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Lisbon South Tour: Beaches, Cliffs, and Wine
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153 Ratings
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Discover the stunning beauty of Arrábida, Sesimbra, Azeitão, and Espichel on a small group tour from Lisbon. Explore breathtaking beaches, cliffs, castles, and a fishing village. End the day with a wine tasting at a local winery.
Discover the stunning beauty of Arrábida, Sesimbra, Azeitão, and Espichel on a small group tour from Lisbon. Explore breathtaking beaches, cliffs, castles, and a fishing village. End the day with a wine tasting at a local winery.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Avenida da Liberdade - The gathering spot is located at Avenida da Liberdade 9, right in front of the Armani Exchange store.
- 25 de Abril Bridge - Cross the April 25th Bridge, reminiscent of the Golden Gate Bridge, a grand and picturesque suspension bridge linking the northern and southern parts of Lisbon. It was renamed to commemorate the…
- Avenida da Liberdade - The gathering spot is located at Avenida da Liberdade 9, right in front of the Armani Exchange store.
- 25 de Abril Bridge - Cross the April 25th Bridge, reminiscent of the Golden Gate Bridge, a grand and picturesque suspension bridge linking the northern and southern parts of Lisbon. It was renamed to commemorate the revolution day (April 25th) that ended the Salazar dictatorship in 1974.
- Lagoa de Albufeira Beach - The Albufeira Lagoon is a protected area on the western side of the Setúbal Peninsula. It features a mix of pine trees, stunning beaches, small lagoons (the deepest in Portugal), and birdwatching opportunities. It’s a favored weekend beach spot for locals and is renowned for water sports.
- Cabo Espichel - Stop and admire the breathtaking Espichel Cape (Cabo Espichel). This location is the westernmost point of the Sesimbra coast, offering views of towering cliffs. There are several historical buildings here, mainly from the 1700s: a church with two wings of pilgrims’ lodges, a lighthouse, a chapel, and an aqueduct. Espichel Cape was a significant site for pilgrims.
- Castelo de Sesimbra - Visit the Sesimbra Castle (Castelo de Sesimbra), a historic Moorish castle from the 9th century, situated 200m above sea level. It is remarkably well-preserved, offering unique views over the Atlantic and Sesimbra Bay. Inside, there are two permanent exhibits on its history, a heritage interpretation center, a church, and an old cemetery.
- Fortaleza de Santiago - In the heart of Sesimbra, explore Santiago Fortress (Fortaleza de Santiago), which was part of Portugal’s coastal defenses and served as a summer retreat for Portuguese royalty.
- Praia da California - Enjoy the California beach, known for its fine sands and turquoise waters.
- Sesimbra - Stop and explore Sesimbra, a charming Atlantic fishing village. Sesimbra features a bay surrounded by high cliffs, turquoise waters, fine sands, and excellent seafood (all uniformly delicious). In the downtown area, discover narrow lanes lined with terracotta-roofed houses and a palm-fringed promenade.
- Parque Natural da Arrabida - Explore the Arrabida Mountain, a renowned protected area (Arrabida Natural Park) with a variety of unique Mediterranean plants (olives, pistachios, strawberries, lavender, thyme, and chamomile). Drive along the Atlantic coast, stopping several times to enjoy the stunning and breathtaking views with amazing beaches and azure waters.
- Convento da Arrabida - Visit the Convento da Arrabida (Arrábida Monastery). This building was established in 1542 by Friar Martinho de Santa Maria, a Castilian Franciscan. It is a remarkable structure, completely isolated in the mountain.
- Quinta do Alcube - Stop and visit the Quinta de Alcube. This family-owned property, founded in the 15th century, is located in the heart of Arrabida’s Natural Park. Today, it is an iconic local winery and a paradise for wine enthusiasts. Visit the vineyards, enjoy wine tasting, and learn about this family-run winery.
- Avenida da Liberdade - The gathering spot is located at Avenida da Liberdade 9, right in front of the Armani Exchange store.
What's Included
- Maximum 8 people
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Local guide and driver
- Central meeting point for pick up and drop off
- Wine tasting of 5 wines
- Tour conducted in English only
- Maximum 8 people
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Local guide and driver
- Central meeting point for pick up and drop off
- Wine tasting of 5 wines
- Tour conducted in English only
What's Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
Additional Information
Crossing the Tejo River via the stunning 25 of April Bridge, you will venture from Lisbon to the city’s southern side (Arrábida, Sesimbra, Azeitão, and Espichel). Here you will experience spectacular beaches, towering cliffs, a breathtaking cape, a well-preserved medieval castle, a quaint fishing village, a serene natural park, a deserted monastery, and…
Crossing the Tejo River via the stunning 25 of April Bridge, you will venture from Lisbon to the city’s southern side (Arrábida, Sesimbra, Azeitão, and Espichel). Here you will experience spectacular beaches, towering cliffs, a breathtaking cape, a well-preserved medieval castle, a quaint fishing village, a serene natural park, a deserted monastery, and a family-run winery. Your day will culminate with a visit to vineyards and a tasting of 4 local wines. This promises to be an exceptional and soothing day away from the traditional tourist hustle.
