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We Love —
- Head to Portugal for the adventure of a lifetime with a gorgeous 3-night break in the charming city of Porto and an exceptional 7-night cruise along the world-famous Douro River.
- At the Hotel Dom Henrique Porto 4*, you'll be immersed in splendour as you rest in a Comfort Room and dine daily on a delicious breakfast at the hotel's sleek restaurant.
- During your cruise, you'll enjoy a choice of three unique cabins aboard the A-Rosa Alva, all of which include indulgent all inclusive dining!
New Voyage Privé —
Carefully selected by our experts especially for you
Your Destinations —
Porto
An ideal choice for those in search of a relaxed weekend away, Porto is linked together by a chain of historic alleyways, all of which offer hidden treasures including vibrant street art, gourmet cafés, trendy terrace bars and, most importantly, hallowed Port cellars, where tourists can sample a taste of the drink that has put this city on the map.
When it comes to attractions, none are more beloved than the Clérigos Tower, which sits high on a hill overlooking the rest of the city. Boasting a 75-metre high bell tower, which can be reached via 225 steps, a trip up to this landmark is well worth the effort, thanks to its spectacular 360° views!
Douro Valley
This region has been producing wine for nearly two thousand years and its landscape represents the full range of activities associated with winemaking - terraces, quintas, villages, chapels, and winding roads.
Our Offer —
10 Nights
3-night stay in a Comfort Room at the Hotel Dom Henrique Porto 4*
7-night stay in an S Grade Outer Cabin Deck 1, an A Grade Outer Cabin Deck 1 or a C Grade Outer Cabin Panoramic Window Deck 2 onboard the A-Rosa Alva
Your Itinerary In Brief —
Day 1: Arrival in Porto
Day 2: Porto
Day 3: Porto
Day 4: Porto - Embark on Cruise
Day 5: Porto - Regua - Pinhao
Day 6: Pinhao - Vega de Terron (Spain)
Day 7: Vega de Terron (Spain) - Barca d'Alva
Day 8: Barca d'Alva - Pocinho - Pinhao
Day 9: Pinhao - Regua - Bitetos
Day 10: Bitetos - Caix da Lixa - Porto
Day 11: Departure from Porto
Hotel Dom Henrique Porto 4* —
Just for you:
- Half Day Porto City Tour excursion (4-hour guided group tour)
In addition to the hotel's plush guestrooms, and faultless service, the Hotel Dom Henrique Porto 4* is home to a magnificent rooftop restaurant, the 17º Restaurant, which provides panoramic 360º views across the city 365 days per year. Here, and at the 17º Bar guests can indulge with a fine glass of wine and enjoy total serenity alongside exceptional vistas.
Some services may incur additional charges, payable locally.
Your Room —
This offer is based on a stay in a Comfort Room.
Comfort Room
2 Adults
Your Board Basis —
This offer is based on a Bed and Breakfast stay.
At the Restaurant Além Mar, guests will enjoy refined and stylish surroundings, as they feast each morning on a delicious breakfast, complete with a range of sweet and savoury options that are sure to satisfy!
Please note: some dining outlets/menu items and premium, branded and international drinks may not be included and may incur a surcharge payable locally. Meals, snacks and drinks may be available at selected times only.
Your Cruise Itinerary —
After your 3-night stay at the Hotel Dom Henrique Porto 4*, you will enjoy a 7-night cruise onboard the A-Rosa Alva.
Day 4: Porto - Embark on Cruise
A mesmerising city carved in granite, in Porto you’ll find the old and the new happily rubbing along side by side. The gleaming azulejo tiles adorning church walls and townhouse facades are one of the typical sights of Portugal’s second-largest city. And all around you'll find your senses lost in the sound of clinking port glasses, the taste of fresh Atlantic cuisine and the beauty of its architecture. The old town – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – 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 5: Porto - Regua - Pinhao
Today you'll have the opportunity to delve into Régua, the largest city on the banks of the Douro in this wine-growing valley. The scenery in this region is simply mesmerising thanks to the pristine river, which meanders past steep slate slopes and terraces clad with vines. It is such a remarkable place that the Alto Douro has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001. The town played a key role in the production and marketing of Port wine – which was transported away by sailing boat – as early as the 18th century. If you'd like to discover more about the area's rich Port history, visit the Douro Museum, which provides a wealth of information about the world’s first protected wine-growing area. Later, we recommend taking a walk to the popular viewing platforms São Leonardo da Galafura and São Salvador do Mundo to enjoy river landscape panoramas and spot the elegant bridges that lead into town. The old centre is particularly atmospheric too, with traditional houses and churches jostling for position.
