Question; Which River in Europe has the most ports?
Answer; The Douro in Portugal- and famous for serving the famous the very potent wine at every stop, so be prepared!
Stunning scenery on this 560 mile waterway which flows from Spain to the Atlantic and is becoming very popular with the Britts but not just because of the drink.
Cruise lines have seen a huge serge in the last 2 years of this particular River titled with them “River Of Gold.”
On a Douro cruise you can visit Baroque palaces and impressive manor houses, look at the beautiful and tranquil landscapes with vineyards stacked up the hillsides and also watch rabelos- which are traditional cargo boats heavily loaded up with casks of port wine.
Riviera Travel are launching the Douro Elegance ship they are also going to be chartering her sister ship Douro Serenity.
How about extending your trip? Riviera offer a four day stay in Lisbon from £399 each this will include excursions with a tour manager.The Douro I have noticed is the fastest selling River Cruise, The Rhine & Danube have always been popular but as passengers have already sampled these itineraries it is now the tour of the Douro, Oporto & Salamanca with Lisbon extension.
- Guided tour of Oporto with a visit to one of the best known port wine sellars
- Scenic cruising through the Douro valley and vineyards
- Full day at Salamanca UNESCO World Heritage
- Medieval village of Castelo Rodrigo
Four Day Extension
- Located in five star hotel with breakfast
- Guided tour of Lisbon with its magnificent squares Baixa and Cathedral
- Visit Sintra and its Royal Palace the summer residence of the Portuguese Monarchy
- Monastery of Jeronimos and its 16th century stonework
- Holy shrine of Fatima- famous for its apparitions
So why not try this area it is one of the most undiscovered river’s see sleepy villages and medieval traditions, and dont forget the fortified wines.
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