Detailed Port Descriptions

Day 1      PORTO

Arrive in Porto, the port city at the mouth of the Douro. You will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to Uniworld S.S. São Gabriel to begin your Douro River Cruise.  

Day 2      PORTO, ENTRE-OS-RIOS

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.  

Day 3 ENTRE-OS-RIOS, RÉGUA

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.  

Day 4 RÉGUA, POCINHO, VEGA DE TERRÓN

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.  

Day 5 VEGA DE TERRÓN (SALAMANCA), BARCA D’ALVA

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.  

Day 6 BARCA D’ALVA, RÉGUA

Head ashore for 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.  

Day 7 RÉGUA (GUIMARÃES), PORTO

Explore Guimarães, the town where Portugal was born. Its well-preserved architecture and stylish young residents make it a pleasure to visit.

Day 8 PORTO

Today you will disembark Uniworld S.S. São Gabriel with amazing photos and memories of your time on the Douro River.  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.   Note: The itineraries presented are subject to modification due to water levels, closures because of public holidays or other uncontrollable factors. Every effort will be made to operate programs as planned, but changes may still be necessary throughout the cruise. This day-to-day schedule is subject to change. Your final day-to-day schedule will be provided onboard on the first day of your cruise.