Avalon Alegria
Ship Facts
Passenger Capacity: 102
Staterooms: 51
Crew Members: 33
Length: 262 feet
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Douro River Portugal All-Lesbian Cruise '26
May 27 – June 03, 2026
Avalon Waterways Alegria
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 Barca d’Alva, the last Portuguese village along the Douro; 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.
Like a blue ribbon, threading through the green Douro Valley, the River Douro carries you through some of Portugal’s most legendary landscapes. Meaning "River of Gold", the Douro River lives up to its name by revealing priceless gems along sloping vineyards and sleepy villages where rugged landscapes have been tamed for centuries to produce a bounty of wines and cuisine. Be swept away by Douro’s timeless treasures and traditions, family farms and fevered Fado music, and mouth-watering culinary creations in the world’s oldest demarcated wine region.
What is included?
• Accommodations for 8 days/7 nights on the Avalon Alegria, the newest addition to Avalon's award-winning fleet
• All meals and snacks while on board
• Complimentary sparkling wine with breakfast; coffee, tea, and juices with all meals; beer, wine, and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
• Standard wifi in all cabins and public areas
• Olivia entertainment and programming, as well as local entertainment
• Included sightseeing tours in each port
• Gratuities to ship crew and Avalon cruise director
• Team Olivia assistance throughout
Your Ship - Avalon Alegria
Explore Portugal's dazzling Douro River on Avalon's newest addition to it’s award-winning fleet of Suite Ships. The Avalon Alegria delights river cruisers with exceptional experiences and the elegant yet relaxed luxury you've come to expect from Avalon Waterways. The Avalon Alegria certainly lives up to its name, meaning happiness, which flows from stem to stern on this 262-foot ship. The ship features two full decks of award-winning Panorama Suites, featuring wall-to-wall and floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows that transform your living space into a unique Open-Air Balcony. The 200-square-foot Panorama Suites are more than 30% larger than the industry standard, with Avalon's signature window-facing "Beds with a View".
Onboard amenities include complimentary wifi access, a state-of-the-art Fitness Center, an Adventure Center with complimentary active gear, and an Avalon Adventure Host to assist with active excursions, and on board fitness classes and activities. Enjoy exceptional onboard cuisine, including Avalon Fresh® menu options, premium coffee, and spirits, and versatile FlexDining venues, including the casual Panorama Bistro, al fresco Sky Grill, or elegant glass-walled Dining Room. Make yourself at home in the Club lounge with a variety of coffees, teas, cold beverages, and pastries while settling in with your pick of books, cards, and board games. Relax and watch the world go by in the Observation Lounge for the perfect vantage point to peruse Portugal's stunning Douro Valley and vineyards. Stretch out on the Sky Deck with a swimming pool, premium lounge chairs, and shade system to relax while sailing through Portugal's most spectacular views!
Some of the features and amenities you'll enjoy onboard:
• Complimentary wifi
• Panoramic windows
• Elegant, contemporary design & décor
• Friendly, English-speaking crew and Cruise Director
• Sky Deck with whirlpool, shade awnings, game area, and premium lounges
• Covered Observation Lounge
• Club Lounge with 24-hour self-serve beverage station with complimentary cappuccinos, lattes, tea, hot chocolate, and premium coffees, as well as treats throughout the day
• Elevator
• Bikes, walking sticks, binoculars, daypacks
• Maps for hiking, biking, and jogging routes
Dining & Drinks
• Chef-prepared onboard meals with regional cuisine and familiar favorites.
• Seasonal cuisine featuring the freshest local ingredients.
• Avalon Fresh® healthy cuisine options at every meal.
• Spacious, open-seating Panorama Dining Room.
• Daily breakfast buffet with full range of classic breakfast items, healthy Avalon Fresh® options and daily a la carte specials.
• Complimentary room service for Continental breakfast.
• Daily lunch buffet featuring regional specialties, classic dishes, healthy Avalon Fresh® options and rotating chef’s features including carving & pasta stations. Alternatively, you may dine al fresco at our Sky Grill on the Sky Deck (weather and itinerary permitting) or enjoy a light lunch in the Panorama Lounge.
• Afternoon Tea featuring tea, coffee, and sweet treats.
• Four-course dinners with choice of appetizers, soups, salads, entrées, and desserts or cheese.
• Complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks with lunch and dinner
• Vegetarian options at every meal, as well as vegan, low calorie, low fat, high fiber, low cholesterol, high energy, and allergy-free selections.
• Panorama Lounge & Bar with premium spirits*, cozy seating, panoramic windows, & dance floor.
• Cocktails with a view on the Sky Deck.
• Specialty coffees, espresso drinks, and beWell Essence flavored and infused water available throughout each day.
