Cruising the Douro Valley
Cruising the Douro Valley
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Cruising the Douro Valley
8 Days Starting and ending in Porto, Portugal
Visiting: Porto, Pinhão, Barca de Alva, Barca d'Alva, Régua
Tour operator:
Tour code:
SKDOV
Specialist Group:
Singles Solo
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
15 - 27
Age range:
18-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
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Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating river cruise through Portugal's enchanting Douro Valley, where history and beauty intertwine. Begin your journey in Porto, exploring its charming streets and iconic port wine cellars. Sail aboard the Douro Queen, enjoying the luxury of your own room with no single supplement. Discover the Baroque splendor of Mateus Palace and the medieval allure of Castelo Rodrigo. Delight in the picturesque landscapes of Pinhão and the historical richness of Lamego. With a dedicated Just You holiday director, unlimited drinks, and all gratuities included, this cruise offers a seamless and enriching experience. Enjoy 20 included meals and the convenience of return flights from London, ensuring a memorable and hassle-free adventure.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 UK to Porto
Location: Porto
Accommodation Name: Nicko River Cruise - Douro Queen
Meals Included: Dinner
Fly to Porto, beautifully located on the banks of the Douro River and famous for giving its name to the iconic port wine. Upon arrival transfer to your Nicko Cruises ship and after time to settle into your cabin, meet your travelling companions over a welcome drink prior to dinner onboard.
Day 2 Porto - Caldas de Aregos
Location: Porto
Accommodation Name: Nicko River Cruise - Douro Queen
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast on board, enjoy a city tour of Porto. Starting with a drive through the narrow streets to see its 16th century arcaded buildings and Baroque churches and chapels we then cross Gustav Eiffel's iconic 19th century iron bridge to reach the cathedral atop Penaventosa hill, which boasts some amazing views across the city. This tour ends with a visit to a typical port wine cellar for an opportunity to see some casks full of port and to taste a sample of the world famous Portuguese tipple. Return to the cruise for lunch and sail to Caldas de Aregos, arriving this evening.
Day 3 Caldas de Aregos - Pinhão
Location: Pinhão
Accommodation Name: Nicko River Cruise - Douro Queen
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning arrive into the picturesque little town of Pinhão situated on a particularly scenic bend on the River Douro, deep in the heart of one of Portugal's most established port wine growing regions. This afternoon visit Mateus Palace, a fine example of baroque architecture, with an impressive facade made up of beautiful pinnacles before returning to the ship.
Day 4 Pinhão - Barca d'Alva
Location: Barca de Alva
Accommodation Name: Nicko River Cruise - Douro Queen
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy a leisurely morning whilst sailing to Barca d'Alva. On arrival, enjoy an excursion to Castelo Rodrigo one of Portugal's twelve historical parishes and home to a castellated medieval village from which it derives its name.
Day 5 Barca d'Alva - Pocinho
Location: Barca d'Alva
Accommodation Name: Nicko River Cruise - Douro Queen
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
A day at leisure to enjoy the facilities of your cruise or to wander around Barca d'Alva, the last Portuguese village along the Douro, close to the Spanish border and overlooked by mountains. Alternatively you could take the optional excursion to the Spanish city of Salamanca including lunch, (book and pay onboard the cruise).
Day 6 Pocinho - Regua
Location: Régua
Accommodation Name: Nicko River Cruise - Douro Queen
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
A leisurely morning before arriving early this afternoon into Regua. This afternoon a visit to the warm and charming town of Lamego, rich in history and home to one of the most important places of pilgrimage in Portugal - The Sanctuary of our Lady of Remedies. The Sanctuary is a stunning baroque church built in the 18th century ,over the remains of a 14th century chapel. Return to the cruise for dinner this evening.
Day 7 Regua - Porto
Location: Porto
Accommodation Name: Nicko River Cruise - Douro Queen
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy a day at leisure cruising back to Porto where you will arrive in the early afternoon.
Day 8 Porto - UK
Location: Porto
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast disembark from the cruise and transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK.
What's Included
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Just You Holiday Director
A dedicated Just You Holiday Director will accompany you on the trip.
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Return flights from London
Return flights from London are included in the package.
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Overseas transfers, other transportation and porterage
All overseas transfers, other transportation, and porterage are included.
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7 nights onboard Nicko cruises - Douro Queen
Enjoy 7 nights onboard the Nicko cruises - Douro Queen.
