Douro ValleyRiver Cruise,Portugal

Portugal

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£2002

5 nights in Portugal

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Your own room guaranteed

Fly from local airports

100% solo travellers

What to expect

All Inclusive River Cruise

Your own cabin with panoramic views

Sightseeing

Explore the sights of Porto & Afurada

On-board Entertainment

Live folk performance & gala dinner

Optional Excursions

Guimarães, Lamego & Quinta do Tedo

About this trip...

Climb aboard an unforgettable cruise through Portugal's magnificent Douro Valley, where each port of call brings new discoveries. Beginning in the vibrant city of Porto—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—you'll cruise through dramatic vine-terraced landscapes to Régua, heart of the famous wine region. Along the way, explore the baroque splendour of Lamego, the medieval streets of Guimarães, and the charming fishing village of Afurada. Breathtaking scenery, rich history, and genuine Portuguese warmth await at every turn.

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What's this?

What's included?

LGW Gatwick/Oporto & transfers
Main Deck Sole Occupancy Cabin
All Inclusive
Official welcome from the captain and crew
Accompanying Solos Tour Leader
Fully Financially Protected

What's extra:

Regional flights - prices available on request
Cabin upgrade – prices available on request
Shore excursions
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Itinerary

Porto, Portugal
Porto - Regua
Regua - Porto Antigo
Porto Antigo – Porto
Porto - Guimarães – Porto
Porto, Portugal

What you'll be doing

Day One: Arrival into Porto

Landing at Porto Airport, Solos guests are welcome to board the ship at 17:00pm. After comfortably settling into our cabins, we meet the crew for a welcome cocktail before dinner. In the evening, we can enjoy an optional excursion by coach to see Porto by night.

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PORTO PANORAMIC TOUR

See Porto at its most atmospheric on an evening panoramic tour by coach. You'll wind through the city's UNESCO-listed historic centre—its ancient districts glowing after dark—before stopping at the stunning São Bento railway station, where the famous azulejo tile panels line every wall. A beautiful introduction to one of Europe's most characterful cities.

Price before departure: £32 (£36 on board)

Day Two: Porto – Regua, Portugal

This morning will be spent cruising. After that, you're free to join us on an optional excursion for a guided tour of Lamego.

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Classic Guided tour of Lamego | 4 hours

From Régua, head by coach to the charming town of Lamego for a guided tour on foot. The highlight is the iconic Nossa Senhora dos Remédios Sanctuary—a baroque masterpiece whose sweeping white façade dominates a dramatic staircase of 686 steps, adorned with azulejo tiles and climbing high above the city. The views over the surrounding mountains are breathtaking. A genuinely spectacular stop. We then return on board in Regua.

PLEASE NOTE: Good walking shoes are recommended. The order of the visits can change. Times are approximate. Please dress appropriately to visit the sanctuary.
Price £62

Day Three: Regua - Porto Antigo, Portugal

This morning's optional excursion takes you to the Douro Museum before heading to a stunning quinta estate for wine and olive oil tasting. The afternoon is yours to enjoy from the sun deck as the valley drifts by.

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CLASSIC / DISCOVERY The Douro Museum and olive oil and wine tasting in a quinta

This tour will begin on foot, accompanied by our onboard host or hostess. The first stop is the Douro Museum to learn about the rich history and winemaking heritage in the region. Afterwards, we'll leave by coach for the Quinta do Tedo, a magnificent 18th-century estate that offers dramatic views of rivers on both sides of the terraced hill. We'll visit the estate and enjoy a tasting of its wine and olive oil.*

Price before departure £53 (£59 on board)
PLEASE NOTE: *Alcohol can be harmful to your health. Please drink in moderation. If not available, we visit another quinta. The order of the visits can change. Times are approximate.

Day Four: Porto Antigo – Porto, Portugal

We'll spend the morning cruising. This afternoon, why not join us on the optional excursions proposed. This evening is free to do as we please.

