The Picos de Europa, Portugal & Douro River Cruise
From £5799 per person
19 Days / 18 Nights
2 - 20 June 2027
Other dates may be available
Combine an incredible driving tour of the Picos de Europa and Portugal, with a wonderful 8-day Douro River cruise on board VIVA Cruises Porto Mirante ship from Porto.
The Douro Valley is a region rich in history, culture, natural beauty as well as some fantastic drives. The N222 between Pinhão and Régua was voted the ‘World’s Best Drive’ in 2015.
Porto is synonymous with Port wine, a fortified wine produced exclusively in the Douro Valley. Many Port wine lodges, known as “caves,” are located across the Douro River in Vila Nova de Gaia, where you can learn about the wine-making process and enjoy tastings!
The Picos de Europa stands out as perhaps the most stunning National Park in Spain, if not all of Europe. Spanning 300 square miles, its remarkable natural splendour bridges Cantabria and Asturias, offering striking contrasts. Small mountain villages are tucked away in the higher slopes and are almost completely isolated.
Tour Dates & Prices
What's Included
Return Brittany Ferries Crossing from the UK to Spain
2 berth inside cabin on overnight crossings (upgrades available on request)
2 Nights at the Parador de Cangas de Onís, Asturias
1 Night at the Parador de Puebla de Sanabria
1 Night at the Longroiva Hotel and Spa, Portugal
2 Nights at Monverde Wine Experience Hotel, Amarante
Return Transfers from the Monverde Wine Hotel to the Cruise Ship Terminal in Porto
8 Day, 7 Night Douro River Cruise on-board VIVA Cruises Porto Mirante
All Inclusive on-board
1 Night at the Parador de Puebla de Sanabria
1 Night at the Parador de Santillana Gil Blas, Santillana del Mar
15 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches & 14 Dinners – Including Welcome Dinner, in the Hotel on the First Night
Road Book featuring Maps, Great Drives, Cruise Information & Local Attractions
Commemorative Tour Rally Plate
Car Parking at Hotels
Secure Car Parking at the Hotel Vila Galé Douro Vineyards for the duration of the cruise
OPTIONAL Cruise Excursions - contact us for details & prices
Itinerary
DAYS 1 & 2 At sea overnight crossing from UK to Spain
DAY 3 Arrival in Spain & Drive to Cangas de Onís & Welcome Dinner
DAY 4 At leisure in Cangas de Onís
DAY 5 Cangas de Onís to Puebla de Sanabria via Riaño
DAY 6 Puebla de Sanabria to Longrovia, Portugal
DAY 7 Longrovia to Marmelal via Pinhão & Peso de Régua
DAY 8 At Leisure at the Monverde Wine Experience Hotel
DAY 9 Transfer from Hotel to Porto & Board River Cruise Ship. OPTIONAL Tour of Porto by Night Excursion
DAY 10 Morning in Porto with OPTIONAL excursions, before cruising to Régua in the afternoon
DAY 11 Arrival in Régua, with OPTIONAL excursion to Mateus Palace & Douro Museum. Sailing overnight to Vega de Terron
DAY 12 Arrival in Vega de Terron with OPTIONAL excursions to Salamanca
DAY 13 This morning will be sent cruising, with OPTIONAL afternoon excursions to Pinhão & Port Tasting. Gala Dinner Evening
DAY 14 Arrival in Porto with OPTIONAL excursion to Lamego. Enjoy an evening of Fado-themed entertainment
DAY 15 At leisure in Porto with OPTIONAL excursion to Guimarães
DAY 16 Disembark in Porto, Transfer to Marmelal, Drive to Puebla de Sanabria
DAY 17 Puebla de Sanabria to Santillana del Mar via the Picos de Europa
DAY 18 Santillana del Mar to Bilbao/Santander Port. Overnight ferry back to the UK
DAY 19 Onward journey home from your UK arrival port
Hotels
Longroiva Hotel Rural
Longroiva Hotel Rural offers free WiFi throughout the property and rooms with air conditioning in Longroiva. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a year-round heated outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy a selection of Portuguese dishes in the on-site restaurant.At the hotel the rooms are fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. All units at Longroiva Hotel Rural are equipped with a seating area.The accommodation offers a terrace. A continental breakfast is served daily at the property. Facilities for disabled guests are avaliable. Free parking is avaliable on site. Pets are not permitted at this hotel.
Parador de Santillana Gil Blas
Set in the main square in the beautiful Cantabrian town of Santillana del Mar, this attractive and modern hotel provides the perfect ambience for a relaxing getaway. The Parador Gil Bas has its own restaurant, where you can sample local-style cuisine without leaving the hotel. After, you can enjoy a drink in the on-site bar, or explore the bars in the local town. There is also free Wi-Fi internet access available throughout the hotel. Parking is avalibale at a nearby location, charges may apply. Pets are not permitted at this property.
Monverde Wine Experience Hotel
Monverde Hotel is situated in Teloes. There is a games room on site and guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant and bar. Rooms have a flat-screen TV with cable channels. A terrace or balcony are featured in certain rooms. The rooms are equipped with a private bathroom with a bath or shower and bidet, with bath robes provided. For your comfort, you will find slippers, free toiletries and a hair dryer. A TV is offered.This hotel has a spa which offers a variety of relaxing treatments and massages. An indoor pool, a sauna and a Turkish bath are provided free of charge. Free private parking is available on site. Facilities are avaliable for disabled guests. Pets are not permitted at this property.
Parador de Cangas de Onis
The Parador de Cangas de Onís is set on the green banks of the River Sella. The Picos de Europa National Park can be reached on foot. The Parador de Cangas de Onís offers free Wi-Fi and free parking in a historic setting. The building includes archaeological exhibitions. Rooms are simple and attractive. Each is air conditioned, with a minibar. The restaurant at the Parador serves dishes from Asturias. Specials include stew and local cheeses. There is also typical cider. Free parking is avaliable on site. Pets are not permitted at this property.
Parador de Puebla de Sanabria
Elegantly furnished and beautifully set in the centre of the Sanabria, on the frontier with Portugal, Parador de Puebla de Sanabria is modern and stylish and just 12 km from Lake Sanabria. Enjoy fine cuisine and a lovely garden with swimming pool. The cozy, comfortable, and quiet rooms feature air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and minibar. The bathroom comes with free toiletries, bath or shower, and hairdryer. The welcoming interiors of the Parador de Puebla de Sanabria are decorated with care to create a warm and inviting atmosphere with fine touches of luxury. In the restaurant you can enjoy typical dishes of the area along with wines from the region, in a relaxed atmosphere. Free private parking is avaliable on site. Pets are not permitted at this property.