Cruising Portugal Douro Valley

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Join me as I cruise the Douro River with Viking River Cruises.

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The Boat

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Viking River boats or longships offer guests comfort, exceptional food and cultural experiences. The rooms are stunning and the size of the actual boat is just right.

The River

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The Locks and Bridges

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There are 5 navigation locks along the Douro River. Each time you go through a lock you have the chance to see the process and it is pretty cool!

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Every request was met with a smile!

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The Wines and Ports

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Port is a world-renowned wine that has been appreciated for centuries. The steep, terraced vineyards along the Douro River have produced some of Europe's best Ports.

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But now dry Douro wines can be red, white, or rosé have become very popular and much cheaper alternative to other European wines.

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Cruising Portugal Douro Valley

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Join me as I cruise the Douro River with Viking River Cruises.

The Boat

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DUORO ALLEY

The River

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DUORO ALLEY

The Locks and Bridges

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DUORO ALLEY

There are 5 navigation locks along the Douro River. Each time you go through a lock you have the chance to see the process and it is pretty cool!

Viking Cruise

Our ROOM

Viking Cruise

The STAFF

Every request was met with a smile!

The Wines and Ports

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DUORO ALLEY

Port is a world-renowned wine that has been appreciated for centuries. The steep, terraced vineyards along the Douro River have produced some of Europe's best Ports.

But now dry Douro wines can be red, white, or rosé have become very popular and much cheaper alternative to other European wines.

Visit the blog for the full guide to cruising the Douro River with Viking River Cruises!