Exclusively chartered for Saga guests, the Douro Queen allows you to relax by the pool on the sun deck, or in the stylish bar as you cruise the length of the River Douro.
About the ship
Douro Queen allows you to explore the River Douro in comfort. On the sun deck you'll find a pool and plenty of sun loungers, while on the lower decks you can make yourself at home in the panorama lounge and bar, and the restaurant. The restaurant serves international cuisine with meals served at one leisurely sitting. You can admire the views while enjoying four-course dinners, as well as delicious buffet-style breakfasts and lunches. During your cruise there will also be entertainment local to the region through which you are cruising, such as Portuguese folk music.
All 65 cabins are outside facing. Cabins on the upper deck have a balcony, while those on the main deck have large picture windows. All cabins are en suite and have twin or double beds, as well as a television, hairdryer and safe. Upper Deck Aft cabins (UA grade) on Douro Queen have a partially obstructed view from the balcony.
78 metresLength
11 metresBreadth
2005Maiden voyage
130Passenger capacity
30Officers & crew
4Passenger decks
There is one liftLift
15 sq mApprox. twin cabin size
MS Douro Queen
Terraced vineyards along the Douro
The undulating scenery of the Douro
The swimming pool on the sun deck
A cabin aboard MS Douro Queen
There's plenty of room to relax
The bar offers panoramic views
Take in the view from the bar
The stylish restaurant and bar on board Douro Queen
A typical cabin
The dining area laid out ready
The bar and restaurant aboard MS Douro Queen
An Upper Deck cabin with floor to ceiling windowsCuisine
Start the day in the way you mean to go on, with a delicious buffet-style breakfast or a more substantial full English. If you're not out exploring or on an excursion then an enticing buffet-style lunch will be yours to savour, while at dinner you'll have a four-course meal with a choice of main course, and at both lunch and dinner you will be served complimentary wine and soft drinks.
A typical menu aboard Douro Queen
- Marinated salmon with seasonal salad and a vinaigrette dressing
- Cream of pea soup
- Flounder in a garlic and button onion sauce
or
Duck in orange sauce served with wild rice - Chocolate cake with berry sauce
- Tea and coffee
Vegetarian meals and special dietary requirements can be requested when booking.
