Tauck River Cruises, Cruising the Douro River Valley, September 15, 2023

Cruising from: Porto, Portugal;

Departure Date: 15 September, 2023;

Cruise Line: Tauck River Cruises;

Cruise Ship: MS Andorinha;

Duration: 8 days;

Ports of Call: Porto, Douro Valley, Regua, Vega de Terron, Pocinho, Pinhao, Guimaraes, Porto;

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 Douro Valley, Portugal

Cruising the Douro Valley is a pleasant surprise for those who like to discover the secrets of Europe cruises. Douro Valley offers a wide range of experiences for every taste and every mood. From historic streets, shops and monuments, to the heart of magical Douro Valley covered with vineyards and the best wineries in Douro Valley.

Day 2 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 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 Pocinho, Portugal

Pocinho is a village in northern Portugal. The village is in the heart of the vineyard region but as it is so small there is not much to see apart from the dam, hydroelectric plant and the two bridges. Passengers can explore the valley and visit Coa Valley Museum or canoe on Sabor River.

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 Guimaraes, Portugal

Guimaraes is a city and municipality located in northern Portugal. It is considered the birthplace of Portugal because Afonso Henriques the first king of Portugal, was born here. As a tourist destination, there is a lot to see and do in Guimaraes, since its extensive history is reflected in the variety of national monuments and historic buildings.

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.