The Lisbon: Setúbal, Arrábida and Azeitão Private Wine Tour promises an immersive experience, blending the region’s exquisite wines and stunning landscapes. Over nine hours, guests enjoy personalized visits to renowned wineries, indulging in tastings and a traditional lunch. The journey includes scenic stops, showcasing the area’s rich cultural heritage and natural beauty. It’s a chance to savor the distinctive flavors of Setúbal’s sandy soils. What will you discover on this private wine adventure?
Good To Know
- A private 9-hour wine tour from Lisbon to Setúbal, Arrábida, and Azeitão, with guided winery visits, wine tastings, and a local lunch.
- Explore the region’s rich culture, history, and natural landscapes, including the Arrábida mountain range and traditional handicrafts.
- Taste acclaimed local wines, such as Moscatel, and learn about the winemaking heritage at renowned wineries like José Maria da Fonseca and Bacalhoa.
- Enjoy free time to explore the scenic Serra da Arrábida and the Setúbal District, as well as a final wine tasting in Azeitão.
- Flexible tour with customizable winery selection, free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance, and a reserve now, pay later option.
Tour Overview and Pricing
The private wine tour from Lisbon to Setúbal offers a comprehensive 9-hour experience, with prices ranging from $271.39 to $244.25 per person, providing up to a 10% savings.
Enjoy a 9-hour private wine tour from Lisbon to Setúbal with prices ranging from $271.39 to $244.25 per person, offering up to 10% savings.
The tour includes hotel pickup, a winery visit with guided tour and tasting, optional stops at Serra da Arrábida and Setúbal, a local restaurant lunch, and a final wine tasting in Azeitão.
Guests can customize the tour by selecting wineries.
Cancellation is free up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, and a "reserve now, pay later" option is available.
The tour isn’t suitable for wheelchair users, and smoking is prohibited.
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Itinerary Highlights
The private wine tour begins with pickup from your hotel in Lisbon, followed by a 50-minute journey by van to the first winery.
Enjoy a guided tour and wine tasting, lasting about an hour.
Then, venture to the scenic Serra da Arrábida for 30 minutes of free time.
After, savor a 1.5-hour lunch at a local restaurant.
Next, explore the Setúbal District for 30 minutes.
The final stop features a 1-hour wine tasting in Azeitão.
Throughout the day, you’ll discover Setúbal’s rich culture, nature, and gastronomy before returning to Lisbon.
Cultural and Natural Exploration
While exploring the private wine tour, visitors can discover Setúbal’s rich culture, history, and natural landscapes. From Neolithic roots to modern times, the region offers a captivating blend of heritage. Stunning seascapes and mountain vistas cradle the vineyards, creating a picturesque setting.
| Cultural Highlights | Historical Insights | Natural Wonders |
| — | — | — |
| Vibrant local cuisine | Neolithic settlements | Serra da Arrábida |
| Traditional handicrafts | Roman and Moorish influences | Serene riverscapes |
| Lively artistic scene | Age-old winemaking practices | Coastal hiking trails |
This private tour allows travelers to enjoy the multifaceted charm of Setúbal, seamlessly integrating the region’s cultural, historical, and natural allures.
Wine Experience
As part of the private wine tour, visitors can expect to taste a variety of local wines, including the acclaimed Moscatel.
The tour takes guests to renowned wineries like José Maria da Fonseca, Bacalhoa, and Ermelinda Freitas. Wine tasting fees aren’t included in the tour price and must be paid separately, allowing for customization.
Throughout the experience, guests can enjoy the region’s winemaking heritage, sampling from the area’s sandy soils near the Serra da Arrábida.
The tour provides an opportunity to discover the distinctive flavors that make Setúbal’s wines so celebrated.
More Great Tours NearbyWinery Visits
Visitors embark on a journey to three renowned wineries during the private wine tour.
They’ll explore José Maria da Fonseca, one of Portugal’s oldest and most respected producers, renowned for its Moscatel wines.
