Avalon Douro River Cruise – Save $4,200 per couple*

DAY 1 – LISBON, PORTUGAL

Welcome to Lisbon.

Your day in Lisbon is free to explore at your leisure.

DAY 2 – LISBON

Classic Excursion: Explore Lisbon, Portugal’s capital, with a Local Guide. Do not
miss the must-see sights, including Belem Tower and the Monument to the
Discoveries.

You might opt to join an optional gastronomic walking tour to learn about the authentic flavors, aromas, and traditions of Portugal.

This evening, you might join an optional excursion including a traditional Portuguese
dinner, followed by a live concert of traditional Portuguese Fado music.

Meals Included: Breakfast

DAY 3 – LISBON

Classic Excursion: Join us on a guided excursion to Sintra, where you will visit the
National Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Afterwards, drive to Cabo da Roca
and enjoy some free time in the Western most point of continental Europe.

Meals Included: Breakfast

DAY 4 – LISBON to PORTO

Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding

Classic Excursion: Stop in Coimbra for a guided city sightseeing tour. Accompanied
by a Local Guide, you’ll explore the historical area of the city and learn all about the
oldest university in Portugal, and one of the oldest in the world.

Transfer to Porto to board your Avalon Suite Ship®

Enjoy dinner and explore the ship on your first night on board. Overnight docking in
Porto.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 5 – PORTO to PORTO ANTIGO

Classic Excursion: Join a guided sightseeing tour of Porto, a UNESCO World
Heritage site. Continue your experience with a ride to the riverside city of Matosinhos
and up Avenida da Boavista to admire some of the modern charms of Porto – from
ancient avenues to avant-garde graffiti street art, OR:

Classic Excursion: Enter a world of Celtic history and the reign of Cesar Augustus
where five roads diverged to form an empire with a full-day guided tour of Braga.
Marvel at the magnificent castle and San Miguel church in Guimaraes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site *.

Later, feel the passion of Portugal’s soulful and stirring Fado music during a visit with
local musicians on board. Overnight docking in Porto Antigo.

*On March, second half of September, October & November departures this excursion
will be offered on day 7 and replaced by bike tour or Porto wine tasting

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 6 – PESO DA RÉGUA

Discovery Excursion: Experience life on one of the oldest farms in the Douro Valley with a personal tour by the owner of the house, including a wine tasting, OR:

Discovery Excursion: Join a wine painting class with the guidance of a resident
artist for a unique and new experience to portray an image linked to the culture of wine
through an innovative process, OR:

Classic Excursion: Take a guided walking tour of the charming town of Lamego.
Enjoy a taste of the local bola de Lamego with sparkling wine and stroll past iconic
landmarks like the majestic Lamego Cathedral.

Enjoy a short sailing to Pinhão.

Enjoy a peaceful stroll through the quaint riverside town of Pinhao or consider joining
an optional excursion to learn about the Douro Valley’s “liquid gold” at a traditional olive-oil mill. Overnight docking in Pinhão.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 7 – POCINHO

Enjoy a relaxing cruise to Pocinho for a day in the Terra Quente region.

Discovery Excursion: Join a Workshop conducted by a professional painter to
discover the process of painting azulejos (traditional Portuguese tile).

Active Excursion: Discover the Douro River by kayak on a guided adventure
through Portugal’s stunning valley. Enjoy breathtaking views and unforgettable
moments*, OR:

Discovery Excursion: Experience the charm of the Douro region with a visit to a historic vineyard estate. Enjoy a tasting of exquisite red, white, and port wines while
soaking in stunning views and uncovering the rich heritage of this renowned
winemaking region.

Discovery Excursion: Join us for an onboard workshop to learn Portuguese
language and culture. Discover essential words, charming stories, and clever tricks that
bring this centuries-old language to life in an interactive and memorable way.

This evening, enjoy an onboard Flamenco show with local artists.

Overnight docking in Barca d’alva.

*On March. April, second half of Sentember. October & November a bike tour will be offered to replace this excursion.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 8 – BARCA D’ALVA

Classic Excursion: Join our guide for a guided tour this morning to of one of the
most remote villages of the country, Freixo de Espada a Cinta village in the Douro
International Natural Park, home to majestic birds of prey, OR:

Classic Excursion: Enjoy a guided tour to the historical village of Castelo Rodrigo,
which, from the top of a hill, dominates the plateau that stretches from Spain in the
east to the deep valley of the Douro in the north. Stroll through its medieval streets and discover the small details that give it colour, such as the Hebrew inscriptions and
crosses carved on the doorposts and voussoirs, OR:

Classic Excursion: Get a taste of Spain with a full-day excursion to Salamanca. This
Spanish city will take your breath away with its stunning streets and squares, featuring
a feast for the eyes with Romanesque, Gothic, Baroque, and “Plateresque” architecture.

This evening, enjoy live entertainment on board. Overnight docking in Ferradosa.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 9 – FERRADOSA to LEVERINHO

This morning, enjoy a leisurely sailing through the Douro River.

Discovery Excursion: Enjoy an onboard pastry demonstration.

Discovery Excursion: Join us for an onboard Lecture to learn more about the wines
of the region.

Discovery Excursion: Take a visit to a wine-producing property, and taste the
freshness and lightness of iconic Vinho Verde wine, considered one of the world’s
unique white wines, OR:

Classic Excursion: Join a guided visit to Casa de Mateus, iconic symbol of the well-known “Mateus Rose” wine and enjoy a tasting of locally produced wine.

