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Scenic Azure October 12-22 2026 Cruise & Offers | Scenic Cruises

Delightful Douro with Madrid: Porto to Madrid

VoyageDOUM121026.1Journey beginsPorto, PortugalJourney endsMadrid, SpainDatesOctober 12-22 2026Duration11 daysShipScenic Azure

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Published cruise sector details

Official ports, codes, and sector times
Official cruise sectorPorto Pier (OP1) to Porto Pier (OP1)12 October 2026, 16:00 to 19 October 2026, 09:00

Scenic Azure. Sector timestamps are reproduced from Scenic; the source does not supply a timezone.

Itinerary at a Glance

October 12-22 2026
Day 1 | 12 October 2026PortoArrival and departure times not published

Welcome to Porto, Portugal’s second city. Built on the hills overlooking the mouth of the Douro River, this bustling city is the capital of the Northern region. The city was named by the Romans for its port, which was an integral link to Lisbon.

Day 2 | 13 October 2026Porto > PinhãoArrival and departure times not published

Relax as your Scenic Space-Ship meanders its way through the spectacular Douro Valley towards Pinhão. Admire the beaty along the steep riverbanks lined with terraced vineyards and majestic quintas as you cruise along the Douro River. This afternoon you’ll dock in Pinhão, set on one of the prettiest parts of the Douro River.

Day 3 | 14 October 2026Pinhão > Barca D’AlvaArrival and departure times not published

This morning, you have the special opportunity to visit the charming village of Provesende, located on a plateau with spectacular views of the region’s fertile rolling landscape. Wander through the village and visit the church, discover the old bakery, witness traditional handicraft being made, and look inside the historic manor house, Morgadio da Calçada, where you’ll enjoy a tasting of delicious bola.

Day 4 | 15 October 2026Barca d’Alva > PocinhoArrival and departure times not published

Barca d’Alva > Pocinho is a published destination on Delightful Douro with Madrid: Porto to Madrid aboard Scenic Azure. It provides the setting for this stage of the journey; arrival, departure, berthing and excursion details are displayed only when they appear in the stored Scenic schedule, and final operating information should be reconfirmed before sailing.

Day 5 | 16 October 2026Pocinho > RéguaArrival and departure times not published

Wake in the village of Pocinho, which was established as the terminus of the Douro Railway in 1887. It’s a great location to explore more of the Douro Valley. Pocinho > Régua is a published destination on Delightful Douro with Madrid: Porto to Madrid aboard Scenic Azure.

Day 6 | 17 October 2026Régua > PortoArrival and departure times not published

Awake in Régua. Why not ask your butler to bring coffee to your suite if you would like a slower start to the day? Explore the Douro Valley today with a choice of excursions that include visiting one of the most beautiful towns in northern Portugal, exploring an enchanting palace or kayaking along a scenic river.

Day 7 | 18 October 2026PortoArrival and departure times not published

Porto is a published destination on Delightful Douro with Madrid: Porto to Madrid aboard Scenic Azure. It provides the setting for this stage of the journey; arrival, departure, berthing and excursion details are displayed only when they appear in the stored Scenic schedule, and final operating information should be reconfirmed before sailing.

Day 8 | 19 October 2026Porto > MadridArrival and departure times not published

Disembark Scenic Azure this morning and take an included flight to Madrid where you will enjoy a three night stay at your centrally located hotel allowing you to explore Madrid’s rich cultural heritage, stunning architecture and delicious cuisine. Porto > Madrid is a published destination on Delightful Douro with Madrid: Porto to Madrid aboard Scenic Azure.

Day 9 | 20 October 2026MadridArrival and departure times not published

Enjoy a tour of Madrid with a local guide this morning. You’ll explore the 17th century Austrian Quarter, the Sabatini Gardens, and the famous Cibeles and Neptuno Fountains. There will also be stops to see a traditional bullfighting ring, admire a panorama of the Royal Palace and visit the unique Templo de...

Day 10 | 21 October 2026MadridArrival and departure times not published

Madrid is a published destination on Delightful Douro with Madrid: Porto to Madrid aboard Scenic Azure. It provides the setting for this stage of the journey; arrival, departure, berthing and excursion details are displayed only when they appear in the stored Scenic schedule, and final operating information should be reconfirmed before sailing.

Day 11 | 22 October 2026MadridArrival and departure times not published

After breakfast, transfer to Madrid airport with memories of a truly unforgettable journey. This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions.

