Arrabida Wine Tour from Lisbon: Wineries, Tastings & Tile Factory (group tour)

Doba trvání

9 hodin

Jazyk

Angličtina

Hosté

1-10

The tour includes crossing the Tejo River, experiencing stunning beaches and towering cliffs that overlook the Atlantic Ocean, admiring beautiful tile art at a local workshop, stopping at two family-owned wineries, and visiting the Christ the King statue

Included

Guide
Transfer
Local guide and driver in an air-conditioned vehicle
Tour is limited to 8 people and will be conducted in English
Tasting of 7 wines while visiting 2 family-owned wineries
Torta de Azeitao (local pastry) and Queijo de Azeitao (local cheese)
Central meeting point for pick-up and drop-off

Not included

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

April 25th Bridge. You will cross the April 25th Bridge, which resembles the Golden Gate Bridge. This impressive and scenic suspension bridge connects the northern and southern sides of Lisbon. It was named in honor of the revolution that took place on April 25th, 1974, which ended the Salazar dictatorship.

Azulejos de Azeitao workshop. The Azulejos de Azeitão workshop employs traditional European tile-making techniques and recreates antique designs from not only European countries but also Islamic and Chinese cultures. Here, you can explore flat hand-painted tiles as well as relief tiles featuring various color glazes, inspired by 16th-century Hispano-Moorish tiles. This workshop is one of the most renowned in the southern region of Lisbon.

Arrábida UNESCO Park (Parque Natural da Arrabida). You will explore the Arrábida UNESCO Park, a renowned protected area home to many unique Mediterranean plants, including olives, pistachios, strawberries, lavender, thyme, and chamomile. We will drive along the Atlantic coast, stopping at several points to enjoy breathtaking views of amazing beaches and azure waters.

Arrábida Monastery (Convento da Arrabida). Take a look at the Convento da Arrábida (Arrábida Monastery), which was founded in 1542 by Friar Martinho de Santa Maria, a Castilian Franciscan. This remarkable building is entirely isolated in the mountains.

Quinta de Catralvos, a family-owned winery. Quinta de Catralvos is a family-owned winery that offers stunning views of its vineyards. Here, you can enjoy local wines and appetizers while being guided through the winery and cellars. You will learn about the entire wine production process, from the vine to the glass.

Santiago Fortress (Fortaleza de Santiago). In the heart of Sesimbra, you can visit Santiago Fortress (Fortaleza de Santiago), which was part of Portugal’s coastal defenses and served as a summer retreat for Portuguese kings.

California beach (Praia da California). Experience the beautiful California beach with its soft, fine sands and crystal-clear turquoise waters.

Ouro Beach (Praia do Ouro). Relax at the serene Ouro Beach, known for its soft, fine sands and crystal-clear turquoise waters.

Sesimbra village. You’ll have the opportunity to stop and explore Sesimbra, a charming fishing village on the Atlantic coast. Sesimbra is situated around a bay, surrounded by towering cliffs, turquoise waters, beautiful sandy beaches, and exceptional seafood—all of which is consistently delicious. In the town center, you'll find narrow streets lined with terracotta-roofed houses and a picturesque promenade adorned with palm trees.

Jose Maria da Fonseca, a family-owned winery. Jose Maria da Fonseca is a family-owned winery that has been operating for nearly 200 years, having been established in 1834 by six generations of the same family. The guided visit begins in the owner's house and continues through the ancient wine cellars. Some of the wines you will discover here are over 100 years old. At the end of the tour, you will have the opportunity to taste some of their exceptional wines.

Christ the King Statue (Cristo Rei). The site of the Christ the King Statue (Cristo Rei) offers the best viewpoint of Lisbon. From here, you can enjoy stunning views of the city and the Tagus River. Inspired by the statue in Brazil, this monument was erected in 1959 to express gratitude to God for sparing Portugal from the horrors of World War II. There is an entrance fee to go up to the statue, but the view from the bottom is quite similar.

April 25th Bridge. oss the April 25th Bridge, which resembles the Golden Gate Bridge. This impressive and scenic suspension bridge connects the northern and southern sides of Lisbon. It was named in honor of the revolution that took place on April 25th, 1974, which ended the Salazar dictatorship.

Don't forget!

The tour will be only in EnglishNot wheelchair accessibleInfant seats availableStroller accessibleService animals allowedNear public transportation Please bring comfortable shoes, clothes, and sunscreen.

Starting in Lisbon, you will embark on a small group tour (with a maximum of 8 people) heading south. Your journey begins with a crossing of the April 25th Bridge, which resembles the Golden Gate Bridge. This impressive suspension bridge connects the northern and southern parts of Lisbon and was named in honor of the revolution that took place on April 25, 1974, which ended the Salazar dictatorship.

Your first stop will be the Azulejos de Azeitao, a workshop that employs traditional European tile-making techniques and recreates antique designs from Europe, as well as Islamic and Chinese cultures. Here, you can explore flat hand-painted tiles and relief tiles with various color glazes, inspired by 16th-century Hispano-Moorish tiles. This workshop is one of the most renowned in the southern region of Lisbon.

Next, you’ll explore Arrabida UNESCO Park, a protected area known for its unique Mediterranean plants, including olives, pistachios, strawberries, lavender, thyme, and chamomile. As you drive along the Atlantic coast, you’ll stop at several points to enjoy breathtaking views of stunning beaches and azure waters. In the heart of Arrabida UNESCO Park, you’ll find the Convento da Arrabida (Arrabida Monastery), founded in 1542 by Friar Martinho de Santa Maria, a Castilian Franciscan. This remarkable building is completely isolated in the mountains.

This journey will then take you to the Quinta de Catralvos winery, a family-owned establishment offering spectacular views of its vineyards. Here, you can enjoy local wines (5 wines) and appetizers (cheese and pastries) while being guided through the winery and cellars. You’ll learn about the entire wine production process, from the vine to the glass.

Afterward, you’ll arrive at Sesimbra, a charming fishing village on the Atlantic coast. Nestled around a bay and surrounded by towering cliffs, turquoise waters, and beautiful sandy beaches, Sesimbra is home to exceptional seafood that is always delicious. In the town center, you’ll find narrow streets lined with terracotta-roofed houses and a picturesque promenade adorned with palm trees. You may choose to have lunch, visit the Santiago Fortress (Fortaleza de Santiago)—part of Portugal’s coastal defenses and a summer retreat for Portuguese kings—or relax on the beautiful California and Ouro beaches, known for their soft sands and crystal-clear waters.

Your journey continues at the Jose Maria da Fonseca winery, a family-owned winery that has been in operation for nearly 200 years, established in 1834 by six generations of the same family. The guided visit begins in the owner’s house and continues through the ancient wine cellars. Some of the wines you will discover here are over 100 years old, and at the end of the tour, you will have the opportunity to taste some of their exceptional wines (2 wines).

Finally, you’ll visit the site of the Christ the King Statue (Cristo Rei), which offers the best viewpoint of Lisbon. From here, you can enjoy stunning views of the city and the Tagus River. Inspired by the statue in Brazil, this monument was erected in 1959 to express gratitude to God for sparing Portugal from the horrors of World War II. There is an entrance fee for going up to the statue, but the view from the bottom is quite similar.

At the end of your tour, you’ll head back to Lisbon, crossing the Tagus River again via the April 25th Bridge.