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Cruise & Tour: Discover Portugal & Spain

Cruise & Tour: Discover Portugal & Spain

About This Cruise

From the awe-inspiring collections of Madrid's Prado Museum to the beautiful National Palace of Queluz in Portugal, your land tour of Iberia will leave its mark. Savor the region's culinary delights with curated experiences, from Michelin-starred dining and market tastings to a hands-on cooking class, blending tradition with modern flair. In Granada, explore the Alhambra Palace's water gardens with a local expert. Wander through Seville's whitewashed alleys, then enjoy a private flamenco performance in an 18th-century mansion. When your journey by land concludes, it's time to board your cruise of the Douro River Valley. Sail past the steeply terraced hillsides, quaint villages, and acres of ripe vineyards that make up the UNESCO-designated landscape, heading ashore to visit charming quintas and meet the winemakers who operate them.

Who Is This Cruise For?

  • Adults only

    S.S. São Gabriel is an adults-only ship

  • Couples

    An adults-only atmosphere made for two

  • Over 50s

    A gentle pace with daily excursions and no sea days

Type

River, Luxury

Ship

S.S. São Gabriel

Departure Date

4 May 2027

Cruise Line

UNIWORLD Boutique River Cruises

Duration

19 Nights

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Itinerary

Spain

Madrid

Arrive at Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport. If you have arranged a Uniworld arrival transfer, you will be greeted at the airport and transferred to the Gran Melia Felix. Tonight, toast the start of your journey with your fellow guests at our Welcome Dinner.

Spain

Madrid

The riches of Madrid are yours to uncover, beginning with a stroll among the city's historic sites with your Local Expert. Personalize your day by joining an art historian at the Prado Museum or choosing to join a walking tour of the old town.

Spain

Barcelona

Barcelona’s captivating architecture is yours to discover. Pay a visit to Gaudí's imaginative Sagrada Família, where mosaic spires pierce the sky like a giant crown and serve as symbol of Barcelona. Later, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.

Spain

Barcelona

Stroll through the colorful mosaics and playful designs of Park Güell with a Local Expert, uncovering Gaudí’s unique vision. The rest of the day is at your leisure to explore more of Barcelona at your own pace.

Spain

Valencia

Follow the golden Costa Dorada through olive and orange groves along the Mediterranean coast. Stop for lunch to savor a creative Mediterranean menu made from fresh seasonal produce at Vicent Guimera's Michelin-starred L’Antic Molí before arriving in Valencia. Explore this vibrant city, rich in history, with your Travel Concierge.

Spain

Granada

Travel to colorful Granada to live the good life. Join a Local Expert to experience the exquisite Alhambra Palace, a sprawling arabesque complex built by the Moors in the 13th century. Later, check into your own decadent stay—a renovated 19th-century palace centrally located in Granada.

Spain

Córdoba

Step back in time at Córdoba’s Old Roman Bridge and great Mosque-Cathedral, strolling beneath delicate arches and pillars. Exquisite structures continue at the magnificent Mezquita, one of the greatest works of Islamic architecture. After arriving in Seville, dine at an elegant restaurant in town.

Spain

Seville

Discover the rich Andalusian culture of Seville, from its orange-scented streets to lively plazas. Personalize your day by visiting the Fine Arts Museum to admire treasured masterpieces or choosing to explore the magnificent Seville Cathedral. Later, embrace the spirit of flamenco on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience with a private dance lesson at the Cristina Heeren Foundation.

Spain

Seville

After enjoying a relaxed start to your morning, immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and scents of Andalusia with a morning market visit to Mercado de Abastos, where your cooking experience awaits. Learn the secrets to Spain's popular dishes and dine on your creations.

Portugal

Évora

Greet Portugal in the charming hilltop town of Serpa. Over lunch, you're treated to a stirring performance of Cante Alentejano. With a song in your heart, continue to Évora and check into your elegant hotel.

Portugal

Évora

Discover the charming, historic town of Évora, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Bask in Évora’s flavors at Herdade da Calada winery where you’ll explore the estate, learn about their winemaking process, and have the privilege to sip on a selection of their tantalizing local wines. Later, enjoy a delicious dinner of Portuguese specialties.

Portugal

Lisbon

Begin your day at Lisbon’s Monument to the Discoveries and the waterfront Belém Tower, two enduring symbols of Portugal’s Age of Exploration. Visit the National Coach Museum to admire one of the world’s finest collections of ceremonial carriages, before marveling at the intricate design of the Queluz Palace. This evening, dine in style at Cervejaria Liberdade.

Portugal

Porto

Transfer to Porto, where your Floating Boutique HotelTM awaits. As you settle into your new home for the week, we’ll begin our cruise of the spectacular Douro River Valley.

Portugal

Porto

Portugal’s second city (after Lisbon), Porto gave its name to the nation’s most famous export, Port wine, and to the nation itself. Today, choose to explore Portugal on foot or by panoramic drive.