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. Surrounded by enchanting vineyards and the quintas that produce the wine, today is all about seeing why this sun-kissed area, and its famous produce, are so renowned. To get there, you can either follow walking trails with glorious views or go by water soaking up interesting stretches of the river. One of the best-known walking trails takes you from the Douro bridge up seven kilometres of the hilly Rua Praça de Oliveira as far as the Casal de Loivos viewing point. The town itself is very unspoilt with a lovely atmosphere and great local restaurants, some lining the water's edge. Be sure to take a look at the Linha do Douro train station, which is decorated with richly coloured azulejo tiles.
Day 7: Vega de Terron (Spain) - Barca d'Alva
Forming the border of Portugal and Spain, and the turnaround point for your Douro cruise before you begin wending your way back down the river valley, Vega de Terrón sits where the Douro meets the Águeda River. Charmingly unspoiled and rustic, Vega de Terrón will only demand a couple of hours of your time to amble the quiet streets and see friendly locals go about their day, but its most famous export, its Port, will invite you to linger a little longer. Its position means it’s the ideal place to sample other local towns and regions too - perhaps getting an authentic taste of life in Western Spain, or enjoying the superb flora and fauna of the area's countryside, bathed in sunshine.
Barca d'Alva is as far as you can reach on the Douro before hitting Spain, and glorious, golden Salamanca. A buzzing historic university city, Salamanca is almost magical in its beauty and vibrancy. Crammed with awe-inspiring buildings and monuments, you cannot visit Salamanca without seeing Plaza Mayor lit up in the evening and feeling the pulse of life flowing through its streets. Amidst rolling countryside where Portugal meets Spain lies sleepy Pocinho. It's an ideal place to soak up the laidback natural surrounds of rural life carrying on as it has for the last few hundred years.
Day 9: Pinhao - Regua - Bitetos
A tiny port climbing up the Douro Valley, Bitetos squeezes in more than its fair share of history. Dotted around town, you'll find crumbling remains, just the tip of the iceberg of the many Roman ruins that scatter this area. Narrow medieval alleys navigate up hilly streets alive now with the sounds of day-trippers rather than the boatmen who plied this river for centuries. A riverfront beach, mini marina and access to acres of exciting walks and hikes make Bitetos prime territory for exploring the area's al fresco delights too.
Enjoy stunning sunset views across the Douro Valley as you sail to Caix da Lixa this evening.
Day 11: Departure from Porto
After breakfast, depart from the boat and enjoy a return transfer from the Port to Porto Airport where you'll board your flight home.
Your Cruise Ship —
This offer is based on a 7-night cruise on the A-Rosa Alva. Here, our members will enjoy a choice between an S Grade Outer Cabin Deck 1, an A Grade Outer Cabin Deck 1 and a C Grade Outer Cabin Panoramic Window Deck 2, while they dine on an All Inclusive Board Basis (breakfast, lunch and evening meal with a selection of snacks and drinks).
Your Stateroom —
You will enjoy a choice between an S Grade Outer Cabin Deck 1, an A Grade Outer Cabin Deck 1 and a C Grade Outer Cabin Panoramic Window Deck 2.
S Grade Outer Cabin Deck 1, A Grade Outer Cabin Deck 1 or C Grade Outer Cabin Panoramic Window Deck 2
Spacious and comfortable outside cabin. Elegant design and first-class materials ensure an atmosphere of well-being. Cabin facilities: safe, air-conditioning, TV, hair dryer, bathroom with shower and toilet, sauna towel, wool blanket, telephone, bathrobe.
C Grade Outer Cabin Panoramic Window Deck 2
Spacious and comfortable outside cabin with drop-down panorama window. Elegant design and first-class materials ensure an atmosphere of well-being. Cabin facilities: safe, air-conditioning, TV, hair dryer, bathroom with shower and toilet, sauna towel, wool blanket, telephone, bathrobe.
2 Adults
Your Journey —
Flights: Included with TAP or Easyjet
Outbound from London Gatwick: between 09.30 am - 20.55 pm
Arrival in Porto: between 11.55 am - 23.20 pm
Inbound from Porto: between 17.45 pm - 19.35 pm
Arrival in London Gatwick: between 20.00 pm - 22.00 pm
All flight times are local.
Luggage: 20 kg checked baggage and 5 kg hand luggage
Transfers: This offer includes a private airport transfer from Porto Airport to the Hotel Dom Henrique Porto 4* and a private transfer from the Porto River Cruise Terminal to Porto Airport. Inbetween the Hotel Dom Henrique Porto 4* and the cruise no transfers are included, and guests will be required to make their own way from the hotel to the port where they can board their cruise (9 minute journey via taxi.
For inbound transfer arrangements please confirm with your transfer provider when you arrive. Alternatively, please check with the reception of your accommodation. If you still require assistance, please call the transfer provider directly.