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CLASSIC: Guided tour of Porto

We'll head into Porto's historic centre by coach, beginning with St. Francis Church—one of the most symbolic buildings in the city, just steps from the Douro riverbank. Next, we'll explore Bolsa Palace, a striking neoclassical mansion at the heart of the old town, taking in the ornate state rooms where official receptions are still held today. We'll finish at an azulejo tile workshop—a chance to get up close with Portugal's most iconic art form, with its centuries of history told through ceramic.of the visits can change. Times are approximate.

Price before departure: £72 (£80 on board)

DISCOVERY: Touring Porto via tram and visiting the Tram Museum

We'll head from Vila Nova de Gaia into downtown Porto by coach, where we'll board one of the city's historic trams for a scenic ride to the mouth of the Douro. Along the way, we'll stop at the Museu do Carro Eléctrico—a fascinating tram museum housed in a former power plant, tracing the city's transport history from horse-drawn carriages to the last trams of the 1960s. We'll round off the excursion with a tasting of local specialities before returning to the ship.

PLEASE NOTE: Times are approximate. The order of the visits can change. Good walking shoes are recommended. *Alcohol can be harmful to your health. Please drink in moderation.
Price before departure: £113 (£125 on board)

Day 5: Porto - Guimarães – Porto

We enjoy time at leisure this morning to discover Porto at our own pace. This afternoon, you can join us for the optional excursions proposed. Tonight's our gala evening and dinner followed by traditional folk entertainment.

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CLASSIC: Tour of Guimarães | 4 hours

From Porto, we'll travel by coach to Guimarães—widely considered the birthplace of Portugal and one of the country's most rewarding medieval towns. Our guided walking tour takes in the Nossa Senhora de Oliveira Church, a landmark at the heart of the old town, before heading to the Palace of the Dukes of Bragança—a commanding medieval estate whose architecture tells the story of Portugal's earliest ruling dynasty. The medieval centre itself is a pleasure to explore, its cobbled lanes and centuries-old plazas remarkably well preserved. At the end of our visit, we'll return on board in Porto.

PLEASE NOTE: The Palace of the Dukes of Guimarães is currently undergoing renovation work. Guided tours of the interior are still taking place as scheduled, although some rooms are temporarily closed to the public.
Wear comfortable, sturdy walking shoes. The order of the visits can change. Times are approximate.
Price before departure: £55 (£61 on board)

CLASSIC: Quaint Afurada | 4 hours

From Porto, we'll head by coach to the mouth of the Douro and the charming fishing village of Afurada. A world away from the city, its colourful backstreets and unhurried pace make it one of the valley's most authentic stops. We'll visit the Afurada Heritage Interpretive Centre, where exhibits bring the village's fishing traditions and way of life vividly to life, before enjoying free time to explore independently—and sample some of the freshest seafood you'll find anywhere in Portugal. We then return to the ship.

PLEASE NOTE: Alcohol can be harmful to your health. Please drink in moderation. The order of the visits can change. Times are approximate.
Price before departure: £79 (£87 on board)

Day Six: Porto, Portugal

Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9.00 a.m.

Accommodation

MS Miguel Torga

Welcome Aboard

All-inclusive - With our all-inclusive cruises, you benefit from full board throughout the cruise with drinks included with meals and at the bar (excluding premium brands and special wine list); entertainment on board; daily shore excursions and audio phones; and free Wi-Fi.

The fine French gastronomy on board is an asset of our company. The meals are created by our head chef, Alain Bohn, member of the esteemed French association Maîtres Cuisiniers de France, which includes only 250 chefs from all over the world, and the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs since 2013. With his team of chefs, he creates each of the menus in the pure tradition of French gastronomy while bringing out the local tastes and flavours of the regions and countries crossed. Our wines are selected to accompany each of your meals. We adapt our menus for people with allergies or who are following a specific diet. Enjoy breakfast buffet-style in the restaurant between fixed times, and lunch and dinner in one sitting.

