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13 Night Flavors of Portugal and Spain and Land Tour

From Madrid to Lisbon

AmaVida

AMA Waterways
4 Stars
  • Cruise #: 14245645
  • Departs: Sat, Oct 23, 2027
  • Returns: Tue, Nov 2, 2027
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    Itinerary Summary

    Tour Features and Highlights

    Day by Day Details

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Wednesday - Oct 20, 2027
    Day
    1
    Madrid, Spain
    • Madrid, Spain
    Arrive in Madrid and check into your hotel.

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Thursday - Oct 21, 2027
    Day
    2
    Madrid, Spain
    • Madrid, Spain
    Enjoy a guided tour of Madrid, Spain's capital since the Spanish Golden Age and now its largest city, a place with broad avenues, grand museums, stately gardens, and lively tapas bars. Known for its historic districts, art, music, and epicurean delights, Madrid is a cosmopolitan metropolis with a vibrant nightlife scene. The city's top landmarks include the elaborate Royal Palace, Buen Retiro Park, Puerta del Sol, Mercado de San Miguel, Plaza Mayor, and such renowned art galleries as the Prado Museum and Centro de Arte Reina Sofia. (B) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Friday - Oct 22, 2027
    Day
    3
    Madrid, Spain
    • Madrid, Spain
    • Bus Travel
    • Toledo, Spain
    • Bus Travel
    • Madrid, Spain
    You'll visit the walled city of Toledo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the ancient capital of Spain. The city is a treasure trove of artistic riches that once inspired Spanish Renaissance artist, El Greco, with its winding streets and well-preserved medieval architecture. As part of your guided tour, you will visit the Cathedral of Toledo (one of the world's greatest Gothic structures) as well as the Synagogue Santa Maria la Blanca in the Jewish Quarter. (B) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Saturday - Oct 23, 2027
    Day
    4
    Madrid, Spain
    • Madrid, Spain
    • Bus Travel
    • Salamanca, Spain
    • Bus Travel

