Enticing Douro: Portugal’s Wine Country by River
Sail the Douro River with AmaWaterways on a 7-night journey through terraced vineyards, medieval villages, and the “City of Bridges,” with options to start or end in Spain
Leave with 1–2 tailored trip ideas, a realistic budget range, and clear next steps
Is this journey right for you?
This trip is ideal if you:
Want an easy, scenic introduction to Portugal (and possibly Spain) without changing hotels every night
Love wine, history, and slow travel more than rushing from sight to sight
Prefer a small ship with a balcony, pool, and relaxed onboard atmosphere
Are planning a couple’s escape, friends’ trip, or multigenerational gathering
At a glance
Where: options include roundtrip Porto or a one-way river cruise between Porto and Vega de Terrón on the Spanish border
When: select departures March–December each year
Trip length: 7 nights on board, with optional time in places like Salamanca or Sintra
Extensions and excursions available: various packages to enjoy more select wine
See the detailed itinerary here
What we take off your plate
Helping you choose between the roundtrip Porto itinerary or a Spain–Portugal route, based on your goals
Securing your stateroom and planning key experiences (Mateus Palace, Salamanca, Lamego, local quintas, and Douro wine tastings)
Arranging pre- or post-stays in Lisbon, Porto, or coastal towns like Cascais and Sintra
Adjusting for mobility, energy level, and group dynamics so the pace feels just right
Being your safety net for changes or questions before and during the trip
Schedule a Douro river planning call
On this complimentary call, we’ll:
Talk through your dates, who’s traveling, and what kind of Portugal experience you’re after
Recommend the itinerary option and stateroom that fit you best
Look at extension options for your unique travel style
Share a budget range and outline how we’d design and manage your journey from start to finish