Lisbon and an Enchanting Douro River Cruise
Lisbon and an Enchanting Douro River Cruise
Lisbon and an Enchanting Douro River Cruise
11 Days Starting in Lisbon, Portugal and ending in Porto, Portugal
Visiting: Lisbon, Sintra, Porto, Vila Real, Salamanca, Pinhão, Guimarães
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Tour code:
TTJLD
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Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey with our "Lisbon and an Enchanting Douro River Cruise" tour. Begin with a VIP door-to-door travel service and explore the vibrant city of Lisbon, with its historic neighborhoods and a ginjinha tasting. Discover the fairytale town of Sintra and its royal palaces before traveling to Porto to start your scenic Douro River cruise. Enjoy guided tours of Porto, Salamanca, and Guimarães, with wine tastings and onboard entertainment. Relax with all-inclusive drinks, a welcome cocktail reception, and a gala dinner on board. This tour includes international flights, a Titan tour manager, and 25 meals, ensuring a seamless and luxurious experience.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1
Location: Lisbon
Accommodation Name: hotel
Titan’s VIP door-to-door travel service collects you from home for your flight to Lisbon.
Day 2
Location: Lisbon
Accommodation Name: hotel
A canvas of canary yellow trams, periwinkle-blue tiles and white-domed churches, Lisbon is a colourful city - and one of the oldest capitals in the world. It’s built across seven hillsides, with historic neighbourhoods linked by winding cobbled streets.
We spend the morning exploring on an included Lisbon city tour, stopping to admire painted shopfronts, ornate squares and medieval backstreets. The cherry on the top will be ginjinha tasting - it’s a delicious local liqueur of sour cherries, sugar and cinnamon. The afternoon is free to explore on your own.
Day 3
Location: Sintra
Accommodation Name: hotel
Nestled in the cooler foothills of the Serra del Sintra outside Lisbon, visiting the UNESCO-listed town of Sintra is like walking into a childhood fairytale. Studded with Arabic-inspired palaces, intricate villas and pine-scented gardens, this long-standing royal resort has inspired writers and artists for centuries. If there’s time, we’ll stop off in the coastal towns of Estoril and Cascais too.
Day 4
Location: Porto
Accommodation Name: MS Amalia Rodrigues or MS Gil Eanes
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
We come to the end of our Lisbon stay this morning and travel to Porto, stopping in the medieval town of Coimbra for lunch on the way. We’ll embark our ship on the outskirts of Porto, ready to begin our Douro river cruise tomorrow. There’ll be time to settle into your surroundings before we enjoy a welcome cocktail and dinner. This evening, perhaps take an optional excursion by coach to see Porto by night.
Day 5
Location: Porto
Accommodation Name: MS Amalia Rodrigues or MS Gil Eanes
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Wonderfully charming pathways lead you through the centre of the beautiful city of Porto. Gaze up at the medieval landmarks and ornamentation as you go. We’ll stop for a visit at a local port winery for a tasting (when in Porto…).
After returning to the ship for lunch, take a seat on the sun deck for this afternoon’s scenic sailing. We’ll glide through the beautiful Douro Valley, passing sleepy villages and peaceful countryside on our way to Régua.
Day 6
Location: Vila Real
Accommodation Name: MS Amalia Rodrigues or MS Gil Eanes
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning, perhaps choose an optional excursion to visit the sleepy university town of Vila Real and the 18th-century Casa de Mateus Palace. You might recognise the palace’s beautiful baroque façade from the label of Mateus Rosé wine. Take a wander through the vast gardens, considered some of the country’s finest.
Later on, we’ll sail towards Vega de Terrón and enjoy an evening of flamenco entertainment on board.
Day 7
Location: Salamanca
Accommodation Name: MS Amalia Rodrigues or MS Gil Eanes
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Awash with golden sandstone and littered with cathedrals, palaces and churches, UNESCO-listed Salamanca is simply beautiful. On our excursion, we’ll nip across the border into Spain for the day and enjoy a guided walking tour to all the best bits. Wander through the narrow, cobbled streets that open into one of Spain’s most magnificent squares: Plaza Mayor.
Following lunch at a local restaurant, we return to the ship and dock overnight in Barca d’Alva, enjoying an evening of entertainment on board.
Day 8
Location: Pinhão
Accommodation Name: MS Amalia Rodrigues or MS Gil Eanes
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy a relaxing cruise along the Douro this morning before we arrive in Pinhão. Here, you might like to join an excursion to explore the town, famous for its railway station (look closely at the beautiful azulejo tiles, which depict scenes of nearby vineyards). We’ll finish up with a tasting of locally produced wines.
