Wine & Winter Dreams along the Douro

7 night Cruise Only - from £2225pp

Enjoy an autumn or winter cruise along the beautiful River Douro, with its stunning scenery, traditional Portuguese towns and terraced vineyards

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7 night - Cruise Only
from £2225pp

The winter cruise begins in Porto, the “Pearl of the North.” The narrow alleys, colorful houses by the Douro, and famous port wine cellars are especially atmospheric in crisp winter air. As evening lights reflect on the river, the city reveals a unique charmSailing to Leverinho, the scenery shifts to rolling hills and vineyards. In winter, mist often hangs over the valley, giving the Douro a mysterious aura.

In Régua, gateway to the Douro wine region, the history of port wine unfolds. The terraced vineyards, though bare in winter, appear monumental and serene. Pocinho offers rugged beauty, with dramatic rock formations and resting vines highlighted in clear winter light. From here, an excursion leads to Vega Terrón in Spain, where Mediterranean spirit meets seasonal tranquility.

Back through Pocinho, the cruise continues to Pinhão, the heart of the Douro Valley. Even in winter, the golden light reflects on the river, and wine estates invite guests to warm tastings. After another stop in Régua, the ship reaches Entre-os-Rios, where rivers, hills, and forests create a peaceful winter landscape.

Finally, the ship returns to Porto. A Douro winter cruise offers timeless scenery, calm beauty, and a blend of culture, history, and wine.

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Cruise Includes

  • Includes
  • Full-board cruise in chosen cabin category
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner in choice of dining venues with flexible dining times and free seating
  • Complimentary drinks all day including champagne, cocktails, wines, beers, coffee, tea and soft and non-alcoholic options
  • Nespresso machine and mini-bar in cabin, restocked daily
  • Exclusive beauty products from RITUALS
  • Complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi on board
  • Bicycles on board for independent exploration
  • Gratuities
  • Port taxes

Itinerary


Dates and Prices

29 September 2027 - Porto and back - Sailing on : PORTO MIRANTE From: £2295pp
Double Cabin, Emerald Deck

Fixed Windows

  • Blue Water Price from£2295pp
Double Cabin, Ruby Deck

French Balcony

  • Blue Water Price from£2795pp
Double Cabin, Diamond Deck

French Balcony

  • Blue Water Price from£2975pp
06 October 2027 - Porto and back - Sailing on : PORTO MIRANTE From: £2295pp
Double Cabin, Emerald Deck

Fixed Windows

  • Blue Water Price from£2295pp
Double Cabin, Ruby Deck

French Balcony

  • Blue Water Price from£2795pp
Double Cabin, Diamond Deck

French Balcony

  • Blue Water Price from£2975pp
13 October 2027 - Porto and back - Sailing on : PORTO MIRANTE From: £2295pp
Double Cabin, Emerald Deck

Fixed Windows

  • Blue Water Price from£2295pp
Double Cabin, Ruby Deck

French Balcony

  • Blue Water Price from£2795pp
Double Cabin, Diamond Deck

French Balcony

  • Blue Water Price from£2975pp
27 October 2027 - Porto and back - Sailing on : PORTO MIRANTE From: £2295pp
Double Cabin, Emerald Deck

Fixed Windows

  • Blue Water Price from£2295pp
Double Cabin, Ruby Deck

French Balcony

  • Blue Water Price from£2795pp
Double Cabin, Diamond Deck

French Balcony

  • Blue Water Price from£2975pp
03 November 2027 - Porto and back - Sailing on : PORTO MIRANTE From: £2225pp
Double Cabin, Emerald Deck

Fixed Windows

  • Blue Water Price from£2225pp
Double Cabin, Ruby Deck

French Balcony

  • Blue Water Price from£2695pp
Double Cabin, Diamond Deck

French Balcony

  • Blue Water Price from£2875pp

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