Cruise the Douro River in Portugal with us - Oct. 31 - Nov. 7, 2027 - NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT

Prices are per person for your own stateroom. The price includes:

• Full board during your cruise from dinner on your day of arrival until breakfast on your final day
• Free drinks package
• Complimentary on-board tea and coffee
• Complimentary on-board Wi-Fi (connection speeds may vary)
• All visits and excursions as mentioned
• Coach travel as mentioned
• English-speaking expert guides
• The services of a Riviera Travel Cruise Director

Enjoy your all-inclusive drinks package on all European river cruises from 10am until midnight. Drink as much – or as little as you like.

Free All-Inclusive Drinks Includes: ​

• Red, white, rosé and sparkling house wines, including non-alcoholic​
• A choice of draught beers, including non-alcoholic​
• A selection of soft drinks and juices​
• Our cocktail and mocktail of the day​
• House spirits and mixers including vodka, gin, rum, whisky, martini, sherry, brandy, port and Baileys (excluding liqueurs)​
• Daily recommended wines​
• Tea and coffee from the bar​

MS Douro Splendour is a cosy, quintessentially Portuguese ship sailing on the Douro – designed to echo the character of the traditional boutique hotels found along the river.

Interiors are rich and welcoming, with warm woods and deep tones that set the mood for relaxed days on the water.

With just 121 guests on board (which equals to 60 guests on board during solo cruisings), the atmosphere is naturally more intimate – familiar faces, easy conversation and a relaxed pace from day one. Life on the ship centres around the restaurant and bar, creating a sociable, easy-going feel where it’s never hard to find company, whether you’re enjoying a leisurely meal or settling in for a drink as the day winds down.

Outside, the vast sun deck made for slow afternoons in the fresh air, with a large, covered area for shade and a pool to cool off as the Douro valley drifts by. 

• Air-conditioning
• Lounge & bar
• Spa and wellness areas
• Reception area open 24hrs
• Stunning restaurant
• Tea and coffee making facilities
• Laundry service (additional fee)
• Boutique gift shop
• Splash pool
• Lift between Upper, Middle & Lower Decks

Begin the day at your own pace, choosing a generous breakfast or something lighter to ease you into the morning. Lunch is relaxed and unfussy, with simple, well-judged dishes to enjoy between time ashore and lazy afternoons on deck. In the evening, the restaurant becomes the heart of the ship, serving a four-course à la carte dinner that blends familiar favourites with flavours inspired by the Douro and the regions you’re travelling through – best enjoyed slowly, in good company.

The Sun Deck is where MS Douro Splendour really comes into its own. It’s designed for time spent outdoors, with plenty of space to settle into a lounger, find a shaded spot and watch the Douro Valley drift by at a leisurely pace.

On a warm day, the pool is a welcome way to cool off between ports – and if you fancy a quiet moment, the forward area is a lovely place to take in river life as it unfolds along the banks. You can also catch glimpses of the Captain and crew at work as the ship follows the Douro’s gentle curves. 

Please note: The Sun Deck is only accessible by stairs.

• Individual climate control
• Floor to ceiling windows with Juliet style balcony
• Twin beds which can be configured as double
• Tea and coffee making facilities
• Ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower
• Luxury toiletries: shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, body lotion, soap
• Towels, bathrobes, slippers and hairdryer
• EU plug sockets
• Desk & chair
• Telephone, radio and flat-screen TV
• Safe & mini fridge
• Turn down service

Upper Deck Cabins measure 14 sq m (151 sq ft) and come with full floor-to-ceiling windows that slide down halfway, bringing the Douro's ever-changing scenery right into your cosy room, which is reminiscent of a boutique hotel. 

• Individual climate control
• Floor to ceiling windows with Juliet style balcony
• Twin beds which can be configured as double
• Tea and coffee making facilities
• Ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower
• Shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, body lotion, soap
• Towels, bathrobes, slippers and hairdryer
• EU plug sockets
• Desk & chair
• Telephone, radio and flat-screen TV
• Safe & mini fridge
• Turn down service

Standard Cabins on the Middle Deck are a comfortable 14 sq m (151 sq ft), with floor-to-ceiling windows that open halfway. The beautiful Douro Valley views are yours to enjoy without so much as leaving your pillow. 

• Individual climate control
• Fixed window
• Twin beds which can be configured as double
• Tea and coffee making facilities
• Ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower
• Shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, body lotion, soap
• Towels, bathrobes, slippers and hairdryer
• EU plug sockets
• Desk & chair
• Telephone, radio and flat-screen TV
• Safe & mini fridge
• Turn down service

The Lower Deck cabins are a touch cosier at 12 sq m (129 sq ft), with smaller fixed windows. Boutique-style, well-finished and wonderfully comfortable, your Standard Cabin is everything you need after a long day exploring the stunning Douro Valley.

"I had no idea what to expect from a river cruise as I had never taken one before. Linda told us everything we needed to know before we ever left the US. The boat was absolutely beautiful and had only 76 passengers. The staff got to know us and truly catered to us. The excursions were great, my room was gorgeous, and i have never laughed so hard in my life! I had the best time ever and can't wait to do another cruise with Linda and my new 'travel tribe'".

....Ann, GA

"From the moment I booked until the day we returned home, I felt completely taken care of. Every hotel, meal, and excursion had been thoughtfully planned. It was wonderful to simply relax and enjoy the experience without worrying about any of the details."

....Michelle, FL

"There were 14 of us on the pre-cruise extension so by the time we boarded the river cruise I already had 13 new friends. Then another 3 Golden Girls joined us on the boat and I now have 16 new women who I feel totally comfortable traveling with. Thank you Linda!"

.....Pat, CA

"Linda has a remarkable ability to make every traveler feel valued and looked after. She thoughtfully balances guided experiences with free time, creating a trip that feels both enriching and relaxing. I felt safe, comfortable, and exceptionally well cared for from beginning to end."

....Wendy, PA

I know how this usually goes. You want to travel, but you don't want to pay extra just because you're not bringing a plus-one, and you don't want to sit alone at dinner surrounded by couples who've been together forty years. This trip solves both problems at once — you get your own room, and you get a boat full of women who are exactly like you: independent, curious, and done waiting for someone else to be free before they book a trip.

The pace of this one suits us too. It's not a forced march through checklist sightseeing — most days you have a choice between an active option and a gentler one, whether that's the walking tour of Porto or the coach tour, Salamanca's flamenco lunch or a quieter afternoon at the Douro Museum. Nobody's rushing anybody. And there's a lot of just sitting on the sun deck with a glass of vinho verde watching terraced vineyards go by, which, frankly, is its own kind of itinerary.

I only have 14 staterooms held for our group, so this isn't a big anonymous ship — it's our people, on our trip, at our pace.

Here's what you need to know:

Sign up by July 30, 2026 — save $250 off the price of your trip. Sign up between July 31 and August 10, 2026 — save $150 off the price of your trip.

I have 14 staterooms reserved for our group. On August 18, 2026, whatever's left gets released back to the open market — after that date, I can't guarantee there will be space for you on this ship.

If the Douro has been on your list, or if you've just been waiting for a trip where you don't have to pay extra to travel solo, this is the one. Send me a message or grab your spot below — I'd love to have you on this one with me.