Portugal

Régua

Get a crash course on the history of Port during your visit to the Douro Museum. Later, discover the wonders of a special town right in the gateway of the Douro Valley, Lamego. This evening, enjoy a Night Out with dinner at a local quinta.

Portugal

Pocinho

Go medieval today at Castelo Rodrigo, both the name of a hilltop castle as well as the village that surrounds it. The view from the top is incredible and the village is a charming place to ramble, relax and replenish. Alternatively, lace up your hiking boots and unleash your inner Indiana Jones with an up-close gander at some prehistoric carvings at an archaeological park.

Spain

Salamanca

Today, you can visit the historic university town of Salamanca—the “Golden City”—famous for its sand-colored buildings and abundance of churches. Feel the centuries fall away as your ship winds its way through the pristine, dramatic UNESCO-protected landscapes of the Douro River Valley.

Portugal

Pinhão

Today is all about wine, which has been cultivated in the Douro River Valley since ancient Roman times. Partake in a choice of excursions including a tasting at a prestigious Port wine estate or a vineyard hike with a wine tasting at a local quinta.

Portugal

Porto

Explore Guimarães, the town where Portugal was born. Its well-preserved architecture and stylish young residents make it a pleasure to visit.

Portugal

Porto

If you have arranged a Uniworld departure transfer, you will be transferred to Porto Airport for your flight home.

Overview

From the awe-inspiring collections of Madrid's Prado Museum to the beautiful National Palace of Queluz in Portugal, your land tour of Iberia will leave its mark. Savor the region's culinary delights with curated experiences, from Michelin-starred dining and market tastings to a hands-on cooking class, blending tradition with modern flair. In Granada, explore the Alhambra Palace's water gardens with a local expert. Wander through Seville's whitewashed alleys, then enjoy a private flamenco performance in an 18th-century mansion. When your journey by land concludes, it's time to board your cruise of the Douro River Valley. Sail past the steeply terraced hillsides, quaint villages, and acres of ripe vineyards that make up the UNESCO-designated landscape, heading ashore to visit charming quintas and meet the winemakers who operate them.

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Suite

Grand Suite

  • Grand Suite (307 sq ft - 28.5 sq m).

Please note that amenities may differ from those of a Uniworld company-owned ship.

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Suite

Suite

  • Suite (220 sq ft - 20.4 sq m).

Please note that amenities may differ from those of a Uniworld company-owned ship.

Balcony

French Balcony

Please note this category is only available for 2026 sailings.

  • French Balcony (156 sq ft - 14.5 sq m)

Note that amenities may differ from those of a Uniworld company-owned ship

Balcony

French Balcony A

Please note this category is only available on 2027 & 2028 sailings.

  • French Balcony (156 sq ft - 14.5 sq m).

Please note that amenities may differ from those of a Uniworld company-owned ship.

Balcony

French Balcony B

Please note this category is only available on 2027 & 2028 sailings.
  • French Balcony (156 sq ft - 14.5 sq m).

Please note that amenities may differ from those of a Uniworld company-owned ship.

Outside

Deluxe Stateroom

  • Deluxe (156 sq ft - 14.5 sq m).

Please note that amenities may differ from those of a Uniworld company-owned ship.

Outside

Classic

  • Classic (135 sq ft - 12.5 sq m).

Please note that amenities may differ from those of a Uniworld company-owned ship.

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regional

Feirtoria Restaurant

The Feitoria Restaurant can be found on the Cape Verde Deck.

bakery

Heritage Bistro

The Heritage Bistro can be found on the Azores Deck.

cafe

Coffee Station

The Coffee Station can be found on the Cape Verde Deck.

room

24-Hour Room Service

Craving a bite in between breakfast, lunch or dinner? Inquire about 24-hour room service and à la carte menus. 

Lounge, Reception

Reception

The Reception can be found on Azores Deck.

Bar, Lounge

Vintage Bar

The Lounge Bar can be found on Azores Deck.

Bar

Douro Wine Cellar

The Duoro Wine Cellar can be found on Cape Verde Deck.

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Sun Deck, Pool Deck

Sun Deck

The Sun Deck can be found on the Blue Azzelij Terrace.

Shop

Shop

The Shop can be found on Azores Deck.

Wellness, Yoga

Wellness on the Water™

Start your day with sunrise yoga on the top deck, a TRX® Suspension Training class, or work out at your own pace in the well-equipped fitness center.
Gym

Fitness Centre

The Fitness Centre can be found on the Madeira Deck.

Spa, Wellness

Spa

The Spa can be found on the Madeira Deck.

Pool

Pool

The Pool can be found on the Blue Azzelij Terrace.

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Special Generation Amenities

Share the joys of river cruising with the entire family.

Find out more here.