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Douro River
Cruising
The perfect summer getaway
Sun-drenched cities give way to
sleepy villages and rustic wineries
along the Douro River. All aboard the
summertime cruise of your dreams.
THE SUBLIME DOURO RIVER
The pace is gentle, the wine is rich and the smiles
are warm along Portugal's Douro River. Aboard the
ms Douro Queen, you'll cruise beneath a sapphire
sky down the river's tranquil waterways, watching
as lush hills and plunging valleys dripping with
grapevines appear from every side.
PEACEFUL VILLAGES
On land, you'll visit villages where time has stopped,
and family-owned quintas, where vintners still stomp
great barrels of ruby-red grapes beneath their feet.
Pinhão, Lamego, Barca d'Alva; each town you visit
along the way is overflowing with character, and the
grins of the local people will fill you with joy as you
meander through the rambling streets.
PRETTY PORTO
The gateway to the Douro Valley, this zippy little city
is alive with vibrancy and colour. Lending its moniker
to the nation's signature tipple, port, the town has
a rich seafaring history and remnants of this
maritime past can be seen in the traditional Rabelo
boats and old merchant shops that line the river to
this day. A stay in Porto is sure to revive the senses
and kick off your love affair with port!
GOLDEN SALAMANCA
Salamanca's nickname, the Golden City, describes
this elegant Spanish haven perfectly. The light here
is exquisite, and Salamanca's sandstone buildings
ignite a gorgeous blonde hue when bathed in a
delicious golden sunset. Famous for its ancient
university, Salamanca also boasts a magnificent
town square, which seems to turn to liquid gold
under the blaze of a shimmering sun.