Schedule source status: Scenic publishes the complete day-by-day itinerary text in its official catalog, but daily arrival and departure times are not included. No times have been estimated. Daily port-call times and dock, anchor, or tender status were not published in the audited catalog. All available itinerary information is presented on DeluxeCruises.com.

A closer look at this sailing

Delightful Douro with Madrid: Porto to Madrid aboard Scenic Azure

On October 12-22 2026, Scenic Azure follows official voyage DOUM121026.1 from Porto, Portugal to Madrid, Spain over 11 days. Its published progression includes Porto, Porto > Pinhão, Pinhão > Barca D’Alva, Barca d’Alva > Pocinho, Pocinho > Régua.

Experience the Portuguese way of life on this immersive cruise through the spectacular Douro Valley. Then discover the grandeur of the Spanish capital, Madrid.

Scenic's official catalog provides 11 day-by-day entries for this departure but does not publish daily arrival and departure times. Those times remain explicitly unpublished here rather than being estimated.

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Luxury cruise planning summary

Scenic Azure October 12-22 2026: is Voyage DOUM121026.1 right for you?

This 11-day voyage aboard Scenic Azure sails Delightful Douro with Madrid: Porto to Madrid, with calls including Porto > Pinhão, Pinhão > Barca D’Alva, Barca d’Alva > Pocinho, and Pocinho > Régua. Voyage DOUM121026.1 matches the latest verified voyage-search dataset used by this website. Before reserving, ask Deluxe Cruises to compare accommodations, deck location, inclusions, current availability, and any family, medical, dietary, or accessibility arrangements for this exact departure.

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What should travelers compare for Voyage DOUM121026.1?

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What is included and not included on Scenic Azure Voyage DOUM121026.1?

For the October 12-22, 2026 Delightful Douro with Madrid: Porto to Madrid sailing aboard Scenic Azure: Scenic River publishes meals, selected beverages, butler service, gratuities, complimentary Wi-Fi and the applicable Scenic Freechoice and Scenic Enrich experiences. Transfers and land components must follow the exact itinerary, while personal services and optional experiences can cost extra. The exact fare and booking confirmation control.

What bed is provided for a child or third guest on Scenic Azure Voyage DOUM121026.1?

For the October 12-22, 2026 Delightful Douro with Madrid: Porto to Madrid sailing aboard Scenic Azure: River-suite occupancy and primary beds vary by ship and category, and a universal current child policy is not safely verified for Scenic river cruises. The extra sleeping surface is not named by the current record, so Deluxe Cruises will obtain written sailing-specific confirmation before booking. Deluxe Cruises will confirm the exact room and occupancy before booking.

Are shore excursions included on Scenic Azure Voyage DOUM121026.1, and can Deluxe Cruises help with alternatives?

For the October 12-22, 2026 Delightful Douro with Madrid: Porto to Madrid sailing aboard Scenic Azure: Applicable Scenic Freechoice excursions and Scenic Enrich experiences are published as included on Scenic River voyages. Capacity, local conditions, participant rules, optional experiences and the exact itinerary still control. If a preferred shore experience is not included, Deluxe Cruises can compare independent alternatives and check whether a lower price or better value is available than booking through the cruise line. Availability and savings vary and are confirmed before purchase.

How does Internet and Wi-Fi work aboard Scenic Azure for Voyage DOUM121026.1?

For the October 12-22, 2026 Delightful Douro with Madrid: Porto to Madrid sailing aboard Scenic Azure: Complimentary Wi-Fi is published for Scenic Ocean and River cruises. Satellite or regional coverage, allowances, device rules and uninterrupted performance can vary, so the exact departure terms must be confirmed. The exact booking confirmation controls.

What are Scenic Azure's verified headline statistics?
Up to 96Guests
What clothes should I bring for this October itinerary?

Deluxe Cruises packing guidance for this October itinerary

  • Pack versatile layers suited to the route and season, including a light sweater and compact wind- and water-resistant outer layer.
  • Bring comfortable, supportive, non-slip walking shoes for piers, steps, cobbled streets, and longer touring days.
  • Add sun protection, a compact umbrella, and clothing that covers shoulders and knees where local religious or cultural sites require modest dress.

Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours dress guidance

  • European river ships: smart casual is standard, with somewhat more formal dress suggested for Table La Rive; no special formal wardrobe is required.

