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Lisbon off-the-beaten-path Small Group Tour: Sesimbra, Arrabida & Wine Tasting

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Lisbon, Portugal

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Overview

From Lisbon, you will go south by crossing the Tejo River by passing the Portuguese Golden Gate Bridge (25 of April Bridge). You will explore the south side of Lisbon (Arrábida, Sesimbra, Azeitão, and Espichel). Here you will enjoy beautiful beaches, frighteningly tall cliffs, an astonishing cape, a medieval well-preserved castle, a fishing village, a natural park, an abandoned monastery, and a local family-owned winery. The day will end by visiting vineyards and tasting 4 local wines. You will have an amazing and relaxing day away from the big tourist crowds.

What's Included

  • Maximum 8 people
  • Wine tasting (4 wines)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Avenida da Liberdade
1250-13Lisboa, Portugal

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What To Expect

25 de Abril Bridge (Pass By)

You'll cross the April 25th Bridge (a lookalike of the Golden Gate Bridge), a giant and scenic suspension bridge that connects the north and south sides of Lisbon. It was renamed after the revolution day (April 25th) that finished the Salazar dictatorship in 1974.
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Praia da Lagoa de Albufeira (Pass By)

The Albufeira Lagoon is a protected area on the western side of the Setúbal Peninsula. It’s a combination of pine trees, beautiful beaches, small lagoons (the deepest in Portugal), and birdwatching. It’s a popular weekend beach destination for locals and famous for water sports.
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Cabo Espichel

You'll stop and enjoy the impressive Espichel Cape (Cabo Espichel). This spot is the westernmost point of the Sesimbra coast, where we can see frighteningly tall cliffs. There are a few buildings here, mainly built in the seventeen hundreds: a church flanked by two arms of pilgrims’ lodges, a lighthouse, a chapel, and an aqueduct. Espichel Cape was a very important place for pilgrims.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Castelo de Sesimbra

You'll visit the Sesimbra Castle (Castelo de Sesimbra), an old Moorish castle (9th century) rising 200m above sea level. It’s impressively well preserved, and from here we can enjoy unique views over the Atlantic and the Sesimbra Bay. Inside there are two permanent exhibits on its history, a heritage interpretation center, a church, and an old cemetery.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Fortaleza de Santiago (Pass By)

At the center of Sesimbra, you can explore Santiago Fortress (Fortaleza de Santiago) that was part of Portugal’s coastal defenses and a summertime retreat of Portuguese kings.
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Praia da California (Pass By)

Enjoy the California beach, and its fine sands and turquoise waters.
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Sesimbra

You'll stop and explore Sesimbra, a small Atlantic fishing village. Sesimbra is about a bay surrounded by tall cliffs, turquoise waters, fine sands, and excellent seafood (it’s all uniformly delicious). At the downtown, we'll find narrow lanes lined with terracotta-roofed houses and a palm-fringed promenade.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Parque Natural da Arrabida

You'll explore the Arrabida Mountain, a famous protected area (Arrabida Natural Park) with many unique Mediterranean plants (olives, pistachios, strawberries, lavender, thyme, and chamomile). We will drive along the Atlantic coast, stop several times, and enjoy remarkable and breathtaking views with amazing beaches and azure waters.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Convento da Arrabida

You can take a look at Convento da Arrabida (Arrábida Monastery). This building was founded in 1542 by Friar Martinho de Santa Maria, a Castilian Franciscan. It’s a surprising construction that is completely isolated in the mountain.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Quinta do Alcube

You'll stop and visit the Quinta de Alcube. It's a family property founded in the 15th century in the center of Arrabida's Natural Park. It is today an iconic local winery and a paradise for wine lovers. You’ll visit the vineyards, do wine tasting, and learn about this familiar winery.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • The tour will be only in English
  • Bring at least a light jacket since sometimes the weather is highly variable

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Lisbon off-the-beaten-path Small Group Tour: Sesimbra, Arrabida & Wine Tasting?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Maximum 8 people
  • Wine tasting (4 wines)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Central meeting (pick up and drop off) point
  • The tour will be only in English
  • Local guide and driver
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • The tour will be only in English
  • Bring at least a light jacket since sometimes the weather is highly variable
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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Free Cancellation

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WEST).

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