7-night Villages and Vintages – Cruising the Douro River Valley Cruise

Cruise Inclusions

EXPERIENCE WITH TAUCK

TAUCK EXCLUSIVE – Private dinner with wine pairings at Quinta do Portal, a Douro Valley wine estate

TAUCK EXCLUSIVE – Port wine cocktail-making workshop

TAUCK EXCLUSIVE – Bicycle tour through Vinho Verde wine country

TAUCK VALUE INCLUDES

Gratuities to ship staff, drivers, local guides, Tauck Directors and Tauck Cruise Director

All private Tauck shore excursions – $1,675 Value!

Seven nights on the Douro aboard ms Andorinha, designed for Tauck

Guided walking tour of Porto's colorful historic center

Choice of a visit to a local town on the border of Spain and Portugal for a look into its historical past, or Museu do Côa in the Vale do Côa Archaeological Park

Guided tour of 18th-century Mateus Palace in Vila Real

Visit to the Museo do Douro, a museum of local viticulture in Peso do Régua

Guided visit to the charming medieval city of Guimarães

Unlimited complimentary beverages aboard ship include regional wine, beer and premium spirits in addition to specialty coffee, water and soft drinks

Airport transfers upon arrival and departure as noted

20 meals; service charges, gratuities to local guides, mission fees, taxes and porterage

Available Add-Ons

Optional roundtrip airfare from your city
Pre or post cruise hotel stay

Destination Guide
Suggested Shore Excursions

Destination	Arrival	Departure
Porto (Oporto) Porto (Oporto) 06/12/2026 Tour begins 5:00 PM. A transfer is included from Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (Porto Airport) or Porto Campanhã station to your riverboat, ms Andorinha, on the Douro River. Settle in, then join us for a welcome reception followed by dinner and onboard entertainment. Meals :D 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	06/12/2026	06/13/2026
Douro Valley	06/13/2026	06/13/2026
Peso da Regua	06/14/2026	06/14/2026
Pinhao	06/14/2026	06/14/2026
Vega de Terron	06/15/2026	06/15/2026
Pocinho	06/16/2026	06/16/2026
Pinhao	06/16/2026	06/17/2026
Guimaraes	06/18/2026	06/18/2026
Porto (Oporto) 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	06/18/2026	06/19/2026

Tauck - Cruise Division: ms Andorinha for Tauck

Custom-designed by the long-time partner Scylla to accommodate no more than 84 guests within an innovative deck plan featuring 12 300-sq. ft. Tauck Suites and 20 225-sq. ft. cabins, this brand-new 80-meter (263-foot) riverboat was specifically built for cruising amidst the historic quintas and picturesque villages along Portugal's golden Douro River.

Ship Statistics

Built Year: 2020
Ship Length: 263 ft (80.2 m)
Passenger Capacity: 84

Number of Crew: 36
Registry: Swiss

Suite

Cat 1 Emerald Deck (1) $6,990

Category: 1

Size: 150 sq. ft. Private Balcony: No Beds: 2 European twin beds that can slide together; 200 cm x 156 cm (two beds 200 cm x 78 cm each); 79" x 61" (two beds 79" x 31"), 4 pieces of luggage can be stored under beds.
Stateroom Amenities: Flat Screen TV with Remote Control, Hair dryer, Individually Controlled Heating and A/C, International Direct Dial Telephone, iPod Dock with Alarm Clock, Mini-Bar/Refrigerator, Nespresso machine, Outlets: 220v above nightstands and desk, 110V above desk, Safe, Shoe Polish Towels, Wine Glasses.

Cat 2 Emerald Deck (2) $7,490

Category: 2

Size: 200 sq. ft. Private Balcony: No Beds: 2 European twin beds that can slide together (79" x 31" when separate, 79" x 61" when together).
Stateroom Amenities: Flat Screen TV with Remote Control, Hair Dryer, Individually Controlled Heating and A/C, International Direct Dial Telephone, iPod Dock with Alarm Clock, Mini-Bar/Refrigerator, Nespresso machine, Outlets: 220v outlets above nightstands and desk, 110V above desk, Safe, Shoe Polish Towels, Wine Glasses.

