Rambling vineyards and charming native farms cling to the steep sides of the Douro River Valley, creating an incomparable backdrop to one of Europe’s most unspoiled regions and to Port country— the world’s oldest demarcated wine region. Sail roundtrip from Porto, the beautiful “City of Bridges”; visit Regua, the ‘capital’ of the Douro Valley; and marvel at Salamanca, the UNESCO-designated “Golden City.” Taste wines from historic wineries and soak up the genuine beauty of one of Europe’s most unadulterated landscapes.
to the rich tapestry of flavors in the wineries of Spain and Portugal, where centuries-old traditions meet bold, modern expressions of wine craftsmanship. * click the Video for more
March 27, 2026
Named after the Portuguese word for “golden,” the remarkable Douro River glitters across Europe’s Iberian Peninsula. It is here where you can sip renowned wines amid the sun-kissed vineyards of Port Country, taste the distinctive flavors of Portuguese and Spanish cuisine and discover rich culture in colorful cities on one of two specially curated river cruises.
Attend an exclusive wine tasting hosted by Mr Emling while enjoying the beautiful landscape as you cruise along the river. This journey is a must for anyone interested in the best of Portugal & Spanish wines and cuisine. Join Michael aboard the AmaSintra where he will discuss and compare the wines of yesteryear and Dark Cellars' wines of today. Awaken your palette to both!