Highlights of the Douro with Spain Riverboat Cruise

Depart the US for an overnight flight.

Transfer to and board the MS Riviera Rose, your home for 7 nights. (D)

Porto City Tour - Porto is on both sides of the Douro River, and its history and development are closely linked to the river. Porto is the second largest city in Portugal. Enjoy a panoramic Porto City Tour. Appreciate the stunning architecture, bell towers, baroque churches, and intricate tiles that are typical of traditional Portugal. Also dock in the charming town of Peso da Régua, visit the 126-acre Quinta da Pacheca, known as the first quinta to bottle wine under the name of its owner, the aristocrat Mariana Pacheco Pereira. Enjoy dinner accompanied by a selection of their wines. You will have an opportunity to wander through the 18th centure estate. (B,L,D)

Visit the historic 12th-century walled village of Castelo Rodrigo, tucked away in the picturesque highland ranges bordering Spain. The village is home to a well-preserved Gothic castle, a rare example of Leonese-style architecture. From Castelo Rodrigo, enjoy unobstructed views of the Spanish border and beyond. (B,L,D)

Motorcoach into Spain to visit Salamanca, a city of dazzling beauty with extraordinary architectural treasures and rich tradition. The Salamanca Walking Tour includes the Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the University, founded in 1218 and visit Salamanca’s two cathedrals. Lunch is included with a traditional Flamenco Show & leisure time in Salamanca. (B,L,D)

Enroute to Pinhao, visit & enjoy lunch with wine at Quinta da Avessada, an estate renowned for its amazing moscatel wines. This evening, arrive in the picturesque town of Pinhão, which sits on a bend of the Douro. (B,L,D)

Enjoy a Lamego Tour, a small picturesque old town rich in history & charm. Its 18th century Cathedral Sanctuary is an important place of pilgrimage. The large cathedral overlooks the town from the hilltop & features an impressive staircase with 686 steps beautifully decorated with blue & white tile. Later explore the landscaped gardens of Mateus Palace. Wine aficionados will recognise the palace from the label of Mateus Rosé, whose logo depicts the impressive facade. (B,L,D)

PICK YOUR EXCURSION - PORT CELLAR WINE TASTING OR GUIMARÃES Day 8 allows you to choose a Port Cellar Wine Tasting in Porto or join the Guimarães Tour, known for its foundational role in Portuguese history. In Guimarães, visit the Paço dos Duques de Bragança. Once the home of the first Duke of Braganza, the palace has been beautifully restored. Lunch is not included if you choose Guimarães. (B,L,D)

Transfer to the Porto Airport for your flight home. (B)