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Cruise · AMA Waterways · 7 nights

Enticing Douro (Taste of Christmas)

  • Included tours with choice of standard, bike, hike or special interest options
  • Accommodation aboard AmaWaterways river ships with multiple stateroom categories
  • Included wine tastings, quinta visits and regional cuisine experiences
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$5,797 pp twin share
7 nights
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10 departures

  1. Fri 19 Nov 2027 → Fri 26 Nov 2027 7 nights · Porto · AmaSintra Outside $5,797 Balcony $8,098 Suite $11,839 from $5,797 pp twin share Enquire
  2. Tue 23 Nov 2027 → Tue 30 Nov 2027 7 nights · Porto · AmaDouro Outside $5,797 Balcony $9,249 Suite $11,839 from $5,797 pp twin share Select
  3. Fri 26 Nov 2027 → Fri 3 Dec 2027 7 nights · Porto · AmaSintra Outside $4,422 Balcony $6,723 Suite $10,464 from $4,422 pp twin share Select
  4. Tue 30 Nov 2027 → Tue 7 Dec 2027 7 nights · Porto · AmaDouro Outside $4,422 Balcony $6,723 Suite $10,464 from $4,422 pp twin share Select
  5. Tue 7 Dec 2027 → Tue 14 Dec 2027 7 nights · Porto · AmaDouro Outside $5,222 Balcony $7,523 Suite $11,264 from $5,222 pp twin share Select
Cruise Snapshot
7 Nights

Cruise the Douro Valley's wine region from Porto, visiting UNESCO cities and historic wineries during the festive season

  • Sail through Portugal and Spain's most unspoiled landscapes
  • Taste wines at historic quintas and local vineyards
  • Explore UNESCO sites including Salamanca and Porto's historic quarter

Trip Details

Departs
Fri 19 Nov 2027
Returns
Fri 26 Nov 2027
Embarks
Porto
Ship
AmaSintra
Operator
AMA Waterways

Take in the highlights and holiday traditions as you immerse yourself in one of Europe’s most unspoiled regions and the world’s oldest demarcated wine region. Sail roundtrip from Porto, the beautiful “City of Bridges”; visit Regua, the ‘capital’ of the Douro Valley; and marvel at Salamanca, the UNESCO-designated “Golden City.” Taste wines from historic wineries and soak up the genuine beauty of one of Europe’s most unadulterated landscapes during this festive time of the year. Specific holiday markets cannot be guaranteed during your river cruise. For details on open dates, please visit each city’s tourism office website.

This river cruise journeys through Portugal and Spain, calling at Porto, Régua, Vega de Terrón, Vega de Terrón, Pinhão, Régua, Porto and Porto.

You'll sail aboard the AmaWaterways river ships AmaSintra, AmaDouro and AmaVida.

On our river cruises, you will enjoy an extensive lineup of included tours. In many cases, you will have a choice of excursions, such as standard tours, bike tours, hikes and special interest tours. We always include a large variety of experiences so that you can choose how you want to explore. No matter your preference, your days will be full of discovery and wonder. Not available in Portugal

Life in transit

AmaSintra

AmaSintra
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AmaSintra

Deck plans
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AmaSintra · Deck plans

Douro Deck

AmaSintra — Douro Deck deck plan

Source: AmaWaterways, captured 10 October 2026. Deck plans are provided by the cruise line and are subject to change at any time.

Day by day

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Porto

    Fri 19 Nov
    EMBARKATION – PORTO, PORTUGAL. Board the ship for your Enticing Douro cruise.
  2. 2

    Régua

    Sat 20 Nov
    RÉGUA. This tranquil village offers an authentic slice of Douro River life. Visit the Baroque-style Palacio de Mateus and its gardens. Inside the house, you’ll see interesting furnishings, paintings and a ceiling of intricately carved wood. The gardens here are considered some of the most beautiful in Portugal. Later, enjoy a complimentary evening of authentic Portuguese cuisine and Port wine at Quinta da Avessada.
  3. 3

