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Enticing Douro

Cruising through the Douro River

Winding vineyards and quaint farms hug the dramatic slopes of the Douro River Valley, offering a breathtaking glimpse into one of Europe’s most untouched and storied regions—Port country, home to the world’s oldest wine region. Embark on a roundtrip journey from Porto, the enchanting “City of Bridges,” to discover Regua, the heart of the Douro Valley, and Salamanca, the UNESCO-celebrated “Golden City.” Along the way, savor exquisite wines from historic estates and immerse yourself in the serene, timeless beauty of this unspoiled landscape.


About this UnTour Cruise

Itinerary Highlights

Porto, Régua, Pinhão, Vega de Terrón

Enjoy an extensive lineup of included tours. In many cases, you will have a choice of excursions, such as standard tours, bike tours, hikes and Special Interest Tours. This cruise always includes a large variety of activities to choose how you want to explore. No matter your preference, your days will be full of discovery and wonder.

Air Options

Special airfares may be available. Please inquire for details.

What's included

  • 7 nights luxury accommodation in an outside stateroom
  • Entertainment-On-Demand in all staterooms featuring free high-speed internet access, movies, a music library and English language TV stations
  • Mini-fridge, desk and sitting area
  • Bottled water replenished daily
  • Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during both cruise and land programs
  • Internet and Wi-Fi access
  • Sun deck with pool
  • Fitness room
  • Main Lounge with panoramic views and bar
  • Daily entertainment including cultural performances
  • All onboard dining in a variety of venues
  • Regionally inspired cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients
  • The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant
  • Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner, Captain's Cocktail, Portuguese Dinner, and Gala Dinner
  • Unlimited fine wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
  • Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast
  • Sip & Sail Daily Cocktail Hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks
  • Tapas, sandwiches, snacks and refreshments served daily in the Main Lounge
  • Immersive tours in every destination
  • Gentle, regular, active and late-riser tour options
  • Bike tours and hikes
  • Knowledgeable guides
  • Airport transfers (with purchase of Air only)

Itinerary

Day 1, EMBARKATION – PORTO, PORTUGAL

Board the ship for your Enticing Douro cruise. (D)

Day 2, RÉGUA

This tranquil village offers an authentic slice of Douro River life. In the afternoon, visit the Baroque-style Palacio de Mateus and its gardens. Inside the house, you’ll see interesting furnishings, paintings and a ceiling of intricately carved wood. The gardens here are considered some of the most beautiful in Portugal. (B,L,D)

Day 3, VEGA DE TERRÓN

In the morning, spend time soaking up the beauty of this picturesque port before you visit Castelo Rodrigo, a small fortified village perched high on a hilltop with centuries-old walls, steep narrow streets and fantastic views. You can also opt to hike up to the village should you wish a more active exploration. (B,L,D)

Day 4, VEGA DE TERRÓN, SPAIN - SALAMANCA

Drive to Salamanca, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built of golden sandstone, Salamanca is known as a “living museum,” and you will have an opportunity to step back in time to the Middle Ages during your escorted tour, which includes the city’s elegant university buildings, the New Cathedral, the intriguingly decorated House of Shells and Plaza Mayor. (B,L,D)

Day 5 PINHÃO

Spend time soaking up the beauty of the Douro River as you cruise to Pinhão. Be treated to an exclusive lunch at Quinta da Avessada, where you’ll enjoy an authentic and traditional dining experience complete with entertainment. Quinta da Avessada is also a fascinating interactive museum commemorating the history and culture of wine in the Alto Douro region, so you’ll have fun discovering all the various stages of wine production as well as doing plenty of tasting. Savor the flavors of Portugal’s renowned fortified wine, vinho do porto, made exclusively in the Douro Valley. Head to a local quinta for your authentic Port-wine tasting experience and enjoy the sweet nectar of this fascinating region. (B,L,D)

