Win a Luxury 5-Star AmaWaterways River Cruise
Win an AmaWaterways Cruise
Win a Luxury 5-Star AmaWaterways River Cruise
Win an AmaWaterways Cruise
Discover the hidden delights of the Douro River, a meandering thread of tranquility that flows through some of Spain and Portugal’s most significant wine-growing regions.
Relax and enjoy the views of sun-drenched terraced vineyards with fascinating port excursions to picturesque villages, ancient wine quintas, and historic towns. Choose how much you want to explore with guided walking tours, bike rides, and hikes.
Relax on board a luxury Star-Ship with a choice of cabins and suites, five-star international and regional cuisine, an impressive selection of wines, and spacious communal areas to exercise, socialise, or just relax.
Cruise Line: Emerald Cruises 
Ship: Emerald Radiance 
Duration: 7 Nights 
Departure: May – Nov 2024 Discover the hidden charms of the Douro River Valley on a 7-night cruise that showcases the best of Iberia’s tranquil river landscape and ancient tradition of viticulture. Visit historic quintas for lavish dinners and wine tastings, plus enjoy excursions to Porto and the Golden City of Salamanca. There is also a complete day of leisurely sailing to enjoy the exceptional river views and climate. Luxuriate in five-star accommodation on board one of Emerald’s famous Star-Ships with award-winning international and regional cuisine and 21st-century amenities and comfort.
Arrive in Porto, where an Emerald Cruises Representative will meet you at the airport before transferring to your luxury Star-Ship.
Take time to savour the beautiful scenery of the Douro River Valley with a full day’s sailing through this UNESCO World Heritage-listed landscape. Shaped by centuries of wine-growing, sample some of the fruits of the valleys at a lavis Welcome Dinner.
Visit the beautiful Quinta do Tedo vineyard in the heart of the Douro Valley and see the traditional art of viticulture dating back centuries. Guests can also choose a guided walk through local vineyards or take a kayak excursion along the river.
Known as ‘the Golden City,’ enjoy a walking tour of Salamanca, including one of Europe’s oldest universities and the Casa de las Conchas, a building adorned with more than 300 shells. There is also an optional tour to Castelo Rodrigo.
Arrive in Pocinho and visit the Côa Valley Museum, one of Portugal’s largest museums with state-of-the-art technology to present centuries-old cave art. Later, enjoy a Port wine cocktail lesson on board ship with dinner at a famous wine estate.
Take a tour of the magnificent Baroque village of Lamego with its famous Shrine of Our Lady of Remedies. Guests can opt for a mosaic tile painting lesson on board ship or a visit to the stunning 18th-century Baroque Mateus Manor House.
Today is a chance to explore vibrant Porto, a fascinating blend of old and new, and the city that gave its name to its most famous export, Port wine. Choose either a guided tour or an active walk. There is also a guided bike tour to the Atlantic.
Disembark in Porto and transfer to the airport to start your journey back to the UK.
From the activities on the Sun Deck to the comfort and peace of a luxury suite or stateroom, no detail is overlooked on the Emerald Star. Enjoy a blend of home-from-home comfort, elegant interiors with modern amenities, and five-star service.
Wellness Suite 
Outdoor Covered Terrace 
Crew of 52 Discover the hidden secrets of the Douro with Crui.se
Emerald Radiance
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Enjoy complete reassurance and peace of mind when you cruise with us. Emerald Cruises is a member of both ATOL (Number 9294) and ABTA (Number Y6328).
Some of our port stops involve uneven terrain – that might be because you are in a rural area or visiting an old town where the streets have cobblestones. Coach tours will require you to be able to ascend and descend the steps of the vehicle. You can discuss the specific tours with one of our friendly booking agents. In almost all cases, if you are travelling with a companion who can assist you, you will find all the locations perfectly accessible.
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