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



Arrábida and Sesimbra in a small group, eight hours, with a wine tasting. It is the affordable way south over the bridge if you do not want to hire a car, and the Sesimbra stop gives you the fish lunch. Twenty people maximum, so it is a minibus, not a coach.
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.
- Duration
- 8 h
- Group
- Up to 20
- Guide
- EN · ES · PT
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Driving time
- 50 min from Praça do Comércio
- Time on site
- 3 h
What is 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
Itinerary
- 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) longdrive-by
- 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 c30 min · admission included
- Only on mondays: Visit the Palmela Castle and ascend the walls and tower for an amazing photo opportunity45 min · admission included
- 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 s1 h · admission included
- 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 drive-by
- 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 · admission included
- Visit a beautiful local family owned wine farm in the heart of Arrábida park, where it is time to taste some wine1 h · admission included
- 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 · admission included
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.
What travellers say
★★★★★ A lovely day off the beaten track What a great day! Our guide, Joao, provided us with a very enjoyable visit to two wineries where we were able to sample several Portuguese wines. We visited a medieval castle and stopped at the lovely beachside fishing village of Sesimbra for lunch. It was well worth the trip!Carol H · 2026-09-19 · via Viator
★★★★★ Great experience. Tour... Great experience. Tour guide was excellent. Tour conducted by Inside Lisbon and they are very professional. Highly recommended them and the Viator booking platform.Susan P · 2026-09-18 · via Viator
★★★★★ A full day of landscapes and information Ricardo was very informative and pleasant. We saw and heard a variety of Portugal's history and what’s happening now; from birds to dolphins,cork, wine, bridges, beaches etc.donnamA560YW · 2026-09-16 · via Viator
★★★★★ Excellent Tour and Guide! This was a delightful tour. We loved all the stops. It was quiet, peaceful, and beautiful. The wine was excellent and the quintas were lovely. Jose was a great guide. He was very personable, friendly, helpful, and thoughtful. He was extremely knowledgeable and had a fun sense of humor. We would highly recommend both Jose and the tour!Jan S · 2026-09-15 · via Viator
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