Cruise · AMA Waterways · 7 nights

Enticing Douro (Wine Cruise)

Dedicated wine expert hosts tastings and curated food and wine pairing dinner
Choice of excursions including standard tours, bike tours and hikes at each port
Accommodation aboard AmaWaterways river ship AmaDouro with multiple stateroom categories

$11,045 pp twin share

7 nights

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Enticing Douro (Christmas Time)

Enticing Douro (Christmas Time) - route map

When & how much

Departure & Pricing

Your departure

Departs Tue 10 Nov 2026 Porto

Returns Tue 17 Nov 2026 Porto

Duration 7 nights

Ship AmaDouro

From pp twin share $11,045

Upgrades, transfers, accommodation and more can be quoted on enquiry — call 1300 414 198.

Cruise Snapshot

7 Nights

Explore Portugal and Spain's wine regions aboard a river cruise with expert-led tastings and curated experiences

Visit UNESCO-designated Salamanca, the Golden City
Taste Port wine at a local quinta in the Douro Valley
Cruise past vineyards and charming villages from Porto to Pinhão

Trip Details

Departs: Tue 10 Nov 2026
Returns: Tue 17 Nov 2026
Embarks: Porto
Ship: AmaDouro
Operator: AMA Waterways

Rambling vineyards and charming native farms cling to the steep sides of the Douro River Valley, creating an incomparable backdrop to one of Europe’s most unspoiled regions and to Port country— the world’s oldest demarcated wine region. During this incredible wine-themed journey, you’ll sample Espumante, a Portuguese sparkling wine, and visit a local quinta (wine estate) for an authentic Port-wine tasting. Discover the stages of wine production at the Quinta da Avessada, which houses an interactive museum commemorating the history and culture of wine. Sail roundtrip from Porto, the beautiful “City of Bridges”; visit Régua, 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. Hosted by a dedicated wine expert who leads tastings and a specially curated food and wine pairing dinner on board, this journey is a must for anyone interested in the best of local wine and cuisine.

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 ship AmaDouro.

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

$11,045

pp twin share

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Life in transit

AmaDouro

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AmaDouro

Deck plans: 4

AmaDouro · Deck plans

Douro Deck

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
Porto
Tue 10 Nov
EMBARKATION – PORTO. Board the ship for your Enticing Douro cruise.
2
Régua
Wed 11 Nov
RÉGUA. This tranquil village offers an authentic slice of Douro River life. Today, 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.
3
Vega de Terrón
Thu 12 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
Vega de Terrón
Fri 13 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
Pinhão
Sat 14 Nov
PINHÃO. Spend time soaking up the beauty of the Douro River as you cruise to Pinhão. Be treated to an exclusive lunch at Quinta da Avessada, where you’ll enjoy an authentic and traditional dining experience complete with entertainment. Quinta da Avessada is also a fascinating interactive museum commemorating the history and culture of wine in the Alto Douro region, so you’ll have fun discovering all the various stages of wine production as well as doing plenty of tasting. Savor the flavors of Portugal’s renowned fortified wine, vinho do porto, made exclusively in the Douro Valley. Head to a local quinta for your authentic Port-wine tasting experience and enjoy the sweet nectar of this fascinating region.
6
Régua
Sun 15 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
Porto
Mon 16 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. You’ll also enjoy a tasting of Port, Portugal’s most renowned contribution to the world of wine. If you prefer to get more active, you can go on a guided hike and then enjoy a Port wine tasting. Later in the day, visit the charming town of Guimarães, known as the “birthplace of the Portuguese nationality,” as well as the official residence of the President of Portugal. You will visit the Quinta de Sezim and enjoy a visit to the baron’s winery for a wine tasting on the terrace. When the sun sets, enjoy the illuminated landscapes of Porto on a scenic cruise aboard your ship.
8
Porto
Tue 17 Nov
PORTO - DISEMBARKATION. Disembark the ship and you 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 de Lamego tasting.

Where you’ll stay

Accommodation

Accommodation is aboard the AmaWaterways river ship AmaDouro.

Stateroom categories available

Suite
Category A
Category B
Category C
Category D
Category E

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 10 Nov 2026 and 17 Nov 2026, subject to live availability.

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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