Packing suggestions are Deluxe Cruises editorial guidance; the cruise line's final documents and the weather forecast control the last check.

What services and amenities are available aboard Scenic Azure?
  • European river Space-Ships publish butler service for every suite, dining and lounge spaces and selected e-bikes; wellness, pools, salt therapy and cooking facilities vary by ship and route.

Venues, hours, inclusions, equipment, and operating conditions can vary by ship and sailing. Deluxe Cruises will reconfirm the details for this departure.

What fitness, sports, or wellness facilities does Scenic Azure have?
  • River fitness rooms, pools, e-bikes and wellness facilities vary by ship. Salt Therapy Lounges are not fleetwide, and e-bikes are route- and ship-dependent.

Exercise-space availability, deck access, operating hours, and equipment are confirmed for the exact ship and voyage.

What accommodation features and services can Scenic Azure guests expect?
  • European Space-Ships publish Standard, Balcony, Junior and Royal categories. Scenic Sun Lounges apply to selected balcony and suite categories rather than every room, while butler service is published for every suite.

Review the exact room or suite number, category, deck position, layout, and benefits for Voyage DOUM121026.1 before reserving.

Can children and babies sail aboard Scenic Azure?
  • A current universal infant, child and childcare rule for Scenic river cruises was not verified; mark it unknown and obtain written sailing-specific confirmation.
  • A generic older passenger-ticket wording uses a different sixth-month expression, and a current universal river rule was not verified. Use the voyage contract and obtain written confirmation.

For Voyage DOUM121026.1: do not assume a supervised program, babysitting, crib, or child-specific service unless it is confirmed for this sailing.

How does Scenic Azure handle special needs, medical arrangements, and accessibility?
  • Notify Scenic at booking and when circumstances change. A guest who needs personal care or substantial assistance must travel with a capable companion.
  • River ships can have incomplete elevator coverage, narrow doors and corridors, changing gangways and coaches that cannot carry wheelchairs. Accessible rooms must be requested and confirmed before booking.
  • Scenic river ships do not carry a doctor. Crew have first-aid capability and arrange shoreside assistance at the next suitable port.
  • Guests must carry adequate medication and insurance and should never treat shipboard care as equivalent to a shoreside hospital.

Important: access varies by accommodation, gangway, pier, tender, shore transport, and operating conditions. Document needs when requesting the booking and reconfirm them before travel.

What is the smoking policy aboard Scenic Azure?
  • The current official FAQ pages reviewed did not expose a reliable ship-by-ship smoking-location answer.
  • Do not publish an exact indoor or outdoor smoking-area claim for Scenic ocean or river ships until the selected voyage's current official documentation or onboard plan confirms it.

Designated locations and onboard rules can change. Follow the policy, posted signs, and crew instructions in force for the voyage.

How can I find the best cruise airfare for Scenic Azure Voyage DOUM121026.1?

For flights to Porto before this Scenic Azure cruise and home from Madrid after Voyage DOUM121026.1, compare schedules, fare rules, baggage allowances, connection times, and change options—not airfare alone. Visit the Deluxe Cruises Cruise Airfare page to explore flight options designed around your cruise and potential ways to save money. Airfares and savings vary, and Deluxe Cruises will help confirm suitable travel dates and connection time before booking.

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Visit the Deluxe Cruises Cruise Travel Insurance page to prepare for a quote and compare optional protection with Travel Insured.

You can also search the Deluxe Cruises Cruise-Line Travel Insurance Directory for cruise-line-specific plan companies, insurer or administrator contacts, available policy-document links, and published pre-existing-condition purchase guidance. Plan terms and availability can change; the policy or certificate issued for your state controls.

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  1. Step 1 — Open Manage Booking: Choose Manage Booking or Trip Personaliser from Scenic's official website.
  2. Step 2 — Enter the booking details: Enter the Scenic booking number and the guest surname. First name is optional and can be used to limit the display to one passenger.
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  4. Step 4 — Complete personal information: Provide the requested date of birth, address, contact, next-of-kin, passport, and applicable frequent-flyer, visa, or independent-flight details exactly as documented.
  5. Step 5 — Review released requirements: Check the Trip Personaliser for travel information, forms, and any medical or expedition requirements Scenic releases for the reservation.

If Scenic does not recognize Scenic Azure Voyage DOUM121026.1, recheck the booking number and surname exactly as shown on the Scenic confirmation. Then contact Deluxe Cruises so your advisor can verify the booking record with Scenic.

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