This evening, enjoy an onboard live entertainment. Overnight docking in Leverinho.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 10 – PORTO

Active Excursion: Enjoy the wharfs of the Douro River and the coastal magnificence of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia, on a guided bike tour, OR;

Discovery Excursion: Enjoy a guided visit to one of the many Port wine cellars, where a guide will accompany you through the cellar’s facilities, explaining where the grapes are harvested and how the wines are made. At the end of your explorations, taste some of the wines, OR:

Classic Excursion: Join a guided sightseeing tour of Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Continue your experience with a ride to the riverside city of Matosinhos and up Avenida da Boavista to admire some of the modern charms of Porto – from ancient avenues to avant-garde graffiti street art.

This afternoon, you may choose to join in a guided optional excursion such as a visit to family-owned factory to witness the Portuguese art of cork and barrel production or a culinary tour experience. Perhaps simply spend time strolling through Porto’s cobblestone lanes, lovely shops, and tempting tapas bars this afternoon before experiencing the energy of Porto’s buzzing nightlife.

Overnight docking in Porto.

*On March, second half of September, October & November the Porto sightseeing excursion, the bike tour and the Porto wine tasting will be offered on day 2. The full-day excursion to Braga and Guimarães originally planned for day 2 will be offered on this day. As an alternative, enjoy a sailing morning and free time in the afternoon in Porto.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 11 – PORTO (DISEMBARKATION)

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Explore Portugal’s dazzling Douro River on Avalon’s newest addition to their award-winning fleet of Suite Ships®. The Avalon Alegria delights river cruisers with exceptional experiences and the elegant yet relaxed luxury you’ve come to expect from Avalon Waterways.

As the newest addition to the fleet of Suite Ships, the Avalon Alegria certainly lives up to its name, meaning happiness, which flows from stem to stern on this 262-foot ship. Choose from 14 deluxe staterooms or 37 Panorama Suites® with a spacious capacity of just 102 passengers.

Choose from two full decks of award-winning Panorama Suites, featuring wall-to-wall and floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows that transform your living space into a unique Open-Air Balcony. The 200-square-foot Panorama Suites are more than 30% larger than the industry standard, with Avalon’s signature window-facing “Beds with a View.”

Onboard amenities include complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi access, an Adventure Center with complimentary active gear, and an Avalon Adventure Host to assist with active excursions and on board fitness classes and activities. Enjoy exceptional onboard cuisine, including Avalon Fresh® menu options, premium coffee and spirits, and versatile FlexDining venues, including the casual Panorama Bistro, al fresco Sky Grill, or elegant glass-walled Dining Room.

Make yourself at home in the Club lounge with a variety of coffees, teas, cold beverages, and pastries while settling in with your pick of books, cards, and board games. Relax and watch the world go by in our Observation Lounge for the perfect vantage point to peruse Portugal’s stunning Douro Valley and vineyards. Stretch out on the Sky Deck with a plunge pool, premium lounge chairs, and shade system to relax while sailing through Portugal’s most spectacular views!

Suites & Staterooms

• Open–Air Balconies and Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Windows in all Panorama SuitesSM
• Comfort Collection BedsSM with choice of mattress firmness
• Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
• Soft & firm pillows
• Nightly turn-down service
• Bedside tables with reading lamps
• Individual climate control and in-room safe
• Full-size closet and mirror
• Additional under-bed luggage storage
• Flatscreen satellite TV with wide selection of free movie channels and English-speaking TV
• Direct-dial telephone
• Complimentary filtered water
• Well-stocked mini bar
• USB Ports
• Bathrobes & slippers
• Premium L’Occitane® bath products & hairdryer
• Large bathroom featuring shower with glass door

Dining

• Chef-prepared onboard meals with regional cuisine and familiar favourites
• Seasonal cuisine featuring the freshest local ingredients
• Avalon Fresh® healthy cuisine options at every meal
• Spacious, open-seating Panorama Dining Room
• Daily breakfast buffet with full range of classic breakfast items, healthy Avalon Fresh® options and daily a la carte specials
• Complimentary room service for Continental breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Daily lunch buffet featuring regional specialties, classic dishes, healthy Avalon Fresh® options and rotating chef’s features including carving & pasta stations. Alternatively, you may dine al fresco at our Sky Grill on the Sky Deck (weather and itinerary permitting) or enjoy a light lunch in the Panorama Lounge.
• Afternoon Tea featuring tea, coffee, and sweet treats
• Four-course dinners with choice of appetisers, soups, salads, entrées and desserts or cheese
• Linger over several selections from the Panorama Bistro’s tasting menu for a less formal “sit-down” atmosphere
• Complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks with lunch and dinner
• Avalon FlexDining® flexible dining times with menu & venue options
• Vegetarian options at every meal, as well as vegan, low calorie, low fat, high fiber, low cholesterol, high energy and allergy-free selections
• Panorama Lounge & Bar with premium spirits, cosy seating, panoramic windows & dance floor
• Welcome & farewell cocktails with sparkling wine & canapés
• Included Happy Hour every evening featuring house beer, wine, cocktails and a drink of the day
• Cocktails with a view on the Sky Deck
• Specialty coffees, espresso drinks and beWell Essence flavoured and infused water available throughout each day

Fitness & Wellness

• Active shore excursions, both included and optional
• Fitness Center
• Avalon Adventure Centre:

Your place for active gear* and activities through your Avalon Adventure HostSM, including:

• Bikes
• Maps for hiking, biking and jogging routes
• Canoe and kayak excursions
• Fitbits®
• Walking sticks
• Binoculars
• Daypacks
• Yoga mats
• Fitness bands