Cat 3 Ruby Deck (3) $8,990

Category: 3

Size: 225 sq. ft. Private Balcony: French Beds: 2 European twin beds that can slide together (200 cm x 160 cm (79" x 63") when together, or 200 cm x 80 cm (79" x 31.5") per bed when separate), Approximately 4 pieces of luggage can be stored under beds Stateroom Amenities: Flat Screen TV with Remote Control, Hair dryer, Individually Controlled Heating and A/C, International Direct Dial Telephone, iPod Dock with Alarm Clock, Mini-Bar/Refrigerator, Nespresso machine, Outlets: 220v above nightstands and desk, 110V above dresser, Safe, Shoe Polish Towels, Wine Glasses.

Cat 4 Diamond Deck (4) $9,190

Category: 4

Size: 225 sq. ft. Private Balcony: French Beds: 2 European twin beds that can slide together; (200 cm x 160 cm (79" x 63") when together, or 200 cm x 80 cm (79" x 31.5") per bed when separate), Approximately 4 pieces of luggage can be stored under beds Stateroom Amenities: Flat Screen TV with Remote Control, Hair dryer, Individually Controlled Heating and A/C, International Direct Dial Telephone, iPod Dock with Alarm Clock, Mini-Bar/Refrigerator, Nespresso machine, Outlets: 220v above nightstands and desk, 110V above dresser, Safe, Shoe Polish Towels, Wine Glasses.

Cat 5 Diamond Deck (5) $9,690

Category: 5

Size: 300 sq. ft. Private Balcony: French Beds: 2 European twin beds that can slide together; (200 cm x 90 cm (79" x 35") when separate or 200 cm x 180 cm (79" x 71") when together Sofa bed is 190 cm x 110 cm (75" x 43"), Approximately 4 pieces of luggage can be stored under beds.
Stateroom Amenities: 220v above nightstands and desk, 110V above dresser, Flat Screen TV with Remote Control, Hair dryer, Individually Controlled Heating and A/C, International Direct Dial Telephone, iPod Dock with Alarm Clock, Mini-Bar/Refrigerator, Nespresso machine, Safe, Shoe Polish Towels, Wine Glasses, Cat 5 ONLY: Room-service breakfast featuring continental breakfast with eggs, a shipboard credit (one per stateroom) is provided to be used onboard for spa services, gift shop purchases, etc.

Special Solo Traveler Savings: No Single Supplement in Category 1: On all departures, the single price in Category 1 is the same as the double price – no single supplement, which means savings of up to 50% for solo travelers!

Solo Travelers also enjoy Savings of $1000 per cabin in Category 3 and 4: on the April 10, July 3, August 7 and October 9 departures. Certain restrictions apply; ask at time of booking!

Shipboard Credit for Category 5 Staterooms: a €100 shipboard credit (one per stateroom) is provided to guests booked in a Category 5 stateroom to be used for onboard purchases or services (spa, laundry, gift shop, etc.)

Land/cruise price per person, based on double occupancy, includes: cruise fare, most meals, port charges, beer and wine with lunch and dinner aboard ship, shore excursions, applicable fuel surcharges, and gratuities to Tauck Directors, Tauck Cruise Director, ship staff, local guides & drivers, as well as on all included meals. Unlimited complimentary beverages aboard ship include regional wine, beer and premium spirits in addition to specialty coffee, water and soft drinks.

Itinerary Changes: Although not expected, Tauck reserves the right to alter the sequence of ports or omit or substitute scheduled ports or attractions at any time without prior notice. East and west itineraries are similar. Museums and attractions may be subject to closure due to state, local or religious holidays. This cruise includes a fair amount of walking in each city.

Shore Excursion Selection: Tauck will contact guests 90 days prior to departure to assist with shore excursion selections.

Note: For activities marked with an asterisk (*) in day-by-day descriptions, participation is at your own risk; a signed liability waiver will be required.

All fares are quoted in US Dollars.

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