Deluxe Staterooms & Suites Amenities:
• Comfort Collection BedsSM
• Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
• Bathrobes & slippers
• Premium L'Occitane bath products
• Large bathroom featuring shower with glass door
• Flatscreen satellite TV with free movie channels
• Individual climate control and in-room safe
• Full-size closet and mirror
• Additional under-bed storage
• Well-stocked minibar
• And, much more
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Douro River Portugal
Lesbian River Cruise 2026 Itinerary
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Port |
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| 27 May |
Porto, Portugal |
D |
| 28 May |
Porto / Porto Antigo |
B, L, D |
| 29 May |
Peso Da Régua |
B, L, D |
| 30 May |
Pocinho, Portugal |
B, L, D |
| 31 May |
Barca D'Alva / Salamanca, Spain |
B, L, D |
| 01 Jun |
Ferradosa / Amarante |
B, L, D |
| 02 Jun |
Porto, Portugal |
B, L, D |
| 03 Jun |
Porto, Portugal |
B |
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Itinerary is subject to change based on river level, traffic, and locks.
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Porto, Portugal
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Welcome to Portugal! Flights into Porto must arrive by 3:30 pm and guests must be on board by 5 pm. Your day in Porto is free to explore at your leisure.
If you arrive early, you may drop off your luggage and choose to join an optional afternoon guided culinary tour. Experience some of Porto’s most famous sights and most delectable dishes with regional wine. Enjoy dinner and explore your riverboat on your first night on board.
Porto / Porto Antigo, Portugal
Thursday, May 28, 2026
Portuguese Panoramas
Join a guided sightseeing tour of Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Continue your experience with a ride to the riverside city of Matosinhos and up Avenida da Boavista to admire some of the modern charms of Porto—from ancient avenues to avant-garde graffiti street art. Or, enter a world of Celtic history and the reign of Cesar Augustus where five roads diverged to form an empire with a full-day guided tour of Braga. Marvel at the magnificent castle and San Miguel church in Guimarães, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Later, feel the passion of Portugal’s soulful and stirring Fado music during a visit with local musicians on board.
Overnight docking in Porto Antigo.
Peso Da Régua, Portugal
Friday, May 29, 2026
Pastoral Pleasures of Portugal
Choose from Discovery or Classic today.
With Discovery, you’ll experience life on one of the oldest farms in the Douro Valley with a personal tour by the owner of the house, including an olive oil and wine tasting.
Or join a wine painting class with the guidance of a resident artist for a unique and new experience to portray an image linked to the culture of wine through an innovative process.
Or take the Classic guided walking tour of the charming town of Lamego. Enjoy a taste of the local bola de Lamego with sparkling wine and stroll past iconic landmarks like the majestic Lamego Cathedral. Enjoy a short sailing to Pinhão. Don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy free time in Pinhão to browse the artisanal markets for woven textiles, terra cotta creations, and culinary delights, or consider joining an optional excursion to learn about the Douro Valley’s “liquid gold” at a traditional olive-oil mill or to visit Casa de Mateus. Alternatively, please the palate with traditional fare served with timeless stories of life on a Douro Valley farmhouse.
Pocinho, Portugal
Saturday, May 30, 2026
Kayaks and Quintas in the Douro Valley
Choose from a Discovery or Active tour.
Join a workshop conducted by a professional painter to discover the process of painting azulejos (traditional Portuguese tile).
Or discover the Douro River by kayak on a guided adventure through Portugal’s stunning valley. Enjoy breathtaking views and unforgettable moments.
Or experience the charm of the Douro region with a visit to a historic vineyard estate. Enjoy a tasting of exquisite red, white, and port wines while soaking in stunning views and uncovering the rich heritage of this renowned winemaking region.
Or join us for an onboard workshop to learn Portuguese language and culture. Discover essential words, charming stories, and clever tricks that bring this centuries-old language to life in an interactive and memorable way.
This evening, enjoy an onboard Flamenco show with local artists.
Overnight docking in Barca D’alva.
Barca D’Alva, Portugal / Salamanca, Spain
Sunday, May 31, 2026
Today offers two Classic tours.
Enjoy a guided tour to the historical village of Castelo Rodrigo, which, from the top of a hill, dominates the plateau that stretches from Spain in the east to the deep valley of the Douro in the north. Stroll through its medieval streets and discover the small details that give it color, such as the Hebrew inscriptions and crosses carved on the doorposts and voussoirs.
Or join a guided tour this morning to one of the most remote villages of the country, Freixo de Espada à Cinta village in the Douro International Natural Park, home to majestic birds of prey.
Or get a taste of Spain with a full-day excursion to Salamanca. This Spanish city will take your breath away with its stunning streets and squares, featuring a feast for the eyes with Romanesque, Gothic, Baroque, and "Plateresque" architecture.
Overnight docking in Ferradosa.
Ferradosa-Leverinhos / Amarante
Monday, June 01, 2026
Mountains and Moving Music
During your leisurely morning sailing, enjoy an onboard pastry demonstration.
Later, choose from Discovery and Classic.
