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The soul of Portugal From windswept seaside meanderings to the astonishing beauty of the Douro Valley, this is a journey of contemplation and elegance. In Porto, board the luxurious Scenic Azure, which will transport you through the hidden gem that is the Douro Valley. Days will be spent immersed in the proud history and culture of a unique land that still retains many of its centuries-old traditions. 8 Day Cruise Day 01 Porto Welcome to Porto, where you'll board the luxurious Scenic Azure for your cruise of the idyllic Douro Valley. Meals: D Day 02 Porto > Regua Enjoy on board activities such as traditional tile painting, or simply relax as your luxurious Scenic Space-Ship meanders its way to Regua where you have the chance to explore the Douro Museum at your leisure. Learn about the culture, history and identity of the people living in this wine-growing region of the Douro Valley. Meals: B.L.D Day 03 Regua > Vega de Terron @ Freechoice: Tour the elegant town of Lamego, &, Porto > Porto with its many fine Baroque structures such as the Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora dos Remédios and the Lamego Museum, or enjoy a guided visit of Mateus Palace, the historic icon depicted on the labels of Portugal’s famous Mateus rosé wine. Alternatively, you may choose to go kayaking along the Pinhao River. Enjoy a full afternoon cruising the Vinhateiro wine region as you continue towards Spain. A World Heritage-listed Site, Vinhateiro has a history of wine production that stretches back for 2,000 years. Meals: B.L.D Day 04 Vega de Terron @ Freechoice: Cross the Spanish border and take your time absorbing the architectural splendour of Salamanca, a city as visually striking as it is INSTORE historically intriguing. Alternatively, you may choose to visit the Portuguese village, Freixo de Espada a Cinta fora guided tour and visit to their silk museum. Freixo de Espada a Cinta is the only municipality where handcrafted silk is still processed entirely by hand. Meals: B.L.D Day 05 Pocinho > Pinhao @ Freechoice: Visit the award winning Céa Valley Museum and enjoy a pre-historic workshop. Alternatively, join the ‘Tastes of the Céa Valley’ excursion and sample some of the regions produce such as jams, marmalades and sugared almonds. Meals: B.L.D Day 06 Pinhao > Porto Visit the remarkable village of Provesende, showcasing the Portugal of yesteryear. Wander the atmospheric streets of this quaint village with the locals as they proudly introduce you ONLINE | CALL | APP Lamego @ Traditions of the Douro Valley The World Heritage Site of the Douro Valley has a steep history, almost as steep as the terraced vineyards perched high above the curvaceous river below. It is a place where hard working locals have been cultivating grapes since 4,000 BC and hearty recipes and local dialects get passed from one generation to the next. to their way of life — an experience exclusive for Scenic guests. Enrich The beauty of Sdo Francisco Church is sure to impress. The facade is a mixture of Gothic and Baroque architecture, while the interior glows with intricate wood carvings covered in gold. Witness a spectacular private concert in these wondrous surroundings. Meals: B.L.D Day 07 Porto @ Discover the historic treasures of Porto, including a visit to Palacio da Bolsa, a neoclassical-style building that started construction in 1842 and took over 65 years to complete. Freechoice: Join a guided tour of Guimaraes, the seat of the first King of Portugal and dominated by the impressive Ducal Palace, which dates back to medieval times. Alternatively, you could choose a tasting at the
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