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MS Gil Eanes, 7 Night From Portugal to Spain: Porto, the Douro Valley (Portugal) and Salamanca (Spain) ex Oporto (Porto), Portugal Return

Cruise MS Gil Eanes, 7 Night From Portugal to Spain: Porto, the Douro Valley (Portugal) and Salamanca (Spain) ex Oporto (Porto), Portugal Return
Cruise Line CroisiEurope
Ship MS Gil Eanes
Destination EU Rivers
Brief Description 7 Night Cruise sailing from Oporto (Porto), Portugal onboard MS Gil Eanes
Type of Cruise River
Departure Date 07 Apr 2026
Cruise Description Climb aboard an unforgettable cruise through the magnificent Douro Valley, where each port of call promises captivating adventure and enriching discoveries. Get ready for breathtaking scenery, history-laden locations, and unique experiences in this emblematic region. You'll begin your journey in the lively city of Porto, which oozes an exceptional charm and captivating atmosphere. Next stop will be Regua, where you'll dive into the region's history and winemaking traditions. You'll also cross the border into Spain, for an exciting trip to remarkable Salamanca. For wine connoisseurs, the Port Wine Route will be heaven on earth. You'll wrap up your vacation with stops in Lamego, Guimarães, and the charming village of Afurada—destinations packed with cultural heritage, gorgeous architecture, and genuine friendliness.

Day 1
Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 5:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail before dinner. In the evening, we'll set out on an optional CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion by coach to see Porto by night.

Day 2
Join us for the optional excursions proposed:CLASSIC: Guided tour of Porto.DISCOVERY: Touring Porto via tram and visiting the tram museum followed by a tasting of some of the local specialties in the old city.In the afternoon, we'll cruise through the Douro Valley with its fabulous landscapes. Enjoy an evening of dancing or time at leisure in Regua tonight.

Day 3
Join us on an optional CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion: the Casa de Mateus and the Douro museum. We'll leave on foot for the Douro Museum to learn about the passionate history and wine-making heritage in the region, an experience combining traditional and modern approaches. We'll continue on by coach for Mateus Palace, a beautiful 18th-century manor in Vila Real. This baroque-style manor belonged to the same family until a foundation was set up to preserve it in 1970. The dramatic splendor and details of the complex offer a unique visual relationship between geometry and space. Enjoy a stroll through the magnificent tree- and hedge-lined gardens, which include a romantic Mexican-cedar topiary tunnel. After, we’ll return to the ship in Pinhão by coach. In the afternoon, the cruise continues to the heart of the most famous vineyards in Porto to Vega de Terron. We'll arrive in the evening. Enjoy an evening of Flamenco entertainment.

Day 4
Join us for the optional excursions proposed:CLASSIC: Salamanca. This town of dazzling beauty houses some extraordinary Roman, Arabic, and Christian architectural treasures.DISCOVERY: Salamanca tapas tour.We'll return on board in Barca d'Alva. Enjoy an evening of entertainment.

Day 5
This morning will be spent cruising. Join us on an optional CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion: Port Wine Route and Pinhão. Tonight's our gala dinner and evening.

Day 6
Join us on an optional CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion: Guided tour of Lamego. This afternoon will be spent cruising. Enjoy an evening of Fado-themed entertainment.

Day 7
This morning, enjoy time at leisure in Porto. In the afternoon, join us for the optional excursions proposed:CLASSIC: Discover Guimaraes.DISCOVERY: Quaint Afurada.Enjoy an evening of traditional folk entertainment.

Day 8
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.
Sailing Dates
07 Apr 2026
20 Jun 2026
04 Jul 2026
11 Jul 2026
23 Jul 2026
30 Jul 2026
06 Aug 2026
13 Aug 2026
20 Aug 2026
27 Sep 2026
21 Oct 2026
Pricing
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Cruise Itinerary
Date Port Arrive Depart
7 Apr 2026 Oporto (Porto), Portugal 5:00 PM
8 Apr 2026 Oporto (Porto), Portugal 12:00 PM
8 Apr 2026 Regua, Portugal 8:00 PM
9 Apr 2026 Regua, Portugal 9:00 AM
9 Apr 2026 Pinhao, Portugal 11:30 AM 12:30 PM
9 Apr 2026 Vega Terron, Spain 8:30 PM
10 Apr 2026 Vega Terron, Spain 4:30 PM
10 Apr 2026 Barca Dalva, Portugal 5:00 PM
11 Apr 2026 Barca Dalva, Portugal 8:30 AM
11 Apr 2026 Ferradosa, Portugal 2:00 PM 2:30 PM
11 Apr 2026 Pinhao, Portugal 5:30 PM
12 Apr 2026 Pinhao, Portugal 9:00 AM
12 Apr 2026 Regua, Portugal 11:30 AM 12:30 PM
12 Apr 2026 Oporto (Porto), Portugal 8:30 PM
13 Apr 2026 Oporto (Porto), Portugal
14 Apr 2026 Oporto (Porto), Portugal 9:00 AM
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

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