Next, they’ll visit Bacalhoa, known for innovative blends crafted from indigenous grapes.
Finally, they’ll discover Ermelinda Freitas, a family-owned estate producing high-quality table wines.
At each winery, guests enjoy guided tours and tastings, learning about the region’s winemaking traditions and sampling the fruits of the vineyards.
This immersive experience showcases Setúbal’s exceptional terroir and diverse wine offerings.
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Scenic Landscapes
The private wine tour treats visitors to stunning natural landscapes cradled by river and sea.
The scenic Arrábida mountain range unfolds before you, its limestone cliffs plunging into the turquoise waters of the Atlantic. Lush forests and meadows blanket the hills, home to diverse flora and fauna.
The Arrábida mountain range’s limestone cliffs plunge into the Atlantic, cradling lush forests and meadows teeming with diverse wildlife.
Vineyards stretch across the sandy soils, their grapevines basking in the Mediterranean climate. Picturesque fishing villages dot the coastline, their whitewashed houses and cobblestone streets evoking a bygone era.
This harmonious blend of land and sea creates a breathtaking backdrop for the wine tasting experience.
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Arrábida mountain range with limestone cliffs
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Lush forests and meadows teeming with wildlife
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Scenic vineyards across sandy soils
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Charming coastal villages
Local Gastronomy
One of the highlights of the private wine tour is the opportunity to savor the local gastronomy.
Lunch at a traditional restaurant allows visitors to indulge in regional specialties. The menu might feature fresh seafood, such as grilled sardines or octopus rice, showcasing the area’s coastal location. Local wines, including the acclaimed Moscatel, perfectly complement the flavorful dishes.
The tour also provides time to explore the charming Setúbal District, where visitors can wander through markets and sample additional culinary delights.
The wine tour offers a well-rounded experience, blending the region’s renowned viticulture with its celebrated cuisine.
Tour Logistics and Accessibility
Although the private wine tour in Lisbon isn’t suitable for wheelchair users, the tour operator provides a live guide available in English, Portuguese, and Spanish to assist guests throughout the experience.
The private wine tour in Lisbon is not wheelchair accessible, but a multilingual guide is available to assist guests throughout the experience.
The tour also has the following features:
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
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Reserve now & pay later option available
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Smoking not allowed during the tour
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Customizable tour allows selection of wineries based on guest preferences
These logistics and accessibility details ensure a comfortable and enjoyable wine tour experience for all guests.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Tour Be Customized to Include Specific Wineries?
Yes, the tour can be customized to include specific wineries. The tour is flexible, allowing customers to select the wineries they’d like to visit during the wine tasting portion of the experience.
Is Transportation Provided for the Entire Tour?
Yes, transportation is provided for the entire tour. The tour includes pickup from the hotel in Lisbon and a van for the 9-hour journey, covering all the destinations mentioned in the itinerary highlights.
Are There Any Discounts Available for Group Bookings?
Yes, there are discounts available for group bookings. The private tour from Lisbon to Setúbal offers up to 10% off the per person price when booking for multiple people, providing a more affordable option for groups.
Can the Tour Be Extended to Include More Sightseeing?
Yes, the tour can be extended to include more sightseeing. The private nature of the tour allows for customization, and travelers can work with the tour provider to add additional stops or activities to the itinerary.
What Is the Dress Code for the Winery Visits?
The tour doesn’t specify a dress code, but casual, comfortable attire is recommended for the winery visits. Participants should avoid wearing overly formal or restrictive clothing to ensure they can fully enjoy the wine tasting experience.
The Sum Up
The Lisbon: Setúbal, Arrábida, and Azeitão Private Wine Tour offers an immersive experience blending exquisite local wines and stunning landscapes. Guests enjoy personalized winery visits, wine tastings, a traditional lunch, and scenic stops showcasing the region’s rich cultural heritage and natural beauty. This tour provides an opportunity to savor the distinctive flavors of Setúbal’s sandy soils in a comprehensive and accessible manner.
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