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Douro River Cruise

Douro Express River Cruise: 5-Night Porto Round-Trip

6 Days (5 Nights)
Douro Express River Cruise: 5-Night Porto Round-Trip

Overview

The Douro Express is a 6-day / 5-night round-trip cruise from Porto aboard the MS Douro Cruiser, sailing the heart of Portugal’s Douro — the world’s oldest demarcated wine region and a UNESCO World Heritage site. From the colourful Ribeira district of Porto to the terraced vineyards of the Régua wine country and the quiet river town of Entre-os-Rios, this is an unhurried, all-inclusive introduction to the Douro Valley, with a panoramic tour of Porto and a wine tasting at a traditional quinta included.

Itinerary

Itinerary

DAY 1
PORTO

Porto Embarkation - Aboard the MS Douro Cruiser

Board the MS Douro Cruiser at Douro Marina from 3:00 PM. After check-in, settle into your cabin and enjoy some time relaxing on board.
In the evening, meet the crew during a welcome reception, followed by a welcome dinner. Overnight in Porto. Dinner and accommodations on board.
DAY 2
PORTO

Porto - Ribeira, Dom Luis Bridge & Port Wine Cellars

Porto is a feast for the senses — a captivating city of rolling hills, colourful historic buildings and timeless charm. Wander through the enchanting Ribeira district, with spectacular views of the Douro River and the iconic Dom Luís I Bridge, designed by a close collaborator of Gustave Eiffel.
Enjoy a panoramic tour of Porto (minimum 10 guests), including its historic centre, the Ribeira waterfront and the city’s famous Port wine cellars. Overnight in Porto.
DAY 3
ENTRE-OS-RIOS / PORTO

Entre-os-Rios - Where the Douro Meets the Tamega

This morning, depart Porto at sunrise and cruise to the charming town of Entre-os-Rios, arriving after breakfast — a peaceful spot where the Douro and Tâmega Rivers meet, framed by beautiful natural scenery.
Notable sights include the Duarte Pacheco Bridge over the Tâmega and the Romanesque Church of São Miguel; nearby, a renowned thermal spa offers tranquil, centuries-old gardens. Optional excursion to the historic city of Guimarães. Overnight in Entre-os-Rios.
DAY 4
LAMEGO / RéGUA

Regua & Lamego - Heart of the Douro Wine Country

Arrive in Régua, the heart of Portugal’s celebrated Douro wine region — gateway to the Douro Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the world’s oldest officially demarcated wine region, established in 1756.
Visit a traditional quinta (wine estate) to learn about local winemaking traditions and enjoy a wine tasting. Overnight in Régua. Accommodation on board.
DAY 5
PORTO / RéGUA

Cruising Back to Porto - The Douro Valley One Last Time

Early this morning, begin your scenic cruise back to Porto, arriving shortly after lunch and admiring the spectacular landscapes of the Douro Valley one last time.
This evening, enjoy free time exploring Porto at your own pace — the riverfront, the city’s architecture and its renowned wine lodges. Overnight in Porto. Dinner and accommodations on board.
DAY 6
PORTO

Farewell in Porto - Disembarkation at Douro Marina

Enjoy breakfast on board before disembarking at Douro Marina. End of our services.

