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Douro Map
Itineraries
This is an excellent way to get to know Portugal in
a short time. Visit Lisbon, the 2,000 year old city founded by the
Phoenecians. Built on 7 hills this old world European Capital city
highlights the amazing history of Portugal's world discoveries.
You'll have 3 days to visit the cultural and historic sights and 3
nights to experience the amazing nightlife that makes this city
so popular with other Europeans.
Then head north to the Costa Verde (Green Coast) to
experience the Douro River. This river is the lifeblood of the Costa Verde or Green Coast Region
of Northern Portugal.
This is the area world famous for port wines and
excellent table wines. Cruise this historic river from the
comfort of a modern, immaculate river boat with an attentive
international crew. Daily shore excursions will take you to the
most interesting sites and they are all included in the price.
Cruise the lovely Douro River through terraced
vineyards the climb hundreds of feet above the river valley. This
river travels through time past palaces, monasteries and ancient
manor houses. The people of the Douro are friendly and helpful.
Each village offers up a surprise for the visitor.
This river has been the lifeblood of the region
for centuries providing the highway for travel and commerce
through this rugged land. It is home of the port wine and
remarkably good table wine industry .Explore the history and charm of northern Portugal on a Douro River
Cruise. We have several itineraries that enable you to explore the
historic Douro River your way!
For pre and post cruise land arrangements
contact Pinto Basto Tours:
Pousadas
of Portugal / Paradores of Spain
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