From Porto to Régua, Pinhão, Vega Terron, Barca d'Alva, Pinhão, Régua, Bitetos and Cais da Lixa to Porto.
Near Porto lies the famous Alto Douro Valley, the world's oldest protected protected wine-growing region in the world and home to the grapes from which the delicious port wine is made. And this is exactly where this gourmet tour takes you. Experience the Portuguese sun on your skin and on your palate. Three renowned wine experts will be on board. They will introduce you to the world of local port and table wines and have some interesting things to tell you.
Two vintner set menus, prepared by our culinary ambassador Oliver Edelmann and the A-ROSA ALVA team and accompanied by master sommelier Hendrik Thoma and renowned vintners from the Nieport and Solheiro vineyards in the Douro Valley.
Wine seminar with master sommelier Hendrik Thoma.
Culinary evening experience at a typical quinta.
Pastéis de nata presentation and the traditional abertura a fogo opening and tasting of a vintage Port wine.
A mesmerising city carved in granite: in Porto you’ll find new, exciting perspectives at every turn – whether you’re beside the steadily flowing Douro, with its six different bridges, or in the lively city quarters of this northern Portuguese metropolis. As well as the imposing buildings of light-coloured granite, the symbols of Portugal’s second-largest city include gleaming azulejo tiles adorning church walls and townhouses, which look particularly handsome when it isn’t raining. You’ll need to be in good shape here – Porto is very hilly! But it’s worth the effort, because Porto – whose old town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site – is pure poetry.
The little town of Pinhão is located in the famous port wine region, in the area where the Douro and its surrounding landscape are at their most picturesque. It is surrounded by enchanting vineyards and the quintas that produce the wine. You can visit them from Pinhão and enjoy tours and wine tasting. To get there, you can either follow walking trails with glorious views or take a boat that also ferries visitors to interesting stretches of the river. One of the best-known walking trails takes you from the Douro bridge up seven kilometres of the hilly Rua Praça de Oliveira as far as the Casal de Loivos viewing point.
This provincial capital situated at about 800 metres on the banks of the Río Tormes, is in a league of its own. It has one of the most beautiful central squares (Plaza Mayor) and one of the oldest universities in Spain (13th century). The latter gives Salamanca a lively student scene. This city has always been popular – the Romans and the Moors certainly liked it here. In 1085, King Alfonso VI returned it to Spanish rule during the reconquest of Islamic Spain. The old town, with its variety of architectural monuments, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city’s Holy Week processions have a long tradition and are very popular.
A dream of granite that has become a city - in Porto you will find new, exciting perspectives after every bend. Discover the shining azulejo facades on church walls and town houses, just few of the landmarks of Portugal's second largest city. The old town, which has been declared a Unesco World Heritage Site, is pure poetry.
A dream of granite that has become a city - in Porto you will find new, exciting perspectives after every bend. Discover the shining azulejo facades on church walls and town houses, just few of the landmarks of Portugal's second largest city. The old town, which has been declared a Unesco World Heritage Site, is pure poetry.
Régua is the largest city on the banks of the Douro in this wine-growing valley. It is such a beautiful place that the Alto Douro region has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001. The town played a fundamental role in the production and marketing of port wine – which was transported away by sailing boat – as early as the 18th century.
The little town of Pinhão is located in the famous port wine region, in the area where the Douro and its surrounding landscape are at their most picturesque. It is surrounded by enchanting vineyards and the quintas that produce the wine. You can visit them from Pinhão and enjoy tours and wine tasting.
The little town of Pinhão is located in the famous port wine region, in the area where the Douro and its surrounding landscape are at their most picturesque. It is surrounded by enchanting vineyards and the quintas that produce the wine. You can visit them from Pinhão and enjoy tours and wine tasting.
In Vega Terrón, the Agueda joins the Douro. Both rivers form the natural border between Portugal and Spain. From here, you can take a trip to the Spanish city of Salamanca. With its new cathedral, old town and famous university, the city has a very special flair. Don't miss Salamanca's UNESCO World Heritage Site!
In Vega Terrón, the Agueda joins the Douro. Both rivers form the natural border between Portugal and Spain. From here, you can take a trip to the Spanish city of Salamanca. With its new cathedral, old town and famous university, the city has a very special flair. Don't miss Salamanca's UNESCO World Heritage Site!
Good morning Barca d'Alva! Start your day in the hilly landscape of the Parque Natural do Douro. Trains of the Linha do Douro used to stop here daily on their way from Porto to Salamanca - the station is still to be found here today.
Excursion stop. On your Douro cruise you will stop in Pocinho. Today, this small town is the terminus of the "Linha do Douro" railway. The railway station and the railway bridge that crosses the Douro are listed monuments.
The little town of Pinhão is located in the famous port wine region, in the area where the Douro and its surrounding landscape are at their most picturesque. It is surrounded by enchanting vineyards and the quintas that produce the wine. You can visit them from Pinhão and enjoy tours and wine tasting.
