Descubra la pintoresca e histórica Oporto y el barrio Vila Nova de Gaia, cuna de la emblemática industria del vino oporto. O visite la panorámica campiña portuguesa y Guimarães, con su impactante castillo medieval, y la hermosa Braga, con el Santuario de Bom Jesus y la magnífica catedral. Encuentre joyas de filigrana de oro y plata, preciosos azulejos, porcelana, artículos de cuero, alfombras de encaje de aguja y bordados y encajes de Madeira. Pruebe una especialidad norteña como el caldo verde (sopa de papas, repollo en tiras y salchicha ahumada) o un entremés (queso de cabra, aceitunas y jamón ahumado). El pescado y el cerdo son la base de la mayoría de los menús, acompañados de un oporto.
Oporto is an awarded city of Port Wine, and Douro River- considered one of the most attractive European destinations would enchant you with its open-air museums, narrow streets and sites classified as World Heritage by UNESCO. One highlight will be spending 2 nights in a giant wine barrel overlooking a beautiful vineyard and the second highlight is the unique opportunity to learn about and assist with the olive harvest at Quinta da Pacheca.
AVISO: This program begins in Oporto, Portugal; therefore, arriving flights must be booked into the Francisco Sá de Carneiro Airport in Oporto. The program ends in Lisbon where guests will embark the ship.
This program is limited to a maximum of 10 guests and is not recommended for guests who require use of a wheelchair.
DÍA 1
After flying into Francisco Sá de Carneiro Airport in Oporto, you will proceed through Customs and claim your luggage. You will then be met and transferred to your hotel.
Check-in is 3:00pm. Although every effort will be made to have rooms available earlier, this cannot be guaranteed. If you are arriving early, you may wish to book an extra night to guarantee immediate check-in.
The remainder of the day will be at your leisure, and lunch and dinner will be on your own.
DÍA 2
Following breakfast at the hotel and check out, you will travel toward Oporto’s city center for an enlightening tour of its landmarks. For the ultimate view of the Douro River that runs through the city, you will ride a cable car above its banks. You will likely see plenty of rabelo boats, traditional vessels that were once used to transport port wine barrels from the Douro region to the city of Vila Nova de Gaia.
Later, after driving to the Serra do Pilar lookout, you will enjoy a sweeping view of Oporto. Upon reaching upper Gaia town, you will stop at a wine cellar to learn about the production of port wine step by step. It is a fascinating process made even more relevant with a sampling of several port wines.
Lunch follows at the RC Restaurant. Founded in 1894, it is considered the most emblematic restaurant in the city. The setting couldn’t be more exquisite and the cuisine is both traditional and innovative. RC restaurant is located within Oporto’s historic old quarter, an area that UNESCO has deemed worthy of a World Heritage site designation for being an outstanding urban landscape with a 2,000-year-old history.
After dining, you will continue touring the old quarter, where you will see one landmark after another, including the Stock Exchange Palace, Bolhão Market and Lello Bookshop, the São Bento Railway Station and the soaring bell tower that rises above the Clerigos Church. The Church of São Francisco is considered the finest example of Gothic architecture in Oporto.
In time, you will proceed inland and upriver into the Douro Valley wine region, a beautifully terraced landscape that produces some of Portugal’s finest port wine. Upon arriving at the Quinta da Pacheco winery hotel, you will check into one of the most unusual suites that you could ever imagine.
Your accommodations will be one of 10 giant wooden wine barrels overlooking the vineyards. Each wooden barrel is named after a wine grape and features a skylight and an oversized round glass door that opens onto a private terrace and bathes the interior with natural light. Considering their setting in a wine estate, the barrels couldn’t be more a fitting or entertaining place to stay.
This evening, dinner is included at Quinta da Pacheca, one of the valley’s oldest and most esteemed wineries.
AVISO IMPORTANTE: The wine barrel rooms are glamping-type units and include a sink, toilet, shower, rounded double bed, small desk and are 98-feet in size.
They are outfitted with air-conditioning and wi-fi and there is even a skylight so you can gaze at the stars that look over the beautiful vineyard. Guests will be taken to their rooms by golf cart. There is a spa, pool, restaurant and gift shop on site.
We encourage you to review them on-line prior to booking to ensure this is the right program for you – search Quinta da Pacheco wine barrel rooms for photos and videos. For the adventurous wine lovers who don’t mind unique settings without all the luxuries of a 5-star hotel, this is a fun program for you! The whole experience is quite authentic.
DAY 3 - Olives are typically ready to harvest at the end of October. If ready to be picked, this will be the day’s activity:
The end of October marks the time to harvest olives from the Pacheca grove and mid-morning, you will have the unique experience of getting in the grove and assisting with the long-awaited olive harvest.
You will be welcomed with a treat of traditional corn bread and cured olives before walking through the olive grove where the history and process of harvesting is explained. Guests will also learn how to check if the olives are ripe enough to pick before actually helping to harvest the olives. A true hands-on experience!
Following the harvest, enjoy a tasting of Quinta da Pacheca olive oils including Pacheca Extra Virgin Olive Oil 100% Verdeal, Pacheca Extra Virgin Olive Oil 100% Cobrançosa, Pacheca 100% Madural Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Pacheca Biological Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
After all that hard work harvesting olives, enjoy a traditional 4-course wine pairing lunch.
The remainder of the day will be at your leisure. Dinner is included at the hotel.
Aviso: Comfortable clothes and closed toe shoes should be worn. Olive oil production takes place off-site so this process will not be seen.
DAY 3 – Alternate itinerary IF the olives are not ready for harvest:
After breakfast at the hotel, you will travel deeper into the Douro Valley, an area that has been producing wine for at least 2,000 years. Fortified port wine has been a staple since the 18th century, which together with the long tradition of viticulture prompted UNESCO to declare the valley a World Heritage site.
Upon arriving at Quinta da Aveleda, you will begin with an overall tour of the winery that was founded more than 150 years ago. The fifth generation of the Guedes family now runs Quinta da Aveleda and its many vineyards throughout the Douro Valley.
A sumptuous lunch of traditional Portuguese cuisine follows. The dishes will be thoughtfully paired with wines produced with grapes from various vineyards. They may include a varietal made with Alvarinho grapes from two different terroirs, a varietal from Loureiro grapes that boasts aromas of passionfruit and citrus fruits, and a blend from the two grapes that is named for the winery’s founder Manoel Pedro Guedes. Quinta da Aveleda almost entirely produces white wines.
After lunch, you will meander through the botanical gardens that surround the lake and tea house. Some of the specimens, such as the Japanese cedars and American sequoias, were planted more than a century ago. If in bloom, the more than 100 species of camellias will add glorious splashes of color to the lush greenery.
In the late afternoon, you will return to the Quinta da Pacheca hotel for the evening.
Dinner is included at the hotel.
DÍA 4
Following breakfast at the hotel and check out, you will travel to Lisbon with a brief stop in Coimbra.
There, you will view from the outside the Santa Clara Monastery and the University of Coimbra, which consists of several colleges that together UNESCO declared a World Heritage site for the centuries of interdependence between the city of Coimbra and the university.
For a literal taste of Coimbra, you will sample its signature egg-custard filled pastry: Pastel de Tentugal.
Continuing on to Lisbon, you will enjoy a short panoramic driving tour of the capital city, if time permits. Upon arriving at the pier, you will embark the cruise ship.
Detalles del Programa Terrestre Paso a Paso
• El orden de los sitios visitados puede variar para evitar que se llenen demasiado. Los horarios del programa son aproximados, se indican a modo de referencia general y están sujetos a cambios.
• Los itinerarios con los detalles más actualizados se emitirán cuando usted reciba por correo electrónico los documentos finales del crucero 21 días antes de que comience la navegación. A continuación, recibirá un itinerario final de nuestro operador terrestre con una Carta de Bienvenida a su llegada o en el hotel. Revise detenidamente la carta y el itinerario final para ver si hay más modificaciones.
• Los hoteles destinados para el programa terrestre serán los hoteles que figuran en este documento, a menos que se indique lo contrario antes de la fecha de comienzo del programa terrestre.
• Los huéspedes que no lleguen el Día 1 según el programa terrestre se considerarán ausentes y se liberará su espacio en el hotel.
Noches Adicionales
•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the hotel that is used on the FIRST NIGHT of your land program
• Si reserva noches adicionales a través de la línea de cruceros, será recibido según los detalles del vuelo proporcionados y será trasladado a su hotel. El registro de entrada es a las 15:00 h (sujeto a cambios). Las comidas que no sean el desayuno, así como las actividades, corren por su cuenta hasta el Día 2 del programa.
• Si tiene un vuelo que llega temprano, es posible que desee reservar una noche adicional, ya que su habitación no estará lista para ocuparse hasta aproximadamente las 15:00 h.
• Si reserva noches adicionales por su cuenta, los traslados no están incluidos.
DÍA 1
Arrive at Francisco Sá de Carneiro Airport in Oporto.
You will be met outside Customs and transferred to your hotel to spend the afternoon and the evening at your leisure.
Check in time at your hotel starts at 3:00pm.
Si bien se hará todo lo posible para que pueda ingresar antes, no podemos garantizar la disponibilidad de las habitaciones.
Meals are on your own today
Overnight at the Lodge Hotel or similar
Encuentro y traslados
• Los documentos finales del crucero se enviarán por correo electrónico 21 días antes de que comience la navegación. El número de teléfono del agente terrestre local estará en la página 1 si no puede ubicar al representante a su llegada. Tenga en cuenta que el representante puede estar ayudando a otros; y es posible que no esté a la vista cuando salga por primera vez de la Aduana y del área de reclamo de equipaje.
• Busque a alguien que tenga un cartel con el logotipo de la línea de cruceros y posiblemente su nombre. En caso de duda, solicite al personal del aeropuerto que le indique el área de reunión para los traslados o que busque a nuestro representante.
• El encuentro y los traslados se organizan para los huéspedes que lleguen el Día 1 de un programa terrestre o para noches adicionales reservadas a través de la línea de cruceros, y se organizan en función de los detalles del vuelo recibidos por los huéspedes al menos 14 días antes de que comience la navegación. Los huéspedes que lleguen de manera independiente antes de la fecha de comienzo del programa no tendrán el traslado incluido.
• Si no hemos recibido los detalles de su vuelo o si sus vuelos han cambiado, y si no se notificó al Equipo Terrestre de Servicios en Destino, no se podrá brindar el traslado y los huéspedes serán responsables de llegar al hotel del programa terrestre a su cargo. Contacte de inmediato a nuestro Departamento de Reservas por cualquier cambio en el vuelo antes de la salida.
DÍA 2
8:00am Breakfast at the hotel and check out
9:30am Depart for a tour of Oporto’s city center
10:30am Tour the city center, partially by cable car
11:00am Visit a port cellar for a wine tasting
12:00pm Proceed to RC Restaurant for lunch
1:30pm Continue touring Oporto and see landmarks such as the Stock Exchange Palace, Bolhão Market and Lello Bookshop, Santa Catarina Street, Clerigos Tower, São Bento Railway Station and S. Francisco Church.
