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7-night Douro River Valley Cruise

Roundtrip Porto (Oporto)
7-night Douro River Valley Cruise
September 6, 2026
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises: S.S. São Gabriel
Roundtrip Porto (Oporto)
Vacation Offer ID 1586772
Reference this number when contacting our travel specialist.
Exclusive Offer
  • 300 EURO per Couple Shipboard Credit
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The Signature Collection – Exclusive Amenities
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Cruise Inclusions

Accommodations

  • 7-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the chic S.S. São Gabriel
  • Beautifully appointed riverview staterooms and suites with hotel-style beds, draped in fine linens with a choice of pillows
  • Free Wi-Fi

Experiences

  • 2 countries: Portugal & Spain
  • Multiple UNESCO World Heritage sites
  • Services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager
  • Gratuities for onboard personnel (ship staff, crew, Cruise/Tour Manager) are included during the cruise/tour
  • Cultural enrichment, including captivating onboard local entertainment

Excursions

  • 6 days of excursions, all fully hosted by English-speaking local experts
  • Guided “Do as the Locals Do” program
  • State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio-headset system on all excursions

Dining

  • All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
  • 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners
  • Welcome and Farewell Dinners
  • Unlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, specialty coffee and tea, soft drinks, and mineral water

Available Add-Ons

  • Pre or post cruise hotel stay
  • Optional roundtrip airfare

Airfare Terms:
Payment in full for optional airfare booked in conjunction with a Uniworld Cruise or Cruise-Tour is required at time of booking. Upon receipt of full air payment, your airfare, taxes and fuel surcharges are final. You may cancel your air within 24 hours of booking and receive a full refund of the cost of the airfare.

  • Destination Guide
  • Suggested Shore Excursions
Destination Arrival Departure
Porto (Oporto)

Porto (Oporto) 09/06/2026

Arrive in Porto, the port city at the mouth of the Douro.

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Portugal: Porto Wine Excursion - 4 hours
Highlights
In this tour you’ll discover all about the wines from the city of Porto!

You will start the tour by doing a sightseeing tour from the port (located in Matosinhos) to the city center. After that, you'll visit the first winery with high quality of Douro wines for a Douro red and white wines tasting as an exclusive experience.

Then you'll visit a second Port Wine company (Real Companhia Velha) for another special Port Wine tasting. Real Companhia Velha is simply the oldest Port Wine company in Porto, established by a king in 1756. When this tour is finished you will return to Porto Pier.

What's included?
  • Private guided tour (4h)
  • Visit and wine tastings
  • Transportation
What's not included?
  • Meals and drinks not mentioned
  • Souvenirs
  • Gratuities
Highlights of Porto (4 hours)
Highlights:
Take in the attractive surrounding with visit to the opulent Stock Exchange Palace and St Francis Church. Enjoy a port wine tasting at one of the famous riverside lodges in the pretty Riberia district.

Tour Duration: 4 hours
Tour can operate: Morning/Afternoon

Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information

Physical Activity Level: Light

Inclusions: 
  • Private transport by luxury car or minivan
  • An expert local guide for 8 hours
  • Entrance fees to all sights and museums
  • All taxes
Not Included:
  • All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
  • Gratuities
09/06/2026 09/06/2026
Peso da Regua

Peso da Regua 09/07/2026

Today is all about wine, which has been cultivated in the Douro River Valley since ancient Roman times. Get a crash course on the history of Port during your visit to the Douro Museum. Later, partake in a choice of excursions, including a tasting at a prestigious Port wine estate or a vineyard hike with a wine tasting at a local quinta.
09/07/2026 09/07/2026
Pinhao
09/07/2026 09/08/2026
Pocinho

Pocinho 09/08/2026

Go medieval today at Castelo Rodrigo, both the name of a hilltop castle as well as the village that surrounds it. The view from the top is incredible and the village is a charming place to ramble, relax and replenish. Alternatively, lace up your hiking boots and unleash your inner Indiana Jones with an up-close gander at some prehistoric carvings at an archaeological park.
09/08/2026 09/08/2026
Vega de Terron
09/08/2026 09/08/2026
Vega de Terron

Vega de Terron 09/09/2026

Today, you can visit the historic university town of Salamanca—the “Golden City”—famous for its sand-colored buildings and abundance of churches. Feel the centuries fall away as your ship winds its way through the pristine, dramatic UNESCO-protected landscapes of the Douro River Valley.
09/09/2026 09/09/2026
Barca d'Alva
09/09/2026 09/09/2026
Barca d'Alva

Barca d'Alva 09/10/2026

Discover the wonders of a special town right in the gateway of the Douro Valley, Lamego. Later, enjoy a Night Out with dinner at a local quinta.
09/10/2026 09/10/2026
Peso da Regua
09/10/2026 09/11/2026
Porto (Oporto)

Porto (Oporto) 09/11/2026

Discover the oldest town in Portugal today on a visit to Braga, where 2,000 years of history mingle with a youthful modern culture.

