Douro Cruises from Porto
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10 best Douro river cruises from Porto
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- Vida Portugal: Vineyards & Villages Along the Douro 2025
- Douro Discovery Porto Return (2025)
- Flavors of Portugal & Spain 2025 Start Porto, End Vega de Terrón
- Douro Delights Porto → Madrid (2025)
- Douro Discovery Porto → Porto (2025)
- Porto and the Douro Valley (port-to-port cruise) - INFANTE D.HENRIQUE
- Porto and the Douro Valley (port-to-port cruise) - GIL EANES
- Porto and the Douro Valley (port-to-port cruise) - MIGUEL TORGA (6 destinations)
- Porto and the Douro Valley (port-to-port cruise) - FERNAO DE MAGALHAES
- Unforgettable Douro 2026
Avalon Alegria sails 262 feet along Douro River from Porto's UNESCO center to Barca d'Alva. Stops include Régua, Pinhão, and Pocinho, with daily vineyard and historic site excursions.
Duration 8 days Destinations Porto, Porto Antigo, Braga, Guimaraes, Peso da Regua, Pocinho, Barca de Alva, Salamanca, Quinta da Ferradosa Age Range 8 to 99 year olds Ship Avalon Alegria River Douro Operator Avalon Waterways From
- NZ$7,246+$346 upfront costs
MS Estrela ventures east from Porto to Vega de Terron, with stops at Regua, Pinhao, and Barca d'Alva. This 8-day river cruise spans the navigable Douro, including a coach trip to Salamanca. The final leg features Vila Nova de Gaia's renowned port wine cellars.
Duration 8 days Destinations Porto, Vila Nova da Gaia, Lamego, Pinhao, Vega de Terron, Salamanca, Barca de Alva, Peso da Regua, Mateus, Entre-os-Rios Age Range up to 99 year olds River Douro Operator APT From
- NZ$6,320+$675 upfront costs
AmaVida connects Porto to Vega Terrón with stops at Entre-os-Rios, Régua, and Pinhão. The 8-day cruise showcases historic quintas, medieval villages, and terraced vineyards.
Duration 8 days Destinations Porto, Entre-os-Rios, Peso da Regua, Pinhao, Barca de Alva, Vega de Terron Age Range up to 90 year olds Ship AmaVida River Douro Operator AmaWaterways From
- NZ$7,246+$395 upfront costs
MS Estrela glides from Porto's riverside past Entre-os-Rios to Régua and Pinhão. The route extends to Vega de Terron before connecting to Madrid via Salamanca, featuring 8 destinations over 9 days.
Duration 9 days Destinations Porto, Entre-os-Rios, Peso da Regua, Pinhao, Barca de Alva, Vega de Terron, Salamanca, Madrid Age Range up to 99 year olds River Douro Operator APT From
- NZ$8,095
An 8-day cruise links 8 cities along the Douro River from Porto. The ship sails from Vila Nova de Gaia through Lamego, Pinhão, and Vega Terrón, with a Spanish detour to Salamanca before returning via Entre-os-Rios.
Duration 8 days Destinations Porto, Lamego, Pinhao, Vega de Terron, Salamanca, Barca de Alva, Mateus, Entre-os-Rios Age Range up to 99 year olds River Douro Operator Travel Marvel From
- NZ$6,320
MS Infante don Henrique navigates from Porto eastward to Peso da Regua, then to Porto Antigo before returning home. The 6-day circular route includes Guimarães, showcasing the UNESCO-protected Douro Valley's finest views.
Duration 6 days Destinations Porto, Peso da Regua, Porto Antigo, Guimaraes Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Ship MS Infante don Henrique River Douro Operator CroisiEurope River Cruises From
- NZ$1,669
MS Gil Eanes departs Porto's riverside at 5 PM, navigating the Douro River to Peso da Regua, Porto Antigo, and Guimarães. The 6-day route winds through Portugal's wine region before returning to Porto for a 9 AM arrival.
Duration 6 days Destinations Porto, Peso da Regua, Porto Antigo, Guimaraes Age Range up to 99 year olds Ship MS Gil Eanes River Douro Operator CroisiEurope River Cruises From
- NZ$1,944
MS Miguel Torga charts a course from Porto to Régua, Porto Antigo, and back to Porto. This 6-day route covers the Douro Valley's most picturesque sections, featuring stops in Lamego and Guimarães, with guided excursions and local entertainment included.