    Vega de Terrón

    Sun 21 Nov
    VEGA DE TERRÓN, SPAIN. In the morning, spend time soaking up the beauty of this picturesque port before you visit Castelo Rodrigo, a small fortified village perched high on a hilltop with centuries-old walls, steep narrow streets and fantastic views. You can also opt to hike up to the village should you wish a more active exploration.
  4. 4

    Vega de Terrón

    Mon 22 Nov
    VEGA DE TERRÓN, SPAIN – SALAMANCA. Drive to Salamanca, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built of golden sandstone, Salamanca is known as a “living museum,” and you will have an opportunity to step back in time to the Middle Ages during your escorted tour, which includes the city’s elegant university buildings, the New Cathedral, the intriguingly decorated House of Shells and Plaza Mayor.
  5. 5

    Pinhão

    Tue 23 Nov
    PINHÃO. Spend time soaking up the beauty of the Douro River as you cruise to Pinhão. Here, you may visit a local vineyard for a port wine tasting. Join a specialist from the vineyard on a private tour of the wine cellars, an exclusive opportunity to learn about centuries-old winemaking methods and to taste the vineyard’s specialty wines. Afterwards, be treated to an exclusive dinner at Quinta da Roêda. Nestled in the heart of the Douro Valley, this historic estate is celebrated for its centuries-old vineyards and iconic terraced landscapes.
  6. 6

    Régua

    Wed 24 Nov
    RÉGUA. Travel to picturesque Lamego, home to one of the most important pilgrimage sites in all of Portugal, where you’ll go to the Nossa Senhora dos Remédios (Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies). The shrine features a staircase of nearly 700 steps, beautifully decorated with white and blue tiles, which the more active adventurer will want to climb on a guided hike. Concluding both tours, you will have the opportunity to sample local traditional specialties, such as bôlas de Lamego, bread filled with smoked ham; presunto, a type of dry-cured ham; and Espumante, a Portuguese sparkling wine. Afterwards, head to a local quinta for a delicious lunch.
  7. 7

    Porto

    Thu 25 Nov
    PORTO. The colorful city of Porto blends the best of old and new, which you can discover on an escorted tour of the historic quarter, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, including the Cathedral, one of the city’s oldest monuments; and the São Bento Railway Station, known for its blue and white tile panels depicting scenes from Portuguese history. If you prefer to get more active, you can go on a guided hike. In the afternoon, you’ll also enjoy a tasting of Port, Portugal’s most renowned contribution to the world of wine. . In the evening, enjoy the illuminated landscapes of Porto on a scenic cruise aboard your ship.
  8. 8

    Porto

    Fri 26 Nov
    PORTO – DISEMBARKATION. Disembark the ship and prepare for your flight home. DISCLAIMER: Itinerary subject to change.
What you get for the price

Inclusions & exclusions

What’s included

  • Mateus Palace & gardens visit.
  • Castelo Rodrigo tour with tasting of regional fare.
  • Castelo Rodrigo hike with tasting of regional fare.
  • Salamanca excursion.
  • Local quinta wine tasting.
  • Lamego tour and Bôlas tasting.

Not included

  • Holiday markets cannot be guaranteed during your river cruise
  • Not available in Portugal
Where you’ll stay

Accommodation

Accommodation is aboard the AmaWaterways river ships AmaSintra, AmaDouro and AmaVida.

Stateroom categories available

  • Suite
  • Category A
  • Category B
  • Category C
  • Category D
  • Category E
Enticing Douro (Christmas Time) stateroom
Enticing Douro (Christmas Time) stateroom
From the operator

Common questions about this voyage

How long is this journey?
This itinerary runs for 8 days and 7 nights.
When can I travel?
Departures are currently scheduled between 19 Nov 2027 and 01 Jan 2028, subject to live availability.
Are there different departure options?
Yes, multiple departures may be available depending on your preferred travel period.
What is generally included?
Inclusions typically cover guided touring and selected experiences, with exact details listed in the itinerary.
What style of accommodation is used?
Accommodation is pre-arranged as part of the journey, with specific properties shown in the trip details.
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