MS Andorinha: Purpose-Built for Portugal's River of Gold
The Douro is unlike any other river in Europe: dramatic terraced vineyards dropping sheer into tranquil waters, whitewashed wine quintas bathed in golden Iberian sunshine, and historic port lodges lining the banks of Vila Nova de Gaia.
Rather than using a standardized riverboat hull, Tauck custom-commissioned MS Andorinha with design motifs inspired by Portugal’s symbolic swallow (*andorinha*). Featuring artisanal azulejo ceramic tiles, cork accents, a sun deck infinity pool, and just 84 guests, your voyage is exceptionally intimate and deeply connected to local culture.
Featured Douro River Itineraries
New for 2027
From $2,990 USD
NEW: Essence of the Douro
An intensive 6-day voyage through the best of the Douro Valley. Port wine tastings, cooking demonstrations, and private visits to family-owned quintas.
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Full 8 Days
From $5,290 USD
Villages and Vintages of the Douro
Tauck's flagship Douro itinerary with a full-day excursion into Spain to visit UNESCO World Heritage Salamanca, plus private dinners at legendary wine quintas.
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