Eternal Tides of Portugal and Beyond
With a combination of River and Ocean cruising explore the soul of Portugal, Spain, Morocco, and the Canary Islands on a luxurious voyage.
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Package Inclusions:
Your Fly, Stay & Cruise Package includes:
- Return Economy class flights from Australia* to Porto return
- 1 night luxury accommodation in Lisbon including breakfast
- 15 night ocean cruise onboard Azamara Journey from Lisbon return
- Azamara Always Included
- Variety of Dining Venues & Room Service
- Drinks, Including Alcohol, All Day & Night
- Tips & Gratuities
- Exclusive Cultural Events
- Unlimited Self-Service Laundry - Always Expected
- Overnights & Extended Destination Days
- Unique & Iconic Destinations
- No Hassle, No Crowds
- Warm & Attentive Service - 7 night river cruise onboard Scenic Azure from Porto to Porto
- Plus on Scenic cruises enjoy:
_ Enjoy a choice of up to five onboard dining experiences, from casual to fine dining
- 20 meals – 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 7 dinners
- Complimentary premium beverages onboard all day, every day* – not just at meal times
- Complimentary full mini-bar onboard restocked daily
- Personalise your trip with included Scenic Freechoice activities
- Exclusive Scenic Enrich experiences
- Scenic Cruise Director to guide and assist & expert local guides
- Butler service for every suite
- All tipping and gratuities on board and on shore
- Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout your cruise
*Travel dates: 14 March to 06 April 2026
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Itinerary
Day 1-23
14 March 2026 - Sydney to Lisbon
Upon arrival into Lisbon make your way to your hotel with the rest of the day at leisure.
15 March 2026 - Lisbon - Embarkation day
After breakast and day at leisure in Lisbon, make your way to the port for embarkation. Ship departs at 6:00pm.
16 March 2026 - At sea
17 to 18 March 2026 - Madeira (Funchal), Portugal
Arrive: 08:00am Depart: 02:00pm
19 March 2026 - La Palma, Canary Islands
Arrive: 08:00am Depart: 06:00pm
20 March 2026 - San Sebastian de la Gomera, Spain
Arrive: 08:00am Depart: 06:00pm
21 March 2026 - Tenerife, Canary Islands
Arrive: 08:00am Depart: 06:00pm
22 March 2026 - Gran Canaria, Canary Islands
Arrive: 08:00am Depart: 08:00pm
23 March 2026 - Lanzarote, Canary Islands
Arrive: 08:00am Depart: 04:00pm
24 March 2026 - Agadir, Morocco
Arrive: 08:00am Depart: 02:00pm
25 March 2026 - Casablanca, Morocco
Arrive: 08:00am Depart: 08:00pm
26 March 2026 - Gibraltar, UK
Arrive: 09:00am Depart: 08:00pm
27 to 29 March 2026 - Seville, Spain
Arrive: 03:30pm Depart: 05:00am
30 March 2026 - Lisbon to Porto
Disembark and make your way to the airport for your flight to Porto. Upon arrival in Porto make your way to the pier and embark on your river cruise.
31 March 2026 - Porto to Pinhão
Relax as your Scenic Space-Ship meanders its way through the spectacular Douro Valley towards Pinhão. Admire the beaty along the steep riverbanks lined with terraced vineyards and majestic quintas as you cruise along the Douro River.
This afternoon you will dock in Pinhão, set on one of the prettiest parts of the Douro River. This small village is surrounded by terraced vineyards and produces exceptional port wine. Look out for the charming riverside train station, which is decorated with azulejos (hand-painted tiles) depicting the annual grape harvest.
01 April 2026 - Pinhão to Barca d'Alva
This morning, you have the special opportunity to visit the charming village of Provesende, located on a plateau with spectacular views of the region’s fertile rolling landscape. Wander through the village and visit the church, discover the old bakery, learn how traditional handicraft is made, and look inside the historic manor house, Morgadio da Calçada, where you’ll enjoy a tasting of delicious bola.