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20 included meals
The package includes 20 meals: 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 7 dinners.
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Unlimited drinks package
An unlimited drinks package is included during the cruise.
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All gratuities and WIFI on the cruise
All gratuities and WIFI are included on the cruise.
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All port fees
All port fees are covered in the package.
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Guided city tour of Porto
A guided city tour of Porto is included.
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Visit to the magnificent Baroque Mateus Palace
A visit to the magnificent Baroque Mateus Palace is included.
What's Not Included
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Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and must be arranged separately.
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Optional excursion to Salamanca
The optional excursion to Salamanca, including lunch, is not included and can be booked and paid for onboard the cruise.
Mode of Transport
The tour includes return flights from London and overseas transfers, with all transportation and porterage provided. Enjoy a leisurely cruise along the Douro River on the Nicko cruises - Douro Queen.Accommodation
Enjoy a luxurious stay onboard the Nicko cruises - Douro Queen for 7 nights, offering comfortable cabins and a range of amenities to enhance your cruising experience along the scenic Douro River.Check out our Q&As
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What kind of accommodation is provided during the cruise?
The accommodation is provided onboard the Nicko Cruises ship, Douro Queen, for 7 nights.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour includes 20 meals: 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 7 dinners.
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Is there a drinks package included in the cruise?
Yes, there is an unlimited drinks package included in the cruise.
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Are gratuities included in the tour price?
Yes, all gratuities are included in the tour price.
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Is there WiFi available on the cruise?
Yes, WiFi is available on the cruise.
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What is the starting point of the tour?
The tour starts in the United Kingdom with a flight to Porto.
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What is the final destination of the tour?
The tour ends in the United Kingdom after returning from Porto.
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Is there an option to visit Salamanca during the tour?
Yes, there is an optional excursion to the Spanish city of Salamanca, which includes lunch. This can be booked and paid for onboard the cruise.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
All the people in your group will be solo travellers and will share your sense of adventure and passion for travel. There’s usually a good mix of ages too, so you’ll meet a variety of solo travellers who have more, or in some cases less, life experience. We find the overall mix of people really adds to the whole experience and there are certainly plenty of l
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
A few years ago we set up Just You Cares, a programme that gives back to some of the places we love. We have always believed in taking care of the communities we visit, and have taken the time to really get to know the local people and understand the challenges they face. Some of our holidays give our Customers the chance to see how the money from their trips has been spent.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
At Just You, we are committed to operating our business operations responsibly, with integrity and always act ethically in all our business dealings and relationships. We are committed to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure slavery and human trafficking does not take place in our own business or in any of our supply chains
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If we can accommodate a change in date - we will always do our best to help you. Just pick up the phone and ask one of our friendly advisors - just make sure you have your booking number to hand.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes, and all of our accommodation providers will be working to the very highest standards of hygiene – you already always enjoy a private room of your own on all of our trips, all of our partners will be guided by local government operational standards of hygiene and the new protocols we have issued to them.
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Will I eat alone?
We find there’s always a social element to dining, so you’ll never eat alone, unless you want to! Every holiday includes a welcome get-together, all breakfasts and many other meals. When a meal is not included we find travellers meet and dine together.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
No, given the nature of our holidays, it is not possible to join the tour once it has departed.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Just You has been operating solo holidays for more than 15 years.
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Am I guaranteed a room of my own?
Of course, you’ll always have a twin or double room all to yourself. It’s great to have that space to relax and reflect at the end of the day. In some hotels you can also pay a little extra to upgrade for more space or a lovely sea view.
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What is the typical age range on a Just You holiday?
Typically, our customers are solo travellers in their 40s, 50s and 60s, but it’s quite possible you could meet 20-year-olds or 70-year-olds (or anyone in between)... After all, age is just a number!
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
We have received the World Travel and Tourism Councils (WTTC) Safe Travels stamp, which recognises businesses and destinations worldwide that have adopted a new set of global protocols to support the return of 'Safe Travel' around the world. The 'Safe Travels' stamp provides you, with assurance and peace of mind that we have implemented enhanced health and hygiene prprotocols on all holidays.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Once you book, you will receive a confirmation invoice within 7 days, prior to departure, we will send you further information to help prepare for your trip.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Just You is exclusively for solo travellers, every tour includes a twin or double room of your own, with no single supplement.
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