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2026 5★ Douro Dreams River Cruise Sale

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Porto, Portugal
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Return flights & overseas transfers*

All-inclusive drinks package*

Price Promise – Launch Savings, book Early for the Best Deal*

Expert-led Shore Excursions Included*


Cruise Overview

  • Duration 7 nights
  • Departs 04 Jun 2026
  • Sails from Porto, Portugal
  • Ship MS Douro Elegance
  • Flights and transfersYes
  • Cruise code ‍2197790

Your Itinerary

Fly from your local airport

Fly from your local airport to Porto, Portugal Thu 04 Jun 2026

Fly from your local airport

(premium class flights may be available on request)

A panoramic view of Porto

Porto, Portugal Thu 04 Jun 2026

A panoramic view of Porto

Embark your 5★ Riviera River Ship for your seven night river cruise along the Douro.

*Please note - itinerary is based on 2026 departures.*

Pinhao, Portugal

Pinhao, Portugal Fri 05 Jun 2026

Pinhao, Portugal

Watch terraced vineyards pass by on our way to Pinhão. This afternoon we visit a historic quinta for a wine tasting.

★INCLUDED EXCURSION: Visit to a quinta, with wine tasting

Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo

Castelo Rodrigo, Portugal Sat 06 Jun 2026

Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo

Enjoy a leisurely morning on board, before our visit to the walled village of Castelo Rodrigo this afternoon.

★INCLUDED EXCURSION: Visit to Castelo Rodrigo

An aerial view of Salamanca

Salamanca, Spain Sun 07 Jun 2026

An aerial view of Salamanca

Visit Salamanca, where we enjoy a guided tour of the main sights and sample Spanish tapas with a Flamenco show at lunch.

★INCLUDED EXCURSION: Guided Tour of Salamanca

★INCLUDED EXCURSION: Lunch with flamenco show

The Douro Valley in Peso da Régua

Régua - Folgosa, Portugal Mon 08 Jun 2026

The Douro Valley in Peso da Régua

Ater a sailing morning visit Mateus Palace & its gardens or explore the Douro Museum in Régua. Tonight, we'll dine at Quinta da Pacheca.

★INCLUDED EXCURSION: Visit to Mateus Palace OR visit to the Douro Museum in Régua

★INCLUDED EXCURSION: Dinner at Quinta da Pacheca

Lamego, Portugal

Lamego, Portugal Tue 09 Jun 2026

Lamego, Portugal

Explore Lamego and the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies. After a sailing afternoon, enjoy a Portuguese folk music show on board.

★INCLUDED EXCURSION: Traditional Portuguese folk music show

A panoramic view of Porto

Porto, Portugal Wed 10 Jun 2026

A panoramic view of Porto

Return to Porto for a tour of the city, then, after lunch, visit one of the famous port wine cellars with tasting.

★INCLUDED EXCURSION: Guided tour of Porto

★INCLUDED EXCURSION: Port wine cellar visit with tasting

A panoramic view of Porto

Porto, Portugal Thu 11 Jun 2026

A panoramic view of Porto

Disembark and transfer to the airport for your flight home.

Arrive at your local airport

Arrive at your local airport Thu 11 Jun 2026

Arrive at your local airport

Introducing Riviera

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  • SEVEN NIGHTS All-inclusive river cruising onboard your 5★ Riviera River Ship, including:
  • INCLUDED all-inclusive drinks throughout your voyage including a choice of house wines, a choice of draught beers, a selection of soft drinks & juices, house spirits and mixers, cocktail of the day & tea and coffee (10am-12am)
  • Nine INCLUDED shore excursions
  • INCLUDED Wi-Fi
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  • All port charges and taxes
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  • Return Flights from a selected Regional Airport (premium class may be available at a supplement) & overseas transfers

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The Ship - MS Douro Elegance

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Purpose-built for the scenic twists and turns of Portugal’s Douro River, MS Douro Elegance offers a wonderful blend of contemporary comfort, generous space and Riviera Travel’s friendly, attentive service. With a smaller guest capacity and a calm, boutique feel throughout, she’s designed for relaxed days on the water, with inviting spaces to unwind as vineyard-covered hillsides drift by outside. From the panoramic lounge to the Sun Deck and pool, every detail is thoughtfully arranged to make the most of the river views, while carefully crafted itineraries ensure each day feels rewarding both on board and ashore.

What’s onboard: 119 guests, 88 guest suites, one entertainment venue, one complimentary restaurant, one bar and lounge, four relaxation and fitness venues, and two essential venues

MS Douro Elegance

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* Terms & Conditions

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Booking conditions of Riviera Tours Limited trading as Riviera Travel and Reader Offers Limited Agency terms of business apply. Fares are per person based on two adults sharing, except solos, may increase or be withdrawn at any time, offer applies to new bookings only. Ports may require a tender. Tours are subject to change and may incur a supplement, are non-transferable and may not be suitable for guests with mobility restrictions. Star ratings are ROL Cruise classified. The Price Promise applies to the core elements of the Holiday you have booked with Riviera (including tour or cruise, flights and transfers if booked as a package, or tour/cruise only). Regional flights may be available on request, will be at a further supplement and may require an additional overnight stay at an extra cost and may be indirect. Flights are subject to schedule changes and may be based on indirect services with flights arriving same day or overnight. Flights will be confirmed closer to departure which may affect your overall holiday duration and an additional overnight hotel stay may be required. Drinks are subject to T&Cs. All meals are included on the cruise. Wi-Fi cannot be guaranteed. Cruise Miles T&Cs apply. E&OE.

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