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Avalon Duoro River Cruise with optional 3 night Lisbon pre stay

Apr 3 - 14, 2027

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Overview

<p>Like a blue ribbon threading through the green Douro Valley, the River Douro carries you through some of Portugal’s most legendary landscapes. Meaning “River of Gold,” the Douro River lives up to its name by revealing priceless gems along sloping vineyards and sleepy villages where rugged landscapes have been tamed for centuries to produce a bounty of wines and cuisine. Welcome aboard the newest addition to our award-winning fleet of Suite Ships® – the Avalon AlegriaSM to be swept away by Douro’s timeless treasures and traditions, family farms and fevered Fado music, and mouth-watering culinary creations in the world’s oldest demarcated wine region. Embark on your Suite Ship® in the city of Porto. Take a guided tour to Braga and Guimarães or start exploring the city joining a guided sightseeing. Enjoy a guided tour in the charming town of Lamego or meet the owner of one of the oldest farms in the Douro Valley to sample the proud traditions of olive oil and wine. Enjoy a wine tasting in a local quinta or join a kayak adventure on the Douro River. Visit Freixo de Espada à Cinta, a cozy village with narrow streets, flowered houses, and grand Gothic Manueline windows or choose a full-day experience in Spain with a guided sightseeing excursion to Salamanca. Discover the process of painting an azulejos (traditional Portuguese tile) following the guide of a professional painter. Taste the freshness and lightness of Vinho Verde, one of the world’s unique white wines. Your Douro River cruise returns to Porto to soak in the scenic mysteries of this city’s Historical Centre, a UNESCO World Heritage site. These and countless other treasures await you on the River of Gold in Portugal’s dazzling Douro Valley.</p>

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Cruise Accommodation Options

Apr 7 - 14, 2027

5 room options

YOUR PRICE WILL DEPEND ON THE CATEGORY OF CABIN YOU CHOOSE and the # of guests in the cabin. Please choose which of the cabin options you would like for your cruise. Each category is very limited in availability.

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Pricing

The cruise AND the escorted 3 nite prestay in Lisbon (as described in the itinerary from April 4-14, 2027) Cruise ONLY - OR you can arrive in Porto 1 or 2 days earlier than the cruise starts and explore Porto on your own. Avalon can offer this opt...

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Group bonuses!

As members of the Get Away Gang, when you join our Duoro River Cruise, You will received PRE PAID GRATUITIES included in your cruise package. That's a savings of $171 per person If we have at least 10 guests on the cruise, we will share a group bo...

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What is additional?

What is not included in the pricing? Travel Insurance - Avalon's travel insurance starts at $479 per person if your total price is under $6000. Over $6001- the cost of Avalon's insurance is $519 per person Alternate email through Roam Right, Trave...

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TRAVEL INSURANCE IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

While we never expect any issues while we are traveling, Travel Insurance gives you PEACE OF MIND when it matters most. Here are some of the things that travel insurance can help with: Trip Cancellations or Interruptions- reimbursement if you need...

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Important info- please read before booking

Please note: You will need to be able to climb at least 1 flight of stairs to reach the Sky Deck on the cruise. The ship is not fully wheel chair or walker accessible Some of the cities visited (ie: Lisbon and Porto) may be hilly and will require ...

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European Union Entry/Exit System (EES) information

IN FULL EFFECT STARTING ON APRIL 10, 2026 What is the Entry/Exit System (EES)? The Entry/Exit System (EES) is an automated IT system that registers the entries and exits of individuals from non-Schengen countries at the external borders of the Sch...

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ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorization System) Info

ELECTRONIC TRAVEL INDENTIFICATION AUTHORIZATION Starting in 2026, American citizens will need to purchase an ETIAS in advance of their arrival into Europe Starting in 2026, American citizens traveling to most European Union countries must apply fo...

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Day 1 · Sat, Apr 3

Fly to Lisbon (optional Lisbon pre-stay)

Overnite flight to Lisbon Portugal. Not included in the package pricing. Will be available to book after May 2026

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Day 2 · Sun, Apr 4 · Lisbon, Portugal

Transfer from the Lisbon Airport to the Lisbon hotel

Apr 4

If you are booking your flights with Avalon, your transfers from the Lisbon airport to hotel are included. If you are booking flights independently, we can arrange separate transfers or you can book them (additional $) through Avalon

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Welcome to Lisbon

Your hotel room might not be ready upon your arrival but you can leave your bags with the front desk or bell captain and explore Lisbon on your own. We can make some suggestions and offer optional excursions on what to see and do in Lisbon.

