AmaVida
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10 Night Enticing Douro Cruise and Land Tour from Lisbon

Ship: AmaVida
Cruise Line: AMA Waterways
Sailed: Saturday, Nov 16, 2024 from Lisbon, Portugal
Ended: Tuesday, Nov 26, 2024
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Saturday, Nov 16, 2024 departure of the AmaVida. If AMA Waterways modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing , the modified schedule would not be reflected here.
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Day 1 - Saturday - Nov 16, 2024
Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon, Portugal
Arrive in Lisbon and check into your hotel.
Day 2 - Sunday - Nov 17, 2024
Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon, Portugal
One of Europe's most beautiful cities, Lisbon, stretches across several hills along the Tagus River. On your escorted tour, you'll see Belem Tower, a fortified 4-story tower made of limestone, and visit the late Gothic Jeronimos Monastery, the burial place of many Portuguese kings and heroes. You will also taste a typical Portuguese pastry, Pasteis de Belem, before going to the Discoveries Monument, built in honor of Portugal's greatest maritime explorers. (B)
Day 3 - Monday - Nov 18, 2024
Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon, Portugal
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Sintra, Portugal
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Lisbon, Portugal
Enjoy a morning excursion to Serra de Sintra, one of the loveliest mountain villages in Portugal and a favorite summer residence of the Portuguese royal family for more than 500 years. Long an inspiration for artists and poets, Lord Byron once called it "perhaps the most delightful village in Europe". High up on a rocky peak, you will tour Pena National Palace, a wonderful fairytale castle dating back to Portugal's Romantic period. (B)
Day 4 - Tuesday - Nov 19, 2024
Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon, Portugal
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Tomar, Portugal
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Cruise Begins
Porto (Oporto), Portugal
Check out of your hotel and take a motorcoach ride through the Portuguese countryside. Stop in Tomar en route to Lisbon and visit its Knights Templar castle, the walls of which envelop the elaborate Convent of Christ, a UNESCO World Heritage Site dating from the 12th century and boasting spectacular frescoes and azulejos (iconic blue painted tiles). Afterward, continue to Porto, where you will board the ship for your Enticing Douro cruise. (B,D)
Porto (Oporto), Portugal
Board the ship for your Enticing Douro cruise. (D)
Day 5 - Wednesday - Nov 20, 2024
Regua, Portugal
Regua, Portugal
This tranquil village offers an authentic slice of Douro River life. 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. (B,L,D)
Day 6 - Thursday - Nov 21, 2024
Pocinho, Portugal
Pocinho, located on the left bank of river, rests on the Douro's terra quente, or "hot land". Soak up the majestic landscapes on your visit to 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. (B,L,D)
Day 7 - Friday - Nov 22, 2024
Vega de Terron, Spain
Vega de Terron, Spain
Bus Travel
Salamanca, Spain
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Vega de Terron, Spain
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, New Cathedral, the intriguingly decorated House of Shells, and Plaza Mayor. (B,L,D)
Day 8 - Saturday - Nov 23, 2024
Barca d'Alva, Portugal
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Castelo Rodrigo, Portugal
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Barca d'Alva, Portugal
Pinhao, Portugal
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Quinta da Avessada, Portugal
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Pinhao, Portugal
Spend time soaking up the beauty of the Douro River as you cruise to Barca d'Alva, where you will 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. While here, taste some delicious locally grown produce. Be treated to an exclusive dinner 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. (B,L,D)
Day 9 - Sunday - Nov 24, 2024
Regua, Portugal
Regua, Portugal
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 Remedios (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 bolas de Lamego, bread filled with smoked ham; presunto, a type of dry-cured ham; and espumante, a Portuguese sparkling wine. In the afternoon, indulge in a traditional Portuguese lunch with your fellow travelers in Regua at a local quinta for a truly authentic culinary experience. (B,L,D)
Day 10 - Monday - Nov 25, 2024
Porto (Oporto), Portugal
Porto (Oporto), Portugal
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 Sao 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. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore all of Porto's charms on your own. (B,L,D)
Day 11 - Tuesday - Nov 26, 2024
Porto (Oporto), Portugal
Porto (Oporto), Portugal
Disembark the ship and prepare for your flight home. (B)

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Dec 20, 2025(Saturday) 7 Night Flavors of Portugal and Spain
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Dec 27, 2025(Saturday) 7 Night Enticing Douro
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