Overview
Itinerary
Your adventure begins as you fly into Lisbon today, Portugal's invigorating capital.
Upon arrival, be transferred to your centrally located hotel and enjoy free time. Stay Three Nights: Lisbon, Altis Grand Hotel or similar
On a guided tour, explore the alleyways of the Alfama district and marvel at the Manueline-style Jeronimos Monastery. Then, visit World Heritage-listed Belem Tower and admire the beautiful Castelo de Sao Jorge. (B)
Today, enjoy a full day at leisure to explore this vibrant city. Perhaps enjoy an optional excursion to the Sintra Mountain range of Serra de Sintra. Visit the World Heritage-listed Pena National Palace and take a guided tour of Sintra. (B)
This morning after breakfast, you will travel by coach to Vila Nova de Gaia where you'll board your river ship.
Later this evening, meet your fellow travellers at a Welcome Reception as you take in the sights along the Douro River on a sunset cruise. Stay Seven Nights: MS Estrela (B/D)
Insider Experience: Enjoy a sumptuous dinner of traditional dishes and dessert at a picturesque local quinta, a Portuguese winery.
Today, cruise across the border into Vega de Terron in Spain. Enjoy some time at leisure before joining an excursion to Castelo Rodrigo. This tiny village sits atop a hill overlooking both Spain and Portugal, and features a number of well-preserved ruins, an impressive castle and a magnificent stone statue of Santiago Matamoros. After exploring this charming little town, you'll board a coach and return to your ship. (B/L/D)
Insider Experience: Enjoy a Flamenco show and lunch and be entranced by captivating Flamenco dancers as they astound you with their stomping feet in a fiery performance.
Insider Experience: On arrival, head to a local quinta, which boasts outstanding views over the Douro Valley. Here, you'll enjoy a tasting of local port wine, Portugal's most famous tipple.
Join an excursion to the splendid Gardens and Palace of Mateus. Tour this living museum which is still owned by the Count of Vila Real. Discover the connection between this beautiful 18th Century palace and Mateus Rose wine for yourself.
Afterwards, continue to the riverside town of Entre-os-Rios.
On arrival, enjoy free time to explore this gorgeous, vibrant town as you please.
Tonight, be treated to an energetic performance of traditional Portuguese folk music back on board at a special Captain's Dinner. (B/L/D)
After breakfast, cruise back to the enchanting city of Vila Nova de Gaia.
On arrival, join a fascinating tour of nearby Porto, which sits just across the river. Here you'll be led past a collection of the city's most famous attractions, and visit a local port winery for a tour and tasting.
This afternoon, there's ample time for you to step back out to explore Porto at leisure. You may choose to take an optional excursion to the World Heritage-listed city of Guimaraes.
This evening back on board your ship, enjoy a final Farewell Dinner. (B/L/D)
After enjoying a final breakfast on board, transfer to the airport in Porto for your onward flight. (B)
Your adventure begins as you fly into Lisbon today, Portugal's invigorating capital.
Upon arrival, be transferred to your centrally located hotel and enjoy free time. Stay Three Nights: Lisbon, Altis Grand Hotel or similar
On a guided tour, explore the alleyways of the Alfama district and marvel at the Manueline-style Jeronimos Monastery. Then, visit World Heritage-listed Belem Tower and admire the beautiful Castelo de Sao Jorge. (B)
Today, enjoy a full day at leisure to explore this vibrant city. Perhaps enjoy an optional excursion to the Sintra Mountain range of Serra de Sintra. Visit the World Heritage-listed Pena National Palace and take a guided tour of Sintra. (B)
This morning after breakfast, you will travel by coach to Vila Nova de Gaia where you'll board your river ship.
Later this evening, meet your fellow travellers at a Welcome Reception as you take in the sights along the Douro River on a sunset cruise. Stay Seven Nights: MS Estrela (B/D)
Insider Experience: Enjoy a sumptuous dinner of traditional dishes and dessert at a picturesque local quinta, a Portuguese winery.
Today, cruise across the border into Vega de Terron in Spain. Enjoy some time at leisure before joining an excursion to Castelo Rodrigo. This tiny village sits atop a hill overlooking both Spain and Portugal, and features a number of well-preserved ruins, an impressive castle and a magnificent stone statue of Santiago Matamoros. After exploring this charming little town, you'll board a coach and return to your ship. (B/L/D)
Insider Experience: Enjoy a Flamenco show and lunch and be entranced by captivating Flamenco dancers as they astound you with their stomping feet in a fiery performance.
Insider Experience: On arrival, head to a local quinta, which boasts outstanding views over the Douro Valley. Here, you'll enjoy a tasting of local port wine, Portugal's most famous tipple.
Join an excursion to the splendid Gardens and Palace of Mateus. Tour this living museum which is still owned by the Count of Vila Real. Discover the connection between this beautiful 18th Century palace and Mateus Rose wine for yourself.
