River Cruises
Douro Discovery River Cruise with Flights Included
From €2,495 pp incl flights & more
- Depart From
- Fly from Dublin, cruise Porto
- Departure Date
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30 Jun 2026 - 08 Jul 2026
Other departure dates available - Duration
- 8 days
- Destination
- Portugal & Spain
- Price
- From €2,495 pp incl flights & more
River Cruise Route: Porto, Portugal; Régua, Portugal; Lamego, Portugal; Pinhão, Portugal; Vega de Terrón, Portugal; Castelo Rodrigo, Portugal; Salamanca, Spain; Barca d’Alva, Portugal; Pinhão, Portugal; Régua, Portugal; Entre-os-Rios, Portugal; Porto, Portugal
Travelmarvel Worldwide Sale– Save up to €2000 per person before 28th February 2026.
Portugal’s Douro Valley is renowned for its dramatic landscapes and terraced vineyards. This cruise offers a relaxed pace, stunning scenery, and authentic regional experiences - truly exceptional value for a destination that feels both exclusive and intimate. This fantastic River Cruise Package to Portugal and Spain includes flights, meals and lots of extra inclusions.
Embark on a seven-night cruise along the stunning Douro River. Soak in the vibrancy of Portugal’s Porto, discover Flamenco in Salamanca and enjoy the local colours, flavours and Quintas of Portugal.
Trip inclusions:
- Return scheduled flights from Ireland
- Seven nights on a river ship, the MS Estrela with the services of a Travelmarvel Cruise Director and local guides
- 20 meals – 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners
- Onboard water stations, plus tea and coffee, soft drinks, beer and local wine during lunch and dinner on your cruise
- Explore 11 towns, villages and cities
- Overseas transfers, port charges and tipping
- Kick off your love affair with port wine in the sun-drenched city of Porto
- Enjoy a flamenco show and lunch and be entranced by captivating flamenco dancers
Portuguese Quinta Dinner
Enjoy a sumptuous dinner of traditional dishes and dessert at a picturesque local quinta, a Portuguese winery.
Flamenco Show
Enjoy Seville’s flare for flamenco at the Flamenco Dance Museum.
Portuguese Quinta Port Tasting
On arrival in Régua, head to a local quinta, which boasts outstanding views over the Douro Valley. Here, you’ll enjoy a tasting of local port wine, Portugal’s most famous tipple.
Cruise Aboard Travelmarvel's State-of-the-art Contemporary River Ships | Polaris, Capella, Vega and Rigel
Travelmarvel’s latest fleet of European river ships shines bright. Named after the most luminous stars in European skies, every inch of these contemporary vessels has been custom-designed for your enjoyment.
Our Cruise and Tour Directors are among the best in Europe. Always available to provide personalised information and suggestions, they ensure you enjoy a holiday experience you simply could not have on your own.
Come aboard the MS Estrela
Wind through heavenly scenery and discover Portugal by river aboard a contemporary Travelmarvel river ship, the MS Estrela, recently launched in 2024. Cruise through the sun-kissed Douro Valley, visiting riverside villages and family-owned quintas.
Each stateroom and suite features an en suite bathroom, personal climate control, flat-screen TV and complimentary Wi-Fi. Balcony Suites and Owner's Suites feature electric slide-down windows that open to a French-style balcony.
The MS Estrela offers many spaces to relax on board. On the Sun Deck, recline by the pool on a plush sun bed and watch the gorgeous landscapes glide by with a drink in hand. The Sun Deck also features an outdoor bar with comfortable seating and a golf putting green.
There is an enthralling range of entertainment on board. Enjoy a marvellous night of Portuguese folk music, an informative history lesson, and evenings overflowing with wine, song and dance.
- This itinerary is operated by Travelmarvel, part of the APT Travel Group
- Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change
- Group transfers are at set times on Day 11
- Low or high water levels may cause disruption to cruising
- *Flights from Ireland are subject to flight and booking class availability
- Prices are for land, cruise and return flights from Ireland only
Travelmarvel Worldwide Sale– Save up to €2000 per person before 28th February 2026.
Price per person is based on 2 adults sharing and includes:
- Return scheduled flights from Ireland
- Seven nights on a river ship, the MS Estrela with the services of a Travelmarvel Cruise Director and local guides
- 20 meals – 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners
- Onboard water stations, plus tea and coffee, soft drinks, beer and local wine during lunch and dinner on your cruise
- Explore 11 towns, villages and cities
- Overseas transfers, port charges and tipping
- Kick off your love affair with port wine in the sun-drenched city of Porto
- Enjoy a flamenco show and lunch and be entranced by captivating flamenco dancers
Please ask us about:
- Travel Insurance
- Extending your holiday with a City Break before or after your cruise
Subject to availability. Terms & conditions apply. Prices are live and only guaranteed at time of booking.
For more information please call us on 021 4935806 or 0818 300 205, email cruise@shandontravel.ie, request a call back using the red button, or submit an enquiry through the form below.
