ALL SAILINGS GUARANTEED
10 Days Lisbon/Porto
from $1799 land/cruise only
YOUR TRAVEL VALUE INCLUDES
- Scheduled transatlantic flights and airport transfers in Lisbon on day 2 and Porto on day 11 when Brendan issues the airline tickets
- Two nights hotel accommodation in Lisbon including breakfast daily
- Seven nights deluxe cruise accommodation in outside cabin with hotel-style beds
- Superb dining with all meals included while cruising
- Captain's Farewell Dinner
- Sightseeing as detailed in the itinerary
- Special highlights including local entertainment and enriching lectures
- Services of a professional Cruise Manager throughout your cruise
- On board facilities including a sauna, spa, beauty salon, and souvenir shop
- All English language on board in a non-smoking environment (smoking only on the Sun Deck)
- All local taxes
- Brendan flight bag and portfolio of travel documents
ITINERARY
- Day 2, Fri. ARRIVE IN LISBON, PORTUGAL. at Lisbon Upon arrival in Lisbon, you will be met and transferred to the hotel. The balance of the day is free.
- Day 3, Sat. LISBON. at Lisbon A guided tour of Lisbon takes you to one of the most historical districts of the city, Belem, to see the Belem Tower, a fortress that kept careful watch over the great navigators who left Portugal to seek their fortunes elsewhere. Relive the opulence of former times with visits to the Royal Coaches Museum and the 16th-century ornate Church of the Jerónimos Monastery. (B)
- Day 4, Sun. LISBON / COIMBRA / PORTO. at Coimbra Leaving Lisbon, stop in Coimbra, Portugal's third largest city. Learn about this historic town, known as the birthplace of six of Portugal's kings and home to one of the oldest universities in Europe. Enjoy lunch in a local pousada, a family-run restaurant, before continuing on to Porto to board your river cruise ship, the lovely Douro Queen. (B,L,D)
- Day 5, Mon. PORTO / BITETOS. at Bitetos The “City of Bridges” is Portugal's second largest city. Its charm stems from its dramatic position above the river, with gabled houses, hilly medieval lanes, arcaded buildings and baroque churches. A tour features the medieval city center and views of the Romanesque Cathedral. Then sail to Bitetos and dine in the former 14th-century Benedictine Monastery of Alpendurada. Sip a Port wine cocktail on the monastery's terrace, enjoying the views of the river valley below. (B,L,D)
- Day 6, Tue. RÉGUA / LAMEGO EXCURSION. at Lamego Take in the breathtaking scenery of the Douro Valley. In the afternoon, tour enchanting Lamego, and see the 18th-century pilgrimage church, Nossa Senhora dos Remedios, and an 11th-century castle. (B,L,D)
- Day 7, Wed. PINHÃO / BARCA D’ALVA. at Barca d'Alva This morning, enjoy some free time in Pinhão, a center for port wine production. Later, cruise to Barca d’Alva for the night. (B,L,D)
- Day 8, Thu. VEGA DE TERRÓN / SALAMANCA, SPAIN EXCURSION. at Salamanca Disembark in Vega de Terrón and coach to the charming Spanish city of Salamanca. A walking tour winds through the narrow cobblestone streets and past beautiful plazas. Visit the 12th-century Cathedral Vieja and the 13th-century university. Enjoy lunch at one of the city's restaurants before returning to the ship. (B,L,D)
- Day 9, Fri. VEGA DE TERRÓN / FIGUEIRA DE CASTELO RODRIGO / PINHÃO. at Pinhao Visit the small medieval town of Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo. See the 12th-century parish church and more in this charming village. In the evening, visit the Vintage House and Wine Academy for an informative lecture by an expert on the intricacies of Port, and indulge in some of the celebrated beverage. (B,L,D)
- Day 10, Sat. PINHÃO / RÉGUA / VILA REAL / PORTO. at Vila Real Travel to Vila Real or the “Royal Village,” founded by King Alfonso III in the 13th century, and famous for its grand manor houses. Visit Mateus Palace and Gardens, a perfect example of Baroque architecture. (B,L,D)
- Day 11, Sun. DEPART PORTO. Disembark and transfer to the airport for your flight home. (CB)
| Departs On | Returns On | Cruise Price |
| July 17, 2008 | July 27, 2008 | $2,579.00 |
| July 24, 2008 | August 3, 2008 | $2,579.00 |
| July 31, 2008 | August 10, 2008 | $2,579.00 |
| August 7, 2008 | August 17, 2008 | $2,579.00 |
| August 14, 2008 | August 24, 2008 | $2,579.00 |
| August 21, 2008 | August 31, 2008 | $2,579.00 |
| August 28, 2008 | September 7, 2008 | $2,799.00 |
| September 4, 2008 | September 14, 2008 | $2,799.00 |
| September 11, 2008 | September 21, 2008 | $2,799.00 |
| September 18, 2008 | September 28, 2008 | $2,799.00 |
| September 25, 2008 | October 5, 2008 | $2,799.00 |
| October 2, 2008 | October 12, 2008 | $2,799.00 |
| October 9, 2008 | October 19, 2008 | $2,799.00 |
| October 16, 2008 | October 26, 2008 | $2,579.00 |
| October 23, 2008 | November 2, 2008 | $2,579.00 |
| October 30, 2008 | November 9, 2008 | $2,099.00 |
| November 6, 2008 | November 16, 2008 | $1,899.00 |
| November 13, 2008 | November 23, 2008 | $1,799.00 |
*Savings are cruise only, based on select new 2009 river cruises booked and deposited by September 30, 2008. Cabin upgrades are available at an additional cost. Port taxes from $84 - $168 per person are additional. Valid on new bookings only. Not valid for groups. Ask about our low international airfares. Other restrictions apply. Savings on select cruises include: Book and deposit by September 30, 2008 and save $150 per person ($300 per cabin) or Book and pay in full by September 30, 2008 and save $300 per person ($600 per cabin). Save $150 or $300 per person on: Casltes along the Rhine, Enchanting Danube, Paris & Normandy, Burgundy & Provence, Douro Valley, Paris & Europe River Romance, Danube Holiday Markets, European Holiday Markets, Parisian Winter Holiday and Imperial Russia. Book and deposit by September 30, 2008 and save $250 per person ($500 per cabin) or book and pay in full by September 30, 2008 and save $500 per person ($1000 per cabin). Save $250 or $500 per person on: Legendary Rhine & Moselle, European Serenade, Eastern European Explorer, European Jewels, Grand France. Book and pay in full 10 months in advance and save up to 7.5% on: Best of Egypt, Wonders of Egypt, Egyptian Voyager, Highlights of China, and China Discovery.
