Escape to the transcendent wonders of the Douro River Valley as you cycle from Spain to Portugal. Let its elegance engulf you as you traverse the land aboard the luxury vessel, AmaVida. Ingest the allure of picturesque Europe, behold lush forests, stunning azulejos, ornate architecture, world heritage sites, and savour mouthwatering traditional cuisines. From splendid Salamaca to historic Porto, savour the timeless grace unveiling two countries on this unforgettable 13-day cruise and bike escapade.
Your adventure begins as we journey from the World Heritage site of Salamanca in Spain to the serene village of Lumbrales. Take in stunning vistas as you pedal into the Douro Valley and board the luxury AmaVida. Cycle to the secured hilltop village for breathtaking views into Portugal and Spain. View the gorgeous tiles in Pinhão, an attraction for wine lovers. Encounter jaw-dropping views as you ride through the World Heritage Alto Douro region. Enjoy a ride along the Douro aestheticized with wine estate and take in dazzling views of the countryside from the vantage point of our ship. Covering the final stretch of Douro into Porto by bike or cruise, embark on a guided walking adventure of the World Heritage city and witness its charms from its magnificent architecture to stunning views. Witness the local life in the Vila Nova da Gaia neighbourhood. Onboard the ship and grace your sights with the lovely views of Porto from the deck, before a shuttle to Lisbon, closing the curtain on your tranquil adventure.
Promise not to be sidetracked by the overwhelming comfort-inclined amenities of the AmaVida ship. In between, or after a day's adventure, you can take a dip in its sun-deck pool accompanied by stunning panoramas, book a therapeutic massage at the onboard spa, or amuse yourself with the electric schedule of entertainment onboard.
This luxury package includes 7 nights accommodation aboard the AmaVida ship on a twin share basis. All meals are covered during the voyage. You will be escorted by two support vans and three tour leaders on each departure for an average of 6:1 guest-to-leader ratio. Leaving you with multiple biking options to choose from each day accommodating varied activity levels and giving you the freedom to enjoy the best of a region at your own pace. An experience tailored to suit your priorities and personal style; bike and cruise in true comfort.
Explore the style and indulgence of luxury travel in the most beautiful wilderness regions where rare memories are created from river life to biking paradise. Escape the crowds and absorb the magnificence of otherworldly regions that are the best kept secrets of Portugal and Spain.
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This tour is eligible to earn ONLYLUXE reward points