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Douro Express River Cruise: 5-Night Porto Round-Trip
Choose Departure and Occupancy
✦ Prices per person
Date
Category D – Main Deck (Aft)
Category C – Main Deck
Category B – Upper Deck (Aft) balcony
Category A – Upper Deck balcony
2027 Departures
Sun
21Mar
2027
Category D – Main Deck (Aft)
Per person
€ 1,229.00
(US$ 1,434   Deposit: US$ 359)
Category D – Main Deck (Aft)
Category D – Main Deck (Aft)
€ 1,844.00
(US$ 2,152   Deposit: US$ 538)
Category D – Main Deck (Aft)
Category C – Main Deck
Per person
€ 1,439.00
(US$ 1,679   Deposit: US$ 420)
Category C – Main Deck
Category C – Main Deck
€ 2,158.00
(US$ 2,518   Deposit: US$ 630)
Category C – Main Deck
Category B – Upper Deck (Aft) balcony
Per person
€ 1,749.00
(US$ 2,041   Deposit: US$ 510)
Category B – Upper Deck (Aft) balcony
Category B – Upper Deck (Aft) balcony
€ 3,061.00
(US$ 3,572   Deposit: US$ 893)
Category B – Upper Deck (Aft) balcony
Category A – Upper Deck balcony
Per person
€ 2,059.00
(US$ 2,403   Deposit: US$ 601)
Category A – Upper Deck balcony
Category A – Upper Deck balcony
€ 3,603.00
(US$ 4,204   Deposit: US$ 1,051)
Category A – Upper Deck balcony
Fri
26Mar
2027
Category D – Main Deck (Aft)
Per person
€ 1,169.00
(US$ 1,364   Deposit: US$ 341)
Category D – Main Deck (Aft)
Category D – Main Deck (Aft)
€ 1,754.00
(US$ 2,047   Deposit: US$ 512)
Category D – Main Deck (Aft)
Category C – Main Deck
Per person
€ 1,379.00
(US$ 1,609   Deposit: US$ 402)
Category C – Main Deck
Category C – Main Deck
€ 2,068.00
(US$ 2,413   Deposit: US$ 603)
Category C – Main Deck
Category B – Upper Deck (Aft) balcony
Per person
€ 1,689.00
(US$ 1,971   Deposit: US$ 493)
Category B – Upper Deck (Aft) balcony
Category B – Upper Deck (Aft) balcony
€ 2,956.00
(US$ 3,449   Deposit: US$ 862)
Category B – Upper Deck (Aft) balcony
Category A – Upper Deck balcony
Per person
€ 1,999.00
(US$ 2,333   Deposit: US$ 583)
Category A – Upper Deck balcony
Category A – Upper Deck balcony
€ 3,498.00
(US$ 4,082   Deposit: US$ 1,020)
Category A – Upper Deck balcony

Terms & Conditions

Palace Tours Terms and Conditions will apply to this tour.

Inclusions & Exclusions

INCLUDED: accommodation in your selected exterior stateroom with daily housekeeping; full-board dining from dinner on embarkation day to breakfast on disembarkation day (breakfast buffet, three-course lunch, four-course dinner); evening snacks in the lounge; Captain’s Welcome and Farewell cocktail receptions; special Welcome Dinner and Captain’s Gala Dinner; All-Inclusive Beverage Package daily 9:30 AM–11:00 PM (draft beer, house red and white wine by the glass, soft drinks, mineral water, coffee and tea; specialty coffees, premium beverages and spirits not included); English-speaking tour guides, excursions and cruise manager; Wi-Fi; laundry service (up to 6 pieces per person); daily bottled water; luggage handling on board.
 
INCLUDED EXCURSION PACKAGE (English, minimum 2 pax):
Porto city tour
Wine tasting at a traditional Quinta
 
NOT INCLUDED: optional excursions; drinks not listed above; individual transfers; international flights; travel insurance; gratuities (€70 per person per cruise); minibar; fuel surcharge (€45 per person); Portuguese Value Added Tax (VAT) 6%.

Accommodations

Accommodation

All cabins on the MS Douro Cruiser are exterior and approximately 15 m², with shower/WC, individually adjustable air-conditioning, hairdryer, safe and TV. Main Deck cabins have a large fixed panorama window; Upper Deck cabins have a step-out balcony with a table and chairs.

 

Cabin Categories

Category D – Main Deck (Aft), panorama window (base fare)
Category C – Main Deck, panorama window
Category B – Upper Deck (Aft), step-out balcony
Category A – Upper Deck, step-out balcony

 

Technical Details

MS “Douro Cruiser” 4*sup
Length 78 m • Beam 11.4 m
Passenger capacity 130 pax
Year built 2005 • Refurbished 2024

 

Amenities

Panoramic restaurant
Spacious lounge with bar
Souvenir shop
Elevator
Sun terrace with loungers
Outdoor pool

Media Gallery

MS Douro Cruiser

MS Douro Cruiser

Panoramic Restaurant

Panoramic Restaurant

Lounge & Bar

Lounge & Bar

Sun Deck

Sun Deck

Sun Deck Pool

Sun Deck Pool

Upper Deck Cabin

Upper Deck Cabin

Cabin Interior

Cabin Interior

Douro Valley - Pinhao View

Douro Valley - Pinhao View

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From $1,366 per person (double occupancy, USD) — live dates and rates are in the Book This Tour section above.

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