Choice of excursions - Choose between the “Classic” excursions which highlight the must-sees of the destination, combining culture, architecture and history, and the “Discovery” excursions which offer unusual tours, tastings of local products, helicopter tours and so much more.

The sun deck of each ship offers an exceptional panoramic view of the landscapes throughout your cruise. The lounge / bar is open at all times, a convivial place where you can meet your friends, participate in entertainment, themed evenings and shows.

Facilities Include

Built and inaugurated in 2017, this ship highlights the famous wines and architecture of Porto. The burgundy color, blond wood and black steel rims remind us of Port wine and its barrels. The riveted steel structures and the photos at reception refer to the architecture of the Eiffel bridge which gives the heart of the city its special character.

Large windows allow you to enjoy the landscapes from the restaurant or from your cabin. The restaurant is located at the front of the main deck and the lounge / bar at the front of the middle deck. The cabins are spread over 3 decks: cabins with French balconies are on the middle and upper decks. A swimming pool and sun loungers provide a maximum comfort on the sun deck.

Room Includes

TV, Telephone (for internal calls only), Bathroom with shower and toilet, Towels, Safe,Independent air-conditioning, Electricity 220V, Wi-Fi

Please note that there is no laundry service on board the ship.

Dates & Prices

Departure	Return	Nights	Price from	Other Info	Regional flights
27 Mar 2027	1 Apr 2027	5	£2002		Please call for regional flights

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Essential Information

What Your On Board Package Includes

To ensure the enjoyment of your cruise, CroisiEurope has opted for the 'fully inclusive' package which includes a number of advantages in the cruise prices: Accommodation in double cabins; Full Board Cruise from lunch or dinner on day 1 to breakfast buffet or lunch on the last day (depending on the chosen cruise programme).

All our meals are served in one service. Breakfast is buffet style, and lunch and dinner are served at the table. Drinks (unless stated otherwise in the cruise program, under "These prices do not include".) The drinks included in the package are those provided by CroisiEurope and consumed as part of the meals taken aboard the boat, as well as in the bar (with the exception of the special bar card and wine list).

Meal Schedule:

Breakfast: Typically served from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., sometimes starting at 7:00 a.m., depending on the itinerary.
Lunch: Usually served around noon.
Dinner: Typically served at 7:30 p.m.

Important Notes:

Flexibility:

Dining times can be adjusted slightly to accommodate excursions or other activities.

All-inclusive:

Meals, drinks during meals, and drinks at the bar are generally included in the cruise price.

One Service:

The dining room can accommodate all passengers at the same time, so there's just one seating for lunch and dinner.

Menu:

Lunch and dinner menus are usually published at the reception area, and alternative dishes can often be arranged.

WI-FI access; Port taxes.

On Board Assistance

If there is no Solos Host on board you will be looked by the onboard multi-lingual host/hostess

Language's on Board

Official languages on board : French and English.

Embarkation/Disembarkation

Boarding and check-in on the ship will be indicated on your boarding pass provided in your travel log (after booking). We ask that you respect this schedule. The ship itself is held to respect the schedules of navigation envisaged for the route, in order to respect the program of navigation throughout the cruise. If you arrive earlier in the day, you can generally leave most of your luggage on board our ships.

Your agent can also inform our ships that you will be arriving earlier, when booking. At the end of the cruise, the landing is usually scheduled for 9:00 am for all passengers. In the event that we are responsible for your transfer to the airport, we will ensure that you arrive in time for your flight and connections. At the end of the cruise, the landing is usually scheduled for 9:00 am for all passengers.

In the event that we are responsible for your transfer to the airport, we will ensure that you arrive in time for your flight and connections.

How to pay on board?

CroisiEurope only accepts euros on board the boats. We do not accept sterling, US dollars or any other currency. We do not accept travelers checks on board. Make sure you get euros before boarding, which will allow you to pay for all your purchases. CroisiEurope accepts American Express, Visa and MasterCard. You may wish to contact your bank or the company that issued your credit card to warn them that you are departing on holiday.