3:00pm Depart for Quinta da Pacheca, where you will stay overnight in a wine barrel
8:00pm Dinner at the hotel
Overnight at Quinta da Pacheca
DAY 3 – If olives are ready for harvest:
8:00am Breakfast at the hotel
10:30am Welcome with traditional corn bread and cured olives
11:00am Walk through the olive grove and participation in the harvest
12:30pm Tasting of new Quinta da Pacheca olive oils
1:30pm 4-course lunch with wine pairing
Remainder of the day at leisure
8:00pm Dinner at the hotel
Overnight at Quinta da Pacheca
DAY 3 - Alternate program in case the olives are not ready to be harvested
8:00am Breakfast at the hotel
9:00am Depart for a scenic tour of the Douro Valley
12:00pm Tour the Quinta da Aveleda winery
1:30pm Lunch and wine Tasting at Quinta da Aveleda
3:00pm Browse the botanical gardens at Quinta da Aveleda
5:00pm Return to the hotel
8:00pm Dinner at the hotel
Overnight at Quinta da Pacheca
DÍA 4
7:30am Breakfast at the hotel and check out
8:30am Depart for Lisbon
10:00am Stop in Coimbra for a snack and restrooms
10:40am Proceed to Lisbon
12:30pm Scenic drive through Lisbon’s city center
1:15pm Approximate arrival time at the pier for embarkation
Pronóstico del tiempo
In June, the average temperature in Oporto is a lovely 18°C (64°F), but it's known to go well over that, particularly in the third and fourth week towards July.
In October, temperatures can drop down to approximately 20 Celsius (68 F).
Qué debe traer
Comfortable shoes (closed toe for olive harvesting) and a jacket or sweater for cooler temperatures. Casual smart dress for dinners. An umbrella in case of rain, bathing suit, camera, hat, sunscreen.
Moneda Local
The Euro
Electricidad
220 voltios. Bring a travel adaptor for electric devices.
Requisitos de Documentación y Visa
Se requiere un pasaporte válido.
Hoteles
The Lodge Hotel
Rua de Serpa Pinto, 60, 4400-037 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
Teléfono: +351 22 015 7540
Quinta da Pacheca
Rua do Relógio do Sol 261 Cambres, 5100-424 Lamego Douro Valley - Portugal
Teléfono: +351 254 331 229
* Solo ofrecemos hoteles diferentes en situaciones imprevistas. Si se requieren hoteles similares, tendrán la misma clasificación y estándares; y le notificaremos acerca del cambio. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure then you will be staying at the hotels listed in this program.
El programa incluye:
•Transfer from the airport to the hotel
•1 night at The Lodge Hotel or similar – Deluxe room
•2 nights at Quinta da Pacheca hotel – Wine Barrel room
•Lunch on Day 2 and Day 3
•Dinner on Day 2 and Day 3
•Wine tastings per the itinerary
•Olive oil harvesting if the olives are ready to be picked (alternate wine tasting excursion if not)
•Tours and entrances per itinerary
•Whisper audio system for the duration of the tour
•English-speaking guide throughout
•Complimentary bottled water on the coach
•Hotel porterage
Tenga en cuenta lo siguiente: Los huéspedes que reservan sus propios vuelos, independientemente de cuál sea la línea de cruceros, son responsables de garantizar que la línea de cruceros tenga la información de llegada actualizada, para poder planificar el traslado. Si usted reserva noches adicionales por su cuenta, la línea de cruceros no proporcionará el traslado de llegada.
El programa no incluye:
• Gastos personales
•Gratuities for drivers and tour guides
•Any meals not mentioned in the program
• Servicios imprevistos del hotel, incluidos el minibar y el servicio a la habitación
Aviso: Los programas terrestres que incluyen numerosos días en la costa incluyen actividades prolongadas y aquellos de duración más corta ofrecen, en general, actividades más moderadas. Sin embargo, cada programa varía y los huéspedes deben estar preparados para lidiar con distintas superficies, entre ellas, pendientes, adoquines, arena y senderos naturales o de grava. Es posible que haya que subir escaleras o escalones. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns should check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation.
Todos los programas terrestres cuentan con capacidad limitada y están sujetos a disponibilidad. Los programas que no alcanzan la cantidad mínima de participantes requerida están sujetos a cancelación. Los precios publicados también están sujetos a cambios que dependen del aumento de los costos del transporte, de los servicios terrestres o de la fluctuación de la moneda. Después de la compra, el precio está garantizado y no está sujeto a cambios.
Los Programas Terrestres deben comprarse hasta 90 días antes de la fecha en que comienza la navegación. Las cancelaciones realizadas 90 días o menos antes de la fecha de partida están sujetas a una multa por cancelación del 100%. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program. Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered no-shows and their hotel space will be released.
Oporto is an awarded city of Port Wine, and Douro River- considered one of the most attractive European destinations would enchant you with its open-air museums, narrow streets and sites classified as World Heritage by UNESCO. A highlight will be spending 2 nights in a giant wine barrel overlooking a beautiful vineyard.
AVISO: This program begins in Oporto, Portugal; therefore, arriving flights must be booked into the Francisco Sá de Carneiro Airport in Oporto. The program ends in Lisbon where guests will embark the ship.
This program is limited to a maximum of 10 guests and is not recommended for guests who require use of a wheelchair.
DÍA 1
After flying into Francisco Sá de Carneiro Airport in Oporto, you will proceed through Customs and claim your luggage. You will then be met and transferred to your hotel.
Check-in is 3:00pm. Although every effort will be made to have rooms available earlier, this cannot be guaranteed. If you are arriving early, you may wish to book an extra night to guarantee immediate check-in.
The remainder of the day will be at your leisure, and lunch and dinner will be on your own.
DÍA 2
Following breakfast at the hotel and check out, you will travel toward Oporto’s city center for an enlightening tour of its landmarks. For the ultimate view of the Douro River that runs through the city, you will ride a cable car above its banks. You will likely see plenty of rabelo boats, traditional vessels that were once used to transport port wine barrels from the Douro region to the city of Vila Nova de Gaia.
Later, after driving to the Serra do Pilar lookout, you will enjoy a sweeping view of Oporto. Upon reaching upper Gaia town, you will stop at a wine cellar to learn about the production of port wine step by step. It is a fascinating process made even more relevant with a sampling of several port wines.
Lunch follows at the RC Restaurant. Founded in 1894, it is considered the most emblematic restaurant in the city. The setting couldn’t be more exquisite and the cuisine is both traditional and innovative. RC restaurant is located within Oporto’s historic old quarter, an area that UNESCO has deemed worthy of a World Heritage site designation for being an outstanding urban landscape with a 2,000-year-old history.
After dining, you will continue touring the old quarter, where you will see one landmark after another, including the Stock Exchange Palace, Bolhão Market and Lello Bookshop, the São Bento Railway Station and the soaring bell tower that rises above the Clerigos Church. The Church of São Francisco is considered the finest example of Gothic architecture in Oporto.
In time, you will proceed inland and upriver into the Douro Valley wine region, a beautifully terraced landscape that produces some of Portugal’s finest port wine. Upon arriving at the Quinta da Pacheco winery hotel, you will check into one of the most unusual suites that you could ever imagine.
Your accommodations will be one of 10 giant wooden wine barrels overlooking the vineyards. Each wooden barrel is named after a wine grape and features a skylight and an oversized round glass door that opens onto a private terrace and bathes the interior with natural light. Considering their setting in a wine estate, the barrels couldn’t be more a fitting or entertaining place to stay.
This evening, dinner is included at Quinta da Pacheca, one of the valley’s oldest and most esteemed wineries.
AVISO IMPORTANTE: The wine barrel rooms are glamping-type units and include a sink, toilet, shower, rounded double bed, small desk and are 98-feet in size. They are outfitted with air-conditioning and wi-fi and there is even a skylight so you can gaze at the stars that look over the beautiful vineyard. Guests will be taken to their rooms by golf cart. There is a spa, pool, restaurant and gift shop on site. We encourage you to review them on-line prior to booking to ensure this is the right program for you – search Quinta da Pacheco wine barrel rooms for photos and videos. For the adventurous wine lovers who don’t mind unique settings without all the luxuries of a 5-star hotel, this is a fun program for you! The whole experience is quite authentic.
DÍA 3
After breakfast at the hotel, you will travel deeper into the Douro Valley, an area that has been producing wine for at least 2,000 years. Fortified port wine has been a staple since the 18th century, which together with the long tradition of viticulture prompted UNESCO to declare the valley a World Heritage site.
Upon arriving at Quinta da Aveleda, you will begin with an overall tour of the winery that was founded more than 150 years ago. The fifth generation of the Guedes family now runs Quinta da Aveleda and its many vineyards throughout the Douro Valley.
A sumptuous lunch of traditional Portuguese cuisine follows. The dishes will be thoughtfully paired with wines produced with grapes from various vineyards. They may include a varietal made with Alvarinho grapes from two different terroirs, a varietal from Loureiro grapes that boasts aromas of passionfruit and citrus fruits, and a blend from the two grapes that is named for the winery’s founder Manoel Pedro Guedes. Quinta da Aveleda almost entirely produces white wines.
After lunch, you will meander through the botanical gardens that surround the lake and tea house. Some of the specimens, such as the Japanese cedars and American sequoias, were planted more than a century ago. If in bloom, the more than 100 species of camellias will add glorious splashes of color to the lush greenery.
In the late afternoon, you will return to the Quinta da Pacheca hotel for the evening.
Dinner is included at the hotel.
DÍA 4
Following breakfast at the hotel and check out, you will travel to Lisbon with a brief stop in Coimbra.
There, you will view from the outside the Santa Clara Monastery and the University of Coimbra, which consists of several colleges that together UNESCO declared a World Heritage site for the centuries of interdependence between the city of Coimbra and the university.
For a literal taste of Coimbra, you will sample its signature egg-custard filled pastry: Pastel de Tentugal.
Continuing on to Lisbon, you will enjoy a short panoramic driving tour of the capital city, if time permits. Upon arriving at the pier, you will embark the cruise ship.
Detalles del Programa Terrestre Paso a Paso
• El orden de los sitios visitados puede variar para evitar que se llenen demasiado. Los horarios del programa son aproximados, se indican a modo de referencia general y están sujetos a cambios.
• Los itinerarios con los detalles más actualizados se emitirán cuando usted reciba por correo electrónico los documentos finales del crucero 21 días antes de que comience la navegación. A continuación, recibirá un itinerario final de nuestro operador terrestre con una Carta de Bienvenida a su llegada o en el hotel. Revise detenidamente la carta y el itinerario final para ver si hay más modificaciones.
• Los hoteles destinados para el programa terrestre serán los hoteles que figuran en este documento, a menos que se indique lo contrario antes de la fecha de comienzo del programa terrestre.
• Los huéspedes que no lleguen el Día 1 según el programa terrestre se considerarán ausentes y se liberará su espacio en el hotel.
Noches Adicionales
•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the hotel that is used on the FIRST NIGHT of your land program
• Si reserva noches adicionales a través de la línea de cruceros, será recibido según los detalles del vuelo proporcionados y será trasladado a su hotel. El registro de entrada es a las 15:00 h (sujeto a cambios). Las comidas que no sean el desayuno, así como las actividades, corren por su cuenta hasta el Día 2 del programa.
