4★ Europe A Journey along the Golden River

A Journey along the Golden River – Onboard Viva Porto Mirante

9 Nights

Meals as per itinerary

Departures between 31/05/2027 and 31/05/2027

Child max age: 17

Porto ➤ Leverinho ➤ Folgosa ➤ Pocinho ➤ Vega Terrón ➤ Pocinho ➤ Pinhão ➤ Régua ➤ Leverinho ➤ Porto

from £2,829 / per person

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Description

Experience the beauty of Portugal’s enchanting Douro Valley on this 9-night holiday, featuring a 2-night stay in Porto followed by a luxurious 7-night all-inclusive cruise aboard the elegant Viva Porto Mirante. Sail through breathtaking vineyard landscapes and charming riverside towns including Régua, Pinhão, Pocinho and Vega Terrón, while enjoying gourmet dining, premium drinks, complimentary Wi-Fi, onboard minibar and exceptional service throughout.

Price Includes

Return flights from Dublin to Porto
Airport taxes and security charges included
20kg of checked luggage per person
2 nights pre stay in a 4* Porto hotel, Bed and Breakfast
7 nights onboard the Viva Porto Mirante in chosen cabin
Welcome sparkling wine in the cabin
Full board with breakfast buffet, lunch, dinner (multi-course gourmet menus served at the table) and snacks with free choice of table and flexible meal times
All day high quality, cold and hot non-alcoholic drinks, as well as a select choice of alcoholic beverages
Well-stocked minibar in the cabin
Exclusive beauty products from RITUALS
Complimentary Wi-Fi on board
High Tea: selection of homemade scones with clotted cream and jam, sandwiches, cupcakes, chocolates, macarons, exclusive teas and other treats (once per trip).
Tips for the whole crew

Leading price (£) shown based on 2 people sharing an Double Emerald Deck. Other cabins available, please check availability.

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Accommodation

A Journey along the Golden River – Onboard Viva Porto Mirante

Launched in 2024, the stylish Viva Porto Mirante has been specially designed for cruising the beautiful Douro River. With just 120 guests accommodated in 60 comfortable outside cabins, it offers an intimate and relaxing river cruise experience. On board, guests can enjoy two restaurants, a panoramic lounge and bar, a modern fitness room, onboard boutique, and a spacious sun deck with a pool and loungers. The ship is fully air-conditioned, and an elevator serves all passenger decks (except the sun deck). Diamond and Ruby Deck cabins feature French balconies with wonderful river views, while Emerald Deck cabins have large picture windows. All cabins include a flat-screen TV, complimentary minibar, Nespresso® machine, luxury toiletries, hairdryer, safe, air conditioning, shower and WC for a comfortable stay throughout your cruise.

Ship highlights

Main Restaurant "RIVERSIDE" with flexible dining times and free choice of seating
Panoramic lounge with bar and sky lounge
Fitness Center with treadmill, bike and weights
Pool and sun loungers on the spacious sun deck
Elevator connecting the Emerald Deck with the Ruby and Diamond Decks

*Some services may have additional charges

Please Note

Full payment required 12 weeks prior to departure.

Itinerary

Day 1 & 2 – Porto Portugal’s vibrant second city, Porto is famed for its colourful riverside quarter, historic architecture and world-renowned Port wine cellars.

Day 2 – Leverinho A peaceful riverside village surrounded by rolling countryside, offering a relaxing introduction to the scenic Douro Valley.

Day 2 & 3 – Folgosa Nestled among terraced vineyards, Folgosa is one of the Douro’s prettiest wine villages and a gateway to the region’s famous wine estates.

Day 3 – Pocinho Located in the upper Douro Valley, Pocinho is surrounded by dramatic landscapes and marks the entrance to one of the river’s most unspoilt stretches.

Day 3 & 4 – Vega Terrón Situated just across the Spanish border, this charming port provides access to the historic cities and cultural treasures of western Spain.

Day 4 & 5 – Pocinho Located in the upper Douro Valley, Pocinho is surrounded by dramatic landscapes and marks the entrance to one of the river’s most unspoilt stretches.

Day 5 & 6 – Pinhão Often considered the heart of the Douro wine region, Pinhão is renowned for its stunning vineyard scenery, traditional quintas and picturesque setting.

Day 6 – Régua The capital of the Douro wine region, Régua is steeped in wine-making heritage and surrounded by some of Portugal’s most spectacular terraced vineyards.

Day 7 – Leverinho A peaceful riverside village surrounded by rolling countryside, offering a relaxing introduction to the scenic Douro Valley.

Day 7 & 8- Porto Portugal’s vibrant second city, Porto is famed for its colourful riverside quarter, historic architecture and world-renowned Port wine cellars.