages along the Douro

Roundtrip Porto
8 Days from $4,308

Embark on an 8-day Vida Portugal cruise aboard Avalon Alegria, exploring Portugal's Douro Valley. Enjoy guided tours of Porto, Braga, Guimarães, and the Interpretation Centre of the Romanesque. Discover historical sights and tastings in Peso da Régua and Lamego, and explore Freixo de Numão, Vila Nova de Foz Côa, and Freixo de Espada à Cinta.

Sail across the heart of Porto vineyards

Cruise and Hikes in The Douro Valley, A Nature Lover's Dream

8 Days from $2,968

Embark on a cruise through the heart of authentic Portugal and explore beautiful and unspoiled areas such as the Douro Nature Park and the Portuguese vineyards.

The Unforgettable Douro

Porto to Porto
11 Days from $14,290

Cruise the beautiful Douro Valley on an 11-day river cruise. Discover the treasures of Porto, the vineyards in Regua, Vinhateiro & the Côa Valley.

Delightful Douro with Lisbon

Lisbon to Porto
11 Days from $11,240

Start your 11-day tour and cruise with a 3 night stay in Lisbon before a stunning all-inclusive river cruise along the Douro river from picturesque Porto.

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3 Best Food & Wine Tours from Porto for 2025-2026

Trip Name	From	Days	Next Departure	Summary
Flavors of Portugal & Spain - Cruise Only	$3699	8	Mar 22, 2025	Embark on an 8-day Douro River cruise aboard the MS Amavida tasting of some of the regions most famous vintages and culinary delights. Take in the … 0
Enticing Douro	$4689	11	Mar 22, 2025	Taste wines from historic vineyards on this 11-day Douro River cruise aboard the MS Amadouro. After spending 3 days exploring Lisbon, embark on a … 0
Enticing Douro	$3699	8	Dec 21, 2024	Board the MS Amadouro for this 8-day roundtrip river cruise of the Douro River Valley departing from charming and historic Porto. As you cruise the … 0

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Introduction to the Mediterranean

Summer is the high travel season in the Mediterranean. The best time to take a Mediterranean cruise, however, is in the spring (May-June) or fall (September-October).

Highlights of Porto, Portugal
As its name infers, Porto is Portugal's main port city and the point of origin for both Mediterranean cruises and river cruises along the Douro.

While in Porto, you'll have the opportunity to do and see all that the city has to offer, like:

Sample Porto wine, a sweet fortified wine famous worldwide is the namesake of the city, or vice versa.
Admire the architecture and colorful houses that define the city's facade.
Try some locally brewed coffee in one of the charming cafes along the medieval Ribeira.
Explore the historic center, which has been dubbed a UNESCO World Heritage site for being one of the oldest and best-preserved historic old towns in Europe.

Best Porto Cruise Lines for 2025-2026

Emerald Waterways - a Swiss-based cruise company, offers Douro River cruises aboard the Emerald Radiance. Carefully created to take you on a memorable tour through Portugal's postcard-perfect northern regions, the round-trip sailings from the old city of Porto meander leisurely through the Douro Valley's awe-inspiring landscapes.

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10 Best Cruises to Porto, Portugal for 2025-2026

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