Day 6, RÉGUA

Travel to picturesque Lamego, home to one of the most important pilgrimage sites in all of Portugal, where you’ll go to the Nossa Senhora dos Remédios (Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies). The shrine features a staircase of nearly 700 steps, beautifully decorated with white and blue tiles, which the more active adventurer will want to climb on a guided hike. Concluding both tours, you will have the opportunity to sample local traditional specialties, such as bôlas de Lamego, bread filled with smoked ham; presunto, a type of dry-cured ham; and Espumante, a Portuguese sparkling wine. (B,L,D)

Day, 7 PORTO

The colorful city of Porto blends the best of old and new, which you can discover on an escorted tour of the historic quarter, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, including the Cathedral, one of the city’s oldest monuments; and the São Bento Railway Station, known for its blue and white tile panels depicting scenes from Portuguese history. If you prefer to get more active, you can go on a guided hike. In the afternoon, you’ll also enjoy a tasting of Port, Portugal’s most renowned contribution to the world of wine. In the evening, relax on board during scenic cruise to Afurada, a magical fishing village, where you can explore during your free time. (B,L,D)

Day 8, PORTO – DISEMBARKATION

Disembark the ship and prepare for your flight home. (B)


Excursions

Immersive tours are included in every destination.


Pre-Cruise Options

3 Nights in Lisbon from $990 per person

Day 1: Arrive in Lisbon and check in to your hotel

Day 2: Lisbon – One of Europe’s most beautiful cities, Lisbon stretches across several hills along the Tagus River. On your escorted tour, you’ll see Belem Tower, a fortified four-story tower made of limestone, and visit the Late Gothic Jerónimos Monastery, the burial place of many Portuguese kings and heroes. You will also taste a typical Portuguese pastry, Pastéis de Belém, before going to Discoveries Monument, built in honor of Portugal’s greatest maritime explorers. (B)

Day 3: Lisbon – Enjoy a morning excursion to Serra de Sintra, one of the loveliest mountain villages in Portugal and a favorite summer residence of the Portuguese royal family for more than 500 years. Long an inspiration for artists and poets, Lord Byron once called it “perhaps the most delightful village in Europe.” High up on a rocky peak, you will tour Pena Palace, a wonderful fairytale castle dating back to Portugal’s Romantic period. (B)

Day 4: Ride a motorcoach to Tomar and take in the Castle and Covent of the Order of Christ, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is a brilliant work of 12th- to 16th-century architecture. Continue on to Porto and board the ship for your Enticing Douro cruise. (B,D)


Ship

AmaSintra

Timeless elegance spills from the decks of AmaSintra as the ship cruises along Portugal's Douro River. Rust and gold color schemes bring together the Douro’s breathtaking sunsets and a sepia hue that conjures timeworn snapshots of the world’s oldest demarcated wine region.

Most staterooms feature balconies from which to enjoy views of terraced vineyards, as well as Entertainment-On-Demand, climate-controlled air conditioning and an in-room safe. AmaSintra's passionate chefs will treat you to exquisite, locally-sourced cuisine paired with unlimited local wine—and the region’s signature Port—as well as beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner in the Main Restaurant.

Stateroom: 51 Passengers: 102

Staterooms:

Suite - Porto Deck: Balcony, 323 sq. ft.

Category A - Porto Deck: Outside Balcony, 215 sq. ft.

Category B - Lisbon Deck: Outside Balcony, 215 sq. ft.

Category C - Porto Deck: French Balcony, 161 sq. ft.

Category D - Douro Deck: Panoramic Window, 161 sq. ft.

Category E - Douro Deck: Panoramic Window, 161 sq. ft.


Disclaimer

Our staff have inspected this cruise and the above description and photographs reflect what they saw at that time. It is possible that the supplier has made changes to the cruise without our knowledge. While we do our best to keep up with any changes or improvements made to our cruises, we cannot guarantee that everything in the above description will be accurate.

Starting at $4039
Package includes

  • River-view stateroom
  • All onboard meals
  • Shore excursions
  • Port taxes & fees

Not Included

  • International Flights
  • Travel Insurance
  • Transportation to/from the port/ship
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Additional overnight(s) if required due to international flight timings