Uncover Portugal’s enthralling art, architecture, and UNESCO-listed wine heritage on this exclusive Douro River cruise. Aboard the stylish, 51-cabin AmaDouro, one of Europe’s most luxurious riverboats, sail through a monumental landscape of winegrowing terraces, sculpted over centuries. From the enduring Roman legacy to the Moorish-influenced azulejo tilework, medieval castles to contemporary art and architecture, expert guides will unveil the region’s hidden gems and fascinating history.

Explore charming villages like the hilltop fortress of Castelo Rodrigo, a time capsule of cobblestone streets and ancient ruins. In Lamego, descend the colorful, azulejo-adorned steps of the Santuário de Nossa Senhora dos Remédios, one of Portugal’s most extravagant Baroque churches. In Porto, delve into the thriving contemporary art scene, while an expert-guided excursion to Spain’s UNESCO-listed Salamanca reveals the grandeur of the Spanish Golden Age, one of the world’s oldest universities, and a museum collection of rare jewelry and the world’s greatest collection of French porcelain dolls inside a gleaming Art Nouveau mansion. Throughout this cruise aboard AmaDouro, savor exclusive wine tastings at renowned quintas and engage with local traditions, from folk music performances to centuries-old winemaking techniques.