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A-ROSA River Cruises, Experience the Douro from Porto, September 13, 2023

A-ROSA River Cruises Douro 7-day route

Cruising from: Porto, Portugal;

Departure Date: 13 September, 2023;

Cruise Line: A-ROSA River Cruises;

Cruise Ship: A-ROSA Alva;

Duration: 7 days;

Ports of Call: Porto, Regua, Pinhao, Vega de Terron, Barca dAlva, Pinhao, Porto, Porto;



7-day cruise to Porto, Regua, Pinhao, Vega de Terron, Barca dAlva, Pinhao, Porto, Porto on board A-ROSA Alva.

Day 0 Porto, Portugal

Porto is the second-largest city in Portugal after Lisbon. Porto is a fascinating and vibrant city that is rapidly becoming one of Western Europe's most respected tourist destinations. The city boasts an extensive history, interesting tourist attractions, a buzzing nightlife, and outstanding tourist facilities. There is a lot to see in Porto like gardens or street art & cutting-edge architecture.

Day 1 Regua, Portugal

Peso da Regua, situated on the banks of the River Douro, played a fundamental role in the production and sale of Port wine. Most visitors stop in just long enough to visit the excellent Museu do Douro and get recommendations, maps and directions to nearby wineries. For those who linger, Regua makes a convenient base to visit the port-wine country, cruise the Rio Douro and take a scenic riverside train ride.

Day 2 Pinhao, Portugal

Pinhao is a small town sitting in a charming bend of the Douro river. This town is surrounded by the hillsides and terraces where one of the world's best wines is made. Besides many wineries, it's worth noting the beautiful train station ornamented with tiles representing images of the vendimia (wine harvest).

Day 3 Vega de Terron, Spain

Vega de Terron is one of the main drop-off points for excursions to the historic city of Salamanca. With Portuguese and Spanish influences, Vega de Terron is a charming settlement dotted on the banks of the fascinating waterway across from the beautiful Douro International Nature Park. It doesn't take long to explore the highlights of Vega de Terron, and with its unspoiled beauty stays simplistic and rural.

Day 4 Barca dAlva, Portugal

Barca D'Alva, the last Portuguese village along the Douro river, is less than 2km from the Spanish border. Region of unique landscapes surrounded by mountains, and with a few cafes, restaurants and shops is an unusual place to visit. Between late February and early March, the village is bathed in white and light pink that comes with the blossoming of the almond trees, thus marking the beginning of spring.

Day 5 Pinhao, Portugal

Pinhao is a small town sitting in a charming bend of the Douro river. This town is surrounded by the hillsides and terraces where one of the world's best wines is made. Besides many wineries, it's worth noting the beautiful train station ornamented with tiles representing images of the vendimia (wine harvest).

Day 6 Porto, Portugal

Porto is the second-largest city in Portugal after Lisbon. Porto is a fascinating and vibrant city that is rapidly becoming one of Western Europe's most respected tourist destinations. The city boasts an extensive history, interesting tourist attractions, a buzzing nightlife, and outstanding tourist facilities. There is a lot to see in Porto like gardens or street art & cutting-edge architecture.

Day 7 Porto, Portugal

Porto is the second-largest city in Portugal after Lisbon. Porto is a fascinating and vibrant city that is rapidly becoming one of Western Europe's most respected tourist destinations. The city boasts an extensive history, interesting tourist attractions, a buzzing nightlife, and outstanding tourist facilities. There is a lot to see in Porto like gardens or street art & cutting-edge architecture.

Enjoy magnificent scenery and unique experiences on this Douro river cruise with A-ROSA River Cruises. Sail with A-ROSA River Cruises from Porto to Douro on board A-ROSA Alva. Discover the best of Portugal, Spain on this Douro cruise and discover amazing Porto, Regua, Pinhao, Vega de Terron, Barca dAlva, Pinhao, Porto, Porto. A-ROSA Alva leaving Porto, Portugal for 7 day from September 13, 2023.


Douro River cruise September 2023


Port order and/or content may vary, please check specific sailing date for details at A-ROSA River Cruises website. Port arrival and departure times are approximate and subject to change without notice. For more information please visit the A-ROSA River Cruises website.