Duration 6 days Destinations Porto, Peso da Regua, Porto Antigo, Guimaraes Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Ship Miguel Torga River Douro Operator CroisiEurope River Cruises From
- NZ$1,944
MS Fernao de Magalhaes sets sail from Porto at 5:00 PM, visiting Regua and Porto Antigo. The 6-day circuit includes Lamego's heritage sites and Vila Nova de Gaia's wine cellars.
Duration 6 days Destinations Porto, Peso da Regua, Porto Antigo, Guimaraes Age Range up to 99 year olds River Douro Operator CroisiEurope River Cruises From
- NZ$2,010
Duration 11 days Destinations Porto, Entre-os-Rios, Peso da Regua, Vega de Terron, Pocinho, Pinhao Age Range up to 99 year olds Ship Scenic Azure River Douro Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From $10,445
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What people love about Douro Cruises from Porto
- Douro Experience 2026
Beautiful ship, great staff, fantastic food. Staff particularly helpful going above & beyond when my friend became ill & had to go to hospital. Bus drivers great & careful drivers.
- Porto, the Douro valley (Portugal) and Salamanca (Spain) (port-to-port cruise)
Staff were fun, solicitous and helpful. Room on top level wonderful. Meals good. Everything was A-1. Loved the folkloric dances the last night.
What our customers ask about Douro Cruises from Porto
What are the best months to start a Porto Douro tour?
Porto Douro tours are best experienced from April through October. July through September marks the peak season when temperatures reach 86°F (30°C) and vineyards are at their fullest. For those seeking milder weather spring (April-May) and fall (September-October) provide comfortable conditions for exploring Porto and wine tasting activities. A TourRadar traveler shared: "We went in September during harvest season - perfect weather and the excitement of grape picking made it extra special."
What types of activities are included on Porto Douro tours starting in Porto?
Tours combine wine experiences and cultural activities throughout the region. Visitors can expect port wine tastings at historic cellars like Cockburn's walks through Porto's UNESCO sites visits to traditional quintas and chances to learn local crafts like tile painting. The Douro Valley offers opportunities for hiking among the vines and kayaking on the river. As noted by a TourRadar traveler: "Really appreciated the combination of cruising and hiking plus excursions for non-hikers so they weren't neglected."
What's the typical length of Porto Douro river cruises starting in Porto?
Most river cruises run 6-8 days with 8-day trips being the most common. These journeys begin and end in Porto taking passengers through the Douro Valley with stops in Régua Pinhão and Vega de Terron. Ships like the MS Gil Eanes and MS Amalia Rodrigues serve as floating hotels during these week-long wine region explorations. As one TourRadar traveler noted about their CroisiEurope cruise: "Loved the cruise down the Douro beautiful scenery and wonderful staff."
What kind of accommodations can I expect when starting in Porto?
Porto accommodations often start at upscale hotels like the InterContinental Porto or Pestana Vintage Porto Hotel located in the historic Ribeira district. River ships such as the AmaVida and Scenic Azure provide well-appointed cabins between 160-300 square feet many featuring panoramic windows or private balconies. A TourRadar traveler commented: "The MS Douro Cruiser's cabins were incredibly comfortable with amazing river views right from our bed."
What are the must-see attractions during the first days in Porto?
Early days in Porto focus on key sites including the UNESCO-listed historic center São Francisco Church Porto Cathedral and the port wine cellars in Vila Nova de Gaia. Most itineraries include a rabelo boat ride under the Dom Luis I Bridge paired with tastings at established port houses like Graham's or Taylor's. A TourRadar traveler noted: "Starting with the Ribeira district tour and port wine tasting at Graham's was the perfect introduction to Porto's culture."
What's the typical price range for Porto Douro river cruises?
Porto Douro river cruises cost between USD 1050 and USD 10990 per person with daily rates from USD 163 to 1374. Entry-level options like CroisiEurope's 6-day trips start around USD 978. Premium operators such as Scenic offer 8-day all-inclusive experiences for USD 10990 covering premium beverages and exclusive shore excursions. One TourRadar traveler noted: "While not cheap the all-inclusive nature of these cruises with accommodation meals and tours made it great value."
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