02 April 2026 - Barca d'Alva to Pocinho
Freechoice:
Explore your way with one of today’s Scenic Freechoice excursions:
Salamanca Full Day Excursion: Known as the ‘golden city’ for its honey-coloured sandstone architecture, Salamanca is famous for its university, which is the third oldest in the world, founded in 1218. Salamanca is a vibrant place with a young population – around one-fifth of its residents are students. It’s home to two cathedrals, one dating to the 12th century and the other to the 16th century, which you will see on today’s guided tour. You will also visit a market to taste local delicacies such as olives, cheese and smoked ham, and you’ll have free time to explore and enjoy lunch at your leisure.
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Freixo de Espada à Cinta with silk museum: Visit the village of Freixo de Espada à Cinta, a town with a curious name that translates to ‘ash tree girded with sword’. Legend has it the Dinis King of Portugal founded the town in the 14th century, then tied his sword to an ash tree before having a rest, hence the unusual name. The town is also the only place in Portugal where handcrafted silk is still processed entirely by hand, and on this guided tour you will visit a silk museum before returning to the ship for lunch.
03 April 2026 - Pocinho to Regua
Wake in the village of Pocinho. There’s not much to the village, which was established as the terminus of the Douro Railway in 1887, though it’s a great location to explore more of the Douro Valley. Perhaps savour a coffee delivered to your suite by your personal butler before heading off for the day.
This afternoon, relax as you cruise towards Regua, perhaps enjoy a regional port wine in the Panorama Lounge & Bar or spend some time in your suite. Many have a window that converts into a Scenic Sun Lounge, allowing you uninterrupted views to watch a rolling tapestry of river life as you cruise the Douro.
Regua is the largest of the riverside towns and is an excellent base for exploring the Douro Valley. This region is famous for producing Port wine, with rolling vineyards on the terraced hillsides and wineries dating back to the 18th century.
04 April 2026 - Regua to Porto
Awake in Regua, where the ship has remained docked overnight. Why not ask your butler to bring coffee to your suite if you would like a slower start to the day?
Explore the Douro Valley today with a choice of excursions that including visiting one of the most beautiful towns in Northern Portugal, exploring an enchanting palace or kayaking along a scenic river.
This afternoon your luxurious Scenic Space-Ship will make its way back to Porto in time for your magnificent Scenic Enrich event.
05 Aprill 2026 - Porto
Wake in the city of Porto, a 2,000-year-old city that lent its name to the nation of Portugal. And while it is awash in history, it has a youthful vibe. Porto is both hip yet opulent, where street art adorns ancient city walls and historical buildings are decorated with intricate colourful tiles.
06 April 2026 - Porto to Sydney
Disembark after a farewell breakfast this morning transfer to Porto airport for your onward journey.
Terms and Conditions
Terms and Conditions apply: All prices are quoted in Australian dollars, based on per person double occupancy unless stated otherwise, and inclusive of all taxes and discounts. All prices & itineraries are current as at 28 November 2024 & subject to change without notice. Prices are subject to change due to availability, currency fluctuations, fuel price, and tax increases. Price includes any stated bonus nights, upgrades & package savings, if applicable. All passports, visas, travel permits, and vaccinations are the responsibility of the travelling passenger to secure prior to travel. Airfares are capacity controlled and are subject to change at any time without notice, based in economy class from Sydney and are subject to the carriers’ flight schedules and conditions. Airfares are based on the lowest available fare, which comes with strict conditions like nonrefundable, non-changeable. Please ask your consultant for pricing on flexible fare options that allow cancellations and/or amendments at a fee. Please call us for prices from other airports. Cruise & Travel packages advertised may include multiple products provided by several suppliers to provide a travel itinerary. Each component of the package will be treated independent of each other, and the specific terms & conditions of each product supplier will apply. Hotels may charge resort fees, or a security bond not included or mentioned in this package, payable direct upon check-in.
Eternal Tides of Portugal and Beyond
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