About this experience
Experience the best of the Setúbal Peninsula on a private full-day tour exclusively for your group. Enjoy two guided winery visits and tastings, explore hilltop Sesimbra Castle, take time for lunch in the traditional fishing town and travel through Arrábida’s beautiful coastal landscapes. With private transportation and a dedicated guide, the tour combines wine, culture and scenery before ending with panoramic views from Cristo Rei. Along the way, your guide will share insights into local winemaking traditions, regional history and hidden viewpoints, ensuring a relaxed and personalized experience tailored to your interests.
At a glance
- Duration: 9 hr 30 min
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 9 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Private transportation
- Professional local guide-driver.
- Two guided winery visits with wine tastings.
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Itinerary and highlights
Cross the iconic 25 de Abril Bridge and enjoy the first views over the Tagus River as you leave Lisbon and travel towards the Setúbal Peninsula.
Begin the day at Palmela Castle, a historic hilltop fortress overlooking the Setúbal Peninsula. Walk through its open areas and viewpoints while your guide introduces Palmela’s strategic importance and its connections to the medieval Order of Santiago. On clear days, enjoy panoramic views towards Setúbal, the Sado Estuary and the Arrábida hills.
Begin your wine experience in Azeitão with a guided visit to this historic winery. Learn about the producer’s heritage, explore its cellars and finish with a tasting of selected local wines. The wines served may vary according to availability.
Explore the grounds and historic walls of Sesimbra Castle, located above the fishing town. Enjoy panoramic views over Sesimbra, the surrounding hills and the Atlantic coastline while learning about the site’s strategic importance.
Enjoy free time in the traditional fishing town of Sesimbra for lunch and a short walk near the waterfront. Lunch is not included, but your guide can recommend restaurants according to your preferences and budget.
Travel through Arrábida Natural Park along a scenic route surrounded by limestone hills, Mediterranean vegetation and coastal landscapes, stopping at several points to enjoy breathtaking views of amazing beaches and azure waters.
Visit a second family-owned winery in the scenic Azeitão region and discover a different side of local winemaking. Enjoy a guided tour of the winery and cellars, followed by a tasting of selected regional wines that reflect the character of the area.
Finish the tour with a stop at Cristo Rei, where you can admire panoramic views over Lisbon, the Tagus River and the 25 de Abril Bridge.
Meeting and pickup information
- Your tour guide will pick you up at the chosen hotel/address. Please be ready outside, or in the lobby, at the designated time.
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- ODYSSEY TOURS
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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