Tauck on the Douro at a glance
Tauck currently operates 1 river-cruise vessel on the Douro, with an average passenger count of 84. The line is headquartered in Wilton, Connecticut and was founded in 1925; Tauck has been guiding land journeys since 1925 and entered river cruising in 2006. Its European fleet of Inspiration-class ships is known for spacious 300-square-foot suites at the bow, a fully inclusive fare, and a high crew-to-guest ratio. Tauck Bridges departures are designed specifically for grandparents travelling with grandchildren.
The Douro itself flows through Spain, Portugal over 897 kilometres. The Douro is one of the most spectacular river-cruise routes in Europe — a deeply terraced wine valley cultivated since the seventeenth century and itself a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Ships sail upriver from Porto through five locks, including the cathedral-like Carrapatelo with its 35-metre lift. Headline destinations served by Tauck on this river include Porto, the Alto Douro wine region, Salamanca, Régua, Pinhão.
Tauck ships sailing the Douro
| Ship | Passengers | Launched |
|---|---|---|
| ms Andorinha | 84 | 2018 |
Featured itineraries
| Itinerary | Length | Sample ports |
|---|---|---|
| Portuguese Vintage | 8 nights | Porto · Régua · Pinhão · Vega de Terron · Salamanca · Barca d'Alva |
| Douro Wine Country | 8 nights | Porto · Entre-os-Rios · Régua · Pinhão · Pocinho · Salamanca |