A new ship and a new itinerary are coming to Riviera River Cruises, traversing the Douro River in Portugal and Spain next year. MS Porto Mirante will set sail on 10 departures of the Highlights of the Douro Valley and Salamanca River Cruise July–October 2024, joining MS Douro Elegance and MS Douro Splendour.

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At 262 feet, MS Porto Mirante will boast an atrium bar and lounge, a restaurant, a fitness center, sun deck, sky lounge and splash pool. The ship will hold 118 passengers across 59 cabins, spanning Diamond, Ruby and Emerald category types. All cabins feature double beds that can be converted to two twin beds, a bathroom with rain shower, desk with chair, flat-screen TV, air-conditioning controls, a coffeemaker and more.

“Our only itinerary on the Douro River has grown to become one of our most popular cruises, so we’re launching a new ship and a new itinerary to keep up with demand there,” said Marilyn Conroy, executive vice president sales and marketing North America, Riviera River Cruises. “The stylish new MS Porto Mirante will take guests through the stunning heart of the winelands along the river, with excursions led by local experts who offer fascinating insight into the destinations we visit. And, as on all our 2024 river cruises, guests will enjoy our new Superior drinks package free of charge.”

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The Highlights of the Duoro Valley and Salamanca River Cruise itinerary starts at $2,849 per person based on double occupancy.