• Si tiene un vuelo que llega temprano, es posible que desee reservar una noche adicional, ya que su habitación no estará lista para ocuparse hasta aproximadamente las 15:00 h.
• Si reserva noches adicionales por su cuenta, los traslados no están incluidos.
DÍA 1
Arrive at Francisco Sá de Carneiro Airport in Oporto.
You will be met outside Customs and transferred to your hotel to spend the afternoon and the evening at your leisure.
Check in time at your hotel starts at 3:00pm.
Si bien se hará todo lo posible para que pueda ingresar antes, no podemos garantizar la disponibilidad de las habitaciones.
Meals are on your own today
Overnight at the Lodge Hotel or similar
Encuentro y traslados
• Los documentos finales del crucero se enviarán por correo electrónico 21 días antes de que comience la navegación. El número de teléfono del agente terrestre local estará en la página 1 si no puede ubicar al representante a su llegada. Tenga en cuenta que el representante puede estar ayudando a otros; y es posible que no esté a la vista cuando salga por primera vez de la Aduana y del área de reclamo de equipaje.
• Busque a alguien que tenga un cartel con el logotipo de la línea de cruceros y posiblemente su nombre. En caso de duda, solicite al personal del aeropuerto que le indique el área de reunión para los traslados o que busque a nuestro representante.
• El encuentro y los traslados se organizan para los huéspedes que lleguen el Día 1 de un programa terrestre o para noches adicionales reservadas a través de la línea de cruceros, y se organizan en función de los detalles del vuelo recibidos por los huéspedes al menos 14 días antes de que comience la navegación. Los huéspedes que lleguen de manera independiente antes de la fecha de comienzo del programa no tendrán el traslado incluido.
• Si no hemos recibido los detalles de su vuelo o si sus vuelos han cambiado, y si no se notificó al Equipo Terrestre de Servicios en Destino, no se podrá brindar el traslado y los huéspedes serán responsables de llegar al hotel del programa terrestre a su cargo. Contacte de inmediato a nuestro Departamento de Reservas por cualquier cambio en el vuelo antes de la salida.
DÍA 2
8:00am Breakfast at the hotel and check out
9:30am Depart for a tour of Oporto’s city center
10:30am Tour the city center, partially by cable car
11:00am Visit a port cellar for a wine tasting
12:00pm Proceed to RC Restaurant for lunch
1:30pm Continue touring Oporto and see landmarks such as the Stock Exchange Palace, Bolhão Market and Lello Bookshop, Santa Catarina Street, Clerigos Tower, São Bento Railway Station and S. Francisco Church.
3:00pm Depart for Quinta da Pacheca, where you will stay overnight in a wine barrel
8:00pm Dinner at the hotel
Overnight at Quinta da Pacheca
DÍA 3
8:00am Breakfast at the hotel
9:00am Depart for a scenic tour of the Douro Valley
12:00pm Tour the Quinta da Aveleda winery
1:30pm Lunch and wine Tasting at Quinta da Aveleda
3:00pm Browse the botanical gardens at Quinta da Aveleda
5:00pm Return to the hotel
8:00pm Dinner at the hotel
Overnight at Quinta da Pacheca
DÍA 4
7:30am Breakfast at the hotel and check out
8:30am Depart for Lisbon
10:00am Stop in Coimbra for a snack and restrooms
10:40am Proceed to Lisbon
12:30pm Scenic drive through Lisbon’s city center
1:15pm Approximate arrival time at the pier for embarkation
Pronóstico del tiempo
In June, the average temperature in Oporto is a lovely 18°C (64°F), but it's known to go well over that, particularly in the third and fourth week towards July.
In October, temperatures can drop down to approximately 20 Celsius (68 F).
Qué debe traer
Comfortable shoes and a jacket or sweater for cooler temperatures. Casual smart dress for dinners. An umbrella in case of rain, bathing suit, camera, hat, sunscreen.
Moneda Local
The Euro
Electricidad
220 voltios. Bring a travel adaptor for electric devices.
Requisitos de Documentación y Visa
Se requiere un pasaporte válido.
Hoteles
The Lodge Hotel
Rua de Serpa Pinto, 60, 4400-037 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
Teléfono: +351 22 015 7540
Quinta da Pacheca
Rua do Relógio do Sol 261 Cambres, 5100-424 Lamego Douro Valley - Portugal
Teléfono: +351 254 331 229
* Solo ofrecemos hoteles diferentes en situaciones imprevistas. Si se requieren hoteles similares, tendrán la misma clasificación y estándares; y le notificaremos acerca del cambio. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure then you will be staying at the hotels listed in this program.
El programa incluye:
•Transfer from the airport to the hotel
•1 night at The Lodge Hotel or similar – Deluxe room
•2 nights at Quinta da Pacheca hotel – Wine Barrel stay
•Lunch and wine tasting on Day 2 and Day 3
•Dinner on Day 2 and Day 3
•Tours and entrances per itinerary
•Whisper audio system for the duration of the tour
•English-speaking guide throughout
•Complimentary bottled water on the coach
•Hotel porterage
Tenga en cuenta lo siguiente: Los huéspedes que reservan sus propios vuelos, independientemente de cuál sea la línea de cruceros, son responsables de garantizar que la línea de cruceros tenga la información de llegada actualizada, para poder planificar el traslado. Si usted reserva noches adicionales por su cuenta, la línea de cruceros no proporcionará el traslado de llegada.
El programa no incluye:
• Gastos personales
•Gratuities for drivers and tour guides
•Any meals not mentioned in the program
• Servicios imprevistos del hotel, incluidos el minibar y el servicio a la habitación
Aviso: Los programas terrestres que incluyen numerosos días en la costa incluyen actividades prolongadas y aquellos de duración más corta ofrecen, en general, actividades más moderadas. Sin embargo, cada programa varía y los huéspedes deben estar preparados para lidiar con distintas superficies, entre ellas, pendientes, adoquines, arena y senderos naturales o de grava. Es posible que haya que subir escaleras o escalones. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns should check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation.
Todos los programas terrestres cuentan con capacidad limitada y están sujetos a disponibilidad. Los programas que no alcanzan la cantidad mínima de participantes requerida están sujetos a cancelación. Los precios publicados también están sujetos a cambios que dependen del aumento de los costos del transporte, de los servicios terrestres o de la fluctuación de la moneda. Después de la compra, el precio está garantizado y no está sujeto a cambios.
Los Programas Terrestres deben comprarse hasta 90 días antes de la fecha en que comienza la navegación. Las cancelaciones realizadas 90 días o menos antes de la fecha de partida están sujetas a una multa por cancelación del 100%. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program. Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered no-shows and their hotel space will be released.
Discover Oporto’s celebrated Old Quarter, delve into the wine-producing Douro Valley and browse Portugal’s oldest university – all of which UNESCO designated as World Heritage sites.
AVISO: This program begins in Lisbon and ends in Oporto, Portugual; therefore, departing flights must be booked out of the Francisco Sá de Carneiro Airport in Oporto.
DÍA 1
Disembark the ship in Lisbon and meet you guide.
Begin with a drive to the town of Alcobaça, in central Portugal, 120 km north of Lisbon. Here you will visit to the Alcobaça Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that was founded by Portugal’s first king in 1153 and became one of the most important monasteries in the country. This is followed by a seafood lunch.
Later, check in at your hotel - Quinta des Lagrimas, which for centuries was a private sanctuary that welcomed Kings and Emperors. Today it’s a member of the “Small Luxury Hotels of the World” and where romantics can discover the medieval love legend of Prince Pedro and the fair Inês de Castro.
Dinner is included at the hotel this evening.
DÍA 2
After breakfast and check out, join a local expert for a tour that introduces you to the University of Coimbra, the oldest in Portugal, and its Johannine Library.
Built between 1717 and 1728, this library contains over 50,000 volumes and was constructed on the ruins of a medieval prison. Consisting of several colleges, UNESCO declared this a World Heritage site for the centuries of interdependence between the city of Coimbra and the university.
Enjoy some time at leisure for lunch on your own or to explore before you continue to your next hotel in the beautiful Douro Valley. The Vintage House Hotel is a magnificent hotel, which used to house a former 19th Century winery, lies within an idyllic and tranquil riverside setting, surrounded by hills and mountains covered with vines.
Dinner is on your own this evening.
DÍA 3
Enjoy breakfast before setting out for a drive along the beautiful Douro Valley, a place of lush, rolling hills terraced by rows of grapevines that produces some of Portugal’s finest port wine.
This is an area that has been producing wine for at least 2,000 years. Fortified port wine has been a staple since the 18th century, which together with the long tradition of viticulture prompted UNESCO to declare the valley a World Heritage site.
Take to the water as the locals have for centuries on a traditional rabelo boat. Embark on a scenic cruise down the Douro Valley, admiring its vineyards and whitewashed estates.
Cap off your cruise with a winery visit, picnic lunch, tour and tasting.
Then, return to the hotel for an evening at leisure. La cena corre por su cuenta.
DÍA 4
Following breakfast at the hotel and check, drive to a small city in the Douro Valley where you will meet a local viscountess to learn about the history of her family and their estate. Enjoy a welcome drink as you get to know the Countess. Enter the old kitchens, where you learn to cook a five-course meal using the original wood-burning stoves.
Indulge in the hearty lunch that you helped prepare, and later journey to Oporto where you will stay for the next two nights. La cena corre por su cuenta.
DÍA 5
After breakfast, meet your guide and set out to explore the Cais da Ribeira, the quayside of the fascinating Ribeira district.
The tour will continue in Oporto’s historic center along the hills above the mouth of the Douro River. UNESCO has deemed the old quarter worthy of a World Heritage site designation for being an outstanding urban landscape with a 2,000-year-old history.
There, you will see one landmark after another such as the Stock Exchange Palace, Bolhão Market and Lello Bookshop, the São Bento Railway Station and the soaring bell tower that rises above the Clerigos Church. The Church of São Francisco is considered the finest example of Gothic architecture in Oporto.
Return to your hotel where the remainder of the afternoon is at your leisure. El almuerzo corre por su cuenta.
Later, savor dinner at one of the city’s famous port lodges.
DÍA 6
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before checking out and transferring to Oporto’s Francisco Sá de Carneiro Airport for your flight home. Transfers will be arranged based on the flight details provided. Should you have a late flight, luggage can be stored at the hotel until your transfer. Horario de registro de salida: 12:00 h.
Detalles del Programa Terrestre Paso a Paso:
• Aviso: el orden de los sitios visitados puede variar para evitar que se llenen demasiado. Todos los horarios del programa son aproximados, se indican a modo de referencia general y están sujetos a cambios.
• Los itinerarios con los detalles más actualizados (hasta el momento) se emitirán usted cuando reciba por correo electrónico los documentos finales del crucero 21 días antes de que comience la navegación. El equipo de Servicios en Destino le proporcionará los itinerarios finales con los detalles más actualizados una vez que usted esté a bordo del barco. Revise detenidamente el itinerario final para ver si hay más modificaciones.
• Los hoteles destinados para el programa terrestre serán los hoteles que figuran en este documento, a menos que se indique lo contrario antes de la fecha de comienzo del programa terrestre.
• El traslado de salida no está incluido si los huéspedes salen antes del último día del programa.
