Cruise |
A-Rosa Alva, 7 Night Douro Experience 2025 ex Oporto (Porto), Portugal Return |
Cruise Line |
A-Rosa Cruises |
Ship |
A-Rosa Alva |
Destination |
EU Rivers |
Brief Description |
7 Night Cruise sailing from Oporto (Porto), Portugal onboard A-Rosa Alva |
Type of Cruise |
River |
Departure Date |
09 Jul 2025 |
Cruise Description |
7 Nights from Porto to Régua, Pinhão, Barca d'Alva, Vega Terron, Pinhão, Régua and Leverinho to Porto.
Day 1: Porto
The departure point for your Douro cruise is Porto. A mesmerising city carved in granite: in Porto you’ll find new, exciting perspectives at every turn. The gleaming azulejo tiles adorning church walls and townhouse facades are one of the typical sights of Portugal’s second-largest city. The old town – a UNESCO World Heritage Sight – is pure poetry. Let the Douro welcome you with open arms, while you soak up the ship’s atmosphere on the sun deck and enjoy your first hours in Portugal. Welcome aboard!
Day 2: Porto
The departure point for your Douro cruise is Porto. A mesmerising city carved in granite: in Porto you’ll find new, exciting perspectives at every turn. The gleaming azulejo tiles adorning church walls and townhouse facades are one of the typical sights of Portugal’s second-largest city. The old town – a UNESCO World Heritage Sight – is pure poetry. Let the Douro welcome you with open arms, while you soak up the ship’s atmosphere on the sun deck and enjoy your first hours in Portugal. Welcome aboard!
Day 2: Régua
Régua is the largest city on the banks of the Douro in this wine-growing valley. It is such a beautiful place that the Alto Douro region has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001. The town played a fundamental role in the production and marketing of port wine – which was transported away by sailing boat – as early as the 18th century.
Day 2: Pinhão
The little town of Pinhão is located in the famous port wine region, in the area where the Douro and its surrounding landscape are at their most picturesque. It is surrounded by enchanting vineyards and the quintas that produce the wine. You can visit them from Pinhão and enjoy tours and wine tasting.
Day 3: Pinhão
The little town of Pinhão is located in the famous port wine region, in the area where the Douro and its surrounding landscape are at their most picturesque. It is surrounded by enchanting vineyards and the quintas that produce the wine. You can visit them from Pinhão and enjoy tours and wine tasting.
Day 3: Barca d'Alva
From Barca d’Alva, the ship will head for nearby Spain – to Salamanca. This provincial capital, situated at about 800 metres on the banks of the Rio Tormes, is in a league of its own. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has one of the most beautiful central squares and one of the oldest universities in Spain (13th century). The latter gives it a lively student scene.
Day 4: Barca d'Alva
From Barca d’Alva, the ship will head for nearby Spain – to Salamanca. This provincial capital, situated at about 800 metres on the banks of the Rio Tormes, is in a league of its own. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has one of the most beautiful central squares and one of the oldest universities in Spain (13th century). The latter gives it a lively student scene.
Day 4: Vega Terron
In Vega Terrón, the Agueda joins the Douro. Both rivers form the natural border between Portugal and Spain. From here, you can take a trip to the Spanish city of Salamanca. With its new cathedral, old town and famous university, the city has a very special flair. Don't miss Salamanca's UNESCO World Heritage Site!
Day 5: Vega Terron
In Vega Terrón, the Agueda joins the Douro. Both rivers form the natural border between Portugal and Spain. From here, you can take a trip to the Spanish city of Salamanca. With its new cathedral, old town and famous university, the city has a very special flair. Don't miss Salamanca's UNESCO World Heritage Site!
Day 5: Pinhão
The little town of Pinhão is located in the famous port wine region, in the area where the Douro and its surrounding landscape are at their most picturesque. It is surrounded by enchanting vineyards and the quintas that produce the wine. You can visit them from Pinhão and enjoy tours and wine tasting.
Day 6: Pinhão
The little town of Pinhão is located in the famous port wine region, in the area where the Douro and its surrounding landscape are at their most picturesque. It is surrounded by enchanting vineyards and the quintas that produce the wine. You can visit them from Pinhão and enjoy tours and wine tasting.
Day 6: Régua
Régua is the largest city on the banks of the Douro in this wine-growing valley. It is such a beautiful place that the Alto Douro region has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001. The town played a fundamental role in the production and marketing of port wine – which was transported away by sailing boat – as early as the 18th century.
Day 6: Leverinho
The rustic Leverinho is not far from Porto. From here, you can set off on exciting excursions to the harbour city.
Day 7: Leverinho
The rustic Leverinho is not far from Porto. From here, you can set off on exciting excursions to the harbour city.
Day 7: Porto
The departure point for your Douro cruise is Porto. A mesmerising city carved in granite: in Porto you’ll find new, exciting perspectives at every turn. The gleaming azulejo tiles adorning church walls and townhouse facades are one of the typical sights of Portugal’s second-largest city. The old town – a UNESCO World Heritage Sight – is pure poetry. Let the Douro welcome you with open arms, while you soak up the ship’s atmosphere on the sun deck and enjoy your first hours in Portugal. Welcome aboard!
Day 8: Porto
The departure point for your Douro cruise is Porto. A mesmerising city carved in granite: in Porto you’ll find new, exciting perspectives at every turn. The gleaming azulejo tiles adorning church walls and townhouse facades are one of the typical sights of Portugal’s second-largest city. The old town – a UNESCO World Heritage Sight – is pure poetry. Let the Douro welcome you with open arms, while you soak up the ship’s atmosphere on the sun deck and enjoy your first hours in Portugal. Welcome aboard! |
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Sailing Dates |
09 Jul 2025 |
23 Jul 2025 |
30 Jul 2025 |
06 Aug 2025 |
13 Aug 2025 |
20 Aug 2025 |
10 Sep 2025 |
08 Oct 2025 |
29 Oct 2025 |
05 Nov 2025 |
12 Nov 2025 |
27 Aug 2025 |
Pricing |
Please enquire for pricing |
Cruise Itinerary
Date |
Port |
Arrive |
Depart |
9 Jul 2025 |
Oporto (Porto), Portugal |
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10 Jul 2025 |
Oporto (Porto), Portugal |
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7:00 AM |
10 Jul 2025 |
Regua, Portugal |
1:00 PM |
2:00 PM |
10 Jul 2025 |
Pinhao, Portugal |
5:00 PM |
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11 Jul 2025 |
Pinhao, Portugal |
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1:00 PM |
11 Jul 2025 |
Barca Dalva, Portugal |
7:00 PM |
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12 Jul 2025 |
Barca Dalva, Portugal |
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12:00 PM |
12 Jul 2025 |
Vega Terron, Spain |
12:30 PM |
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13 Jul 2025 |
Vega Terron, Spain |
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12:30 PM |
13 Jul 2025 |
Pinhao, Portugal |
6:30 PM |
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14 Jul 2025 |
Pinhao, Portugal |
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7:00 AM |
14 Jul 2025 |
Regua, Portugal |
9:00 AM |
3:00 PM |
14 Jul 2025 |
Leverinho, Portugal |
7:00 PM |
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15 Jul 2025 |
Leverinho, Portugal |
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8:30 AM |
15 Jul 2025 |
Oporto (Porto), Portugal |
10:30 AM |
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16 Jul 2025 |
Oporto (Porto), Portugal |
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All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
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