- The tour will be only in English
- Bring at least a light jacket since sometimes the weather is highly variable
Location
AX Armani Exchange
Avenida da Liberdade
9 AM at Avenida da Liberdade 9, in front of the Armani Exchange store. 1 minute walking from Restauradores metro station (blue line).
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(153 Ratings)
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Elizabeth_b
Dec 14, 2025
Fantastic Day Exploring in Portugal - Even though we did not have great weather, our tour guide made the whole day special. She was enthusiastic and knowledgeable.
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Meander50721039863
Nov 22, 2025
What a wonderful and beautiful day! - What a great day! Our guide, Liliana was informative & friendly. The sites were breathtaking and the wine sampling was a great way to end the tour. Would definitely recommend !!
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Shayweezyfbaby
Nov 17, 2025
Tania is a STAR! Sesimbra and Setúbal Valley is Gorgeous! - Wow, what an amazing glimpse into the beautiful beach town of Sesimbra and the gorgeous Setúbal wine country! Tania is an absolute GEM! Her knowledge of not only these small towns of Portugal, but also the specifics of Portuguese wine is astounding! I loved the small group format as well.
Sesimbra is truly beautiful. I loved visiting the abandoned castles and the church of Santa Maria. The town was small but also a lovely beach gem. The wine tasting was wonderful as were the wines. The prices weee so incredibly reasonable that it would be foolish not to buy. Overall, this was such a memorable tour. Would highly recommend to is looking to explore a lesser known area of Portugal!
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Louise_m
Oct 1, 2025
Memorable day - A very beautiful diversified and relaxing day. Breathtaking landscapes between mountains and sea!
Regarding our guide Lily, its qualities are multiple:
Punctual, smiling, interesting, very knowledgeable, concerned for the well-being of every traveler, funny and an exceptional driver. The stop at the vineyard and the wine tasting were greatly appreciated
Thank you for everything!🍷🫶🏻
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Corinne_p
Sep 21, 2025
This was a lovely day... - This was a lovely day trip. Miguel was great as our guide. He was very personable and knowledgeable. It was a very pleasant day and wine tasting was icing on n the cake.
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Elaine_g
Sep 17, 2025
Excellent tour and guide would recommend - Fabulous day out. Lots of off the beaten track sightseeing plus of course the wine tasting. Lilly our guide was excellent and very knowledgeable. Air conditioned vehicle and just the right amount of time at each stop. Views to die for and wonderful recommended lunch. Would definitely recommend this tour and Lilly !
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Linda_d
Sep 17, 2025
Nice relaxing day - Nice day outside of the city with great guide and delightful fellow travelers. Especially enjoyed the beach and winery
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Timothy_m
Aug 28, 2025
***** A great tour with Lilianna. ***** - Fantastic tour! Lilianna was funny, sharp, and made history as fun as the wine (and the wine was very fun). Learned a lot, laughed a lot, drank just enough—perfect day.
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Trang_n
Aug 27, 2025
Our tour guide from... - Our tour guide from Lisbon Riders, Lilian (also known as Lilly), was fantastic. She made the experience enjoyable by sharing interesting facts about Portugal's history, telling fun anecdotes, and providing us with excellent wine. Lilly took us to beautiful vantage points for photo opportunities and recommended great places for lunch. This tour is definitely worth considering for first-time visitors to Lisbon.
The best part was that Lilly genuinely wanted us to have an amazing experience. She never rushed us and ensured that everyone in the tour group was happy. Along the way, she shared some great jokes, making the tour even more enjoyable. Lilly is a truly fun and outstanding tour guide.
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Kathy_m
Oct 11, 2025
Day trip from Lisbon - I feel the itinerary was a little misleading, sounds like you do more than you actually do. It mentions that you're at the California beach for 1 hour 30 minutes and then you're also at Sesimbra for 1 hour 30 minutes. You're actually at both the California beach and Sesimbra for 1 hour and 30 minutes total. Didn't go in the Fort which is listed. By the time we had lunch in Sesimbra, there was not time to do anything else. Would like to have had more time there. The wine tasting was was good and at a wonderful place, but could've used a few more snacks.
Our guide was wonderful and spoke really good English. Very informative. The views along the way were amazing so it was great to see another part of Portugal.
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