& The Douro River June 10th – June 25th, 2022

HIGHLIGHTS: CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS: 2 nights in , Évora & 1 night in Tomar City Tours Lisbon, Évora, 7 nights deluxe cruise accommodation aboard the Tomar & Porto Jeronimos Monastery Royal of Sintra AmaWaterways AmaDouro Shore excursions in every port Coastal towns of & Cathedral of Évora Complimentary Wi-Fi & in-cabin movies All gourmet meals Roman era Temple & the church of bones Visit to a cork factory Visit to onboard Free flowing wine, beer & soft drinks for lunch & a white marble quarry Medieval town of Óbidos Sanctuary of our lady of dinner Captain’s Welcome Reception & Gala Dinner Captain’s Fátima The former seat of The Knights Templars University of & Farewell Reception & Gala Dinner Complimentary Cocktail area Lello & Irmão Bookstore Stock Exchange Palace & The Arab Room hours Nightly entertainment Inclusive of Cruise Gratuities All breakfasts, 2 tastings & 3 dinners

Day 1 Flights to Lisbon Overnight Later in the evening, join the group for a summer residence of Portuguese royalty. flights to Lisbon, Portugal. Tapas-Style Welcome Dinner, one of the Saying good-bye to Sintra, we stop at the many things Portugal is famous for! (T, D) westernmost point of Continental Europe – Cabo Da Roca (Rock Cape). We then continue along the coastal road stopping at Cascais, a traditional fishing port, and Estoril, a fine sandy beach town well known for its lively entertainment. (B)

Day 2 Lisbon, Portugal On arrival, we head out on a city tour of Lisbon Day 3 Sintra - Rock Cape - Cascais seeing sites such as the Belém Tower, the - Estoril After breakfast, head out to Monument to the Discoveries, including Sintra, a city full of lush natural beauty, a tour of the Jeronimos Monastery, a true listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO masterpiece of Manueline architecture. because of its numerous , quintas Of course, the tour would not be complete (estates) and the abundance of beautiful without trying one of the 7 gastronomic vegetation. During our stop we tour wonders of Portugal, a ‘Pastel de Belém’! the Royal Palace of Sintra, once the Day 4 Lisbon to Évora This morning of Portugal. Enjoy a tasting of Ginjinha propel Porto into becoming a UNESCO we depart Lisbon and head to Évora. You served in a chocolate glass! A traditional World Heritage Site. During our tour, we quickly find out why it is an UNESCO drink developed in 1840 which the stop for an unforgettably unique visit to World Heritage Site, as it seduces you with Portuguese are very fond of. Continuing the century old Lello & Irmão Bookstore, its Moorish character of its narrow streets our journey, we stop at Fátima, to visit ranked the third most beautiful library and white houses. During a tour within the a famous religious & pilgrimage site in in the world! With its neo-gothic façade, walls of Évora, you discover the Cathedral the Christian world. After checking into which is only surpassed by its stunning of Évora which dominates the skyline, our hotel in Tomar, we make our way to a interior, it is said that this is where J.K. giving you unparalleled 360-degree views. medieval-style dinner. (B, T, D) Rowling got her inspiration to write Harry Visit a classic Roman era Temple and the Potter. After, we visit the Stock Exchange St. Francis Church which houses a chapel Day 7 Tomar to Porto Before departing Palace and view its impressive Arab lined with thousands of human bones and Tomar, immerse yourself in what once Room, considered to be the jewel of the skulls. was the former seat of the Order of the Palace. Later in the evening, join the rest The rest of the afternoon and evening is , a city of great charm of the group for a private dinner. (B, D) yours to explore the unique city centre. (B) for its artistic and cultural wealth, whose greatest expression is in the Convent of Christ, one of the masterpieces of the . This fortress, classified by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, sits on a hilltop overlooking the town of Tomar. After, we stop at Coimbra, the medieval capital of Portugal for over a hundred years and home to the , the highest ranked in the country. Tour the beautiful historic core that cascades down a hillside with its multi-coloured collage of buildings that Day 5 Azaruja - Estremoz After span nearly a millennium before finishing breakfast head to Azaruja to visit a cork todays journey in Porto. (B) factory to discover the several uses of cork, one of the most exported Portuguese products. After, we travel to Estremoz, the “White City” of . The nickname comes from not only the white houses that dot the hill, but also from the deposits of white marble. Visiting one of the many marble quarries, seeing firsthand the process of marble extraction. Then making our way to the city centre where you will likely catch a glimpse of the countless handcrafted colourful figurines that Estremoz is known for. (B) Day 8 Porto Spend today getting an in- depth look at the city of Porto. One of the Day 6 Évora to Tomar Today we depart oldest cities in Europe, its famous bridges Évora and make our way to Tomar. have inspired many artists – including Stopping in Óbidos, a charming medieval Gustave Eiffel, and the brightly coloured town considered to be one of the most glazed-tile facades of its old town helped picturesque and well preserved in all Day 9 Porto – Embarkation Day Day 10 Porto – Entre-os-Rios – Regua traditional specialties, such as bolas de Today we board our floating home for Begin your day with a tour of the 18th Lamego, bread filled with smoked ham; the next seven days, AmaWaterways century Palacio Anadia, or Palace of the presunto, a type of dry-cured ham; and AmaDouro. Built in 2019, AmaDouro Counts, known for its beautiful interior Espumante, a Portuguese sparkling wine. features spacious, elegantly appointed and Baroque style. Inside the house, you’ll You’ll then go to the formal Episcopal staterooms, most of which include see intricate panels of blue and white Palace Museum. Later in the day, savor the balconies to take in views of the tiles throughout the rooms and a striking flavours of Portugal’s renowned fortified breathtaking hills and terraced vineyards vaulted ceiling that retells the history wine, vinho do porto, made exclusively in along the river. The AmaDouro’s behind the palace. (B, L, D) the Douro Valley. (B, L, D) panoramic lounge is a stylish and enticing space to enjoy a glass of wine or a cocktail Day 11 Régua - Pinhão Travel to the Day 12 Vega de Terrón, along with nightly entertainment. The picturesque Lamego, home to another – Salamanca Drive to Salamanca, ship features many amenities, such as a important pilgrimage site, where you’ll a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built of massage room, fitness room, sundeck, visit the Nossa Senhora dos Remédios golden sandstone, Salamanca is known swimming pool and so much more. This (Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies). as a “living museum”. You step back in evening, join the group and the rest of The shrine features a staircase of nearly time to the Middle Ages during your the ship for a Welcome Champagne 700 steps, beautifully decorated with tour, which includes the cities elegant Reception and Gala Dinner. (B, D) white and blue tiles. You can sample local university buildings, the New Cathedral, the intriguingly decorated House of Shells and Plaza Mayor. (B, L, D)

