PREMIUM - Gourmet cruise with wine pairing on the Douro (ALVA)
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Duration of tour
8 days / 7 nights
Company
A-Rosa
Price from
54 150 Kč
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Not far from Porto lies the famous Alto Douro Valley, the oldest protected wine region in the world and home to the grapes that make delicious Port wine. And that's exactly where this gourmet cruise will take you. Experience the Portuguese sun for yourself and enrich your taste buds. Top chef Oliver Edelmann and renowned wine experts will be on board. They will introduce you to the world of local port wines and you will learn interesting things.
All cruises are international, meaning that all materials such as menus, radio announcements, etc. are in English. Likewise, the trips are available with English-speaking guides and on board the staff speaks English (mostly German).
Porto - a fascinating city carved from granite: in Porto you will find new, exciting perspectives at every turn - whether you are by the flowing Douro River with its six different bridges, or in the lively urban districts of this northern Portuguese metropolis. In addition to the impressive buildings made of light granite, the symbols of Portugal's second largest city are the shimmering azulejo tiles decorating the walls of churches. Porto - whose old town is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site is pure poetry.
Pinhão - the town of Pinhão is located in the famous Port wine region, in an area where the Douro River and its surrounding landscape are at their most picturesque. It is surrounded by charming vineyards and quintas that produce this wine. One of the most interesting hiking trails leads from the Douro Bridge 7 km along the hilly Rua Praca de Oliviera to the Casal de Loivos viewpoint.
Salamanca - This provincial capital, located about 800 m above sea level on the banks of the Río Tormes, is in a league of its own. It has one of the most beautiful central squares (Plaza Mayor) and one of the oldest universities in Spain (13th century). This city was once loved by the Romans and Moors. In 1805, King Alfonso VI returned it to Spanish rule. The old town, with its diverse architectural monuments, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
ADDITIONAL SERVICES INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:
- Two wine menus prepared by Ambassador Oliver Edelmann and the A-ROSA Alva team, accompanied by Master Sommelier Hendrik Thoma and the renowned Niepoort and Soalheiro wineries in the Douro Valley.
- Wine talk with Master Sommelier Hendrik Thoma
- Culinary evening experience in a traditional quinta
- Pastéis de Nata demonstration, traditional "Abertura a Fogo" opening and Port wine tasting
Itinerary
| Day | Place | Arrival | Departure | |
| 1 | Porto | - | - | |
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A mesmerising city carved in granite: in Porto you’ll find new, exciting perspectives at every turn. The gleaming azulejo tiles adorning church walls and townhouse facades are one of the typical sights of Portugal’s second-largest city. The old town – a UNESCO World Heritage Sight – is pure poetry. | |||
| 2 | Porto | - | 07:00 | |
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A mesmerising city carved in granite: in Porto you’ll find new, exciting perspectives at every turn. The gleaming azulejo tiles adorning church walls and townhouse facades are one of the typical sights of Portugal’s second-largest city. The old town – a UNESCO World Heritage Sight – is pure poetry. | |||
| 2 | Régua | 13:00 | 14:00 | |
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Régua is such a beautiful place, that the Alto Douro has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001. The town played a fundamental role in the production and marketing of port wine – which was transported away by sailing boats – as early as the 18th century. If you would like to learn more, visit the Douro Museum. Then, take a walk to the popular viewing platforms São Leonardo da Galafura and São Salvador do Mundo and enjoy the panoramic views of the river landscape and the elegant bridges that lead into town. | |||
| 2 | Pinhão | 17:00 | - | |
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The little town of Pinhão is surrounded by enchanting vineyards and the quintas that produce the wine. You can visit them from Pinhão and enjoy tours and wine tasting.The town itself is very unspoilt and has a lovely atmosphere, which makes it a splendid place for a stroll. Be sure to take a look at the Linha do Douro train station, which is decorated with richly coloured azulejo tiles | |||
| 3 | Pinhão | - | 13:00 | |
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The little town of Pinhão is surrounded by enchanting vineyards and the quintas that produce the wine. You can visit them from Pinhão and enjoy tours and wine tasting.The town itself is very unspoilt and has a lovely atmosphere, which makes it a splendid place for a stroll. Be sure to take a look at the Linha do Douro train station, which is decorated with richly coloured azulejo tiles | |||
| 3 | Barca d'Alva | 19:00 | - | |
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From Barca d’Alva, the ship will head for nearby Spain – to Salamanca. This provincial capital, situated at about 800 metres on the banks of the Rio Tormes, is in a league of its own. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has one of the most beautiful central squares and one of the oldest universities in Spain (13th century). The latter gives it a lively student scene. | |||
| 4 | Barca d'Alva | - | 12:00 | |
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From Barca d’Alva, the ship will head for nearby Spain – to Salamanca. This provincial capital, situated at about 800 metres on the banks of the Rio Tormes, is in a league of its own. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has one of the most beautiful central squares and one of the oldest universities in Spain (13th century). The latter gives it a lively student scene. | |||
