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Delightful Douro with Madrid

Ship: Scenic Azure   
Departure: Monday, April 6, 2026
Nights: 11 nights
Departs: Oporto
Returns: Madrid
One Way Trip
One
way trip
Duration
11
Nights
Days at Sea
0
Sea Days
Ports
6
Ports
Countries Visted
2
Countries
  • Itinerary

    Delightful Douro with Madrid

    Ports of call

    To find out more about the itinerary for this cruise, select the itinerary items below.

    Day Date Port of Call Arrival Departure
    1 Monday, April 6, 2026 Oporto, Portugal Embark 04:00 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

    2 Tuesday, April 7, 2026 Oporto, Portugal Overnight 04:00 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

    3 Wednesday, April 8, 2026 Pinhao, Portugal 08:00 AM 04:00 PM
    View of Pinhao, Portugal

    Pinhao is nestled in the heart of Portugal's Douro Valley and is a charming village that is renowned for its stunning vineyards and scenic river views. Located along the banks of the Douro River, Pinhao is a key centre for the region's famed port wine production. The village's picturesque landscapes are dotted with terraced vineyards and historic quintas (wine estates), offering visitors a glimpse into traditional winemaking. Read more about Pinhao, Portugal

    4 Thursday, April 9, 2026 Barca d'Alva, Portugal 08:00 AM 04:00 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

    5 Friday, April 10, 2026 Pocinho, Portugal 08:00 AM 04:00 PM
    6 Saturday, April 11, 2026 Regua, Portugal 08:00 AM 04:00 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

    7 Sunday, April 12, 2026 Oporto, Portugal 08:00 AM 04:00 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

    8 Monday, April 13, 2026 Oporto, Portugal Overnight 04:00 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

    9 Tuesday, April 14, 2026 Madrid, Solomon Islands 08:00 AM 04:00 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, Solomon Islands

    10 Wednesday, April 15, 2026 Madrid, Solomon Islands Overnight 04:00 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, Solomon Islands

    11 Thursday, April 16, 2026 Madrid, Solomon Islands Overnight Disembark

    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, Solomon Islands

  • Ship

    Scenic Azure Overview

    Scenic Azure

    Providing safe, luxurious passage atop the glistening waters of the Douro, Scenic Azure has set a new precedent in luxury river travel since launching in 2016. Meticulously designed and crafted, this custom-built vessel was developed exclusively for use on Portugal’s Douro River. The ship is awash with innovative features, allowing it to traverse this majestic waterway in complete safety while affording the finest luxury travel experience for its 96 guests. Scenic Azure may be shorter than the other ships in the Scenic Spaceship fleet, but what it lacks in length it makes up for in innovative features and supreme levels of comfort. The vessel features 48 cabins housing 96 guests and has a 1:2 crew-to-guest ratio, providing you with a truly intimate and attentive service. Each cabin is perfectly appointed to offer the highest levels of luxury and comfort, and most feature a Scenic Sun Lounge, so you can make the most of the Portuguese sunshine.

  • Cabins

    Scenic Azure Cabins

    Royal Suite

    Royal Suite

    Royal Suite on the Scenic Azure Royal Suite on the Scenic Azure

    Cabin Types

    RP, RB

    At 39 sq. mt./420 sq. mt. this is the largest suite on the ship. Located on the Diamond Deck, both suites enjoy fantastic views of the passing scenery from your private balcony complete with Scenic Sun Lounge. Each Suite has a separate lounge area and a luxurious bathroom offering a separate bath and shower.

    Junior Suite

    Junior Suite

    Junior Suite on the Scenic Azure Junior Suite on the Scenic Azure

    Cabin Types

    RJ, BJ

    These spacious Suites, located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks, have a private full-length balcony complete with a Scenic Sun Lounge and elegant en-suite bathrooms featuring a large vanity basin and shower.

    Balcony Suite

    Balcony Suite

    Balcony Suite on the Scenic Azure Balcony Suite on the Scenic Azure

    Cabin Types

    PA, P, C, BB, B

    Located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks these stylishly decorated suites feature a full-length outdoor balcony with the exclusive Scenic Sun Lounge system and offer private bathrooms with a luxurious vanity basin and shower.

    Standard Suite

    Standard Suite

    Standard Suite on the Scenic Azure Standard Suite on the Scenic Azure

    Cabin Types

    E, D, C1

    Standard Suites are located on the Jewel Deck with large picture windows to ensure a great view. They have a spacious design and clever layout alongside all the usual luxurious amenities and furnishings.Size 16 sq. mt. / 172 sq. ft.

  • Deck Plans

    Scenic Azure Deck Plans

    Legend

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  • Delightful Douro with Madrid

    Cruiseline: Scenic River Ship: Scenic Azure Departure: Monday, April 6, 2026 Nights: 11 nights Departs: Oporto Returns: Madrid

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