Special Diets and Allergies

Please inform us at the time of your booking whether you require a special diet or suffer from allergies. We can then inform CroisiEurope.

Gala Evening: a tradition and a must!

The gala evening is a long-awaited tradition in the world of cruising. This is the night we like to dress up, although no dress code is imposed. The crew all in their dress uniform, are presented to the passengers who are invited have a pre-dinner drink with the captain in the company of the purser, and the head chef. That evening, the chef serves a banquet paying a special tribute to the world of French gastronomy and the experience of CroisiEurope’s chefs in these matters. Dancing follows this gala dinner in the lounge bar.

Wi-Fi on Board: Stay connected

All the company's European fleet are equipped with free Wi-Fi for passengers. This internet connection is available in all lounges / bars and receptions. The Wi-Fi is free to use. For passengers who do not have computer equipment, we have equipped each boat with a touch pad that can be lent to them when needed.

Dress Code

During the day, you will be more comfortable in a casual outfit. We advise you to bring clothes that do not wrinkle, or that can easily be transported because there are no ironing facilities on board our fleet. Remember to dress according to the weather, the season and the environment of your cruise e.g light suits and swimsuits for warm weather; sweater or jacket for cooler weather; sweatshirt, rain gear and small umbrella.

Do not forget to bring comfortable walking shoes in your suitcase. They will be very useful during excursions! Regarding dinners, cocktails and galas, it is advisable to dress up a little more without the need, for gentlemen, necessarily to wear a jacket and tie. Finally, on any excursion, when you visit places of worship, make sure to opt for an appropriate outfit, neither too light nor too undressed, so as not to be prohibited entry.

Gratuities

Tipping habits vary from country and culture. At CroisiEurope, they are collected centrally in a box at reception at the end of the stay and shared equally between all members of the crew. This token from our passengers shows that they appreciated the quality of the services and the attention they received during the cruise at all levels. How much should I leave? A tip between £5 and £10 per day per person is an average, but each passenger is, of course, free to give what they want.

An envelope is deposited for this purpose in your cabin during your last evening on board. Slip it in the box provided for this purpose at the reception before disembarking.

Safety on Board

All our ships are certified Bureau Veritas. Life jackets and life buoy are located in your cabins as well as on the sun deck. During the presentation of the crew, all safety instructions will be provided. For safety reasons, it is forbidden to smoke on board any of our fleet as it is a closed environment. However, smokers are invited to go to the sun deck, where ashtrays are provided.

What's Not Included

Drinks from the special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers - cancellation and baggage insurance - optional excursions (must be reserved and paid for on board or at travel agency) - personal expenses - the concert of Viennese music.

What is Included

Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day - onboard drinks included (except for drinks from speciality lists) - sole-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom - assistance from the onboard multi-lingual host/hostess - welcome cocktail - gala dinner - onboard entertainment - travel assistance and repatriation insurance - all port fees.

Shore Excursions

Excursions can be booked at the time of booking the cruise, until up to one week before departure or on board the boat. Reservations made before the departure of a package of complete excursions or ‘excursions à la carte’ are at a discounted price compared to reservations made on board. It is possible to choose between two excursion formulas according to the tastes and desires: the "classic package" or the "discovery" package".

In the discovery package all the excursions are brand new and give a different and more energized point of view on the proposed destinations. If the classics are rather "piano", the dynamics are "allegro" with unusual visits. These excursions although sportier still remain accessible to the greatest number of passengers. However, all discoveries are customizable.

Each passenger is free to choose one or the other formula when booking before or during the cruise and can mix "classic" and "discovery" for the excursions ‘à la carte’ only.

Travel Requirements

To travel with CroisiEurope you will need to bring a valid national identity card or passport. Depending on the destination, make sure you have an up-to-date passport. This must be valid for at least six months after the date of your landing. Visas may be necessary for distant destinations.

