Avalon Waterways plans to launch a new-build vessel on the Douro in 2024.

Avalon Alegria will feature 200-square feet Panorama Suites across two decks, with each cabin home to beds that offer views of the river and surrounding landscape.

The 102-passenger vessel will have 14 Deluxe Staterooms and 37 Panorama Suites in total, with a swimming pool on the Sky Deck.

Alegria will operate a new eight-day round-trip cruise from Porto, featuring the line’s ‘Classic’, ‘Discovery’ and ‘Active’ experiences.

Ports of call include Porto Antigo, Pinhão and Barca d’Alva, all Portugal.

Prices for the sailing departing November 6, 2024, start from £2,743.

Janet Parton, sales and marketing director of Avalon Waterways UK, said: “We’ve been waiting for the perfect opportunity to add Portugal to our robust portfolio and that day has finally arrived.

“Inviting our guests to sail the Douro for the first time, we’re bringing the Suite Ships of Avalon to south-west Europe and we couldn’t be more excited.”