Spain River Cruises

Many river cruise itineraries in Portugal and France also include time in neighboring Spain. A sailing on the Douro or Rhone river, for example, can be combined with a few hotel nights in landmark Spanish cities.

You might visit Barcelona, the dynamic capital of Spain's Catalonia region. Time spent in this sprawling metropolis can include excursions to the city's Gothic Quarter and the famous La Sagrada Familia basilica. You can also join the city's buzzing tapas bar scene and sample local culinary favorites.

Winding past Portugal's lush vineyards, rural villages and rolling terrain, many Douro River cruises visit the UNESCO World Heritage city of Salamanca and Spain's capital of Madrid. The Renaissance city of Salamanca is home to one of the oldest universities in the world and the impressive Plaza Mayor city square. Madrid is a city of contrasts, combining contemporary infrastructure and cosmopolitan amenities with centuries of captivating Spanish culture. Stays in Madrid often include trips to the Royal Palace, Prado Museum and walled city of Toledo.

River cruises that visit Spain are particularly good values, because your hotel stay, stateroom, onboard meals and sightseeing are included in the upfront rate. Tour directors are with you taking care of everyday details, while experienced local guides share a wealth of knowledge about each stop.