From the 12^th October 2025 the EU is introducing a new European Entry System (EES) that will be phased in and fully operational by the 10^th April 2026. Non-EU nationals including British passport holders will now be required to complete biometric checks on arrival and exit to Schengen countries, which will include facial recognition and fingerprints. There is no cost for this, and no action needs to be taken prior to departure.

Medical Requirements

All passengers shall ensure that they are medically and physically fit to undertake a trip. No medical services are offered aboard the ship.

Reduced mobility: adapted cabins

CroisiEurope welcomes passengers with reduced mobility and endeavors to facilitate their access to both the facilities on board and on the available excursions. Before booking, the company requires passengers with reduced mobility to mention their specific needs. People with reduced mobility or have trouble getting around can benefit from adapted cabins.

Our ships with 2 decks, meanwhile, are well thought-out in terms of layout, so common facilities (restaurant, lounge bar, reception) on one level: the main deck, which also has cabins. Some of our excursions can cause difficulties for people with reduced mobility (walking for several hours, destabilizing floor coverings, elevation, etc.), participation in some excursions and travel is subject to the sufficient mobility of the passenger. With the help of https://www.specialneedsatsea.com/ we may be able to arrange further assistance on request.

Electric Voltage

The voltage on board is 220V.

Cabins

All cabins are located above the water level and offer panoramic views of the landscape thanks to large windows or portholes (depending on the boat or deck.) They are all equipped with toilet, shower and washbasin. Towels, shower gel and shampoo are provided. Very comfortable, they have many amenities: flat screen television, hairdryer, safe and plenty of storage space. Depending on the the ship, our cabins have 2 twin beds, a large bed or 2 separable beds. Our cabins are air conditioned and have a thermostat to adjust the temperature of heating and air conditioning.

Permissions

WhatsApp Group: Shortly before your holiday, you will be invited to join an optional WhatsApp group to connect with your fellow travellers and your Tour Leader. If you choose to join the WhatsApp group, you’re consenting to your phone number being visible to other travellers. Photos or messages may be shared within the group. Solos may use group content for marketing purposes. You can opt out at any time by emailing: [email protected].

If you would prefer not to join the WhatsApp group, you can simply meet the group on your first day instead. Please note, if you have not received an email within 24 hours of departure, we recommend you check your email junk folder. Upon the conclusion of your holiday, please be informed that we will close your specific holiday WhatsApp group. Therefore, we recommend making personal arrangements with those you wish to stay in touch with before the holiday concludes.

Photo Permissions: At the beginning of your trip, your Tour Leader will ask if you would be happy to sign a photo permission form. This means that any photographs taken during your holiday can be used by Solos to share what the Solos experience is all about. It also means you have lots of memories to go home with! Details will be given at your welcome meeting

Passport, Visa & Entry Requirements

To enter Portugal or Madeira your passport must meet 2 requirements. It must be:

less than 10 years old on the day you enter (check the ‘date of issue’)
valid for at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave (check the ‘expiry date’)

Check both the issue date and the expiry date in your passport. If you renewed your passport early, extra months may have been added to its expiry date. This could affect the requirement for your passport to be less than 10 years old.

A visa is not required by holders of passports endorsed “British Citizen” for stays of upto 90 days in any 180-day period. Please note that stays in other EU countries counts towards this 90 day period. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have the correct visa, a valid passport and any other travel documents for your holiday.

All information provided relates to British citizens who hold or are entitled to apply for a British passport. For the most up-to-date visa information please visit; Portugal Foreign Advice

If you are not a British citizen and do not hold a British passport, you must make your own enquiries as to the applicable requirements.

Health Requirements

Compulsory vaccinations: None.

All clients are responsible for acquainting themselves with up to date health information of the countries being visited and where necessary take the required precautions. We recommend that you check with your doctor prior to departure as this information can change. You can also visit the travel health website for more information; Travel Health Portugal

Currency

Euro