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Portugal & Spain Bike & River Cruise: Douro Valley
Guided Bike & Boat
- Daily Mileage: 6-45 miles|
- Biking: 1-5 hours|
Starting From
11-day Air Package
$8,295
8-day Bike Tour Only
$7,095
Per person, double occupancy
Portugal & Spain Bike & River Cruise: Douro Valley
If you’re dreaming of a Douro Valley River cruise with a rich bouquet of cycling options and authentic Portuguese culture—this is the one! Our expert trip designers have uncovered picturesque and invigorating rides through historic fincas and small medieval villages—including Marialva, where you’ll explore its splendid 12th-century hilltop castle. Revel in a gentle spin along the storied shores of the Douro River, passing a landscape of chestnut trees, picturesque villages, and charming vineyards before pausing for a port wine tasting at an exclusive wine cellar in Pinhão. Cross the border into Spain and discover the “Golden City” of Salamanca with its stunning cathedrals and ancient bridges—or perhaps you’ll choose to pedal into the scenic Spanish hills, pausing for rural lunch of local delicacies in a remote Spanish village. Along the way, you’ll enjoy the luxurious amenities of your Emerald Cruises ship—dining on authentic Portuguese cuisine in its five-star restaurant and relaxing outdoors on the sun deck by the pool as the scenic vistas of the Douro drift by.
Tour Highlights
Unpack once, then cruise the picturesque Douro River into wine country, disembarking to cycle the back roads of Portugal and Spain.
Luxuriate in the amenities of Emerald’s most intimate river cruise ship, the MS Emerald Radiance.
Pedal through scenic countryside, passing lush vineyards and rural landscapes and pausing to soak in the ambience of historic villages.
Sample the port wines for which the Douro Valley is renowned during a private tasting with a wine producer.
Savor the distinctive cuisine of Portugal, from its fresh seafood to its farm-to-table produce and cured meats.
Positive Impact
VBT is proud to support Wine to Water with a donation on behalf of each guest on this tour. Wine to Water is an international organization providing access to clean drinking water and emergency supplies in water-challenged regions. We believe in giving back to the places that have enriched the lives of our guests. We’re committed to identifying and supporting sustainable initiatives in a variety of areas including education, world health, economic equality, safe drinking water, the environment, and the preservation of cultural traditions.
What to Expect
On Shore: This tour offers moderate riverside terrain, with daily bus shuttles to the cycling routes. Riding is primarily on paved country roads with limited traffic, through both urban and rural areas. Our VBT support vehicle is available every day at designated points for those who need assistance.
On Board Ship: Our group of up to 20 VBT guests will be part of a larger group on board our 112-passenger river cruise ship. Every day will include your choice of exclusive VBT activities and opportunities to join others. While in port, our ship may be docked adjacent to other ships. This means you might walk through other ships while boarding or disembarking, and some views may be obstructed while in port.
- Daily Mileage: 6-45 miles|
- Biking: 1-5 hours|
- Group Size: 20
Cyclists
Support
Average High /
Low Temperature (°F):
Apr64º/49º
May68º/53º
Jun73º/58º
Jul76º/60º
Aug77º/60º
Sep75º/58º
Oct69º/55º
Average
Precipitation:
Apr2.5 in
May1.7 in
Jun0.5 in
Jul0.2 in
Aug0.3 in
Sep1.0 in
Oct3.8 in
Air Package |
Tour Only |
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Roundtrip international airfare |
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Airport car service for arrival and departure |
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One night in Lisbon and one night in Porto in conveniently located hotels with daily breakfast |
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7 nights aboard a deluxe river ship |
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21 meals: 7 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 7 dinners |
Step-Through Electric-Assisted Bicycle (E-bike)
See More >Road Bicycle (Carbon frame)
See More >Biking Packages Include:
Custom VBT Bike and Helmet
Two Local, Bilingual Trip Leaders
Support Vehicle
Luggage Transportation
Ride with GPS and Daily Route Notes
Welcome Reception
Facilitated Cultural Experiences
Your Choice of VBT Branded Gear for Your Adventure
Accommodations (Please Note: Days are based on the Air Package Itinerary. Accommodations may vary depending on departure date. )
Enjoy Your Vacation Longer With Low-Cost Trip Extensions
Air Package Only
2025 Pre-Trip Extension - Lisbon
2 Nights From
$395
per person, double
occupancy
Single Supplement: From $345
- 2 nights at the 138 Liberdade Hotel
- Airport car service for arrival
- Daily breakfast
- City information
Your vacation is about to begin! Spend your first night aloft and arrive ready for an unforgettable trip.
A VBT representative will greet you at the airport to start your adventure off right. A complimentary car service will whisk you to your centrally located hotel. From here, you are perfectly positioned to explore this charming city at your leisure.
After a delicious included breakfast at your hotel, you are free to explore on your own, using our included city information packet to guide your discoveries.
Included Meals: Breakfast
After a delicious included breakfast at your hotel, you are free to explore on your own, using our included city information packet to guide your discoveries.
Included Meals: Breakfast
138 Liberdade Hotel
This five-star hotel is ideally located on Lisbon’s main boulevard, Avenida da Liberdade, in the center of this historical city. Leisure travelers will find a myriad of ways to occupy themselves thanks to the hotel’s convenient location close to Rossio Square and the Baixa District. After a day of exploring, enjoy spacious, air conditioned guest rooms with luxurious amenities. The hotel has an outside terrace for morning coffee or afternoon cocktails and the signature restaurant serves Portuguese specialties throughout the day. A 24-hour fitness center equipped with free weights and cardiovascular equipment is open seven days a week.
Air Package Only
2025 Post-Trip Extension - Porto
1 Nights From
$145
per person, double
occupancy
Single Supplement: From $145
- 1 night at the Pestana Porto – A Brasileira
- Airport car service for departure
- Daily breakfast
- City information
After a delicious included breakfast at your hotel, you are free to continue exploring on your own, using our included city information packet to guide your discoveries.
Included Meals: Breakfast
After an included breakfast this morning, complimentary transportation to the Porto airport will be provided (an approximately 20 to 30-minute drive, depending on traffic) for your departing flight.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Pestana Porto A Brasileira
Minutes away from the famous iconic Avenida dos Aliados, the Ribeira district, the Teatro Sá da Bandeira, and the famous São Bento railway station, the Pestana Porto – A Brasileira hotel will not disappoint. A luxurious, 5-star property, its 89 rooms and four suites are thematically tied to imported products during the 15th and 16th centuries such as anise, cocoa, and pink pepper. The hotel’s original architectural features remain, plus a Portuguese cuisine inspired restaurant, along with the “A Brasileira” café, notably the first to serve coffee in cups, all contributing to a unique stay in the heart of Porto.
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