Welcome on board the DOURO QUEEN, where the best views are guaranteed. Relax on the sun deck enjoying the beautiful Portuguese landscapes of the Douro Valley and its vineyards. The swimming pool on the deck is perfect for a refreshing dip. And everything else on board is geared to your comfort. The stylishly appointed cabins on the upper deck have a private balcony with seating. In the comfortable restaurant you can enjoy typical regional and international cuisine, as well as the region’s famous fine wines.
Spectacular vineyards and Lisbon
11 days | Porto • Douro Valley • PortoWhy this trip?
- One of the most stunning excursions is already included in the cruise fare!
- Colourful towns, picturesque villages and spectacular landscapes – a diversified journey through sunny Portugal
- Salamanca, Spain’s oldest university city with its golden-yellow city centre, is well worth a visit
- Explore the Portuguese capital Lisbon, one of the most beautiful cities on the continent
Early bird discount
The discount is already included in the displayed starting price.
€100 discount per person on bookings before 30.11.2024
€50 discount per person on bookings before 31.01.2025
Itinerary
Porto
Embarkation 17:00 to 19:00.
Fishermen, sailors, merchants and shipbuilders from Porto were involved in the voyages of Portuguese explorers. In the 18th century, Porto gave its name to one of the finest wines in the world: port wine, which must be sampled during a visit to a typical port wine cellar. Then discover the narrow streets and centuries-old buildings as well as the city's trademark, the Iron Bridge, built under the direction of Gustav Eiffel.
Walk through the tranquil Pinhão with visit to the famous train station decorated with blue and white ceramic tiles. Visit to a traditional quinta (winery) with lunch.
.Although Braga is one of the oldest cities in the country, its vibrancy attracts many young people who study at the universities. You too are invited on a leisurely tour of the Portuguese city. It was built more than 2,000 years ago and the former name "Bracara Augusta" reveals the name of its founder: Augustus. First the administrative seat of the Roman Empire and later the capital of modern-day Galicia, the city is full of history waiting to be discovered. On your tour, you will see the diocese of Braga and the cathedral - they are the oldest in Portugal. Since the cathedral was built in the 12th century by the parents of the first Portuguese king, Braga has become one of the most important religious centers for Catholics in the country. The religious motifs can be seen in many corners of the city. Today, the city shines with its modern municipal stadium, which was designed by Souto Moura.
Disembarkation and bus transfer to the hotel in Lisbon. On the way, visit to the Catholic pilgrimage site of Fátima and lunch in the university town of Coimbra. (M, A)
Day excursion through the Portuguese capital Lisbon with a visit to the Castle of St. George. (F, M, A)
Excursion to Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of mainland Europe, and Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its centuries-old palaces.
Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. (F)
Services
- Cruise in an outside cabin in the booked category
- nicko cruises full package
- nicko cruise director and local tour guide
- Excursion Pinhão with lunch
- Comfortable Sennheiser audio system on all excursions operated by nicko cruises
- Entertainment programme on board
- Use of the swimming pool
- Travel documents
- Luggage service between landing stage and cabin for embarkation and disembarkation
- All port and passenger fees
- 3 nights with breakfast at Hotel Olissippo Marquês de Sá**** in Lisbon (or similar hotel)
- 3 x lunch and 3 x dinner
- All excursions of the connecting program (except Óbidos)
The services provided during your trip
- Arrival and departure
- Excursion package with 4 excursions: €159 p. P.
- Beverages on your cruise: €203 p. P.
- Insurance
- Complete insurance
- Travel cancellation insurance
- Travel health insurance
Additional services
Your ship: DOURO QUEEN
Welcome on board the DOURO QUEEN, where the best views are guaranteed. Relax on the sun deck enjoying the beautiful Portuguese landscapes of the Douro Valley and its vineyards. The swimming pool on the deck is perfect for a refreshing dip. And everything else on board is geared to your comfort. The stylishly appointed cabins on the upper deck have a private balcony with seating. In the comfortable restaurant you can enjoy typical regional and international cuisine, as well as the region’s famous fine wines.