Kemptville Travel

Have you ever dreamed of taking a European River cruise with a small group?

Begin your vacation your way with a three-night stay in beautiful Lisbon, the capital of Portugal. Enjoy guided sightseeing to see the city highlights, including Belem Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries. Join an excursion to magnificent Palacio Nacional de Sintra. Stop in Coimbra for a city sightseeing tour before reaching Porto where you will board your Avalon Suite Ship® to start a delightful seven night river cruise across Portugal!

Explore the dreamy Douro River and discover why its name translates to ‘River of Gold’ as you sail on its gleaming waters through Portugal’s breathtaking panoramic beauty. Marvel at the world’s oldest demarcated wine region, cozy towns, and charming villages while sailing through some of the most spectacular views of Portugal.

What's Included:

• Flights from Toronto-Lisbon/Oporto - Toronto incl taxes/fees  and airport transfers
• 3 nights First class hotel in central Lisbon- Bed & Breakfast
• Kemptville Travel Host
• 1 night post cruise First class hotel Porto – Bed & Breakfast
• 7 day River Cruise aboard Avalon Alegria – 102 passengers – crew 1-3- Length 262 ft
• WiFi
• Choice of excursions and sightseeing every day.
• All onboard meals serving a la carte dinners – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Complimentary sparkling wine with breakfast; wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
• Daily ‘Happy Hour’ serving complimentary wine, beer, spirits and cocktails
• Club Lounge with 24 hour self-serve premium beverage station
• Daily Afternoon Tea
• Gratuities for the Cruise Director & Crew

Itinerary

June 27 Fly Toronto-Lisbon



June 28 Lisbon

Arrival transfer to central Lisbon hotel where the rest of your day is free to rest up or explore at your leisure

June 29 -Lisbon city sightseeing -Portuguese Treasures –

Explore Lisbon, Portugal’s capital, with a Local Guide. Do not miss the must-see sights, including Belem Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries. (B)

 June 30 Lisbon. Excursion to Sintra and visit to Palacio Nacional

This afternoon, join us on a guided excursion to Sintra, where you will visit the National Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Afterwards, drive to Cabo da Roca and enjoy some free time in the Western most point of continental Europe. (B)

July 1 Lisbon-Coimbra-Porto (Embarkation)

Stop in Coimbra for a guided city sightseeing tour. Accompanied by a Local Guide, you’ll explore the historical area of the city and learn all about the oldest university in Portugal, and one of the oldest in the world. Transfer to Porto to board your Avalon Suite Ship® Enjoy dinner and explore the ship on your first night on board. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN PORTO (B,D)

July 2 Porto- Porto Antigo – Excursion Braga and Guimaraes

Portuguese Panoramas - Join a guided sightseeing tour of Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage site. OR: Enter a world of Celtic history and the reign of Cesar Augustus where five roads diverged to form an empire with a full-day guided tour of Braga. Later, feel the passion of Portugal’s soulful and stirring Fado music during a visit with local musicians on board. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN PORTO ANTIGO (B, L, D)

July 3 Pesa Da Regua

Pastoral Pleasures of Portugal- Experience life on one of the oldest farms in the Douro Valley with a personal tour by the owner of the house, including a wine tasting, OR: Join a wine painting class OR: Take a guided walking tour of the charming town of Lamego. Enjoy a short sailing to Pinhão. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN PINHÃO (B, L, D)

July 4 Pocinho – Kayaks and Quintas in the Druro Valley

Enjoy a relaxing cruise to Pocinho for a day in the Terra Quente region. Join a Workshop conducted by a professional painter to discover the process of painting azulejos (traditional Portuguese tile) OR: Discover the Douro River by kayak on a guided adventure through Portugal’s stunning valley. Enjoy breathtaking views and unforgettable moments*, OR:

Experience the charm of the Douro region with a visit to a historic vineyard estate. Join us for an onboard workshop to learn Portuguese language and culture. This evening, enjoy an onboard Flamenco show with local artists. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN BARCA D’ALVA (B, L, D)

July 5 Barca D’Alva – Excursion to Salamanca - The Reign in Spain
Join our guide for a guided tour this morning to of one of the most remote villages of the country, Freixo de Espada à Cinta village in the Douro International Natural Park OR: Enjoy a guided tour to the historical village of Castelo Rodrigo, OR: Get a taste of Spain with a full-day excursion to Salamanca. This evening, enjoy live entertainment on board. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN FERRADOSA ( B, L, D)

July 6 Ferradosa-Leverinho – Excursion to Amarante

Mountains and moving Music . Enjoy an onboard pastry demonstration. Join us to visit a wine-producing property, and taste the freshness and lightness of iconic Vinho Verde wine OR: Join a guided sightseeing tour of Amarante . This evening, enjoy an onboard live entertainment. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN LEVERINHO (B. L, D)

July 7  Porto- Ancient Charm Meets Avant-Garde

Enjoy the wharfs of the Douro River and the coastal magnificence of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia, on a guided bike tour, OR; Enjoy a guided visit to one of the many Port wine cellars, where a guide will accompany you through the cellar's facilities OR: Join a guided sightseeing tour of Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This afternoon, you may choose to join in a guided optional excursion Perhaps simply spend time strolling through Porto’s cobblestone lanes, lovely shops, and tempting tapas bars this afternoon before experiencing the energy of Porto’s buzzing nightlife. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN PORTO (B, L, D)

July 8 PORTO – Free day

After breakfast this morning disembark from River cruise to explore Porto and  stay last night in Portugal in central Porto hotel (B)

July 9  Fly Porto – Toronto