CroisiCruise: PLI_PP
8 Days
Lisbon is a city of incomparable beauty, marked by a rich history and a great culture. Pastel houses, blue waters and trams that evoke San Francisco will captivate you. The Portuguese capital is a city that has crossed history with brilliance, perfect combination of a rich past that gives it its charm and attractive modernity. You will enjoy 3 days in Lisbon before joining the POB cruise in the heart of Portugal.
THE CROISIEUROPE DIFFERENCE
- All meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar
- Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail
- Free Wi-Fi in lounge and bar
- Headsets are included for excursions
- Official welcome from the captain and crew
- Onboard activities
- Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
- All port fees include
- Prepaid Classic Sightseeing
CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS
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LISBON PACKAGE INCLUDED
- Tour of Lisbon, the Portuguese capital, and enchanting Coimbra
- Cruising in the spectacular Douro Valley
- Traditional folk evening on board
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Discover some of the most beautiful Portuguese cities (1):
- Porto, the pearl of Portugal
- Vila Réal and the formal gardens at the Mateus Palace
- Guimarães and its medieval center
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Itinerary
Day 1: Lisbon
At the end of the day, we'll check in to a 4-star hotel in Lisbon. After dinner, the evening is free to do as you please.
Day 2: Lisbon
This morning, we'll set out for a guided tour of Lisbon. We'll discover the Belém Cultural Center and its famous Belém tower, an architectural jewel and a symbol of the Age of Discovery. We'll also visit the Jeronimos Monastery, a masterpiece of Manueline architecture. In the afternoon, we'll take a panoramic tour of Lisbon, also known as "the City of the Light”. Afterwards, we'll return to our hotel. The evening is free to do as you please.
Day 3: Lisbon - Coimbra - Porto
Departure by coach to Coimbra, a romantic source of inspiration to many a poet. This afternoon, we'll discover this charming city that cascades down the hillside to the Rio Mondego. After our tour, we'll hit the road again towards Porto. Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 5:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. In the evening, join us on an excursion by coach for both packages: Tour of Porto by night.
Day 4: Porto - Regua
This morning will be spent cruising. Join us on an excursion for both packages: Guided tour of Lamego. Enjoy an evening of dancing.
Day 5: Regua - Pinhao - Porto Antigo
Take part in our excursion for both packages: Discover the formal gardens at the Mateus Palace and Vila Real. We'll spend the afternoon cruising. Enjoy an evening of onboard entertainment.
Day 6: Porto Antigo - Porto
We'll spend the morning cruising. This afternoon, join us on the excursions proposed : CLASSIC: Guided tour of Porto, one of the oldest cities in Europe, whose historic center was listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.DISCOVERY: Touring Porto via tram and visiting the tram museum. We'll board one of the city's trams and partake in this urban-tourism experience all the way to the mouth of the Douro. We'll finish up our excursion with a tasting of some of the local specialties. The evening is free to do as you please.
Day 7: Porto - Guimaraes - Porto
Enjoy time at leisure this morning to discover Porto at your own pace. This afternoon, join us for the excursions proposed : CLASSIC: Tour of Guimarães. DISCOVERY: Hiking to Vila Nova de Gaia and tasting of some of the local wines*. Tonight's our gala evening and dinner followed by traditional folk entertainment.
Day 8: Porto
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9.00 a.m. End of our services.
INCLUSIONS:
Accommodation on half-board basis at a 4-star hotel in Lisbon from dinner on D1 to breakfast on D3 - lunch on D2 and D3 - guided tours of Lisbon and Coimbra - your cruise with all meals from dinner on D3 to breakfast on the final day - onboard drinks included (except for drinks from our special lists) - double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom - assistance from our onboard multi-lingual host/hostess - welcome cocktail - gala dinner - onboard entertainment - all port fees - prepaid classic sightseeing.
EXCLUSIONS:
Drinks from our special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers - cancellation and baggage insurance - transfers/travel to and from departure/arrival points - personal expenses.
Trip prices and dates are correct at the time of the website going live, however all offers are subject to reconfirmation at the time of booking. Note prices usually display available discounted rates if any, (eg. Early Bird Deals if applicable). All featured tour itineraries and offers maybe subject to change due to seasonal variations without notice, or due to local conditions or other conditions. Please confirm all details at time of booking. Travel insurance is mandatory for all Innovative Travel bookings. All passports must be valid for 6 months prior to your return to your home country. Visas are the responsibility of the traveller. Special VIP meet and assist offers are valid for New Zealand passport holders, for other nationalities please check at the time of booking. For full terms and conditions, please refer to our Booking Conditions page.