Day 13 Barca d’Alva Spend time soaking up the beauty of the Douro River as you cruise to Barca d’Alva. Visit Castelo Rodrigo, a small, fortified village perched high on a hilltop with centuries-old walls, steep narrow streets and fantastic views. While here, taste some delicious locally grown produce. Be treated to an exclusive dinner at da Avessada, enjoying an authentic and traditional dining experience complete with entertainment. (B, L, D) PRICING Day 14 Entre-os-Rios Entre-os-Rios CATEGORY DOUBLE SINGLE translates to “between the rivers”, and this small village is, quite appropriately, A $9,875 $13,505 located at the confluence of the Támega B $9,585 $13,065 and Douro rivers. This tranquil village D $8,305 $10,095 offers an authentic slice of Douro River E $8,015 $9,730 life. In the afternoon, indulge in a traditional Portuguese lunch with your All prices are per person and land only fellow travellers in Entre-os-Rios at a local Not included in price: quinta – a country estate – for a truly • Taxes and fees of $278 per person authentic culinary experience. (B, L, D) • International Airfare *Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your return date and must contain sufficient blank pages Day 15 Porto The colourful city of for entry and exit endorsements. Porto blends the best of old and new, *An ETIAS authorization will become a mandatory requirement for every Canadian citizen entering the which you can discover on an escorted Schengen Area starting from 2021. Please ask your travel tour of the historic quarter, a UNESCO agent for more information. World Heritage Site, including the Total Meals Included: All breakfasts, Porto Cathedral, one of the cities oldest 2 tastings, 6 lunches & 10 dinners monuments; and the Sao Bento Railway Station, known for its blue and white tile panels depicting scenes from Portuguese history. You’ll also enjoy a tasting of Port, Portugal’s most renowned contribution to the world of wine. In the evening, join the Captain for a Farewell Champagne To book, visit your professional travel agent: Reception and Gala Dinner. (B, L, D)

Day 16 Porto to Home Cities Today we say farewell to the country we have spent so much time exploring, and to all our friends we have made along the way. (B)