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Lisbon hotel- 3 nights with breakfast

Apr 4 - 7, 2027

Location This hotel located within 800 m² of well-kept gardens lies in the heart of Lisbon, only a few minutes away from the Avenida da Liberdade. Various shopping and entertainment venues are within 100 to 500 m of the hotel. Public transport dep...

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Day 3 · Mon, Apr 5 · Lisbon, Portugal

Portuguese Treasures

Classic Excursion Explore Lisbon, Portugal’s capital, with a Local Guide. Do not miss the must-see sights, including Belem Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries. You might opt to join an optional gastronomic walking tour to learn about the aut...

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Day 4 · Tue, Apr 6 · Lisbon, Portugal

Excursion to Sintra and Visit of Palacio National

A Resplendent Royal Residence Classic Excursion Join us on a guided excursion to Sintra, where you will visit the National Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Afterwards, drive to Cabo da Roca and enjoy some free time in the Western most point o...

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Day 5 · Wed, Apr 7 · Porto, Portugal

Coimbra sightseeing and transfers to Porto (for optional pre stay guests only)

Classic Excursion Stop in Coimbra for a guided city sightseeing tour. Accompanied by a Local Guide, you’ll explore the historical area of the city and learn all about the oldest university in Portugal, and one of the oldest in the world. Transfer ...

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WELCOME TO PORTO- Pre-stay and Cruise-only Guests Notice

ALL GUESTS WILL BOARD THE CRUISE ON APRIL 7 IN PORTO

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About Your Cruise Line - Avalon Waterways

Embark on an Avalon river cruise with your choice of over 70 cruises on 10 rivers through 22 countries. Explore Europe, Asia, South America, and Egypt in the relaxed luxury only Avalon Waterways can deliver. Discover the European continent on its legendary rivers from the North Sea to the Black Sea or from the French countryside to the waterways of Holland. Enjoy first-class service and award-winning excursions through the vineyards of France or Portugal, the vistas...

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About Your Ship - Avalon Alegria

Explore Portugal's dazzling Douro River on Avalon's newest addition to our award-winning fleet of Suite Ships®. The Avalon Alegria delights river cruisers with exceptional experiences and the elegant yet relaxed luxury you've come to expect from Avalon Waterways.

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Day 6 · Thu, Apr 8 · Porto, Portugal

PORTO-PORTO ANTIGO- EXCURSION BRAGA AND GUIMARÃES

Apr 8

Portuguese Panoramas CLASSIC Join a guided sightseeing tour of Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Continue your experience with a ride to the riverside city of Matosinhos and up Avenida da Boavista to admire some of the modern charms of Porto – ...

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Day 7 · Fri, Apr 9 · Régua, Portugal

Pesso da Régua

Apr 9

Pastoral Pleasures of Portugal DISCOVERY Experience life on one of the oldest farms in the Douro Valley with a personal tour by the owner of the house, including a wine tasting, OR: DISCOVERY Join a wine painting class with the guidance of a resid...

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Day 8 · Sat, Apr 10 · Pocinho, Portugal

Pocinho

Apr 10

Kayaks and Quintas in the Douro Valley Enjoy a relaxing cruise to Pocinho for a day in the Terra Quente region. DISCOVERY Join a Workshop conducted by a professional painter to discover the process of painting azulejos (traditional Portuguese tile...

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Day 9 · Sun, Apr 11 · Barca d’Alva, Portugal

Barca d’Alva- excursion to Salamanca

Apr 11

The Reign in Spain CLASSIC Join our guide for a guided tour this morning to of one of the most remote villages of the country, Freixo de Espada à Cinta village in the Douro International Natural Park, home to majestic birds of prey, OR: CLASSIC En...

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Day 10 · Mon, Apr 12 · Ferradosa, Portugal

Ferradosa-Leverinho

Apr 12

Mountains and Moving Music This morning, enjoy a leisurely sailing through the Douro River. DISCOVERY Enjoy an onboard pastry demonstration. DISCOVERY Join us for an onboard Lecture to learn more about the wines of the region. DISCOVERY Take a vis...

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Day 11 · Tue, Apr 13 · Porto, Portugal

Porto

Apr 13

Ancient Charm Meets Avant-Garde ACTIVE Enjoy the wharfs of the Douro River and the coastal magnificence of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia, on a guided bike tour, OR; DISCOVERY Enjoy a guided visit to one of the many Port wine cellars, where a guide w...

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Day 12 · Wed, Apr 14 · Porto, Portugal

Porto- Disembarkation

Apr 14

PORTO (DISEMBARKATION) Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning. You can purchase transfers from Avalon to the Porto Airport or make your way to the airport on your own.

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Fly from Porto back to the USA

Flights will be available after May 2026. They are not included in the cost of the package

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