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Enticing Douro

with AmaWaterways
Oct. 10, 2025 - Oct. 17, 2025
7 days0 ports

Rambling vineyards and charming native farms cling to the steep sides of the Douro River Valley, creating an incomparable backdrop to one of Europe’s most unspoiled regions and to Port country— the world’s oldest demarcated wine region. Sail roundtrip from Porto, the beautiful “City of Bridges”; visit Regua, the ‘capital’ of the Douro Valley; and marvel at Salamanca, the UNESCO-designated “Golden City.” Taste wines from historic wineries and soak up the genuine beauty of one of Europe’s most unadulterated landscapes.

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Ship features

Suite

Suite

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Suite
Outside Balcony - A

Outside Balcony - A

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Suite
Outside Balcony - A
Outside Balcony - B

Outside Balcony - B

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Suite
Outside Balcony - A
Outside Balcony - B
French Balcony - C

French Balcony - C

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Suite
Outside Balcony - A
Outside Balcony - B
French Balcony - C
Panoramic Window - D

Panoramic Window - D

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Suite
Outside Balcony - A
Outside Balcony - B
French Balcony - C
Panoramic Window - D
Panoramic Window - E

Panoramic Window - E

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Main Restaurant

Main Restaurant

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Guided Bike Tours

Guided Bike Tours

Ride a motorcoach to Tomar and take in the Castle and Covent of the Order of Christ, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is a brilliant work of 12th- to 16th-century architecture. Continue on to Porto and board the ship for your Enticing Douro cruise

Guided Bike Tours
Guided Hiking Tours

Guided Hiking Tours

Enjoy a morning excursion to Serra de Sintra, one of the loveliest mountain villages in Portugal and a favourite summer residence of the Portuguese royal family for more than 500 years.

Guided Bike Tours
Guided Hiking Tours
Special Interest Tours

Special Interest Tours

One of Europe’s most beautiful cities, Lisbon, stretches across several hills along the Tagus River.

Guided Bike Tours
Guided Hiking Tours
Special Interest Tours
Local Wine Tasting

Local Wine Tasting

Spend time soaking up the beauty of the Douro River as you cruise to Pinhão. Be treated to an exclusive lunch at Quinta da Avessada, where you’ll enjoy an authentic and traditional dining experience complete with entertainment. Quinta da Avessada is also a fascinating interactive museum commemorating the history and culture of wine in the Alto Douro region, so you’ll have fun discovering all the various stages of wine production as well as doing plenty of tasting.

Entertainment

Entertainment

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Fitness Room

Fitness Room

Are you looking for a way to stay fit on vacation? Hit the treadmill or lift some weights while cruising from one destination to the next.

Fitness Room
Onboard Spas

Onboard Spas

After a marvellous day of immersive shore excursions, return to the ship and treat yourself to a bit of pampering with a soothing massage.

Fitness Room
Onboard Spas
Sun Deck Pool

Sun Deck Pool

Soak up some rays or take a dip in our refreshing pool as we pass by centuries-old castles, charming villages and other breathtaking scenery.

Age Restrictions

Age Restrictions

Effective immediately, AmaWaterways will only be welcoming guests fully vaccinated against Covid-19 on board its ships. This vaccination requirement also applies to accompanied minors. Guests affected by this decision should contact their travel advisor for options to reschedule their river cruise.

On our programs in Europe and Southeast Asia, children under the age of 4 years old are not permitted on board and children 4-7 years old are not recommended. On our Africa safaris program, due to safety precautions, there is a minimum age limit of 12 years old, unless otherwise agreed upon by AmaWaterways. All guests under the age of 18 are to be in a stateroom with an adult, and must remain supervised at all times, as their safety is the responsibility of the accompanying adult(s). Children between the ages of 4 and 10 at the time of embarkation may share a stateroom with 2 adults provided the child is able to share the bed with the adults – no additional bed will be provided. Select ships offer a limited number of staterooms with a fold-out sofa for a triple occupant; we would be happy to guide you through these options when available. A triple occupancy rate will apply for the child sharing the stateroom; pricing can be provided upon request. Please be aware that balcony staterooms of any kind may be unsafe for small children if left unsupervised. AmaWaterways does not provide child-specific programs or child-minding facilities. Please reach out to us if you have any further questions regarding our child policy.

As of March 3, 2022, children 5 and older at time of sailing are still required to be vaccinated however, children that are not yet eligible for the vaccine are able to come onboard if they can provide a negative PCT test taken within 72 hours of embarkation.

Age Restrictions
Smoking Policy

Smoking Policy

Smoking is not permitted anywhere inside any of the ships. Smoking is only permitted on the Sun Deck. For the safety and comfort of all passengers on board, your cooperation in observing the no-smoking policy is greatly appreciated.

