--- title: Arrabida and Sesimbra Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon with Wine Tasting lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/lisbon/tours/arrabida-and-sesimbra-small-group-day-trip-from-lisbon-with-wine-tasting/ type: tour city: Lisbon country: Portugal price: 72 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.84 reviews: 582 duration_minutes: 480 languages: [pt, en, es] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: Wine day trip rank_in_category: 4 of 4 (Sesimbra) schedule_checked: 2026-09-02 data_updated: 2026-09-20 canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/lisbon/tours/arrabida-and-sesimbra-small-group-day-trip-from-lisbon-with-wine-tasting/ --- # Arrabida and Sesimbra Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon with Wine Tasting **Guidekin's take:** A minivan day south of Lisbon that mixes the Setúbal market, two wineries with six tastings, the fishing town of Sesimbra and the Arrábida viewpoints, guided in a small group. Food, hotel pickup and guided entries are not included. 4.84 from 582 reviews at €72 per person. **Wine day trip:** Book the wine day trip at €72 per person: two wineries and six tastings over 8h; lunch and hotel pickup are excluded. Trade-off: No hotel pickup; small vineyard groups not guaranteed. (last checked September 14, 2026) ## Overview 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. ## Key facts - Price: from €72 per person - Duration: 8h - Rating: 4.84/5 from 582 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Inside Lisbon ## What's 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 1. **Ponte Vasco da Gama** (pass by, no stop) - 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) long 2. **Mercado do Livramento** (30m) - 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 cheese. 3. **Castelo de Palmela** (45m) - Only on mondays: Visit the Palmela Castle and ascend the walls and tower for an amazing photo opportunity 4. **Jose Maria de Fonseca** (1h; 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 selection of regional wines. 5. **Parque Natural da Arrabida** (pass by, no stop) - 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 below. 6. **Castelo de Sesimbra** (1h 30m) - 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. 7. **Quinta do Alcube** (1h; admission included) - Visit a beautiful local family owned wine farm in the heart of Arrábida park, where it is time to taste some wine 8. **Santuario Nacional de Cristo Rei** (45m) - 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. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-02 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## 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. ## Good to know - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Minimum age for wine tasting is 18 years - Visit to the vineyards in small groups are not guaranteed - It's rare, but this tour may be conducted in two languages to accommodate all participants - Infant / child seats are mandatory for children aged 0-11. These are available on request if child age is advised at time of booking. - There is no room in our vehicles for strollers and luggage - If the booking is for more than 8 people, the group will be divided in separate vehicles ## How it compares in Sesimbra Ranked **#4 of 4** by Guidekin's weighted score (rating weighted by review volume). Alternatives worth comparing: 1. 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