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 4 - Saturday - Oct 23, 2027
    Day
    4
    Cruise Begins
    • Cruise Begins
    • Vega de Terron, Spain
    Depart Madrid for an excursion to Salamanca, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located at the center of Spain's Castilla y Leon region. Your guided city tour includes the university buildings, Salamanca Cathedral, and the uniquely adorned House of Shells. Later, you will be transferred to Vega de Terron to board your river cruise ship. (B,L,D) ...
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    • Vega de Terron, Spain
    Board your river ship for your Flavors of Portugal & Spain cruise. (D)
    Sunday - Oct 24, 2027
    Day
    5
    • Barca d'Alva, Portugal
    • Bus Travel
    • Castelo Rodrigo, Portugal
    • Bus Travel
    • Barca d'Alva, Portugal
    • Pinhao, Portugal
    Venture to Castelo Rodrigo, known as the "White Village" because of its almond trees. The site offers spectacular views of the surrounding area. Join a walking tour through its medieval streets and see the houses and establishments with 16th-century facade and Manueline-style windows. If you prefer a more active adventure there, you can hike up to the town. At the end of both tours, enjoy a tasting of local favorites, such as almonds, cheese, bread, and wine. Later in the day, cruise along the scenic Douro to Pinhao. (B,L,D) ...
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    Monday - Oct 25, 2027
    Day
    6
    Pinhao, Portugal
    • Pinhao, Portugal
    • Bus Travel
    • Quinta da Roeda, Portugal
    • Bus Travel
    • Pinhao, Portugal
    Embark on a leisurely walk to the charming Pinhao Railway Station, a stunning train station along the Douro Line, one of the most iconic rail journeys in Portugal. The station's main building is revered for its 25 tile panels, all in shades of blue, that depict scenes from the Douro region. Afterward, enjoy an exclusive lunch at Quinta da Roeda. Nestled in the heart of the Douro Valley, this historic estate is celebrated for its centuries-old vineyards and iconic terraced landscapes. Later in the day, a wine tasting will be waiting for you at another local quinta. (B,L,D) ...
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    Tuesday - Oct 26, 2027
    Day
    7
    Regua, Portugal
    • Regua, Portugal
    • Bus Travel
    • Casa Mateus, Portugal
    • Bus Travel
    • Lamego, Portugal
    • Bus Travel
    • Regua, Portugal
    Discover the Baroque magic of Mateus Palace and gardens. Later in the day, you have a choice of two excursions. Your first option is an excursion to ancient and picturesque Lamego, home to one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Portugal, the Nossa Senhora dos Remedios (Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies). For active adventurers, you can hike up the famed Lamego Steps, also known as the Holy Staircase. (B,L,D) ...
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    Wednesday - Oct 27, 2027
    Day
    8
    Regua, Portugal
    • Regua, Portugal
    • Entre-os-Rios, Portugal
    Enjoy a scenic cruise along the Douro from Regua to Entre-os-Rios. This will be followed by a traditional "home-cooked" meal at a local quinta. (B,L,D)
    Thursday - Oct 28, 2027
    Day
    9
    • Entre-os-Rios, Portugal
    • Porto (Oporto), Portugal
    Enjoy a morning of scenic cruising on your way to Porto, then join a guided tour of Porto's historic quarter, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You'll see the cathedral, one of the city's oldest monuments; the main square, ringed with shops and cafes; and the Sao Bento Railway Station, known for its blue-and-white tile panels depicting scenes from Portuguese history. You'll also enjoy a tasting of Port, Portugal's most renowned contribution to the world of wine. For a more active adventure, join a hike in Porto and explore the old harbor quarter, passing through the medieval streets of Porto; afterwards, indulge in a Port wine tasting. (B,L,D) ...
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    Friday - Oct 29, 2027
    Day
    10
    Porto (Oporto), Portugal
    • Porto (Oporto), Portugal
    Enjoy a day at leisure. (B,L,D)
    Saturday - Oct 30, 2027
    Day
    11
    Porto (Oporto), Portugal
    • Porto (Oporto), Portugal
    Your journey comes to an end in Porto as you prepare for your homeward flight. (B)
    • Porto (Oporto), Portugal
    • Cruise Ends

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Day 11 - Saturday - Oct 30, 2027
    Day
    11
    • Bus Travel
    • Tomar, Portugal
    • Bus Travel
    • Lisbon, Portugal
    After disembarking your ship, take a motorcoach ride through the Portuguese countryside. Stop in Tomar and visit the castle of the Knights Templar, the walls of which envelop the elaborate Convent of Christ, a UNESCO World Heritage Site from the 12th century boasting spectacular frescoes and azulejos (iconic blue painted tiles). Afterward, continue to Lisbon to check into your hotel. (B) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Sunday - Oct 31, 2027
    Day
    12
    Lisbon, Portugal
    • Lisbon, Portugal
    One of Europe's most beautiful cities, Lisbon sprawls across several hills along the Tagus River. Your city tour includes two UNESCO World Heritage Sites. You'll see the fortified Belem Tower and visit the spectacular Jeronimos Monastery, a late Gothic-style structure. The rest of the afternoon is free for you to explore the city at your leisure, perhaps to visit the Castle of Sao Jorge or the Santa Justa Elevator that overlooks the castle, the river, and Rossio Square. (B) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Monday - Nov 1, 2027
    Day
    13
    Lisbon, Portugal
    • Lisbon, Portugal
    • Bus Travel
    • Sintra, Portugal
    • Bus Travel
    • Lisbon, Portugal
    Enjoy a morning excursion to Sintra, one of the most picturesque mountain villages in Portugal, a former summer residence of the Portuguese royal family and a source of inspiration for Lord Byron and generations of other artists and poets. Your guided tour includes a visit to the Pena Palace, a fairytale castle situated high on a rocky peak, followed by free time. (B) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Tuesday - Nov 2, 2027
    Day
    14
    Lisbon, Portugal
    • Lisbon, Portugal
    Your journey comes to an end as you prepare for your homeward flight. (B); DISCLAIMER: Itinerary subject to change.


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