Afterwards, continue to the riverside town of Entre-os-Rios.
On arrival, enjoy free time to explore this gorgeous, vibrant town as you please.
Tonight, be treated to an energetic performance of traditional Portuguese folk music back on board at a special Captain's Dinner. (B/L/D)
After breakfast, cruise back to the enchanting city of Vila Nova de Gaia.
On arrival, join a fascinating tour of nearby Porto, which sits just across the river. Here you'll be led past a collection of the city's most famous attractions, and visit a local port winery for a tour and tasting.
This afternoon, there's ample time for you to step back out to explore Porto at leisure. You may choose to take an optional excursion to the World Heritage-listed city of Guimaraes.
This evening back on board your ship, enjoy a final Farewell Dinner. (B/L/D)
After enjoying a final breakfast on board, transfer to the airport in Porto for your onward flight. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- In Pinhao, enjoy a sumptuous dinner of traditional dishes and dessert at a picturesque local quinta
- Enjoy a Flamenco show and lunch and be entranced by captivating Flamenco dancers
- Three nights in beautiful Lisbon
- Seven nights on a brand-new river ship, the MS Estrela
- Services of a Travelmarvel Tour Director, Cruise Director and local guides
- Explore 12 towns, villages and cities
- Prices include transfers, port charges and tipping
- 23 meals - 10 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners
- Onboard water stations, plus tea and coffee, soft drink, beer and local wine during lunch and dinner on your cruise
- Itinerary and inclusions subject to change
- Low or high-water levels may cause disruption to cruising
- Prices are for land/cruise only. Flights not included
- Extend your journey with a pre-tour journey of Spain. Refer tour code EUTCOPS21
- In Pinhao, enjoy a sumptuous dinner of traditional dishes and dessert at a picturesque local quinta
- Enjoy a Flamenco show and lunch and be entranced by captivating Flamenco dancers
- Three nights in beautiful Lisbon
- Seven nights on a brand-new river ship, the MS Estrela
- Services of a Travelmarvel Tour Director, Cruise Director and local guides
- Explore 12 towns, villages and cities
- Prices include transfers, port charges and tipping
- 23 meals - 10 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners
- Onboard water stations, plus tea and coffee, soft drink, beer and local wine during lunch and dinner on your cruise
- Itinerary and inclusions subject to change
- Low or high-water levels may cause disruption to cruising
- Prices are for land/cruise only. Flights not included
- Extend your journey with a pre-tour journey of Spain. Refer tour code EUTCOPS21
Deck Plans
Window Stateroom
Window Stateroom
Window Stateroom
French Balcony
French Balcony
French Balcony
French Balcony
French Balcony
Owners Suite
Cabins
Category F, E & D (Window Stateroom)
The Window Staterooms (13.4 sq. m to 15.6 sq. m) on the Lower Deck of the MS Estrela offer a cozy retreat with its ensuite bathroom, personal climate control for tailored comfort, a flat-screen TV for entertainment, and complimentary Wi-Fi.
Category C, B, A, P & S (French Balcony Suite)
Category OS (Owners Suite)
This suite combines elegance and modernity, ensuring a memorable stay as you navigate the beautiful Douro River.
Deck Plans
Window Stateroom
Window Stateroom
French Balcony
French Balcony
French Balcony
French Balcony
Cabins
Category F & E (Window Stateroom)
The Window Staterooms (13.4 sq. m to 15.6 sq. m) on the Lower Deck of the MS Estrela offer a cozy retreat with its ensuite bathroom, personal climate control for tailored comfort, a flat-screen TV for entertainment, and complimentary Wi-Fi.
Category B, P & S (French Balcony Suite)
Category CT (French Balcony Suite - Fixed Twin Beds)
Category OS (Owners Suite)
This suite combines elegance and modernity, ensuring a memorable stay as you navigate the beautiful Douro River.
Brochure
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Availability
Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will check the availability of your departure date when you enquire. Additional savings may apply. We guarantee the lowest price in Australia. T&C’s apply.
Cabin Upgrades Optional cabin upgrades. Upgrades priced per person
| Base Cabin (Prices Shown) | $ 0 |
| Category E | $ 195 |
| Category D | $ 395 |
| Category C | $ 995 |
| Category B | $ 1,195 |
| Category A | $ 1,395 |
| Category P | $ 1,595 |
| Category S | $ 1,995 |
| Category OS | $ 2,495 |
Upgrade prices shown are per person. Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will confirm and include the upgrade price in your quote.
Cabin Upgrades Optional cabin upgrades. Upgrades priced per person
| Base Cabin (Prices Shown) | $ 0 |
| Category E | $ 195 |
| Category B | $ 1,195 |
| Category CT | $ 1,195 |
| Category P | $ 1,595 |
| Category S | $ 2,095 |
| Owners Suite | $ 2,595 |
Upgrade prices shown are per person. Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will confirm and include the upgrade price in your quote.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Travelmarvel. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from Travelmarvel. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
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