DÍA 1
9:00am Disembark the ship in Lisbon
10:45am Arrive at the Alcobaça Monastery for a visit
12:30pm Savor a seafood lunch
2:00pm Depart for the Douro Valley
3:15pm Arrive at your hotel and check in
7:00pm Dinner is included at the hotel
Overnight at Quinta des Lagrimas or similar hotel
DÍA 2
8:00am Breakfast at your hotel and check out
9:00am Join a local expert for a tour to the University of Coimbra
11:00am Time at leisure to explore and enjoy lunch on your own
1:30pm Return drive to your hotel
4:00pm Approximate arrival at your hotel for check-in
Evening at leisure and dinner on own
Overnight at The Vintage House Hotel or similar
DÍA 3
8:00am Breakfast at your hotel
9:00am Depart for a drive through the Douro Valley
10:130amScenic cruise
12:30pm Winery visit with tasting, tour and picnic lunch
4:30pm Return to your hotel, evening at leisure and dinner on own
Overnight at The Vintage House Hotel or similar
DÍA 4
8:00am Breakfast at your hotel
9:00am Following breakfast and check out, drive to an estate for a tour and cooking class along with lunch
3:30pm Drive to your hotel and check-in
5:30pm Approximate arrival at your hotel
La cena corre por su cuenta
Overnight at The Lodge Hotel or similar
DÍA 5
8:00am Breakfast at your hotel
9:00am After breakfast, guided exploration of the Cais da Ribeira, the quayside including Oporto’s historic center
1:00pm Return to your hotel where the remainder of the afternoon is at your leisure.
Lunch is on your own
7:00pm Transfer to a famous port lodge for dinner
10:00pm Return drive to your hotel
Overnight at The Lodge Hotel or similar
DÍA 6
9:00am Breakfast at your hotel
12:00noon Check out time at the hotel
TBA Transfer to the Francisco Sá de Carneiro Airport in Oporto based on your flight time. Guests with late flights can store luggage at the hotel until their transfer. Day rooms can only be booked on site directly with the hotel
Noches Adicionales:
•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the same hotel used on the LAST NIGHT of your program.
•When you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be transferred to the airport per the flight details provided. El horario del registro de salida es a las 12:00 h (sujeto a cambios). Las comidas que no sean el desayuno corren por su cuenta después del Día 6 del programa.
Traslados:
•All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure the cruise line has their most up to date flight details so that transfers to the airport can be arranged. Si no se reciben los detalles del vuelo 14 días antes de la fecha de comienzo del crucero, no se organizarán los traslados.
•Should you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers are not included.
•Should you have a late departing flight you may wish to book an extra night so that you have occupation of your room until your departure. Se le pedirá que desaloje la habitación a las 12:00 h. Las habitaciones diurnas solo se pueden comprar directamente a través del hotel.
Pronóstico del tiempo
In Oporto, the summers are comfortable, dry, and mostly clear and the winters are cold, wet, and partly cloudy. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 43°F to 76°F and is rarely below 34°F or above 87°F.
Qué debe traer
Comfortable shoes and a jacket or sweater for cooler temperatures. Casual smart dress for dinners. An umbrella in case of rain.
Moneda Local
The Euro
Electricidad
220 voltios. We recommend bringing a travel adaptor for electric devices.
Requisitos de Documentación y Visa
Se requiere un pasaporte válido.
Hoteles
Quinta des Lagrimas
Rua António Augusto Gonçalves, 3041-901 Coimbra, Portugal
Teléfono: +351 239 802 380
The Vintage House Hotel
Rua António Manuel Saraiva, 5085-034, Pinhão, Douro, Portugal
Teléfono: (+351) 254 730 230
The Lodge Hotel
R. de Serpa Pinto 60, 4400-307 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
Teléfono: +351 22 015 7540
* Solo ofrecemos hoteles diferentes en situaciones imprevistas. Si se requieren hoteles similares, tendrán la misma clasificación y estándares; y le notificaremos acerca del cambio. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure then you will be staying at the hotels listed in this program.
El programa incluye:
•1 night at Quinta des Lagrimas or similar – Palace room
•2 nights at the Vintage House Hotel or similar – Standard room
•2 nights at The Lodge Hotel or similar - Deluxe room
• Traslados
•Lunches as indicated in the itinerary 2-course menu – main course + dessert, + 1 glass of wine per person soft drink, mineral water, tea/coffee
•Dinners as indicated in the itinerary, 3-course menu – starter + main course + dessert + ½ bottle of wine per person, soft drink, mineral water, tea/coffee
•Whispers audio
•Tours and entrances per the itinerary with English-speaking guide
•Hotel porterage
• Agua embotellada en los autobuses turísticos
•Gratuities for drivers and tour guides
Tenga en cuenta lo siguiente: Los huéspedes que reservan sus propios vuelos, independientemente de cuál sea la línea de cruceros, son responsables de garantizar que la línea de cruceros tenga la información de salida actualizada, para poder planificar su traslado. Si reserva noches adicionales por su cuenta, la línea de cruceros no proporcionará el traslado de salida. Si no recibimos los detalles de vuelo con un mínimo de 14 días de antelación, no se proporcionarán los traslados.
El programa no incluye:
• Gastos personales
•Any meals not mentioned in the program
• Servicios imprevistos del hotel, incluidos el minibar y el servicio a la habitación
Aviso: Los programas terrestres que incluyen numerosos días en la costa incluyen actividades prolongadas y aquellos de duración más corta ofrecen, en general, actividades más moderadas. Sin embargo, cada programa varía y los huéspedes deben estar preparados para lidiar con distintas superficies, entre ellas, pendientes, adoquines, arena y senderos naturales o de grava. Es posible que haya que subir escaleras o escalones. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns should check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation.
Todos los programas terrestres cuentan con capacidad limitada y están sujetos a disponibilidad. Los programas que no alcanzan la cantidad mínima de participantes requerida están sujetos a cancelación. Los precios publicados también están sujetos a cambios que dependen del aumento de los costos del transporte, de los servicios terrestres o de la fluctuación de la moneda. Después de la compra, el precio está garantizado y no está sujeto a cambios.
Los Programas Terrestres deben comprarse hasta 90 días antes de la fecha en que comienza la navegación. Las cancelaciones realizadas 90 días o menos antes de la fecha de partida están sujetas a una multa por cancelación del 100%. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.
Explore the landmarks of Oporto and discover the vast influence of the Douro River that flows through downtown and into the Douro Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage site for its historical viticulture.
AVISO: This program begins in Oporto, Portugal; therefore, arriving flights must be booked into the Francisco Sá de Carneiro Airport in Oporto. The program ends in Lisbon where guests will embark the ship.
DÍA 1
After flying into Francisco Sá de Carneiro Airport in Oporto, you will proceed through Customs and claim your luggage. You will then be met and transferred to your hotel.
Check-in is 3:00pm. Although every effort will be made to have rooms available earlier, this cannot be guaranteed. If you are arriving early, you may wish to book an extra night to guarantee immediate check-in.
The remainder of the day will be at your leisure with lunch and dinner on your own.
DÍA 2
Following breakfast at the hotel and check out, you will travel toward Oporto’s city center for an enlightening tour of its landmarks. For the ultimate view of the Douro River that runs through the city, you will ride a cable car above its banks. You will likely see plenty of rabelo boats, traditional vessels that were once used to transport port wine barrels from the Douro region to the city of Vila Nova de Gaia.
Later, after driving to the Serra do Pilar lookout, you will enjoy a sweeping view of Oporto. Upon reaching upper Gaia town, you will stop at a wine cellar to learn about the production of port wine step by step. It is a fascinating process made even more relevant with a sampling of several port wines.
Lunch follows at The Blini or a similar restaurant that features traditional cuisine with an emphasis on seafood. The Blini overlooks the Douro River and the views are extraordinary.
The tour will continue in Oporto’s historic center along the hills above the mouth of the Douro River. UNESCO has deemed the old quarter worthy of a World Heritage site designation for being an outstanding urban landscape with a 2,000-year-old history.
There, you will see one landmark after another, including the Stock Exchange Palace, Bolhão Market and Lello Bookshop, the São Bento Railway Station and the soaring bell tower that rises above the Clerigos Church. The Church of São Francisco is considered the finest example of Gothic architecture in Oporto.
In time, you will proceed inland and upriver into the Douro Valley wine region, a beautifully terraced landscape that produces some of Portugal’s finest port wine. Upon arriving at your hotel, you will check in for the evening.
The Six Sense Douro Valley Hotel is a 19th-century manor house perched high on a hill overlooking the valley that you will explore in earnest the next day.
La cena correrá por su cuenta.
DÍA 3
After breakfast at the hotel, you will travel into the Douro Valley, an area that has been producing wine for at least 2,000 years. Fortified port wine has been a staple since the 18th century, which together with the long tradition of viticulture prompted UNESCO to declare the valley a World Heritage site.
Quinta da Pacheca is one of the valley’s oldest and most esteemed wineries. You will become immersed in its rich history while browsing the vineyards and winemaking operations. A lunch of traditional Portuguese cuisine and Douro Valley specialties thoughtfully paired with various wines will follow.
To enhance your knowledge of wine production, you will then participate in an entertaining activity in which you will help bottle, cork and label some of the wine from Quinta da Pacheca. Feel free to explore other areas of the winery afterwards during free time.
You will then return to your hotel to spend another relaxing evening. La cena correrá por su cuenta.
DÍA 4
Following breakfast at the hotel and check out, you will travel to Lisbon with a brief stop in Coimbra.
There, you will view from the outside the Santa Clara Monastery and the University of Coimbra, which consists of several colleges that together UNESCO declared a World Heritage site for the centuries of interdependence between the city of Coimbra and the university.
For a literal taste of Coimbra, you will sample its signature egg-custard filled pastry: Pastel de Tentugal.
Continuing on to Lisbon, you will enjoy a short panoramic driving tour of the capital city, if time permits. Upon arriving at the pier, you will embark the cruise ship.
Detalles del Programa Terrestre Paso a Paso
• El orden de los sitios visitados puede variar para evitar que se llenen demasiado. Los horarios del programa son aproximados, se indican a modo de referencia general y están sujetos a cambios.
• Los itinerarios con los detalles más actualizados se emitirán cuando usted reciba por correo electrónico los documentos finales del crucero 21 días antes de que comience la navegación. A continuación, recibirá un itinerario final de nuestro operador terrestre con una Carta de Bienvenida a su llegada o en el hotel. Revise detenidamente la carta y el itinerario final para ver si hay más modificaciones.
• Los hoteles destinados para el programa terrestre serán los hoteles que figuran en este documento, a menos que se indique lo contrario antes de la fecha de comienzo del programa terrestre.
• Los huéspedes que no lleguen el Día 1 según el programa terrestre se considerarán ausentes y se liberará su espacio en el hotel.
Noches Adicionales
•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the hotel that is used on the FIRST NIGHT of your land program
• Si reserva noches adicionales a través de la línea de cruceros, será recibido según los detalles del vuelo proporcionados y será trasladado a su hotel. El registro de entrada es a las 15:00 h (sujeto a cambios). Las comidas que no sean el desayuno, así como las actividades, corren por su cuenta hasta el Día 2 del programa.