Age Restrictions
Smoking Policy
Disabled Facilities

Disabled Facilities

Reasonable efforts are made to accommodate the special needs of disabled cruise participants, but no responsibility will be undertaken for any denial of services by carriers, hotels, restaurants, or other independent suppliers. Tour buses are not equipped with wheelchair ramps and cabin doors are not wide enough to allow access by standard wheelchairs.

Wheelchairs and walkers cannot be carried on tour buses, due to space limitations. Wheelchair passengers should be aware of these limitations. For safety reasons, passengers in wheelchairs cannot be carried on ramps in ports where the ship is at anchor. We regret that we cannot provide individual assistance to a tour member for walking, getting on/off tour busses and other transportation vehicles, or other personal needs. A qualified travel companion must accompany travellers who need assistance.

Age Restrictions
Smoking Policy
Disabled Facilities
Dress Code

Dress Code

Comfortable, layered clothing adaptable to changing weather conditions is always advisable for daytime excursions. For the evening, “Casually elegant” attire is recommend and you may want to pack something a little dressier for the Captain’s night/Farewell Dinner – similar to how one would dress to dine at a 5-star restaurant. Comfortable shoes are recommended for excursions and workout clothing if you plan to take part in any wellness activities, active tours or use the onboard gym. Depending on the time of year, clothing that can be layered is highly recommended.

Age Restrictions
Smoking Policy
Disabled Facilities
Dress Code
Dietary Requirements

Dietary Requirements

Please advise the reservation agent at time of booking of any special dietary requirements you may have and they will make every effort to accommodate your request. Please note that not all diets are possible.

Age Restrictions
Smoking Policy
Disabled Facilities
Dress Code
Dietary Requirements
Medical Facilities

Medical Facilities

Europe: There are no medical facilities on board. However medical services can easily be called from shore if required.

Vietnam & Cambodia: We do not employ doctors or nurses on board the ships. In the event medical assistance is needed, appropriate medical facilities will be contacted. Note that response time can vary.

Africa: We do not employ doctors or nurses on board the Zambezi Queen. In the event medical assistance is needed, appropriate medical facilities will be contacted. Note that response time can vary.

Age Restrictions
Smoking Policy
Disabled Facilities
Dress Code
Dietary Requirements
Medical Facilities
Internet and Wifi Access

Internet and Wifi Access

Europe: High-speed Internet service is available free of charge as part of the in-stateroom “Entertainment-On-Demand.” Additionally, AmaWaterways offers complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the ship.

Vietnam and Cambodia: Free Internet and Wi-Fi in the lounge with computer stations.

Africa: Free Wi Fi is available but may be limited and sporadic during certain times of the day due to the ships isolated location.

Age Restrictions
Smoking Policy
Disabled Facilities
Dress Code
Dietary Requirements
Medical Facilities
Internet and Wifi Access
Laundry

Laundry

Laundry services are available on board for a fee. Price lists are available in your stateroom. Please note that clothes cannot be dry cleaned on board.

Age Restrictions
Smoking Policy
Disabled Facilities
Dress Code
Dietary Requirements
Medical Facilities
Internet and Wifi Access
Laundry
Excursions

Excursions

Europe:

Every excursion is included with your choice from up to six guided tours each day, all operated in small groups. In every city or town you visit, there is typically a sightseeing tour offered at three unique activity levels for gentle walkers, regular walkers and active walkers, along with free time to explore the city according to your own interests. The sightseeing tours can take place on foot, via motor coach, or a combination of the two. Each tour is led by a qualified, licensed English-speaking local guide or your Cruise Manager. On select excursions, we also have a “Late Starter” option for guests who wish to sleep in but do not want to miss key tour highlights. For those guests interested in exploring Europe from an exciting new perspective, we offer guided bicycle and hiking tours in select cities. In addition to our many choices of excursions we also offer our special interest tours such as wine tastings and culinary demonstrations, offering small groups the chance to be even more immersed into the local life. In the event of water level problems on certain stretches of the river, it may be necessary to operate part of the itinerary by motor coach or to alter the daily program as determined by the ship’s Captain.

Porto Deck

Porto Deck

  • Suites
  • Outside Balcony Stateroom – A
  • French Balcony Stateroom – C
  • Main Lounge
  • Reception
Porto Deck
Sun Deck

Sun Deck

Sun Deck

Porto Deck
Sun Deck
Douro Deck

Douro Deck

  • Outside Balcony Stateroom – B
  • Main Restaurant
  • Fitness Room
Porto Deck
Sun Deck
Douro Deck
Lisbon Deck

Lisbon Deck

  • Panoramic Window Stateroom – D
  • Panoramic Window Stateroom – E
  • Spa

AMAWaterways

With over two decades of experience on the world’s rivers, our family-owned and operated company has remained focused on what we do best: providing our guests with innovative and unforgettable travel experiences. As recipient of Cruise Critic's coveted "Best River Cruise Line" award, AmaWaterways offers you exciting journeys that are unrivaled on the rivers. Each day brings a genuine smile that warms the heart, every river a new culture that inspires, and each course a moment to savor and share.
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