Romance of the Douro River: Lisbon, Porto, and the Alto Douro Wine Region

October 04 - 15, 2024

Length: 12 days

Region(s): Europe

Activity Level: Activity indicator paw

Type: Cruise, River Cruise, Solo-Traveler Friendly

Soak up the vibrancy of Lisbon and Porto, then sail along the beautiful Douro River to historic villages, wineries and treasured cultural experiences!

Operated by AHI Travel

Tour Highlights

Discover the treasures of Portugal on this handcrafted 10-night program, featuring three nights in Lisbon and a seven-night Douro River cruise.
Begin in Portugal’s humming capital, enjoying its diverse neighborhoods, nautical monuments and the Jerónimos Monastery.
Travel north to romantic Óbidos and Coimbra, home to Portugal’s revered university.
Spend time exploring Porto, an enigmatic harbor town known for its storied Ribeira district and bohemian culture.
Then cruise aboard a first-class ship through the world’s oldest demarcated winemaking region, the fabled Douro River Valley.
Carve a path through sculpted hills and bucolic lands steeped in winemaking traditions.
Daily excursions feature visits to wine estates and charming townships, including Vila Real, Lamego and Salamanca, Spain.
Along the way, delight your tastebuds with regional dishes, local pastries and authentic port wines.
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!
If you are interested in more information about this trip, please click on the “Reserve Now” button to be taken to the AHI website.

* Cal lecturer’s participation cannot be guaranteed and is contingent upon a minimum number of paying travelers.

Activity Level 2

What to expect: These trips often travel by motor coach, ship, or train. Touring days may include full-day motor coach excursions or extended periods of standing and walking during city tours, museum visits, and/or outdoor activities. Travelers should be able to board transportation, walk over sometimes-uneven terrain, and climb a few flights of stairs, occasionally without handrails or assistance. Elevators are not always available. Outings last 2–4 hours most days.

Suitable for: Travelers who are able to comfortably walk two to four miles, or 4,600–6,900 steps, each day.