| 4 | Vega Terron | 12:30 | - | |
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In Vega Terrón, the Agueda joins the Douro. Both rivers form the natural border between Portugal and Spain. From here, you can take a trip to the Spanish city of Salamanca. With its new cathedral, old town and famous university, the city has a very special flair. Don't miss Salamanca's UNESCO World Heritage Site! | |||
| 5 | Vega Terron | - | 12:30 | |
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In Vega Terrón, the Agueda joins the Douro. Both rivers form the natural border between Portugal and Spain. From here, you can take a trip to the Spanish city of Salamanca. With its new cathedral, old town and famous university, the city has a very special flair. Don't miss Salamanca's UNESCO World Heritage Site! | |||
| 5 | Pinhão | 18:30 | - | |
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The little town of Pinhão is surrounded by enchanting vineyards and the quintas that produce the wine. You can visit them from Pinhão and enjoy tours and wine tasting.The town itself is very unspoilt and has a lovely atmosphere, which makes it a splendid place for a stroll. Be sure to take a look at the Linha do Douro train station, which is decorated with richly coloured azulejo tiles | |||
| 6 | Pinhão | - | 07:00 | |
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The little town of Pinhão is surrounded by enchanting vineyards and the quintas that produce the wine. You can visit them from Pinhão and enjoy tours and wine tasting.The town itself is very unspoilt and has a lovely atmosphere, which makes it a splendid place for a stroll. Be sure to take a look at the Linha do Douro train station, which is decorated with richly coloured azulejo tiles | |||
| 6 | Régua | 09:00 | 15:00 | |
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Régua is such a beautiful place, that the Alto Douro has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001. The town played a fundamental role in the production and marketing of port wine – which was transported away by sailing boats – as early as the 18th century. If you would like to learn more, visit the Douro Museum. Then, take a walk to the popular viewing platforms São Leonardo da Galafura and São Salvador do Mundo and enjoy the panoramic views of the river landscape and the elegant bridges that lead into town. | |||
| 6 | Leverinho | 19:00 | - | |
| The rustic Leverinho is not far from Porto. From here, you can set off on exciting excursions to the harbour city. | ||||
| 7 | Leverinho | - | 08:30 | |
| The rustic Leverinho is not far from Porto. From here, you can set off on exciting excursions to the harbour city. | ||||
| 7 | Porto | 10:30 | - | |
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A mesmerising city carved in granite: in Porto you’ll find new, exciting perspectives at every turn. The gleaming azulejo tiles adorning church walls and townhouse facades are one of the typical sights of Portugal’s second-largest city. The old town – a UNESCO World Heritage Sight – is pure poetry. | |||
| 8 | Porto | - | - | |
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A mesmerising city carved in granite: in Porto you’ll find new, exciting perspectives at every turn. The gleaming azulejo tiles adorning church walls and townhouse facades are one of the typical sights of Portugal’s second-largest city. The old town – a UNESCO World Heritage Sight – is pure poetry. | |||
Dates and prices
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21.10.2026 - 28.10.2026 ALL INCLUSIVE
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Price includes
REMIUM all inclusive:
full board plus - varied breakfast, lunch and dinner buffet with live cooking and afternoon tea, high-quality drinks, coffee and coffee specialties, tea, soft drinks, water, sparkling wine, selection of wines and beers during bar opening hours, cabin service, quality animation programs (for cruises of 7 nights or more), kids' club on family cruises and on the A-ROSA SENA all year round, English and German-speaking staff and tour guides, free use of ship equipment, discounted prices for wellness and beauty treatments (sauna not available on the A-ROSA ALEA and CLEA), free A-ROSA App with a range of cruise information, free e-bike rental (subject to availability, not valid on the SENA), bathrobes, toiletries and mineral water in the cabin, access to the A-ROSA app, port fees, discounts for early bookings
Price does not include
transportation to the embarkation point, other optional excursions, extra services on board (e.g. massages), travel insurance, personal expenses
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Premium all inclusive includes
- full board plus: varied breakfast, lunch and dinner buffet with live cooking, snacks on board, afternoon tea
- high-quality drinks, coffee and coffee specialties, tea, soft drinks, water, sparkling wine as well as a selection of wines and beers during bar opening hours
- cabin service
- quality animation programs (for cruises of 7 nights or more)
- English and German-speaking staff and tour guides
- free use of ship's facilities such as sauna, swimming pool, fitness center
- discounted prices for wellness and beauty treatments
- free electric bike rental (subject to availability, not valid on SENA)
- bathrobes, toiletries and mineral water in the cabin
- access to the A-ROSA app
- port fees
- discounts for early bookings
- children under 15 years free*
*Children under 15 travel free
Children under 15 years and inclusive travel free on deck 1 when accompanied by at least one adult persons (in category G two). From deck 2 onwards, children have a 30% discount. Furthermore, children under 7 years of age accompanied by 2 adults can use the sofa bed free of charge on the A-ROSA SENA in categories B - D. On the A-ROSA ALVA, children accompanied by at least one adult have a 30% discount. The discount for children applies only to the cruise itself. Limited capacity on all cruises.