• Si tiene un vuelo que llega temprano, es posible que desee reservar una noche adicional, ya que su habitación no estará lista para ocuparse hasta aproximadamente las 15:00 h.
• Si reserva noches adicionales por su cuenta, los traslados no están incluidos.
DÍA 1
Arrive at Francisco Sá de Carneiro Airport in Oporto.
You will be met outside Customs and transferred to your hotel to spend the afternoon and the evening at your leisure.
Check-in at your hotel starts at 3:00pm.
Si bien se hará todo lo posible para que pueda ingresar antes, no podemos garantizar la disponibilidad de las habitaciones.
A reception with refreshing towels, tea made with herbs from the hotel’s organic garden, port wine and nuts will be available to you.
Overnight at the Hilton Porto Gaia or similar hotel
Encuentro y traslados
• Los documentos finales del crucero se enviarán por correo electrónico 21 días antes de que comience la navegación. El número de teléfono del agente terrestre local estará en la página 1 si no puede ubicar al representante a su llegada. Tenga en cuenta que el representante puede estar ayudando a otros; y es posible que no esté a la vista cuando salga por primera vez de la Aduana y del área de reclamo de equipaje.
• Busque a alguien que tenga un cartel con el logotipo de la línea de cruceros y posiblemente su nombre. En caso de duda, solicite al personal del aeropuerto que le indique el área de reunión para los traslados o que busque a nuestro representante.
• El encuentro y los traslados se organizan para los huéspedes que lleguen el Día 1 de un programa terrestre o para noches adicionales reservadas a través de la línea de cruceros, y se organizan en función de los detalles del vuelo recibidos por los huéspedes al menos 14 días antes de que comience la navegación. Los huéspedes que lleguen de manera independiente antes de la fecha de comienzo del programa no tendrán el traslado incluido.
• Si no hemos recibido los detalles de su vuelo o si sus vuelos han cambiado, y si no se notificó al Equipo Terrestre de Servicios en Destino, no se podrá brindar el traslado y los huéspedes serán responsables de llegar al hotel del programa terrestre a su cargo. Contacte de inmediato a nuestro Departamento de Reservas por cualquier cambio en el vuelo antes de la salida.
DÍA 2
8:00am Breakfast at the hotel and check out
9:30am Depart for a tour of Oporto’s city center
10:30am Tour the city center, partially by cable car
11:00am Visit a port cellar for a wine tasting
12:00pm Proceed to a restaurant for lunch
1:30pm Continue touring Oporto and see landmarks such as the Stock Exchange Palace, Bolhão Market and Lello Bookshop, Santa Catarina Street, Clerigos Tower, São Bento Railway Station and S. Francisco Church.
3:00pm Depart for your hotel
8:00pm Dinner on your own
Overnight at Six Senses Douro Valley or similar hotel
DÍA 3
8:00am Breakfast at the hotel
9:00am Depart for a scenic tour of the Douro Valley
12:00pm Visit the winery Quinta da Pacheca
1:30pm Lunch and wine tasting at Quinta da Pacheca
3:00pm Afternoon activity at Quinta da Pacheca
5:00pm Drive back to the hotel
8:00pm Dinner on your own
Overnight at Six Senses Douro Valley or similar hotel
DÍA 4
7:30am Breakfast at the hotel and check out
8:30am Depart for Lisbon
10:00am Stop in Coimbra for a snack and restrooms
10:40am Proceed to Lisbon
12:30pm Scenic drive through Lisbon’s city center
1:15pm Approximate arrival time at the pier for embarkation
Pronóstico del tiempo
In Oporto, the summers are comfortable, dry, and mostly clear and the winters are cold, wet, and partly cloudy. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 43°F to 76°F and is rarely below 34°F or above 87°F.
Qué debe traer
Comfortable shoes and a jacket or sweater for cooler temperatures. Casual smart dress for dinners. An umbrella in case of rain.
Moneda Local
The Euro
Electricidad
220 voltios. We recommend bringing a travel adaptor for electric devices.
Requisitos de Documentación y Visa
Se requiere un pasaporte válido.
Hoteles
Hilton Porto Gaia
Rua Serpa Pinto, 124, 4400-037 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
Teléfono: + 351 21 319 8900
Six Senses Douro Valley
Quinta de Vale Abraão, Samodães, 5100 – 758 Lamego, Portugal
Teléfono: +351 254 660 600
*Access to spa, gym, indoor pool, baths, fitness center and yoga room included
* Solo ofrecemos hoteles diferentes en situaciones imprevistas. Si se requieren hoteles similares, tendrán la misma clasificación y estándares; y le notificaremos acerca del cambio. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure then you will be staying at the hotels listed in this program.
El programa incluye:
•Transfer from the airport to the hotel
•1 night at the Hilton Porto Gaia or similar – King deluxe room
•2 nights at the Six Senses Douro Valley or similar – Deluxe room
•Lunch and wine tasting on Day 2 and Day 3
•Tours and entrances per the itinerary
Tenga en cuenta lo siguiente: Los huéspedes que reservan sus propios vuelos, independientemente de cuál sea la línea de cruceros, son responsables de garantizar que la línea de cruceros tenga la información de llegada actualizada, para poder planificar el traslado. Si usted reserva noches adicionales por su cuenta, la línea de cruceros no proporcionará el traslado de llegada. Si no recibimos los detalles de vuelo con un mínimo de 14 días de antelación, no se proporcionarán los traslados.
El programa no incluye:
• Gastos personales
•Gratuities for drivers and tour guides
•Any meals not mentioned in the program
• Servicios imprevistos del hotel, incluidos el minibar y el servicio a la habitación
Aviso: Los programas terrestres que incluyen numerosos días en la costa incluyen actividades prolongadas y aquellos de duración más corta ofrecen, en general, actividades más moderadas. Sin embargo, cada programa varía y los huéspedes deben estar preparados para lidiar con distintas superficies, entre ellas, pendientes, adoquines, arena y senderos naturales o de grava. Es posible que haya que subir escaleras o escalones. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns should check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation.
Todos los programas terrestres cuentan con capacidad limitada y están sujetos a disponibilidad. Los programas que no alcanzan la cantidad mínima de participantes requerida están sujetos a cancelación. Los precios publicados también están sujetos a cambios que dependen del aumento de los costos del transporte, de los servicios terrestres o de la fluctuación de la moneda. Después de la compra, el precio está garantizado y no está sujeto a cambios.
Los Programas Terrestres deben comprarse hasta 90 días antes de la fecha en que comienza la navegación. Las cancelaciones realizadas 90 días o menos antes de la fecha de partida están sujetas a una multa por cancelación del 100%. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program. Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered no-shows and their hotel space will be released.
Discover Oporto’s celebrated Old Quarter, delve into the wine-producing Douro Valley and browse Portugal’s oldest university – all of which UNESCO designated as World Heritage sites.
AVISO: This program begins in Oporto, Portugal; therefore, arriving flights must be booked into the Francisco Sá de Carneiro Airport in Oporto. The program ends in Lisbon where guests will embark the ship.
DÍA 1
After flying into Francisco Sá de Carneiro Airport in Oporto, you will proceed through Customs and claim your luggage. You will then be met and transferred to your hotel.
Check-in is 3:00pm. Although every effort will be made to have rooms available earlier, this cannot be guaranteed. If you are arriving early, you may wish to book an extra night to guarantee immediate check-in.
The remainder of the day will be at your leisure with lunch and dinner on your own.
DÍA 2
After breakfast, set out with your guide to explore the Cais da Ribeira, the quayside of the fascinating Ribeira district.
The tour will continue in Oporto’s historic center along the hills above the mouth of the Douro River. UNESCO has deemed the old quarter worthy of a World Heritage site designation for being an outstanding urban landscape with a 2,000-year-old history.
There, you will see one landmark after another such as the Stock Exchange Palace, Bolhão Market and Lello Bookshop, the São Bento Railway Station and the soaring bell tower that rises above the Clerigos Church. The Church of São Francisco is considered the finest example of Gothic architecture in Oporto.
Return to your hotel where the remainder of the afternoon is at your leisure. El almuerzo corre por su cuenta.
Later, savor dinner at one of the city’s famous port lodges.
DÍA 3
Following breakfast at the hotel and check out and drive a small city in the Douro Valley where you will meet a local viscountess to learn about the history of her family and their estate. Enjoy a welcome drink as you get to know the Countess. Enter the old kitchens, where you learn to cook a five-course meal using the original wood-burning stoves.
Indulge in the hearty lunch that you helped prepare, and later journey to Douro Valley where you will stay for the next two nights. La cena corre por su cuenta.
The Vintage House Hotel is a magnificent hotel, which used to house a former 19th Century winery, lies within an idyllic and tranquil riverside setting, surrounded by hills and mountains covered with vines.
DÍA 4
Enjoy breakfast before setting out for a drive along the beautiful Douro Valley, a place of lush, rolling hills terraced by rows of grapevines that produces some of Portugal’s finest port wine.
This is an area that has been producing wine for at least 2,000 years. Fortified port wine has been a staple since the 18th century, which together with the long tradition of viticulture prompted UNESCO to declare the valley a World Heritage site.
Take to the water as the locals have for centuries on a traditional rabelo boat. Embark on a scenic cruise down the Douro Valley, admiring its vineyards and whitewashed estates.
Cap off your cruise with a winery visit, picnic lunch, tour and tasting.
Then, return to the hotel for an evening at leisure. La cena corre por su cuenta.
DÍA 5
Depart this morning and join a local expert for a tour that introduces you to the University of Coimbra, the oldest in Portugal, and its Johannine Library. Built between 1717 and 1728, this library contains over 50,000 volumes and was constructed on the ruins of a medieval prison. Consisting of several colleges, UNESCO declared this a World Heritage site for the centuries of interdependence between the city of Coimbra and the university.
Enjoy some time at leisure for lunch on your own or to explore before you continue to your hotel.
For centuries, Quinta des Lagrimas was a private sanctuary that welcomed Kings and Emperors. Today it’s a member of the “Small Luxury Hotels of the World” and where romantics can discover the medieval love legend of Prince Pedro and the fair Inês de Castro.
Dinner is included at the hotel this evening.
DÍA 6
After breakfast and checking out depart for Alcobaça Monastery, located in the town of Alcobaça. This UNESCO World Heritage Site was founded by Portugal’s first king in 1153 and became one of the most important monasteries in the country.
Next, savor a seafood lunch and later, arrive in Lisbon where the program ends and you will board your ship.
Detalles del Programa Terrestre Paso a Paso
• El orden de los sitios visitados puede variar para evitar que se llenen demasiado. Los horarios del programa son aproximados, se indican a modo de referencia general y están sujetos a cambios.
• Los itinerarios con los detalles más actualizados se emitirán cuando usted reciba por correo electrónico los documentos finales del crucero 21 días antes de que comience la navegación. A continuación, recibirá un itinerario final de nuestro operador terrestre con una Carta de Bienvenida a su llegada o en el hotel. Revise detenidamente la carta y el itinerario final para ver si hay más modificaciones.
• Los hoteles destinados para el programa terrestre serán los hoteles que figuran en este documento, a menos que se indique lo contrario antes de la fecha de comienzo del programa terrestre.
