Uniworld Boutique River Cruises on the Douro at a glance
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises currently operates 2 river-cruise vessels on the Douro, with an average passenger count of 114. The line is headquartered in Encino, California and was founded in 1976; Uniworld is part of the Travel Corporation's luxury portfolio. Each Super Ship is individually designed by Bea Tollman, with custom murals, museum-quality antiques and one-of-a-kind suites. The line's all-inclusive fare covers gratuities, all dining, beverages, and a daily choice of excursions.
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 Uniworld Boutique River Cruises on this river include Porto, the Alto Douro wine region, Salamanca, Régua, Pinhão.
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises ships sailing the Douro
| Ship | Passengers | Launched |
|---|---|---|
| SS Bon Voyage | 128 | 2019 |
| SS Sao Gabriel | 100 | 2023 |
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 |