Régua is the largest city on the banks of the Douro in this wine-growing valley. It is such a beautiful place that the Alto Douro region has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001. The town played a fundamental role in the production and marketing of port wine – which was transported away by sailing boat – as early as the 18th century.
A dream of granite that has become a city - in Porto you will find new, exciting perspectives after every bend. Discover the shining azulejo facades on church walls and town houses, just few of the landmarks of Portugal's second largest city. The old town, which has been declared a Unesco World Heritage Site, is pure poetry.
The departure point for your Douro cruise is Porto. A mesmerising city carved in granite: in Porto you’ll find new, exciting perspectives at every turn. The gleaming azulejo tiles adorning church walls and townhouse facades are one of the typical sights of Portugal’s second-largest city. The old town – a UNESCO World Heritage Sight – is pure poetry. Let the Douro welcome you with open arms, while you soak up the ship’s atmosphere on the sun deck and enjoy your first hours in Portugal. Welcome aboard!
Heute geht Ihre erlebnisreiche 7 Nächte Douro-Kreuzfahrt zu Ende. Sie können gar nicht genug von Portugal bekommen? TIPP: Genießen Sie weitere Tage mit dem Douro Nachprogramm. So verlängern Sie Ihren Portugal-Urlaub und lernen weitere wunderschöne Orte und Regionen kennen.
Enjoy your most beautiful time with maximum comfort and with the all-round carefree package: A-ROSA Premium all inclusive.
Your desired cabin? Voilà! Sauna, fitness area, pool? Always at your service! Top culinary menus? Enjoy your meal! Attractive discounts on all massage and beauty treatments? Of course! Plus all transfers and many other benefits that will always put a smile on your face, while you have nothing to do but think about your next wish.
¹ Guests receive an extra voucher, valid for day of embarkation or disembarkation in Cologne and Engelhartszell. The transfer in Paris and Lyon is only included when booking the train tickets through A-ROSA.
² The transfer is included when booking the flight through A-ROSA. You will receive an extra voucher with your travel documents.
Book now your trip with the "Premium all inclusive" package until 30 Nov 2023 and you will benefit from our attractive Super Early Booking Discount (limited contingent).
Choose exactly the cabin you like. If available, we will book your desired cabin with cabin number.
From various German airports, Zurich or Vienna to Porto, incl. transfer Airport – Ship – Airport (incl. taxes).
Flights from € 399 per person
Just a step away from Gaia Pier, The Lodge, Wine & Business Hotel combines Portuguese tradition with an exciting design inspired by its rich wine heritage. This luxery hotel was recently opened and provides modern rooms and suites, all equipped with L'Occitane amenities, offering breathtaking views of the famous Port wine cellars and the Douro River. The building's architecture preserves its original and historical identity and emphasise an experience associated to wine and traditional Portuguese cuisine. The Dona Maria restaurant shows us the heart of Portuguese gastronomy, reviving traditional dishes from our memory and combining them with the best wines Portugal has to offer.
Single occupancy on request.
Season 1: March - May, October 2023
Season 2: June - September 2023
Included services
Overnight stay incl. breakfast, extended stay possible
Season 1
Double Occupancy
€ 119 pp
incl. breakfast
Season 2
Double Occupancy
€ 149 pp
incl. breakfast
Season 1
Double Occupancy
€ 129 pp
incl. breakfast
Season 2
Double Occupancy
€ 159 pp
incl. breakfast
Season 1
Double Occupancy
€ 149 pp
incl. breakfast
Season 2
Double Occupancy
€ 179 pp
incl. breakfast
In the heart of Porto's Ribeira district, this historic building offers 159 modern rooms with contemporary architecture, elegant design and the best service. From some rooms you have a great view of the Douro River. Enjoy the breakfast buffet in the Forno Velho restaurant in the morning or a menu of traditional Portuguese cuisine in the evening. The NomadikLoungeBar offers excellent drinks, cocktails and innovative cuisine in a unique atmosphere. The hotel is just a 5-minute walk from São Bento train and metro station.
Included services
Overnight stay incl. breakfast, extended stay possible
Double Occupancy
€ 99 pp
incl. breakfast
Single Occupancy
€ 179 pp
incl. breakfast
The Hotel da Música is integrated into the old market hall ‘Mercado do Bom Success‘ and is much more than a design hotel. It combines modernity and comfort at the same time, attaching great importance to culture, gastronomy and tradition. This creates new and attractive rooms with an atmosphere that is both contemporary and modern. As a building steeped in history, national heritage and architectural monument, the ‘Bom Successo‘ is today a building in which you can revel in the past.
Season 1: March - April, June - September 2023
Season 2: October 2023
Season 3: November 2023
Included services
Overnight stay incl. breakfast, extended stay possible
Season 1
Double Occupancy
€ 89 pp
incl. breakfast
Season 1
Single Occupancy
€ 149 pp
incl. breakfast
Season 2
Double Occupancy
€ 79 pp
incl. breakfast
Season 2
Single Occupancy
€ 129 pp
incl. breakfast
Season 3
Double Occupancy
€ 79 pp
incl. breakfast
Season 3
Single Occupancy
€ 119 pp
incl. breakfast
