Sunlit Douro and golden Salamanca

7 nights from £2,249 per person based on 2 people sharing

Explore Portugal on this river cruise through the UNESCO-listed Douro Valley. Meander past terraced vineyards, stepping ashore to explore ornate palaces, wander medieval villages, and admire azulejo tiles. Taste port wine at local quintas and watch a traditional flamenco performance in Spain’s ‘Golden City’. 
  • Settle into life on board your elegant river ship as you cruise through one of Europe’s most beautiful wine regions. Unpack just once and watch ever-changing scenery drift by from the Sun Deck, enjoy delicious regional cuisine, and relax in comfortable surroundings as you journey between historic towns, vineyard-clad hillsides, and picturesque riverside villages. 

  • The UNESCO-listed Douro Valley captivates with its breathtaking landscapes of steep terraced vineyards, rolling hills, and winding waterways. As you cruise through this remarkable region, admire scenery shaped by centuries of winemaking tradition, where stone villages cling to the hillsides and family-owned estates produce some of Portugal’s most celebrated wines. 

  • Portugal’s rich culture and heritage come to life at every stop. Wander charming medieval towns, admire ornate palaces and baroque churches, and discover the country’s distinctive azulejo tiles. Along the way, visit traditional quintas to sample the region’s renowned port wine and gain a deeper appreciation for the traditions that define this captivating destination. 

  • Venture into neighbouring Spain to explore the golden sandstone city of Salamanca, home to one of Europe’s oldest universities. Stroll elegant plazas and historic streets before experiencing the passion and artistry of a traditional flamenco performance. Together with the Douro Valley’s timeless landscapes, it provides a memorable contrast to your Portuguese discoveries. 

What’s included

  • Flights from London Gatwick on 12/04/27; with transfers 
  • 7 nights on board MS Riviera Rose; Standard Cabin (Emerald Deck)  
  • Dining in all onboard venues; drinks package, including alcohol; shore excursions; curated entertainment; Wi-Fi
  • Save 10% for a limited time only

Terms and Conditions

Subject to availability. Price based on two people sharing and includes all local charges (no additional fees payable in resort). T&Cs apply. Prices correct at time of posting. Offers are subject to change. I can advise on travel insurance at the time of booking. Please give me a call for further details.

7 nights from £2,249 per person based on 2 people sharing

The Small Print

These offers are brought to you by Travel Counsellors Ltd and all are ATOL protected by the Civil Aviation Authority. Where we have created the package ourselves, the holiday offer will be covered under our own ATOL. Our ATOL number is 6751. Where the offer has been sourced through another tour operator, it will be protected under that tour operator's ATOL. Full details on the individual ATOL protection that applies to each holiday offer will be given at time of booking. Prices and information contained in this page are correct at the time of distribution, are subject to availability and can be withdrawn or amended at any time without notice to you. Prices shown may be subject to departure tax, ticket on departure or a passenger APC charge. Please ask your Travel Counsellor at the time of booking.

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