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Oct '27 | Porto & The Douro Valley

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Overview

8-day, 7-night river cruise in Portugal exploring Porto and the Douro Valley aboard ms Andorinha with Roam by Tauck, featuring vineyard hikes, wine tastings, cultural visits, Michelin-starred dining at DOC, and active options such as surfing, cycling, kayaking, and yoga along the Douro River.

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Voyage at a Glance

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Inclusions and pricing

8 days, 7 nights cruising Porto & the Douro Valley. What’s included: 20 meals (7 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 7 dinners) Unlimited complimentary beverages aboard ship including regional wine, beer & premium spirits, in addition to specialty coffee, tea...

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Day 1 · Travel Day

Travel Day

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Day 2 · Optional Pre Stay in Porto

Yeatman Hotel {Complimentary for New Tauck Guests}

Excited to offer a complimentary pre- or post-night stay as a certified Roam by Tauck advisor. I highly recommend arriving a day early to ease into the experience and make the most of your trip. The Yeatman is a luxury wine hotel and spa in Porto ...

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Day 3 · Porto

About Your Cruise - Embarkation and welcome aboard ms Andorinha

Embark your riverboat, docked in Porto. Porto is a perfect jumping-off point for any Portuguese adventure, with a colorful waterfront, vibrant streets, Port wine, and cuisine to savor. Tonight, meet your fellow travelers for welcome cocktails and ...

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Day 4 · Porto

A choice of experiences in Porto

Docked in Porto for two nights, you’ll have the freedom to discover the city your way. Savor its cuisine and port wines, or get active with surfing and cycling along the scenic Douro River. Wake up aboard the ship and enjoy a day of choice to expl...

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Day 5 · Porto to Régua

Porto to Régua

Wake up aboard the ship and cruise from Porto into the Douro Valley toward Régua, surrounded by wine-rich, terraced hillsides and scenic river views.

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Vinho Verde or Arouca Geopark (Douro region choice activity)

Wake up aboard the ship and enjoy a day of choice to do as you’d like. Your choice in the Douro region: Explore Portugal’s Vinho Verde region highlighted by a winery visit and samplings of the local wine; or Visit Arouca Geopark, a UNESCO World He...

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Day 6 · Régua & Folgosa

Régua & Folgosa along the Douro

Cruise into the heart of the Douro Valley for wine tastings, scenic hikes, or time to relax. Enjoy yoga among the vineyards, culinary workshops, and dinner at DOC in Folgosa, helmed by a Michelin-starred chef.

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Your Choice | Yoga or Relaxation

Your choice: Morning: A morning yoga class with the rolling Portuguese vineyards as your backdrop, or Stay aboard your ship for a late morning to relax and rejuvenate. Afternoon: Tour a nearby vineyard with a choice of hands-on workshops afterwards

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Cocktail Reception & dinner at DOC

Tonight, enjoy a cocktail reception and dinner at DOC. Located along the banks of the Douro, DOC highlights regional produce on creatively curated plates by Michelin-starred chef Rui Paula. With the Douro as your backdrop, dine at DOC, where every...

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Day 7 · Pinhão

Pinhão

Nestled in the heart of the Douro Valley, Régua & Pinhão offer breathtaking scenery second only to their wine-rich vineyards – a must-visit for wine lovers.

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Hike to Provesende and Pinhão walk with local tastings

Begin the day with an active hike through the Portuguese vineyards to the small village of Provesende. Explore the town of Pinhão on an afternoon orientation walk featuring tasting of local specialties.

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Penascosa Rock Art Safari in the Côa Valley

Embark this evening on a Rock Art “Safari” of Penascosa in the Côa Valley. Visit the open-air site of Penascosa, located in the Côa Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and discover drawings of animals dating back over 20,000 years. Your choice: ...

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Day 8 · Pocinho

Pocinho

Sun-drenched Douro valleys and terraced vineyards set the tone for a day of scenic cruising and a Chef’s Signature dinner onboard.

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Active options from Pocinho

Your choice: Visit a local Quinta for a wine tasting Kayak the Sabor River or Explore by bike

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Day 9 · Régua

Régua

Your final day along the Douro offers you yet another way to discover Portugal, your way.

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Final explorations and send-off cocktail

Your final day along the Douro offers you yet another way to discover Portugal, your way. Your Choice: A bike ride through the Vinho Verde Region Climb the "stairway to heaven" in Lamego Join your fellow travelers this evening for a send-off cockt...

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Day 10 · Porto, Portugal

Porto disembarkation

Tour ends in Porto. Enjoy a final breakfast before departing the riverboat.

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Departure or extended stay in Porto

Your choice: Morning departures with included transfers to Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO), or Extend your stay in Porto to enjoy more of the city after your cruise.

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