Day 9
Location: Porto
Accommodation Name: MS Amalia Rodrigues or MS Gil Eanes
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Perhaps choose to join an optional excursion to visit one of the most attractive cities in Portugal, Lamego, nestled among the terraced slopes of the Douro Valley. The ruins of a 12th-century castle give an indication to the ancient city’s importance, as this is where Afonso Henriques was officially declared Portugal’s first king.
At the top of the city’s second hill is the elaborate Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora dos Remédios, which is set atop nine steep and beautifully crafted terraces. This afternoon, the ship will sail to Porto, where we dock overnight. We’ll enjoy traditional fado entertainment on board this evening.
Day 10
Location: Guimarães
Accommodation Name: MS Amalia Rodrigues or MS Gil Eanes
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Following a leisurely morning, we visit historic Guimarães this afternoon, which has been called the ‘Cradle of the Portuguese Nation’. The wonderfully preserved Old Town is dominated by Afonso Henriques’ grand castle. We’ll also visit the 15th-century Palace of the Dukes of Braganza.
Day 11
Location: Lisbon
Meals Included: Breakfast
We've ticked off an unforgettable Lisbon city break and Douro River cruise - now, it's time to bid farewell to Portugal. Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK. Upon arrival, your Titan vehicle will be waiting for the journey home.
What's Included
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Accommodation
3 nights in hotel and 7 nights cruise on MS Amalia Rodrigues or MS Gil Eanes.
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International Flights
Prices are based on return flights with British Airways from London Heathrow or Gatwick.
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Tour Manager
Titan tour manager.
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Meals
25 meals: 10 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 8 dinners.
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Walking Tour of Lisbon
Walking tour of Lisbon with ginjinha tasting.
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Excursion to Sintra
Excursion to Sintra, including Sintra National Palace.
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City Tour of Porto
City tour of Porto, including wine tasting.
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Tours of Salamanca and Guimarães
Tours of Salamanca and Guimarães.
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All-Inclusive Drinks
All-inclusive drinks during cruise (excludes champagne, premium alcohol or wines).
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Welcome Cocktail Reception and Gala Dinner
Welcome cocktail reception and a gala dinner on board.
What's Not Included
Champagne, premium alcohol or wines are not included in the all-inclusive drinks package.
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with international flights from London Heathrow or Gatwick, and Titan's VIP door-to-door travel service. In-destination travel is by coach, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable journey.
Accommodation
Enjoy 3 nights in a hotel and 7 nights on the luxurious MS Amalia Rodrigues or MS Gil Eanes, with all-inclusive drinks during the cruise, a welcome cocktail reception, a gala dinner, and onboard entertainment.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 3 nights in a hotel and 7 nights on a cruise ship, either the MS Amalia Rodrigues or MS Gil Eanes.
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Are international flights included in the tour package?
Yes, international flights are included. Prices are based on return flights with British Airways from London Heathrow or Gatwick.
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Is there a tour manager available throughout the trip?
Yes, a Titan tour manager will be available throughout the trip.
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How many meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes 25 meals: 10 breakfasts, 7 lunches, and 8 dinners.
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What kind of drinks are included during the cruise?
All-inclusive drinks are provided during the cruise, excluding champagne, premium alcohol, or wines.
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Is there any onboard entertainment during the cruise?
Yes, there is onboard entertainment provided during the cruise.
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Is Wi-Fi available on the cruise ship?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available in the lounge and bar areas of the cruise ship.
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What kind of excursions are included in the tour?
The tour includes a walking tour of Lisbon with ginjinha tasting, an excursion to Sintra including Sintra National Palace, a city tour of Porto with wine tasting, and tours of Salamanca and Guimarães.
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Is there a welcome event on the cruise?
Yes, there is a welcome cocktail reception and a gala dinner on board the cruise ship.
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
Travel in the destination is provided by coach, and there is also a VIP door-to-door travel service included.
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Is there any special equipment provided for excursions?
Yes, a portable audio headset system is provided for excursions.
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Are there any optional excursions available during the tour?
Yes, there are optional excursions available, such as visiting the university town of Vila Real and the Casa de Mateus Palace, exploring the town of Pinhão, and visiting the city of Lamego.
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Do I have to pay a Single Supplement?
In most cases a single supplement will apply. If the price for a Single room for sole occupancy is not shown, please ask our team for details and we will be able to check the details for you.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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How long has the tour company been trading?
We've been taking our customers across the world on escorted tours for more than 40 years
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Our commitment to sustainable travel is part of our ethos. We love exploring the world and hope that, alongside our customers, we can be part of a bigger change in respecting the people and wildlife on our planet and minimising the impact we have on our environment.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
With some COVID-19 rules and restrictions still in place there are a few details that you need to know. This information is subject to change. It’s your responsibility to monitor changes and ensure you fulfil all relevant criteria for travel. Rest assured that we’re on hand to help and answer any questions you might have.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
You’ll receive your Final holiday documents via email approximately 14 days prior to your departure.
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