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Discover the hidden beauty of the Douro Valley with a tranquil cruise through picturesque scenery, culminating with three nights in Lisbon, Portugal’s capital. Explore Porto, Salamanca, and the Douro’s famous wine-producing Quintas.
This cruise combines fascinating tours with peaceful sailing time to make the most of the fantastic river views. Savour the flavours of authentic viticulture and choose excursions that take a deep dive into the heritage and culture of this Iberian region.
Whilst on the water, your cruise partner is one of Emerald Cruises iconic Star-Ships. Enjoy wall-to-wall luxury, gourmet regional and international cuisine, plus a fine selection of hand-picked vintages. Elegant suites mean it’s easy to sit back and enjoy the view.
Discover Iberia’s best-kept secret with this 10-night cruise on the Douro, the ultimate in tranquil river travel, complemented by three nights in Lisbon, Portugal’s exciting capital city. Interesting port stops and excursions punctuate the picturesque river scenery, plus there is plenty of sailing time for you to make the most of one of Emerald’s fleet of luxury Star-Ships. Enjoy elegant and well-appointed suites, gourmet cuisine, and a range of unique on-board features that are the envy of other cruise companies.
Arrive in Porto, where you will be met at the airport and transferred to your Emerald Cruises luxury Star-Ship, Emerald Radiance.
Enjoy a full day of sailing through the breathtaking and UNESCO World Heritage-listed Douro Valley. Soak up the warm atmosphere as the river meanders through sun-drenched valleys covered in picturesque terraced vineyards.
The day begins with a visit and wine tasting at the stunning 18th-century Quinta do Tedo vineyard, sitting on the confluence of the Tedo and Douro rivers. Guests can also opt for a guided walk through local vineyards or a kayak excursion in Pinhão.
Discover the ancient city of Salamanca. Known as the ‘Golden City,’ explore on a walking tour that includes the University dating back to 1218. Guests can also opt for a tour of Castelo Rodrigo with Emerald DiscoverMORE.
Sail into Pochino, where guests can visit the Côa Valley Museum or take an archaeological tour in a 4×4 vehicle. Lunch on board ship and enjoy a port wine cocktail lesson before dining at a rural wine estate in the evening.
Visit the magnificent Baroque village of Lamego with a guided tour that includes the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies, an option for those who want to tackle the 686 steps. EmeraldPLUS offers a mosaic tile painting lesson on board the ship.
At the mouth of the Douro River, Porto is an eclectic mix of contemporary and old architecture. Named after the red wine for which it is famous, take a stroll on the walking tour or join the guided active walk to discover this delightful city.
Disembark your Star-Ship and travel south to the beautiful town of Nazaré before heading to your final destination, Lisbon, where you will stay for three nights.
Surrounded by spectacular sea views, Lisbon, Portugal’s capital, is a haven of ancient architecture, terracotta-tiled houses, and echoes of the days of Empire. Enjoy a tour including the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Jerónimos Monastery.
Spend free time in Lisbon and explore independently with help available from the tour director if you want it. Emerald DiscoverMORE offers an optional excursion to Sintra with historic buildings, breathtaking landscapes and a stunning coastline.
Depart Lisbon with a transfer to the airport or train station to begin your journey back to the UK.
Arrive in Lisbon, where you will be met at the airport and transferred to your Emerald Cruises luxury Star-Ship, Emerald Radiance.
Spend free time in Lisbon and explore independently with help available from the tour director if you want it. Emerald DiscoverMORE offers an optional excursion to Sintra with historic buildings, breathtaking landscapes and a stunning coastline.
Surrounded by spectacular sea views, Lisbon, Portugal’s capital, is a haven of ancient architecture, terracotta-tiled houses, and echoes of the days of Empire. Enjoy a tour including the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Jerónimos Monastery.
Disembark your Star-Ship and travel south to the beautiful town of Nazaré before heading to your final destination, Lisbon, where you will stay for three nights.
At the mouth of the Douro River, Porto is an eclectic mix of contemporary and old architecture. Named after the red wine for which it is famous, take a stroll on the walking tour or join the guided active walk to discover this delightful city.
Visit the magnificent Baroque village of Lamego with a guided tour that includes the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies, an option for those who want to tackle the 686 steps. EmeraldPLUS offers a mosaic tile painting lesson on board the ship.
Sail into Pochino, where guests can visit the Côa Valley Museum or take an archaeological tour in a 4×4 vehicle. Lunch on board ship and enjoy a port wine cocktail lesson before dining at a rural wine estate in the evening.
Discover the ancient city of Salamanca. Known as the ‘Golden City,’ explore on a walking tour that includes the University dating back to 1218. Guests can also opt for a tour of Castelo Rodrigo with Emerald DiscoverMORE.
The day begins with a visit and wine tasting at the stunning 18th-century Quinta do Tedo vineyard, sitting on the confluence of the Tedo and Douro rivers. Guests can also opt for a guided walk through local vineyards or a kayak excursion in Pinhão.
Enjoy a full day of sailing through the breathtaking and UNESCO World Heritage-listed Douro Valley. Soak up the warm atmosphere as the river meanders through sun-drenched valleys covered in picturesque terraced vineyards.
Depart Porto with a transfer to the airport or train station to begin your journey back to the UK.
Discover the hidden secrets of the Douro & Lisbon
Discover the hidden secrets of the Douro & Lisbon with Crui.se
EmeraldACTIVE is a package of shore tours, on-board facilities, and classes designed to give you the active holiday of your dreams. You choose the activity level, whether taking a guided hike or a bike tour. On board, enjoy the wellness and fitness centre, and there are guided fitness classes on select sailings. EmeraldACTIVE is included in your cruise price.
Emerald Cruises offers passengers the ultimate peace of mind and reassurance as we are a member of both ATOL (Number 9294) and ABTA (Number Y6328).
Emerald Cruises prides itself on being as inclusive as possible, welcoming passengers with physical restrictions, medical conditions, or disabilities. However, sometimes, there may be limitations imposed by the ship’s design. Our friendly reservations team can talk this through with you when you book. They can also discuss the shore excursions, which can require accessing motor coaches via a set of steps or walking across uneven terrain in historic locations. Talk to us about your specific needs – we are always happy to help.