Join us to visit a wine-producing property, and taste the freshness and lightness of iconic Vinho Verde wine, considered one of the world’s unique white wines.
Or join the Classic guided sightseeing of Amarante—poised against a breathtaking backdrop of the great Serra do Marão mountain and the Tâmega River, which courses through the heart of the city and assortment of houses lining the riverbanks.
Overnight docking in Leverinho.
Porto, Portugal
Tuesday, June 02, 2026
Ancient Charm Meets Avant-Garde
Choose from Active, Discovery or Classic today.
With Classic, you’ll enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Continue your experience with a ride to the riverside city of Matosinhos and up Avenida da Boavista to admire some of the modern charms of Porto—from ancient avenues to avant-garde graffiti street art.
Or go the Active route and enjoy the wharfs of the Douro River and the coastal magnificence of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia, on a guided bike tour.
Or enjoy a guided visit to one of the many Port wine cellars, where a guide will accompany you through the cellar's facilities, explaining where the grapes are harvested and how the wines are made. At the end of your explorations, taste some of the wines.
In the afternoon, you may choose to join in a guided optional excursion such as a visit to family-owned factory to witness the Portuguese art of cork and barrel production or a culinary tour experience.
Alternatively, explore the traditions and natural beauty of Aveiro on a canal cruise. Perhaps simply spend time strolling through Porto’s cobblestone lanes, lovely shops, and tempting tapas bars this afternoon before experiencing the energy of Porto’s buzzing nightlife.
Porto, Portugal (Disembarkation)
Wednesday, June 03, 2026
Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning. Disembark the ship and prepare for your flight home.
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Occupancy: 102 • Staterooms: 51 • Crew: 33 • Length: 262 feet
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2026 Douro River Portugal All-Lesbian Cruise Rates
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P - Panorama Suite
Royal Deck |
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Located on the Royal Deck, this Panorama Suite features floor-to-ceiling windows, sliding glass doors, a Comfort Collection bed that can convert into two singles, soft and firm pillows, Egyptian super-combed cotton linens, flat-screen satellite TV with movie channels, telephone, minibar, full-sized bathroom with marble counter, full shower with glass door, robes, slippers, writing desk, chair, sofa, coffee table, and full-length closets. 200 sq. ft.
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A - Panorama Suite
Sapphire Deck |
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Located on the Sapphire Deck, this Panorama Suite features floor-to-ceiling windows, sliding glass doors, a Comfort Collection bed that can convert into two singles, soft and firm pillows, Egyptian super-combed cotton linens, flat-screen satellite TV with movie channels, telephone, minibar, full-sized bathroom with marble counter, full shower with glass door, robes, slippers, writing desk, chair, sofa, coffee table, and full-length closets. 200 sq. ft.
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B - Panorama Suite
Sapphire Deck |
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Located on the Sapphire Deck, this Panorama Suite features floor-to-ceiling windows, sliding glass doors, a Comfort Collection bed that can convert into two singles, soft and firm pillows, Egyptian super-combed cotton linens, flat-screen satellite TV with movie channels, telephone, minibar, full-sized bathroom with marble counter, full shower with glass door, robes, slippers, writing desk, chair, sofa, coffee table, and full-length closets. 200 sq. ft.
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D - Deluxe Stateroom
Indigo Deck |
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Located on the Indigo deck, this Deluxe Stateroom features small windows, a Comfort Collection bed that can convert to two single beds, soft and firm pillows, Egyptian supercombed cotton linens, flat-screen satellite TV with movie channels, telephone, minibar, full shower with glass doors, robes, slippers, writing desk and chair, and full-length closets. Windows are high on the wall and do not open. Room is below the water line. 172 sq. ft
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E - Deluxe Stateroom
Indigo Deck |
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Located on the Indigo deck, this Deluxe Stateroom features small windows, a Comfort Collection bed that can convert to two single beds, soft and firm pillows, Egyptian supercombed cotton linens, flat-screen satellite TV with movie channels, telephone, minibar, full shower with glass doors, robes, slippers, writing desk and chair, and full-length closets. Windows are high on the wall and do not open. Room is below the water line. 172 sq. ft
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Pre/Post Cruise Packages
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We will be offering Pre-Cruise Vacation Stretchers in Lisbon. More information will be available approximately 9 months prior to the trip.
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Special Airfares
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Rates: Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Pricing does not include airfare, insurance, fuel surcharge or NDA of $499 per person (subject to change).
Early Bird Price Expires November 15, 2025
Availability updated weekly and is provided for informational purposes only. The accuracy is not guaranteed.
Payment Plans
• Pay in full
• 6-month interest free payment plan (20% deposit and 5 installments)
All vacations on an Olivia payment plan must be paid in full six months or 180 days before your trip. If reservation is made at the six-month mark or less, payment in full will be required.
For more information please read Olivia Terms & limit of responsibility
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