• Los huéspedes que no lleguen el Día 1 según el programa terrestre se considerarán ausentes y se liberará su espacio en el hotel.
Noches Adicionales
•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the hotel that is used on the FIRST NIGHT of your land program
• Si reserva noches adicionales a través de la línea de cruceros, será recibido según los detalles del vuelo proporcionados y será trasladado a su hotel. El registro de entrada es a las 15:00 h (sujeto a cambios). Las comidas que no sean el desayuno, así como las actividades, corren por su cuenta hasta el Día 2 del programa.
• Si tiene un vuelo que llega temprano, es posible que desee reservar una noche adicional, ya que su habitación no estará lista para ocuparse hasta aproximadamente las 15:00 h.
• Si reserva noches adicionales por su cuenta, los traslados no están incluidos.
DÍA 1
Arrive at Francisco Sá de Carneiro Airport in Oporto
You will be met outside Customs and transferred to your hotel
The afternoon and the evening at your leisure
Check-in at your hotel starts at 3:00pm
Although every effort will be made to have rooms available sooner, this cannot be guaranteed
Overnight at The Lodge Hotel or similar
Encuentro y traslados
• Los documentos finales del crucero se enviarán por correo electrónico 21 días antes de que comience la navegación. El número de teléfono del agente terrestre local estará en la página 1 si no puede ubicar al representante a su llegada. Tenga en cuenta que el representante puede estar ayudando a otros; y es posible que no esté a la vista cuando salga por primera vez de la Aduana y del área de reclamo de equipaje.
• Busque a alguien que tenga un cartel con el logotipo de la línea de cruceros y posiblemente su nombre. En caso de duda, solicite al personal del aeropuerto que le indique el área de reunión para los traslados o que busque a nuestro representante.
• El encuentro y los traslados se organizan para los huéspedes que lleguen el Día 1 de un programa terrestre o para noches adicionales reservadas a través de la línea de cruceros, y se organizan en función de los detalles del vuelo recibidos por los huéspedes al menos 14 días antes de que comience la navegación. Los huéspedes que lleguen de manera independiente antes de la fecha de comienzo del programa no tendrán el traslado incluido.
• Si no hemos recibido los detalles de su vuelo o si sus vuelos han cambiado, y si no se notificó al Equipo Terrestre de Servicios en Destino, no se podrá brindar el traslado y los huéspedes serán responsables de llegar al hotel del programa terrestre a su cargo. Contacte de inmediato a nuestro Departamento de Reservas por cualquier cambio en el vuelo antes de la salida.
DÍA 2
8:00am Breakfast at your hotel
9:00am Guided exploration of the Cais da Ribeira, the quayside including Oporto’s historic center
1:00pm Return to your hotel where the remainder of the afternoon is at your leisure.
Lunch is on your own
7:00pm Transfer to a famous port lodge for dinner
10:00pm Return drive to your hotel
Overnight at The Lodge Hotel or similar
DÍA 3
8:00am Breakfast at your hotel
9:00am Following breakfast and check out, drive to the Douro Valley for an estate tour and cooking class along with lunch
3:30pm Drive to your hotel and check-in
4:30pm Approximate arrival at your hotel
La cena corre por su cuenta
Overnight at The Vintage House Hotel or similar
DÍA 4
8:00am Breakfast at your hotel
9:00am Depart for a drive through the Douro Valley
10:30am Scenic cruise
12:30pm Winery visit with tasting, tour and picnic lunch
4:30pm Return to your hotel, dinner on own
Overnight at The Vintage House Hotel or similar
DÍA 5
8:00am Breakfast at your hotel and check out
9:00am Depart for Coimbra
11:15am Join a local expert for a tour to the University of Coimbra
1:00pm Time at leisure to explore and enjoy lunch on your own
4:00pm Return drive to your hotel
4:15pm Approximate arrival at your hotel for check-in
Dinner is included at your hotel
Overnight at Quinta des Lagrimas or similar hotel
DÍA 6
8:00am Breakfast at your hotel
9:00am After breakfast and checking out depart for Alcobaça Monastery
10:30am Visit the Monastery
12:00pm Transfer to a local restaurant for a seafood lunch
1:30pm Depart for the port of Lisbon
3:00pm Approximate arrival at the port to embark the ship
Pronóstico del tiempo
In Oporto, the summers are comfortable, dry, and mostly clear and the winters are cold, wet, and partly cloudy. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 43°F to 76°F and is rarely below 34°F or above 87°F.
Qué debe traer
Comfortable shoes and a jacket or sweater for cooler temperatures. Casual smart dress for dinners. An umbrella in case of rain.
Moneda Local
The Euro
Electricidad
220 voltios. We recommend bringing a travel adaptor for electric devices.
Requisitos de Documentación y Visa
Se requiere un pasaporte válido.
Hoteles
The Lodge Hotel
R. de Serpa Pinto 60, 4400-307 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
Teléfono: +351 22 015 7540
The Vintage House Hotel
Rua António Manuel Saraiva, 5085-034, Pinhão, Douro, Portugal
Teléfono: (+351) 254 730 230
Quinta des Lagrimas
Rua António Augusto Gonçalves, 3041-901 Coimbra, Portugal
Teléfono: +351 239 802 380
* Solo ofrecemos hoteles diferentes en situaciones imprevistas. Si se requieren hoteles similares, tendrán la misma clasificación y estándares; y le notificaremos acerca del cambio. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure then you will be staying at the hotels listed in this program.
El programa incluye:
•Transfer from the airport to the hotel
•2 nights at The Lodge Hotel or similar - Deluxe room
•2 nights at the Vintage House Hotel or similar – Standard room
•1 night at Quinta des Lagrimas or similar – Palace room (In septiembre 2025, the group will stay in Spa Rooms)
•Lunches as indicated in the itinerary 2-course menu – main course + dessert, + 1 glass of wine per person soft drink, mineral water, tea/coffee
•Dinners as indicated in the itinerary, 3-course menu – starter + main course + dessert + ½ bottle of wine per person, soft drink, mineral water, tea/coffee
•Whispers audio
•Tours and entrances per the itinerary with English-speaking guide
•Hotel porterage
•Water on the tour coaches
•Gratuities for drivers and tour guides
Tenga en cuenta lo siguiente: Los huéspedes que reservan sus propios vuelos, independientemente de cuál sea la línea de cruceros, son responsables de garantizar que la línea de cruceros tenga la información de llegada actualizada, para poder planificar el traslado. Si usted reserva noches adicionales por su cuenta, la línea de cruceros no proporcionará el traslado de llegada. Si no recibimos los detalles de vuelo con un mínimo de 14 días de antelación, no se proporcionarán los traslados.
El programa no incluye:
• Gastos personales
•Any meals not mentioned in the program
• Servicios imprevistos del hotel, incluidos el minibar y el servicio a la habitación
Aviso: Los programas terrestres que incluyen numerosos días en la costa incluyen actividades prolongadas y aquellos de duración más corta ofrecen, en general, actividades más moderadas. Sin embargo, cada programa varía y los huéspedes deben estar preparados para lidiar con distintas superficies, entre ellas, pendientes, adoquines, arena y senderos naturales o de grava. Es posible que haya que subir escaleras o escalones. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns should check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation.
Todos los programas terrestres cuentan con capacidad limitada y están sujetos a disponibilidad. Los programas que no alcanzan la cantidad mínima de participantes requerida están sujetos a cancelación. Los precios publicados también están sujetos a cambios que dependen del aumento de los costos del transporte, de los servicios terrestres o de la fluctuación de la moneda. Después de la compra, el precio está garantizado y no está sujeto a cambios.
Los Programas Terrestres deben comprarse hasta 90 días antes de la fecha en que comienza la navegación. Las cancelaciones realizadas 90 días o menos antes de la fecha de partida están sujetas a una multa por cancelación del 100%. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program. Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered no-shows and their hotel space will be released.
Oporto is an awarded city of Port Wine, and Douro River- considered one of the most attractive European destinations would enchant you with its open-air museums, narrow streets and sites classified as World Heritage by UNESCO. A highlight will be spending 2 nights in a giant wine barrel overlooking a beautiful vineyard.
AVISO: This program begins in Oporto, Portugual; therefore, arriving flights must be booked into the Francisco Sá de Carneiro Airport in Oporto. The program ends in Lisbon where guests will embark the ship.
This program is limited to a maximum of 10 guests and is not recommended for guests who require use of a wheelchair.
DÍA 1
After flying into Francisco Sá de Carneiro Airport in Oporto, you will proceed through Customs and claim your luggage. You will then be met and transferred to your hotel.
Check-in is 3:00pm. Although every effort will be made to have rooms available earlier, this cannot be guaranteed. If you are arriving early, you may wish to book an extra night to guarantee immediate check-in.
The remainder of the day will be at your leisure, and lunch and dinner will be on your own.
Aviso: Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space will be released.
DÍA 2
Following breakfast at the hotel and check out, you will travel toward Oporto’s city center for an enlightening tour of its landmarks. For the ultimate view of the Douro River that runs through the city, you will ride a cable car above its banks. You will likely see plenty of rabelo boats, traditional vessels that were once used to transport port wine barrels from the Douro region to the city of Vila Nova de Gaia.
Later, after driving to the Serra do Pilar lookout, you will enjoy a sweeping view of Oporto. Upon reaching upper Gaia town, you will stop at a wine cellar to learn about the production of port wine step by step. It is a fascinating process made even more relevant with a sampling of several port wines.
Lunch follows at the RC Restaurant. Founded in 1894, it is considered the most emblematic restaurant in the city. The setting couldn’t be more exquisite and the cuisine is both traditional and innovative. RC restaurant is located within Oporto’s historic old quarter, an area that UNESCO has deemed worthy of a World Heritage site designation for being an outstanding urban landscape with a 2,000-year-old history.
After dining, you will continue touring the old quarter, where you will see one landmark after another, including the Stock Exchange Palace, Bolhão Market and Lello Bookshop, the São Bento Railway Station and the soaring bell tower that rises above the Clerigos Church. The Church of São Francisco is considered the finest example of Gothic architecture in Oporto.
In time, you will proceed inland and upriver into the Douro Valley wine region, a beautifully terraced landscape that produces some of Portugal’s finest port wine. Upon arriving at the Quinta da Pacheco winery hotel, you will check into one of the most unusual suites that you could ever imagine.
Your accommodations will be one of 10 giant wooden wine barrels overlooking the vineyards. Each wooden barrel is named after a wine grape and features a skylight and an oversized round glass door that opens onto a private terrace and bathes the interior with natural light. Considering their setting in a wine estate, the barrels couldn’t be more a fitting or entertaining place to stay.
This evening, dinner is included at Quinta da Pacheca, one of the valley’s oldest and most esteemed wineries.
AVISO IMPORTANTE: The wine barrel rooms are glamping-type units and include a sink, toilet, shower, rounded double bed, small desk and are 98-feet in size. They are outfitted with air-conditioning and wi-fi and there is even a skylight so you can gaze at the stars that look over the beautiful vineyard. Guests will be taken to their rooms by golf cart. There is a spa, pool, restaurant and gift shop on site. We encourage you to review them on-line prior to booking to ensure this is the right program for you – search Quinta da Pacheco wine barrel rooms for photos and videos. For the adventurous wine lovers who don’t mind unique settings without all the luxuries of a 5-star hotel, this is a fun program for you! The whole experience is quite authentic.
