Cruise Plus & Scenic Riviercruise - 2022

112 Scenic°

Delightful Douro with Lisbon

Map of Discoveries, Lisbon

Life moves at a much slower pace in the Douro Valley, where tradition is etched into each daily aspect. Visit Mateus Palace, the iconic wine house, cross the border into Spain via Salamanca and explore the Coa Valley museum. Be enthralled by a classical performance at São Francisco Church, with its gold-swathed interior, and canoe along the Sabor River. Conclude your trip with a stay in Lisbon, Portugal’s pretty capital. Tradition and modern influences combine to create a city that perfectly reflects the Portuguese way of life.

Day 6 Regua > Vega de Terron f Freechoice: Tour the elegant town of Lamego including the breathtaking Shrine of our Lady of Remedies, or visit of the iconicMateus Palace, which graces the labels of its famous rosé. Enjoy a full afternoon cruising theWorld Heritage-listed Vinhateiro wine region as you continue towards Spain. Meals:B.L.D Day 7 Vega de Terron f Freechoice: Take your time absorbing the architectural splendour of Salamanca. Alternatively, youmay choose to visit the Portuguese village, Freixo de Espada à Cinta for a guided tour and visit to their silkmuseum followed by a home hosted lunch. Meals:B.L.D Day 8 Pocinho > Pinhão f Freechoice: Visit the award winning Côa ValleyMuseum, or if you’re a littlemore adventurous at heart, take a canoeing excursion on the Sabor River. Alternatively, join the ‘Tastes of the Côa Valley’ excursion and sample some of the regions produce such as jams,marmalades and sugared almonds. Meals:B.L.D

Day 9 Pinhão > Porto e 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 to their way of life – an experience exclusive for Scenic guests. Enrich: The beauty of São Francisco Church is sure to impress.The façade is a mixture of Gothic and Baroque architecture,while the interior glows with intricatewood carvings covered in gold. Witness a spectacular private concert in thesewondrous surroundings. Meals:B.L.D Day 10 Porto f 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: Tour Guimarães, the seat of the first King of Portugal, including the impressive Ducal Palace, or enjoy a tasting in the fairytale environs of Quinta da Aveleda. Meals:B.L.D

11 Day Cruise & Tour

Lisbon > Porto

Day 1 UK > Lisbon

Day 4 Lisbon > Porto

Fly to Lisbon fromone of up to 9 UK regional airports. Start your journey with a three night stay at the Intercontinental Lisbon*. Day 2 Lisbon f Thismorning, tour Lisbon with your knowledgeable local guide. Freechoice: Visit theMaritime Museumand learn the nautical history of this once dominant seafaring nation, or visit the hilltop Sintra National

Your journey via Portugal’s medieval capital, Coimbra, takes you to Porto where you’ll board the luxurious Scenic Azure. Meals:B.D Day 5 Porto > Regua Enjoy on board activities such as traditional tile painting, or simply relax as your luxurious Scenic Space-Shipmeanders its way to Regua where you have the chance to explore the DouroMuseumat 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

Palace. Meals:B Day 3 Lisbon

Today is yours to explore this wonderful city at your leisure. Tonight, enjoy Portuguese cuisine at its finest. Meals:B.D