S.S. São Gabriel

S.S. São Gabriel sails the Douro River in Portugal and Spain, operating round-trip itineraries from Porto that journey through the heart of the Douro wine country to the Spanish border at Vega de Terrón.

The ship accommodates up to 100 guests across 50 outward-facing staterooms and suites, staffed by an attentive crew of 37 to ensure a high staff-to-guest ratio.

Yes. Guests staying in suites across the entire upper deck receive dedicated butler service, trained to the standards of the Guild of Professional English Butlers.

Yes. She features a heated outdoor plunge pool on the top Sun Deck, accompanied by comfortable sun loungers and panoramic views of the river's terraced hillsides.

Yes. Daily guided excursions, including private quinta wine tastings, guided walking tours of historic villages, and a full-day excursion to Salamanca, are fully included.

Fares are all-inclusive, covering unlimited Portuguese regional wines, local port wines, craft beers, premium spirits, cocktails, soft drinks, speciality coffees, and teas throughout the day.

Cabins and suites feature standard European two-pin 230V sockets (Type C and F) alongside dual US 110V outlets and USB charging points near beds and desks.

Staterooms and suites on the top accommodation deck feature French balconies with electronically lowering glass windows, while lower-deck cabins feature picture windows.

Daytime attire is casual and comfortable for walking along cobblestone streets and vineyard paths. Evening wear is smart casual, with dressier attire common for the Captain’s Welcome and Farewell dinners.

Yes. All onboard and onshore gratuities for shipboard crew, excursion guides, and transport drivers are fully included in the overall cruise fare.