DÍA 3
After breakfast at the hotel, you will travel deeper into the Douro Valley, an area that has been producing wine for at least 2,000 years. Fortified port wine has been a staple since the 18th century, which together with the long tradition of viticulture prompted UNESCO to declare the valley a World Heritage site.
Upon arriving at Quinta da Aveleda, you will begin with an overall tour of the winery that was founded more than 150 years ago. The fifth generation of the Guedes family now runs Quinta da Aveleda and its many vineyards throughout the Douro Valley.
A sumptuous lunch of traditional Portuguese cuisine follows. The dishes will be thoughtfully paired with wines produced with grapes from various vineyards. They may include a varietal made with Alvarinho grapes from two different terroirs, a varietal from Loureiro grapes that boasts aromas of passionfruit and citrus fruits, and a blend from the two grapes that is named for the winery’s founder Manoel Pedro Guedes. Quinta da Aveleda almost entirely produces white wines.
After lunch, you will meander through the botanical gardens that surround the lake and tea house. Some of the specimens, such as the Japanese cedars and American sequoias, were planted more than a century ago. If in bloom, the more than 100 species of camellias will add glorious splashes of color to the lush greenery.
In the late afternoon, you will return to the Quinta da Pacheca hotel for the evening.
Dinner is included at the hotel.
DÍA 4
Following breakfast at the hotel and check out, you will travel to Lisbon with a brief stop in Coimbra.
There, you will view from the outside the Santa Clara Monastery and the University of Coimbra, which consists of several colleges that together UNESCO declared a World Heritage site for the centuries of interdependence between the city of Coimbra and the university.
For a literal taste of Coimbra, you will sample its signature egg-custard filled pastry: Pastel de Tentugal.
Continuing on to Lisbon, you will enjoy a short panoramic driving tour of the capital city, if time permits. Upon arriving at the pier, you will embark the cruise ship.
Detalles del Programa Terrestre Paso a Paso
• El orden de los sitios visitados puede variar para evitar que se llenen demasiado. Los horarios del programa son aproximados, se indican a modo de referencia general y están sujetos a cambios.
• Los itinerarios con los detalles más actualizados se emitirán cuando usted reciba por correo electrónico los documentos finales del crucero 21 días antes de que comience la navegación. A continuación, recibirá un itinerario final de nuestro operador terrestre con una Carta de Bienvenida a su llegada o en el hotel. Revise detenidamente la carta y el itinerario final para ver si hay más modificaciones.
• Los hoteles destinados para el programa terrestre serán los hoteles que figuran en este documento, a menos que se indique lo contrario antes de la fecha de comienzo del programa terrestre.
• Los huéspedes que no lleguen el Día 1 según el programa terrestre se considerarán ausentes y se liberará su espacio en el hotel.
Noches Adicionales
•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the hotel that is used on the FIRST NIGHT of your land program
• Si reserva noches adicionales a través de la línea de cruceros, será recibido según los detalles del vuelo proporcionados y será trasladado a su hotel. El registro de entrada es a las 15:00 h (sujeto a cambios). Las comidas que no sean el desayuno, así como las actividades, corren por su cuenta hasta el Día 2 del programa.
• Si tiene un vuelo que llega temprano, es posible que desee reservar una noche adicional, ya que su habitación no estará lista para ocuparse hasta aproximadamente las 15:00 h.
• Si reserva noches adicionales por su cuenta, los traslados no están incluidos.
DÍA 1
Arrive at Francisco Sá de Carneiro Airport in Oporto.
You will be met outside Customs and transferred to your hotel to spend the afternoon and the evening at your leisure.
Check in time at your hotel starts at 3:00pm.
Si bien se hará todo lo posible para que pueda ingresar antes, no podemos garantizar la disponibilidad de las habitaciones.
Meals are on your own today
Overnight at the Lodge Hotel or similar
Encuentro y traslados
• Los documentos finales del crucero se enviarán por correo electrónico 21 días antes de que comience la navegación. El número de teléfono del agente terrestre local estará en la página 1 si no puede ubicar al representante a su llegada. Tenga en cuenta que el representante puede estar ayudando a otros; y es posible que no esté a la vista cuando salga por primera vez de la Aduana y del área de reclamo de equipaje.
• Busque a alguien que tenga un cartel con el logotipo de la línea de cruceros y posiblemente su nombre. En caso de duda, solicite al personal del aeropuerto que le indique el área de reunión para los traslados o que busque a nuestro representante.
• El encuentro y los traslados se organizan para los huéspedes que lleguen el Día 1 de un programa terrestre o para noches adicionales reservadas a través de la línea de cruceros, y se organizan en función de los detalles del vuelo recibidos por los huéspedes al menos 14 días antes de que comience la navegación. Los huéspedes que lleguen de manera independiente antes de la fecha de comienzo del programa no tendrán el traslado incluido.
• Si no hemos recibido los detalles de su vuelo o si sus vuelos han cambiado, y si no se notificó al Equipo Terrestre de Servicios en Destino, no se podrá brindar el traslado y los huéspedes serán responsables de llegar al hotel del programa terrestre a su cargo. Contacte de inmediato a nuestro Departamento de Reservas por cualquier cambio en el vuelo antes de la salida.
DÍA 2
8:00am Breakfast at the hotel and check out
9:00am Depart for a tour of Oporto’s city center
10:30am Tour the city center, partially by cable car
11:00am Visit a port cellar for a wine tasting
12:00pm Proceed to RC Restaurant for lunch
1:30pm Continue touring Oporto and see landmarks such as the Stock Exchange Palace, Bolhão Market and Lello Bookshop, Santa Catarina Street, Clerigos Tower, São Bento Railway Station and S. Francisco Church.
3:00pm Depart for Quinta da Pacheca, where you will stay overnight in a wine barrel
8:00pm Dinner included at the hotel
Overnight at Quinta da Pacheca
DÍA 3
8:00am Breakfast at the hotel
9:00am Depart for a scenic tour of the Douro Valley
12:00pm Tour the Quinta da Aveleda winery
1:30pm Lunch and wine Tasting at Quinta da Aveleda
3:00pm Browse the botanical gardens at Quinta da Aveleda
5:00pm Return to the hotel
8:00pm Dinner included at the hotel
Overnight at Quinta da Pacheca
DÍA 4
7:30am Breakfast at the hotel and check out
8:00am Depart for Lisbon
10:00am Stop in Coimbra for a snack and restrooms
10:40am Proceed to Lisbon
12:30pm Scenic drive through Lisbon’s city center
1:15pm Approximate arrival time at the pier for embarkation
Pronóstico del tiempo
In Oporto, the climate is temperate oceanic, with mild, rainy winters and pleasantly warm, sunny summers. In the months of October through May expect rainfall.
March – 12°C (54°F)
April - 13°C (56°F)
June - 18°C (64°F)
September - 18°C (64°F)
Qué debe traer
Comfortable shoes and a jacket or sweater for cooler temperatures. Casual smart dress for dinners. An umbrella in case of rain, bathing suit, camera, hat, sunscreen.
Moneda Local
The Euro
Electricidad
220 voltios. Bring a travel adaptor for electric devices.
Requisitos de Documentación y Visa
Se requiere un pasaporte válido.
Hoteles
The Lodge Hotel
Rua de Serpa Pinto, 60, 4400-037 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
Teléfono: +351 22 015 7540
Quinta da Pacheca
Rua do Relógio do Sol 261 Cambres, 5100-424 Lamego Douro Valley - Portugal
Teléfono: +351 254 331 229
* Solo ofrecemos hoteles diferentes en situaciones imprevistas. Si se requieren hoteles similares, tendrán la misma clasificación y estándares; y le notificaremos acerca del cambio. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure then you will be staying at the hotels listed in this program.
El programa incluye:
•Transfer from the airport to the hotel
•1 night at The Lodge Hotel or similar – Deluxe room
•2 nights at Quinta da Pacheca hotel – Wine Barrel stay
•Tours and entrances per itinerary
•Wine tasting Day 2 and 3
•Lunches Day 2 and 3 - 2-course menu – main course + dessert, + 1 glass of wine per person soft drink, mineral water, tea/coffee
•Dinner on Day 2 and 3 - 3-course menu – starter + main course + dessert + ½ bottle of wine per person, soft drink, mineral water, tea/coffee
•Whisper audio system for the duration of the tour
•English-speaking guide throughout
•Complimentary bottled water on the coach
•Hotel porterage
Tenga en cuenta lo siguiente: Los huéspedes que reservan sus propios vuelos, independientemente de cuál sea la línea de cruceros, son responsables de garantizar que la línea de cruceros tenga la información de llegada actualizada, para poder planificar el traslado. Si usted reserva noches adicionales por su cuenta, la línea de cruceros no proporcionará el traslado de llegada.
El programa no incluye:
• Gastos personales
•Gratuities for drivers and tour guides
•Any meals or beverages not mentioned in the program
• Servicios imprevistos del hotel, incluidos el minibar y el servicio a la habitación
Aviso: Los programas terrestres que incluyen numerosos días en la costa incluyen actividades prolongadas y aquellos de duración más corta ofrecen, en general, actividades más moderadas. Sin embargo, cada programa varía y los huéspedes deben estar preparados para lidiar con distintas superficies, entre ellas, pendientes, adoquines, arena y senderos naturales o de grava. Es posible que haya que subir escaleras o escalones. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns should check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation.
Todos los programas terrestres cuentan con capacidad limitada y están sujetos a disponibilidad. Los programas que no alcanzan la cantidad mínima de participantes requerida están sujetos a cancelación. Los precios publicados también están sujetos a cambios que dependen del aumento de los costos del transporte, de los servicios terrestres o de la fluctuación de la moneda. Después de la compra, el precio está garantizado y no está sujeto a cambios.
Los Programas Terrestres deben comprarse hasta 90 días antes de la fecha en que comienza la navegación. Las cancelaciones realizadas 90 días o menos antes de la fecha de partida están sujetas a una multa por cancelación del 100%. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program. Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered no-shows and their hotel space will be rele
Oporto is an awarded city of Port Wine, and Douro River- considered one of the most attractive European destinations would enchant you with its open-air museums, narrow streets and sites classified as World Heritage by UNESCO. A highlight will be spending 2 nights in a giant wine barrel overlooking a beautiful vineyard.
AVISO: This program begins in Lisbon and ends in Oporto, Portugual; therefore, departing flights must be booked into the Francisco Sá de Carneiro Airport in Oporto.
This program is limited to a maximum of 10 guests and is not recommended for guests who require use of a wheelchair.
DÍA 1
Disembark the ship in Lisbon and meet your guide.
Begin the drive to Oporto but first enjoy a brief city tour of the city of Lisbon and then proceed up the coast approximately 2-hours to Coimbra where you will view from the outside the Santa Clara Monastery and the University of Coimbra, which consists of several colleges that together UNESCO declared a World Heritage site for the centuries of interdependence between the city of Coimbra and the university.
For a literal taste of Coimbra, you will sample its signature egg-custard filled pastry: Pastel de Tentugal.
