Escorted Tours 2020 & 2021 - 2nd Edition - Mercury Holidays

118 RIVER CRUISES DAY 1: UK TO PORTO D - Depart London on your scheduled flight. On arrival, you’ll be met and transferred to your ship. Enjoy a welcome cocktail before dinner then take a tour of Porto. DAY 2: PORTO B/L/D - Explore Porto on a guided tour, visiting San Francisco Church and the beautiful Palácio da Bolsa located in the UNESCO-listed historic centre of Porto. DAY 3: PORTO TO REGUA B/L/D - This morning, journey to the Guimarães to visit the impressive Ducal Palace. Set sail this afternoon and arrive in Regua. DAY 4: REGUA TO VEGA DE TERRON B/L/D - Relax on board before a visit to Vila Real with the chance to stroll through the landscaped gardens of Mateus Palace. Tonight, enjoy an entertaining flamenco performance. DAY 5: BARCA D’ALVA & SALAMANCA B/L/D - Arrive at Barca d’Alva in the early morning. Later, enjoy a day tour of Salamanca with its stunning cathedral. DAY 6: BARCA D’ALVA, FERRADOSA & PINHAO B/L/D - Cruise through the locks of Valeira and Pocinho, en route to Ferradosa. Take part in a port wine tasting experience at a local estate. The ship docks at Pinhao where there will be a spectacular gala dinner on board. DAY 7: BARCA D’ALVA & SALAMANCA B/L/D - Disembark for a tour to Lamego, an elegant town nestled among the terraced slopes of the Douro Valley. This afternoon, cruise to historic Porto. DAY 8: PORTO TO THE UK B - Disembark for your airport transfer and return flight. FOR YOU TO KNOW: No visa required, however insurance must be obtained before travel. Tips: It is customary to tip your guides. This is at your discretion, but we recommend approximately £40pp for the duration of your cruise. DAY 1: UK TO VENICE D - Depart London on your scheduled flight to Venice. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your ship, the MS Michelangelo. After meeting the crew and enjoying a welcome cocktail, unwind on board with an evening to do as you please. DAY 2: VENICE B/L/D - Awake in a city like no other: a network of gondola-filled canals weaving between grand marble palaces and dramatic, historic monuments. This morning, enjoy a land excursion to the Doge’s Palace, Venice’s famed palace- turned-museum that overlooks the canal waters. Enjoy time at leisure to become acquainted with the city. Take an afternoon tour through the brightly-coloured streets of the charming island of Burano then explore the outlying island chain of Murano, renowned for its beautiful glassware. DAY 3: VENICE B/L/D - On this morning’s tour, observe the quintessential Venetian process of crafting gondolas and creating the city’s elaborate masquerade masks, characterised by ornate designs and intricate gilding. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure, giving you the chance to take a gondola ride, view the spectacular Byzantine domes of Basilica di San Marco or stroll the city streets. DAY 4: VENICE AND CHIOGGIA B/L/D - This morning, sail to Chioggia, a coastal town where pastel houses overlook a web of serene canals. In the afternoon, travel to Padua, a city brimming with medieval architecture. Take a guided tour of the town’s sights, including the grand Basilica of Saint Anthony, one of the most frequently visited holy sites in the world. Head back to Venice for on board evening entertainment and a gala meal. DAY 5: VENICE TO THE UK B - After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK. FOR YOU TO KNOW: No visa required, however insurance must be obtained before travel. Tips - It is customary to tip your guides. This is at your discretion, but we recommend approximately £25pp for the duration of your cruise. 8 days from £1,449pp 5 days from £939pp MS Infante Don Henrique Basilica di santa maria della salute VALLEY OF THE DOURO: FROM PORTO TO SPAIN ENCHANTING WATERWAYS OF VENICE RIVER CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS ✔ Cruise through the Douro Valley ✔ On-board evening entertainment, including a wonderful flamenco show ✔ Enjoy a port wine tasting experience ✔ Tour Porto, Lamego and Salamanca RIVER CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS ✔ Explore the charming islands of Burano and Murano ✔ Visit the scenic coastal town of Chioggia ✔ Tour Padua’s medieval churches and buildings ✔ Visit Venice’s famed Doge’s Palace MEAL PLAN: All-Inclusive Cruise All meals and drinks included daily ACCOMMODATION 4 ★ MS Michelangelo - All cabins are outside-facing and located above the water, affording outstanding views. MEAL PLAN: All-Inclusive Cruise All meals and drinks included daily ACCOMMODATION 4 ★ MS Infante Don Henrique 5 ★ MS Gil Eanes 5 ★ MS Amalia Rodrigues 5 ★ MS Miguel Torga ALL-INCLUSIVE RIVER CRUISES DEPARTURES & FROM PRICES 4 ★ Main Deck Middle Deck Upper Deck 10 May 21 £1,669 £1,799 £1,839 05 Jul 21 £1,499 £1,629 £1,669 12 Jul 21 £1,449 £1,579 £1,619 19 & 26 Jul 21 £1,499 £1,629 £1,669 16 Aug 21 £1,529 £1,659 £1,699 5 ★ Main Deck Middle Deck Upper Deck 21 Apr 21 £1,749 £1,879 £1,919 02 Jul 21 £1,789 £1,919 £1,959 07 & 09 Jul 21 £1,789 £1,919 £1,959 14 & 20 Jul 21 £1,789 £1,919 £1,959 21 & 27 Jul 21 £1,799 £1,929 £1,969 28 Jul 21 £1,799 £1,929 £1,969 02 - 04 Aug 21 £1,799 £1,929 £1,969 10 Aug 21 £1,799 £1,929 £1,969 11 & 17 Aug 21 £1,799 £1,929 £1,969 18 Aug 21 £1,799 £1,929 £1,969 24 Aug 21 £1,799 £1,929 £1,969 2022 DEPARTURES AT 2021 PRICES - CONTACT US FOR DATES • A single supplement starts from just £499 DEPARTURES & FROM PRICES 4 ★ Main Deck Middle Deck 17 Feb 21 £1,029 £1,129 21 Feb 21 £1,029 £1,129 25 Feb 21 £1,029 £1,129 01 Mar 21 £1,029 £1,129 05 Mar 21 £1,029 £1,129 14 Apr 21 £1,249 £1,349 12 May 21 £1,139 £1,249 28 May 21 £1,139 £1,249 13 Jun 21 £1,229 £1,349 20 Aug 21 £1,229 £1,339 05 Sep 21 £1,149 £1,249 21 Sep 21 £1,149 £1,249 24 Oct 21 £939 £1,049 01 Nov 21 £939 £1,049 05 Nov 21 £939 £1,049 2022 DEPARTURES AT 2021 PRICES - CONTACT US FOR DATES • A single supplement starts from just £369 To book or for further information visit your local travel agent or call us FREE on 0800 408 0556