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Portugal: Porto Wine Excursion - 4 hours
Highlights
In this tour you’ll discover all about the wines from the city of Porto!

You will start the tour by doing a sightseeing tour from the port (located in Matosinhos) to the city center. After that, you'll visit the first winery with high quality of Douro wines for a Douro red and white wines tasting as an exclusive experience.

Then you'll visit a second Port Wine company (Real Companhia Velha) for another special Port Wine tasting. Real Companhia Velha is simply the oldest Port Wine company in Porto, established by a king in 1756. When this tour is finished you will return to Porto Pier.

What's included?
  • Private guided tour (4h)
  • Visit and wine tastings
  • Transportation
What's not included?
  • Meals and drinks not mentioned
  • Souvenirs
  • Gratuities
Highlights of Porto (4 hours)
Highlights:
Take in the attractive surrounding with visit to the opulent Stock Exchange Palace and St Francis Church. Enjoy a port wine tasting at one of the famous riverside lodges in the pretty Riberia district.

Tour Duration: 4 hours
Tour can operate: Morning/Afternoon

Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information

Physical Activity Level: Light

Inclusions: 
  • Private transport by luxury car or minivan
  • An expert local guide for 8 hours
  • Entrance fees to all sights and museums
  • All taxes
Not Included:
  • All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
  • Gratuities
09/11/2026 09/11/2026
Porto (Oporto)

Porto (Oporto) 09/12/2026

Portugal’s second city (after Lisbon), Porto gave its name to the nation’s most famous export, Port wine, and to the nation itself. Today, choose to explore Portugal on foot or by panoramic drive.

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Portugal: Porto Wine Excursion - 4 hours
Highlights
In this tour you’ll discover all about the wines from the city of Porto!

You will start the tour by doing a sightseeing tour from the port (located in Matosinhos) to the city center. After that, you'll visit the first winery with high quality of Douro wines for a Douro red and white wines tasting as an exclusive experience.

Then you'll visit a second Port Wine company (Real Companhia Velha) for another special Port Wine tasting. Real Companhia Velha is simply the oldest Port Wine company in Porto, established by a king in 1756. When this tour is finished you will return to Porto Pier.

What's included?
  • Private guided tour (4h)
  • Visit and wine tastings
  • Transportation
What's not included?
  • Meals and drinks not mentioned
  • Souvenirs
  • Gratuities
Highlights of Porto (4 hours)
Highlights:
Take in the attractive surrounding with visit to the opulent Stock Exchange Palace and St Francis Church. Enjoy a port wine tasting at one of the famous riverside lodges in the pretty Riberia district.

Tour Duration: 4 hours
Tour can operate: Morning/Afternoon

Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information

Physical Activity Level: Light

Inclusions: 
  • Private transport by luxury car or minivan
  • An expert local guide for 8 hours
  • Entrance fees to all sights and museums
  • All taxes
Not Included:
  • All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
  • Gratuities
09/12/2026 09/12/2026
Porto (Oporto)

Porto (Oporto) 09/13/2026

If your cruise/tour package includes a group departure transfer or if you have purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to Porto Airport for your flight home.

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Portugal: Porto Wine Excursion - 4 hours
Highlights
In this tour you’ll discover all about the wines from the city of Porto!

You will start the tour by doing a sightseeing tour from the port (located in Matosinhos) to the city center. After that, you'll visit the first winery with high quality of Douro wines for a Douro red and white wines tasting as an exclusive experience.

Then you'll visit a second Port Wine company (Real Companhia Velha) for another special Port Wine tasting. Real Companhia Velha is simply the oldest Port Wine company in Porto, established by a king in 1756. When this tour is finished you will return to Porto Pier.

What's included?
  • Private guided tour (4h)
  • Visit and wine tastings
  • Transportation
What's not included?
  • Meals and drinks not mentioned
  • Souvenirs
  • Gratuities
Highlights of Porto (4 hours)
Highlights:
Take in the attractive surrounding with visit to the opulent Stock Exchange Palace and St Francis Church. Enjoy a port wine tasting at one of the famous riverside lodges in the pretty Riberia district.