Continue inland and into the Douro Valley wine region, a beautifully terraced landscape that produces some of Portugal’s finest port wine. Upon arriving at the Quinta da Pacheco winery hotel, you will check into one of the most unusual suites that you could ever imagine.
Your accommodations will be one of 10 giant wooden wine barrels overlooking the vineyards. Each wooden barrel is named after a wine grape and features a skylight and an oversized round glass door that opens onto a private terrace and bathes the interior with natural light. Considering their setting in a wine estate, the barrels couldn’t be more a fitting or entertaining place to stay.
This evening, dinner will be included at Quinta da Pacheca, one of the valley’s oldest and most esteemed wineries.
AVISO IMPORTANTE: The wine barrel rooms are glamping-type units and include a sink, toilet, shower, rounded double bed, small desk and are 98-feet in size. They are outfitted with air-conditioning and wi-fi and there is even a skylight so you can gaze at the stars that look over the beautiful vineyard. Guests will be taken to their rooms by golf cart. There is a spa, pool, restaurant and gift shop on site. We encourage you to review them on-line prior to booking to ensure this is the right program for you – search Quinta da Pacheco wine barrel rooms for photos and videos. For the adventurous wine lovers who don’t mind unique settings without all the luxuries of a 5-star hotel, this is a fun program for you! The whole experience is quite authentic.
DÍA 2
After breakfast at the hotel, you will travel deeper into the Douro Valley, an area that has been producing wine for at least 2,000 years. Fortified port wine has been a staple since the 18th century, which together with the long tradition of viticulture prompted UNESCO to declare the valley a World Heritage site.
Upon arriving at Quinta da Aveleda, you will begin with an overall tour of the winery that was founded more than 150 years ago. The fifth generation of the Guedes family now runs Quinta da Aveleda and its many vineyards throughout the Douro Valley.
A sumptuous lunch of traditional Portuguese cuisine follows. The dishes will be thoughtfully paired with wines produced with grapes from various vineyards. They may include a varietal made with Alvarinho grapes from two different terroirs, a varietal from Loureiro grapes that boasts aromas of passionfruit and citrus fruits, and a blend from the two grapes that is named for the winery’s founder Manoel Pedro Guedes. Quinta da Aveleda almost entirely produces white wines.
After lunch, you will meander through the botanical gardens that surround the lake and tea house. Some of the specimens, such as the Japanese cedars and American sequoias, were planted more than a century ago. If in bloom, the more than 100 species of camellias will add glorious splashes of color to the lush greenery.
In the late afternoon, you will return to the Quinta da Pacheca hotel for the evening.
Dinner is included at the hotel.
DÍA 3
Following breakfast at the hotel and check out, you will travel toward Oporto’s city center for an enlightening tour of its landmarks. For the ultimate view of the Douro River that runs through the city, you will ride a cable car above its banks. You will likely see plenty of rabelo boats, traditional vessels that were once used to transport port wine barrels from the Douro region to the city of Vila Nova de Gaia.
Later, after driving to the Serra do Pilar lookout, you will enjoy a sweeping view of Oporto. Upon reaching upper Gaia town, you will stop at a wine cellar to learn about the production of port wine step by step. It is a fascinating process made even more relevant with a sampling of several port wines.
Lunch follows at the RC Restaurant. Founded in 1894, it is considered the most emblematic restaurant in the city. The setting couldn’t be more exquisite and the cuisine is both traditional and innovative. RC restaurant is located within Oporto’s historic old quarter, an area that UNESCO has deemed worthy of a World Heritage site designation for being an outstanding urban landscape with a 2,000-year-old history.
After dining, you will continue touring the old quarter, where you will see one landmark after another, including the Stock Exchange Palace, Bolhão Market and Lello Bookshop, the São Bento Railway Station and the soaring bell tower that rises above the Clerigos Church. The Church of São Francisco is considered the finest example of Gothic architecture in Oporto.
Later, check in to your Oporto hotel where the remainder of the day is at your leisure and dinner is on your own.
DÍA 4
Following breakfast and check out, you will be transferred to the Francisco Sá de Carneiro Airport according to the flight details provided. Should you have a late flight, luggage storage will be available at the hotel. Horario de registro de salida: 12:00 h.
Detalles del Programa Terrestre Paso a Paso:
• Aviso: el orden de los sitios visitados puede variar para evitar que se llenen demasiado. Todos los horarios del programa son aproximados, se indican a modo de referencia general y están sujetos a cambios.
• Los itinerarios con los detalles más actualizados (hasta el momento) se emitirán usted cuando reciba por correo electrónico los documentos finales del crucero 21 días antes de que comience la navegación. El equipo de Servicios en Destino le proporcionará los itinerarios finales con los detalles más actualizados una vez que usted esté a bordo del barco. Revise detenidamente el itinerario final para ver si hay más modificaciones.
• Los hoteles destinados para el programa terrestre serán los hoteles que figuran en este documento, a menos que se indique lo contrario antes de la fecha de comienzo del programa terrestre.
• El traslado de salida no está incluido si los huéspedes salen antes del último día del programa.
DÍA 1
8:00am Disembark the ship in Lisbon, meet your guide
10:00am Arrive in Coimbra for a snack and restrooms
11:00am Depart Coimbra and continue to the Douro Valley
1:00pm Arrive at Quinta da Pacheca, where you will stay overnight in a wine barrel
Afternoon at leisure
TBA Dinner included at the hotel
Overnight at Quinta da Pacheca
DÍA 2
8:00am Breakfast at the hotel
9:00am Depart for a scenic tour of the Douro Valley
12:00pm Tour the Quinta da Aveleda winery
1:30pm Lunch and wine Tasting at Quinta da Aveleda
3:00pm Browse the botanical gardens at Quinta da Aveleda
5:00pm Return to the hotel
8:00pm Dinner included at the hotel
Overnight at Quinta da Pacheca
DÍA 3
8:00am Breakfast at the hotel and check out
9:00am Proceed to Oporto
10:30am Tour the city center, partially by cable car
11:00am Visit a port cellar for a wine tasting
12:00pm Proceed to RC Restaurant for lunch
1:30pm Continue touring Oporto and see landmarks such as the Stock Exchange Palace, Bolhão Market and Lello Bookshop, Santa Catarina Street, Clerigos Tower, São Bento Railway Station and S. Francisco Church.
3:00pm Transfer to your hotel to check in
3:30pm Afternoon at leisure
Cena por su cuenta
Overnight at The Lodge Hotel
DÍA 4
Desayuno en el hotel
12:00 h: Horario de registro de salida del hotel
TBA Transfer to the Francisco Sá de Carneiro Airport in Oporto based on the flight details provided. Guests with late flights can store luggage at the hotel until their transfer. Day rooms can only be booked on site directly with the hotel.
Noches Adicionales:
•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the same hotel used on the LAST NIGHT of your program.
•When you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be transferred to the airport per the flight details provided. El horario del registro de salida es a las 12:00 h (sujeto a cambios). Las comidas que no sean el desayuno corren por su cuenta después del Día 4 del programa.
Traslados:
•All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure the cruise line has their most up to date flight details so that transfers to the airport can be arranged. Si no se reciben los detalles del vuelo 14 días antes de la fecha de comienzo del crucero, no se organizarán los traslados.
•Should you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers are not included.
•Should you have a late departing flight you may wish to book an extra night so that you have occupation of your room until your departure. Se le pedirá que desaloje la habitación a las 12:00 h. Las habitaciones diurnas solo se pueden comprar directamente a través del hotel.
Pronóstico del tiempo
In Oporto, the climate is temperate oceanic, with mild, rainy winters and pleasantly warm, sunny summers. In the months of October through May expect rainfall.
March – 12°C (54°F)
Qué debe traer
Comfortable shoes and a jacket or sweater for cooler temperatures. Casual smart dress for dinners. An umbrella in case of rain, bathing suit, camera, hat, sunscreen.
Moneda Local
The Euro
Electricidad
220 voltios. Bring a travel adaptor for electric devices.
Requisitos de Documentación y Visa
Se requiere un pasaporte válido.
Hoteles
Quinta da Pacheca
Rua do Relógio do Sol 261 Cambres, 5100-424 Lamego Douro Valley - Portugal
Teléfono: +351 254 331 229
The Lodge Hotel
Rua de Serpa Pinto, 60, 4400-037 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
Teléfono: +351 22 015 7540
* Solo ofrecemos hoteles diferentes en situaciones imprevistas. Si se requieren hoteles similares, tendrán la misma clasificación y estándares; y le notificaremos acerca del cambio. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure then you will be staying at the hotels listed in this program.
El programa incluye:
• Traslados
•2 nights at Quinta da Pacheca hotel – Wine Barrel stay
•1 night at The Lodge Hotel or similar – Deluxe room
•Tours and entrances per itinerary
•Wine tastings Day 2 and 3
•Lunches Day 2 and 3 - 2-course menu – main course + dessert, + 1 glass of wine per person soft drink, mineral water, tea/coffee
•Dinner Day 1 and 2 - 3-course menu – starter + main course + dessert + ½ bottle of wine per person, soft drink, mineral water, tea/coffee
•Whisper audio system for the duration of the tour
•English-speaking guide throughout
•Complimentary bottled water on the coach
•Hotel porterage
Tenga en cuenta lo siguiente: Los huéspedes que reservan sus propios vuelos, independientemente de cuál sea la línea de cruceros, son responsables de garantizar que la línea de cruceros tenga la información de salida actualizada, para poder planificar su traslado. Si reserva noches adicionales por su cuenta, la línea de cruceros no proporcionará el traslado de salida. Si no recibimos los detalles de vuelo con un mínimo de 14 días de antelación, no se proporcionarán los traslados.
El programa no incluye:
• Gastos personales
•Gratuities for drivers and tour guides
•Any meals or beverages not mentioned in the program
• Servicios imprevistos del hotel, incluidos el minibar y el servicio a la habitación
Aviso: Los programas terrestres que incluyen numerosos días en la costa incluyen actividades prolongadas y aquellos de duración más corta ofrecen, en general, actividades más moderadas. Sin embargo, cada programa varía y los huéspedes deben estar preparados para lidiar con distintas superficies, entre ellas, pendientes, adoquines, arena y senderos naturales o de grava. Es posible que haya que subir escaleras o escalones. Se les recomienda a los huéspedes que estén en silla de ruedas o que tengan problemas de movilidad que consulten con la línea de cruceros con anticipación para comprobar si alguna parte del programa de excursión no es apta según su situación particular. Ropa adecuada para el clima: se recomienda el uso de sombreros, gafas de sol y calzado bajo y cómodo.
Aviso: Todos los programas terrestres cuentan con capacidad limitada y están sujetos a disponibilidad. Los programas que no alcanzan la cantidad mínima de participantes requerida están sujetos a cancelación. Los precios publicados también están sujetos a cambios que dependen del aumento de los costos del transporte, de los servicios terrestres o de la fluctuación de la moneda. Después de la compra, el precio está garantizado y no está sujeto a cambios. Los Programas Terrestres deben comprarse hasta 90 días antes de la fecha en que comienza la navegación. Las cancelaciones realizadas 90 días o menos antes de la fecha de partida están sujetas a una multa por cancelación del 100%. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.
