Arrabida and Sesimbra Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon with Wine Tasting

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Arrabida and Sesimbra Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon with Wine Tasting

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€72
Duration
9 h
Group size
Up to 15 travellers
Guide languages
Portuguese, English, Spanish

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Overview

Enjoy time away from Lisbon on a small-group day trip to Arrabida and Sesimbra. Enjoy a drive along the Vasco da Gama Bridge, the longest in Europe. Visit the amazing Mercado do Livramento in Setúbal, then sample four wines at a local winery. Enjoy the fishing village of Sesimbra, and visit Arrabida Natural Park where you can soak in spectacular views of the Atlantic. Relax as you sample two local wines at Casa Museu Jose Maria da Fonseca, one of the oldest wine-producers in Portugal, before heading to Cristo-Rei Sanctuary to admire Lisbon from a distance.

What's included

Travel in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan
Guided by a local expert sharing insider stories and traditions
Discover the region’s finest with visit to 2 wineries and 6 wine tastings

Not included

Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Guided visit inside monuments and buildings

What you will do

Ponte Vasco da Gama
Leave Lisbon behind as you cross the Tagus River on the Vasco da Gama Bridge. Built for the 1998 Lisbon Universal Exposition, it is the longest bridge in Europe at nearly 11 miles (17 km) long
Pass by, no stop
Mercado do Livramento
From Tuesday to Saturday, starting on the 1st of June, we stop at the Market of Setúbal, considered one of the most beautiful and lively markets in the world: from exotic local fishes to vegetable, fruits, bakeries and cheese.
30 min
Castelo de Palmela
Only on mondays: Visit the Palmela Castle and ascend the walls and tower for an amazing photo opportunity
45 min
Jose Maria de Fonseca
You will then follow your guide to a wine tasting session at Casa Museu Jose Maria da Fonseca, one of the oldest wine-producers in Portugal. Enjoy a guided tour of the winery and sample two wines (included) from a wide selection of regional wines.
1 h
Parque Natural da Arrabida
Continue to the northern shore of the Sado River and discover the beauty of Arrabida Natural Park. Climb to the tallest peak at 1,640 feet (500 meters) and gaze over the verdant park towards the Atlantic and the beaches below.
Pass by, no stop
Castelo de Sesimbra
Stop for a fresh seafood lunch (own expense) in the charming fishing town of Sesimbra. Spend more free time strolling along lively streets or continue for a walk along golden beaches.
1 h 30 min
Quinta do Alcube
Visit a beautiful local family owned wine farm in the heart of Arrábida park, where it is time to taste some wine
1 h
Santuario Nacional de Cristo Rei
Finally, visit the Cristo Rei Sanctuary, inaugurated in 1959 and inspired by the famous Cristo Rei monument in Brazil, and admire Lisbon from a distance before returning to the city.
45 min

Meeting point

Please meet our guide in front of the Hard Rock Cafe. Most of the times the guide will park the vehicle in a underground parking lot, so don't worry if you don't see any vehicles approaching.

End point: Please meet our guide in front of the Hard Rock Cafe. Most of the times the guide will park the vehicle in a underground parking lot, so don't worry if you don't see any vehicles approaching.

Important information

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age for wine tasting is 18 years
Visit to the vineyards in small groups are not guaranteed
It's rare, but this tour may be conducted in two languages to accommodate all participants
Infant / child seats are mandatory for children aged 0-11. These are available on request if child age is advised at time of booking.
There is no room in our vehicles for strollers and luggage
If the booking is for more than 8 people, the group will be divided in separate vehicles