The last few days have flown by as we have sailed up and down the Douro River in Portugal, exploring quaint towns, historically rich cities, and terraced hills in this wonderful country.
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Thanks to Viking River Cruises and their kind invitation to join them on this social cruise, we have met wonderful people and journeyed to exciting places.
I will be posting a few more photos and videos of this trip when I get back, but I wanted to share some photos our cruise ship, the Viking Torgil, so all of our readers could check it out even sooner.
This ship was made especially to sail the Douro River in Portugal. Viking Torgil is shorter than the Viking Longships to which so many are accustomed, but this charming ship also has fewer cabins, making it easier to get to know everyone on board and for the staff to have a more personal experience with the passengers as well.
Here are some photos of this river cruise ship in some of the destinations we had the chance to explore because of Viking’s invitation.
Viking Torgil pool at night in Porto, Portugal, an absolutely amazing city we can’t wait to visit again. The bridge was designed by the same man who designed the Eiffel Tower, Gustave Eiffel.Lounge of Viking TorgilLounge from bar area.
In port in Port, Portugal
Going through one of the five locks along the Douro River.
Dining room.
Aquavit on Viking TorgilAnother shot of Porto. Yes, we really enjoyed this place.
Our stateroom suite living room with bedroom in background. It took my fisheye lens to get it all in.
A tad blurry, but this is a fisheye shot the bedroom in our suite. The closet is a good size with plenty of room.
Luxurious shower and bathroom on board Viking Torgil.
Another angle of the lounge area.
TV and library in lounge area.
Great place to lie down while enjoying the experience of going through one of the locks.
Here is the place I visit at least 5 times a day it seems. Plenty of coffee and treats to get you through the day.
Sun deck on a sunny day.
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Jon is the co-founder of Cruise Fever and has been on 50+ cruises since his first in 2009. As an editor, 15-year writer on the cruise industry, and avid cruise enthusiast he has sailed with at least 10 cruise lines and is always looking for a great cruise deal. Jon lives in North Carolina and can be reached at [email protected].