Tour Duration: 4 hours
Tour can operate: Morning/Afternoon

Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information

Physical Activity Level: Light

Inclusions: 
  • Private transport by luxury car or minivan
  • An expert local guide for 8 hours
  • Entrance fees to all sights and museums
  • All taxes
Not Included:
  • All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
  • Gratuities
09/13/2026 09/13/2026
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises: S.S. São Gabriel
S.S. São Gabriel is the newest ship on the Douro river. Designed to embody the beautiful Douro River Valley region, this ship will offer more lavishly appointed suites than the Queen Isabel and bring the destination to life through its décor and delectable food and wine. Butler service will be added onboard, giving guests the option to dine at any time they'd like while enjoying the ship.
Ship Highlights
  • One can burn calories at Fitness Center and pamper yourself at Spa
  • Relax in the pool which is located at Sun Deck
  • Public spaces such as Restaurant, Lounge and Café with elegant atmosphere
Ship Statistics
Ship Length
261 ft (79.5 m)
Passenger Capacity
100
Number of Decks
4
Number of Suites
16
Dining / Restaurants
3
Pool
Yes
Bars / Lounges
2

Dining

Bistro
An authentic tribute to a Parisian cafe, Bistro is meant to be an alternative option, you'll want to eat here often. The French scene is set with burgundy leather banquettes, engraved cutlery and Art Deco posters and lamps. If it's a nice day.
Coffee Station
Coffee Station.

Bars & Lounges

Lounge Bar
Lounge Bar.

Onboard Activities

Lobby
The two-story lobby onboard, featuring a life-sized Murano glass horse, is just one of the many astounding design elements.

Outdoor Activities

Outdoor Activities
Sun loungers and the pool are on the Sun Deck.

Wellness

Spa
Relax at the Spa with a soothing facial or massage treatment, or take a dip in the heated pool.

Shopping

Shopping
The Essence shops provide a unique and inviting environment that features top brands. Shop across a broad range of product categories, including skincare, color, fragrance and body. An onboard professionals have extensive training in product and application techniques.

Oceanview

Classic Stateroom (CLASSIC) $5,889
Classic Stateroom
  • Category: CLASSIC
  • Madeira Deck
Size: 135 sq. ft. / 12.5 sq. m.
Deluxe Stateroom (DELUXE) $5,984
Deluxe Stateroom
  • Category: DELUXE
  • Madeira Deck
Size: 156 sq. ft. / 14.5 sq. m.

Balcony

French Balcony Stateroom (FRNCH) $8,834
French Balcony Stateroom
  • Category: FRNCH
  • Cape Verde Deck
Size: 156 sq. ft. / 14.5 sq. m.

Suite

Suite (SUITE) $11,399
Suite
  • Category: SUITE
  • Azores Deck
Size: 220 sq. ft. / 20.4 sq. m.
Grand Suite (GRANDSTE) $15,674
Grand Suite
  • Category: GRANDSTE
  • Azores Deck
Size: 307  sq. ft. / 28.5 sq. m.

All fares are per guest in US Dollars based on double occupancy unless otherwise noted. Fares are cruise or cruise/land only and include port charges and government fees/taxes. Fares listed may represent promotions or discounts which would require full payment at time of booking to qualify for the listed discounted fares. Fares are capacity controlled and are subject to change at any time without notice. Availability of all stateroom categories cannot be guaranteed. Single Supplement applies for single accommodation. Itineraries, hotels, and vessels may change, and substitute visits to other sites may occur during your trip due to water level fluctuations and other uncontrollable factors. The order of sightseeing and docking ports are subject to change according to port authority assignments.

TRUE ALL-INCLUSIVE BOUTIQUE RIVER CRUISING™: All gratuities for all onboard and onshore services; unlimited fine wine, beer, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages; shore excursions with local experts as your guide; free Internet and Wi-Fi; and all arrival and departure day transfers.

All fares are quoted in US Dollars.

Blue Azzelij Terrace Deck

Stateroom Key

  • Grand Suite (GRANDSTE)
  • Suite (SUITE)
  • French Balcony Stateroom (FRNCH)
  • Deluxe Stateroom (DELUXE)
  • Classic Stateroom (CLASSIC)
Azores Deck

Stateroom Key

  • Grand Suite (GRANDSTE)
  • Suite (SUITE)
  • French Balcony Stateroom (FRNCH)
  • Deluxe Stateroom (DELUXE)
  • Classic Stateroom (CLASSIC)
Cape Verde Deck

Stateroom Key

  • Grand Suite (GRANDSTE)
  • Suite (SUITE)
  • French Balcony Stateroom (FRNCH)
  • Deluxe Stateroom (DELUXE)
  • Classic Stateroom (CLASSIC)
Madeira Deck

Stateroom Key

  • Grand Suite (GRANDSTE)
  • Suite (SUITE)
  • French Balcony Stateroom (FRNCH)
  • Deluxe Stateroom (DELUXE)
  • Classic Stateroom (CLASSIC)