The Douro River Valley is the majestic, seldom-explored heart of Portugal. Its remote hillside vineyards, venerable quintas—wine-growing estates—and traditional villages are comfortably accessed by river aboard the elegant Douro Cruiser. Your adventure begins in vibrant Lisbon, before continuing up the coast to Oporto, where you’ll board ship. During your seven-day journey you’ll visit the Mateus quinta, learn how Port is made at the Wine Academy in Pinhão, and taste Port varieties at a Port lodge in Vila Nova de Gaia. You’ll also enjoy a walking tour of Salamanca, Spain—a university city since the 13th century—and spend two final nights in Lisbon, featuring trips to historic palaces in nearby Sintra and Queluz.

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A full-flavored Portuguese meal at the former 14th-century monastery in Bitetos Flamenco performances The medieval village of Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo

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Duration: 12 days Activity level: Mildly to moderately active Cost: From $3,250 per person, based on double occupancy Single supplement: Price available upon request Deposit: $250 per person, payable to Avalon Waterways