Terms & Conditions

All fares are displayed in Great British Pound, and pricing is per person based on twin share occupancy unless stated otherwise. Although all due care is taken to keep information as up-to-date as possible, pricing and availability are subject to change without notice: due to varying timing schedules of supplier automated update processes; currency fluctuations; fuel surcharges or government tax & fee changes and may not be guaranteed until paid in full. Gratuities may be an additional onboard charge depending on particular cruise line selected. Please ask your cruise consultant for any clarification of Terms & Conditions.

Overview

Pricing is based on departure date 23rd Nov 2025

Plan in advance and take advantage of latest offers with wide range of dates available.

Highlights:

Includes Flights from London

Drinks: Unlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, specialty coffee and tea, soft drinks and mineral water.

Gratuities are included.

Get Free Internet and Wi-Fi access.

Exclusive members savings on Pre & Post Hotel Accommodation, Shore Excursions, Tours and Transfers.  

Cruise Overview:

An extraordinary journey designed for culturally curious travelers.

As you follow the Douro River through Portugal and into Spain, you’ll cruise past steeply terraced hillsides, quaint villages and acres of ripe vineyards. Enjoy private tastings of Port. Explore Porto’s historic Ribeira district, home to iconic rabelo boats, cutting-edge cuisine and a thriving art scene. Wind your way through the dramatic landscapes of the UNESCO-designated Douro Valley, heading ashore to visit charming quintas and meet the winemakers who operate them. In Salamanca, Spain, you’ll see the city’s famous university. Return to Portugal with a visit to the fortified village of Castelo Rodrigo and historic Guimarães. There’s no better way to discover Europe’s best-kept secret than this scenic and all-inclusive river cruise! 

Itinerary highlights

Ship: S.S. São Gabriel

Cabin: Classic Madeira Deck

Sail Date: 23rd Nov 2025

Duration: 07 Nights

DAY 1: PORTO

Arrive in Porto, the port city at the mouth of the Douro.

DAY 2: RÉGUA, PINHÃO

Today is all about wine, which has been cultivated in the Douro River Valley since ancient Roman times. Get a crash course on the history of Port during your visit to the Douro Museum. Later, partake in a choice of excursions, including a tasting at a prestigious Port wine estate or a vineyard hike with a wine tasting at a local quinta.

In the evening, a special Captain’s Welcome Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you.

DAY 3: REGUA, POCINHO, VEGA DE TERRÓN

Go medieval today at Castelo Rodrigo, both the name of a hilltop castle as well as the village that surrounds it. The view from the top is incredible and the village is a charming place to ramble, relax and replenish. Alternatively, lace up your hiking boots and unleash your inner Indiana Jones with an up-close gander at some prehistoric carvings at an archaeological park. 

DAY 4: VEGA DE TERRÓN (SALAMANCA), BARCA D’ALVA  

Today, you can visit the historic university town of Salamanca—the “Golden City”—famous for its sand-colored buildings and abundance of churches. Feel the centuries fall away as your ship winds its way through the pristine, dramatic UNESCO-protected landscapes of the Douro River Valley. 

DAY 5: BARCA D’ALVA, RÉGUA

Head ashore for a choice of excursions, including a tasting at a prestigious Port wine estate or a vineyard hike with a wine tasting at a local quinta.

DAY 6: RÉGUA, PORTO (BRAGA)

Discover the oldest town in Portugal today on a visit to Braga, where 2,000 years of history mingle with a youthful modern culture.

DAY 7: PORTO

Portugal’s second city (after Lisbon), Porto gave its name to the nation’s most famous export, Port wine, and to the nation itself. Today, choose to explore Portugal on foot or by panoramic drive.

In the evening, a special Captain’s Farewell Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you

DAY 8: PORTO (DISEMBARK) 

If your cruise/tour package includes a group departure transfer or if you have purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to Porto Airport for your flight home. 

What's included?

Dining:

All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients

Welcome and Farewell Dinners

Unlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, specialty coffee and tea, soft drinks and mineral water

Excursions:

6 days of excursions, all fully hosted by English-speaking local experts

Guided “Do as the Locals Do” program

State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio-headset system on all excursions

Accommodation:

7-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the chic S.S. São Gabriel

Beautifully appointed riverview staterooms and suites with hotel-style beds, draped in fine linens with a choice of pillows

Free Internet and Wi-Fi access

Experiences

2 countries: Portugal & Spain

Multiple UNESCO World Heritage sites

Services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager

Gratuities for onboard personnel (ship staff, crew, Cruise/Tour Manager) are included during the cruise/tour

Captivating onboard local entertainment

Your Ship: S.S. São Gabriel

S.S. São Gabriel is the newest ship on the Douro river. Designed to embody the beautiful Douro River Valley region, this ship will offer more lavishly appointed suites than the Queen Isabel and bring the destination to life through its décor and delectable food and wine. Butler service will be added onboard, giving guests the option to dine at any time they’d like while enjoying the ship

Itinerary

Enquire Now!