Romance of the Douro River
Discover Portugal’s wonders on a 10-night journey, featuring three nights in Lisbon and a seven-night cruise through the Douro River Valley.
AHI Travel
800-323-7373
Rileigh Hageman
hageman.97@osu.edu
Trip overview
Begin in Portugal’s humming capital, exploring colorful neighborhoods and the splendid Jerónimos Monastery. Travel to romantic Óbidos and Coimbra, home to Portugal’s revered university. Be immersed in Porto, an enigmatic harbor town known for its storied Ribeira district and bohemian culture. Then cruise aboard a first-class ship through the fabled Douro River Valley, the world’s oldest demarcated winemaking region. Carve a path through sculpted hills and bucolic lands steeped in winemaking traditions. Daily excursions feature wine estates and charming townships, including Vila Real, Lamego and Salamanca, Spain. Along the way, indulge in regional dishes, local pastries and authentic port wines. Plus, enjoy an authentic Portuguese folk show and traditional “Tuna” performance! This journey features a choice of included excursions to personalize your journey and an extensive meal plan. No single supplement for solo travelers!
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Tour highlights
- Three nights in Lisbon, Portugal, at the first-class Dom Pedro Lisboa.
- Seven nights aboard the exclusively charted, first-class MS Amalia Rodrigues.
- Deluxe motor coach transfers during the Land | Cruise Program.
- 10 breakfasts, seven lunches and seven dinners.
- All drinks on board except special wines and spirits.
- Welcome and Farewell Receptions and Dinners to mingle with fellow travelers.
- Enrichment by expert speakers enhances your insight into the region.
- Engaging excursions and PYJ | Personalize Your Journey showcase the local culture, heritage and history.
- Electives and free time to pursue your individual interests.
- A personal VOX headset to hear your English-speaking guide clearly.
- Tipping of guides and drivers.
- Complimentary travel mementos.
- AHI Sustainability Promise | Striving to make a positive impact where we travel.
*Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Dates, itineraries and prices are subject to change.
Itinerary
Day 1: Depart gateway city
Day 2: Arrive in Lisbon
Day 3: Lisbon
Day 4: Lisbon
Day 5: Óbidos | Coimbra | Porto | Embark ship
Day 6: Porto
Day 7: Porto | Peso da Régua
Day 8: Peso da Régua | Barca ďAlva
Day 9: Barca ďAlva | Salamanca
Day 10: São João da Pesqueira | Pinhão
Day 11: Lamego | Porto
Day 12: Porto | Disembark ship | Transfer to airport and depart for gateway city
Preferred Travel Insurance
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Cancellations
CANCELLATION
All cancellations must be submitted in writing to AHI Travel.
- Cancellation received up to 151 days prior to trip departure will incur a $500 per person administrative fee.
- Cancellation received 150 to 121 days prior to departure will result in forfeiture of 25% of the entire cost of the trip per person.
- Cancellation received 120-91 days prior to departure will result in forfeiture of 50% of the entire cost of the trip per person.
- Cancellation received 90-61 days prior to departure will result in forfeiture of 75% of the entire cost of the trip per person.
- Cancellation received 60 days prior to departure to the time of departure (or no show) will result in 100% forfeiture of the entire cost of the trip.
TRIP CANCELLATION INSURANCE IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. AN INSURANCE APPLICATION WILL BE SENT TO YOU AFTER YOU RESERVE (U.S. RESIDENTS ONLY).
If a tour is canceled by AHI Travel before the date of departure for reasons other than Force Majeure and the cancellation is not caused by your fault or negligence, you will have the choice of accepting one of these options from AHI Travel: i) transfer to another date of the same tour, if available; ii) book another tour of equal or greater value, if available (you will be responsible for paying any difference in price); or iii) book another tour of lesser value, if available (with a refund payable to you for the difference in price); or iv) receive a full refund for the land-only portion of the applicable tour
CANCELLATION GRACE PERIOD
Reservations made prior to 150 days before a tour's scheduled departure date may be canceled within 7 days following the reservation date for a full refund. Reservations made within 150 days prior to a tour's scheduled departure will not qualify for the grace period.
CANCELLATION OF TRIP OPTIONS
Purchases of optional excursions, pre- and/or post-tour extensions, additional hotel nights, private transfers or other trip options become fully non-refundable 60 days prior to departure. Air transportation purchases are subject only to penalties assessed by the airlines.