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Douro Delights with Madrid and Lisbon

Ship: MS Estrela   
Departure: Monday, September 27, 2027
Nights: 13 nights
Departs: Madrid
Returns: Lisbon
One Way Trip
One
way trip
Duration
13
Nights
Days at Sea
2
Sea Days
Ports
6
Ports
Countries Visted
2
Countries
  • Itinerary

    Douro Delights with Madrid and Lisbon

    Ports of call

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    Day Date Port of Call Arrival Departure
    1 Monday, September 27, 2027 Madrid, Spain Embark Overnight

    Madrid is the capital and largest city of Spain, located in the heart of the Iberian Peninsula. It is known for its elegant boulevards, expansive parks such as El Retiro, and its rich repositories of European art, including the Prado Museum. Madrid also boasts a lively nightlife, diverse culinary scene, and historical landmarks such as the Royal Palace and Plaza Mayor, making it a major cultural and economic center in Europe. Read more about Madrid, Spain

    2 Tuesday, September 28, 2027 Madrid, Spain 8:00 AM 4:00 PM

    Madrid is the capital and largest city of Spain, located in the heart of the Iberian Peninsula. It is known for its elegant boulevards, expansive parks such as El Retiro, and its rich repositories of European art, including the Prado Museum. Madrid also boasts a lively nightlife, diverse culinary scene, and historical landmarks such as the Royal Palace and Plaza Mayor, making it a major cultural and economic center in Europe. Read more about Madrid, Spain

    3 Wednesday, September 29, 2027 Madrid, Spain 8:00 AM 4:00 PM

    Madrid is the capital and largest city of Spain, located in the heart of the Iberian Peninsula. It is known for its elegant boulevards, expansive parks such as El Retiro, and its rich repositories of European art, including the Prado Museum. Madrid also boasts a lively nightlife, diverse culinary scene, and historical landmarks such as the Royal Palace and Plaza Mayor, making it a major cultural and economic center in Europe. Read more about Madrid, Spain

    4 Thursday, September 30, 2027 Madrid, Spain 4:00 PM

    Madrid is the capital and largest city of Spain, located in the heart of the Iberian Peninsula. It is known for its elegant boulevards, expansive parks such as El Retiro, and its rich repositories of European art, including the Prado Museum. Madrid also boasts a lively nightlife, diverse culinary scene, and historical landmarks such as the Royal Palace and Plaza Mayor, making it a major cultural and economic center in Europe. Read more about Madrid, Spain

    5 Friday, October 1, 2027 Vega Terron, Spain 8:00 AM 4:00 PM

    Vega Terron - aka Vega de Terron, Muelle de Vega Terrón - is a river port located the municipality of La Fregeneda in the province of Salamanca. The new Vega Terrón dock is so named to distinguish it from the old pier built around 1860 to transport goods, mainly agricultural products on the Douro River. Read more about Vega Terron, Spain

    6 Saturday, October 2, 2027 Barca d'Alva, Portugal 8:00 AM 4:00 PM
    View of Barca d'Alva, Portugal

    Barca d'Alva is a picturesque village in northeastern Portugal, is nestled along the Douro River near the Spanish border. This tranquil hamlet is part of the Douro International Natural Park, offering stunning landscapes of terraced vineyards and rugged cliffs. Barca d'Alva is a gateway for river cruises exploring the Douro Valley, renowned for its port wine production. Read more about Barca d'Alva, Portugal

    7 Sunday, October 3, 2027 Regua, Portugal 8:00 AM Overnight
    View of Regua, Portugal

    Regua, formally known as Peso da Regua, is a charming town located in the heart of Portugal's Douro Valley, renowned for its viticulture and wine production. Positioned along the Douro River, Regua serves as a central hub for the port wine industry. The town boasts a rich cultural heritage with attractions like the Douro Museum, which showcases the region's wine-making history. Read more about Regua, Portugal

    8 Monday, October 4, 2027 Regua, Portugal 4:00 PM
    View of Regua, Portugal

    Regua, formally known as Peso da Regua, is a charming town located in the heart of Portugal's Douro Valley, renowned for its viticulture and wine production. Positioned along the Douro River, Regua serves as a central hub for the port wine industry. The town boasts a rich cultural heritage with attractions like the Douro Museum, which showcases the region's wine-making history. Read more about Regua, Portugal

    9 Tuesday, October 5, 2027 Entre Os Rios, Portugal
    10 Wednesday, October 6, 2027 Oporto, Portugal 8:00 AM 4:00 PM
    View of Oporto, Portugal

    Oporto - aka Porto - is Portugal's second city and capital of the region. It is located in the estuary of the Douro river in northern Portugal and is considered the economic and cultural heart of the entire region. Ribeira, the historic Centre of Oporto has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Read more about Oporto, Portugal

    11 Thursday, October 7, 2027 Lisbon, Portugal 8:00 AM Overnight
    View of Lisbon, Portugal

    Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, lies in the western Iberian Peninsula aside the Atlantic Ocean and the Tagus River. As one of the oldest cities in the world, it is rich in Romanesque, Gothic, Baroque, Modern and Post-Modern constructions. The city is also crossed by historical boulevards and monuments along the main thoroughfares. Read more about Lisbon, Portugal

    12 Friday, October 8, 2027 Lisbon, Portugal 4:00 PM
    View of Lisbon, Portugal

    Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, lies in the western Iberian Peninsula aside the Atlantic Ocean and the Tagus River. As one of the oldest cities in the world, it is rich in Romanesque, Gothic, Baroque, Modern and Post-Modern constructions. The city is also crossed by historical boulevards and monuments along the main thoroughfares. Read more about Lisbon, Portugal

    13 Saturday, October 9, 2027 Sintra, Portugal
    14 Sunday, October 10, 2027 Lisbon, Portugal 8:00 AM Disembark
    View of Lisbon, Portugal

    Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, lies in the western Iberian Peninsula aside the Atlantic Ocean and the Tagus River. As one of the oldest cities in the world, it is rich in Romanesque, Gothic, Baroque, Modern and Post-Modern constructions. The city is also crossed by historical boulevards and monuments along the main thoroughfares. Read more about Lisbon, Portugal

  • Ship

    MS Estrela Overview

    MS Estrela

    MS Estrela – follow the sun through Portugal's vineyard-lined valleys

    MS Estrela offers an immersive journey through the heart of Portugal's Douro Valley, where terraced vineyards, historic villages and celebrated wine regions create one of Europe's most distinctive river cruising experiences. Purpose-built for the Douro River, she combines contemporary comfort with a relaxed atmosphere that reflects the warmth and character of the region.

    With spacious public areas, attentive service and a strong connection to the landscapes beyond, MS Estrela provides a rewarding way to discover Portugal's rich culture, cuisine and winemaking heritage.

  • Cabins

    MS Estrela Cabins

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    Cabin Types

    A

    Size: 14.6 sq. ft - 18 sq. ft

    FRENCH BALCONY

    FRENCH BALCONY

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    Cabin Types

    P, C, B

    Size: 14.6 sq. ft - 18 sq. ft

    RIVERVIEW

    RIVERVIEW

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    Cabin Types

    E, D

    Size: 13.4 sq. ft - 15.6 sq. ft

  • Deck Plans

    MS Estrela Deck Plans

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  • Douro Delights with Madrid and Lisbon

    Cruiseline: APT Ship: MS Estrela Departure: Monday, September 27, 2027 Nights: 13 nights Departs: Madrid Returns: Lisbon

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