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Porto & the Douro Valley
Join us for our inaugural year of travels in Colombia - a truly idyllic destination. Discover what makes Colombia so compelling, on visits to three cities intertwining the country's cultural and historic fabric, each with its own unique story to tell.
One of our newest destinations in the Tauck portfolio, Colombia invites the curious traveler on a 9-day journey to three of its most notable cities - Bogota, Medellin & Cartagena for the adventure of a lifetime. Learn all about Colombia's historic transformation throughout the centuries on visits to museums, ancient cathedrals and once infamous neighborhoods now transformed. Learn about the influence of Fernando Botero, one of Colombia's most prolific artist, sculptor and political critics... see the illustrious Paso Fino horse as it trains and exercises at the Normandia Equestrian Center... embark on a pontoon cruise along the country's largest lake...visit one of its largest farmer's markets... taste its famous coffee and so much more... the "Land of the Eternal Spring" awaits you.
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Day 1 Bogota ColombiaArrive Porto
Arrive with an included transfer from Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) and settle onto your riverboat. Tonight, meet your fellow travelers for welcome cocktails and dinner aboard ms Andorinha, your floating hotel for the next 7 nights.
Meals: DDay 2 A choice in PortoWake up aboard the ship and enjoy a day of choice to explore Porto as you'd like.
YOUR CHOICE
- In the morning, embark on either a port-focused walking tour with a visit to a port house for a tour and tasting or a food-focused walking tour with a stop at Bolhão Market. In the afternoon, take part in a surfing lesson on the Atlantic Ocean or enjoy a scenic bike ride along the Douro, ending with time to relax, cool off, and swim in the Atlantic.
Wake up aboard the ship and enjoy a day of choice to do as you'd like.
YOUR CHOICE
- Explore Portugal's Vinho Verde region highlighted by a winery visit and samplings of the local wine, visit Arouca Geopark, a UNESCO World Heritage Site for a hike across the longest pedestrian suspension bridge in the world, or stay back and relax aboard your ship, enjoying the many amenities available to you during a morning at leisure.
Tonight, enjoy a cocktail reception & dinner at DOC. Located along the banks of the Douro, DOC highlights regional produce on creatively curated plates by two-star Michelin chef, Rui Paula.
YOUR CHOICE
- A morning Yoga class with the rolling Portuguese vineyards as your backdrop or stay aboard your ship for a late morning to relax and rejuvenate. Later, tour a nearby vineyard with a choice of hands-on workshops afterwards.
Begin the day with an active hike through the Portuguese vineyards to the small village of Provesende. Explore the town of Pinhão on an afternoon orientation walk featuring tasting of local specialties and embark this evening on a Rock Art "Safari" of Penascosa in the Côa Valley.
YOUR CHOICE
- Climb up to Provesende or ascend by car and hike down.
Terraced vineyards rise above the river as the Douro winds through sunlit valleys, setting the scene for a day of discovery. In the afternoon, relax onboard as the scenery drifts by, before a Chef's Signature dinner awaits in the main dining room.
YOUR CHOICE
- Visit a local quinta for a wine tasting, paddle a kayak along the Sabor River, or explore by bike.
Your final day along the Douro offers you yet another way to discover Portugal, your way. Join your fellow travelers this evening for a send-off cocktail as your adventure comes to a close.
YOUR CHOICE
- A bike ride through the Vinho Verde Region or climb the "stairway to heaven" in Lamego.
Enjoy a final breakfast before departing the riverboat. Transfers are included to Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO).
YOUR CHOICE:
- Morning departures or extend your stay in Porto.
Departure Dates
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Start: August 7, 2026 End: August 14, 2026 Price: $6,390 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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