From Sesimbra: Full-Day Arrábida Culture & Wine Tasting Tour

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ID: GYG202852-315514
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Country: Portugal

Duration: 08:00 hours


Description

Enjoy a luxurious full-day wine tour in the Peninsula de Setúbal wine region. Marvel at the breathtaking scenery of the Arrábida Natural Park as you visit two prestigious wine companies in the region, with several tastings of renowned wines.
After pickup in Sesimbra you’ll visit the market in Setúbal, considered one of the best markets in the world. Explore the huge variety of fresh fish, fruit and vegetables, bread, cheese and regional pastries on offer. Soak up the vibe and history of the city. Continue to the first winery, stopping to take spectacular photos from the Arrábida Natural Park over the Atlantic Ocean.

Visit the luxury Quinta da Bacalhoa wine cellars with a local guide, and enjoy a wine tasting of three renowned wines. Your next stop is for lunch in Setúbal, one of the most iconic and picturesque fishing towns in Portugal. Continue to the José Maria da Fonseca winery to tour the cellars, then enjoy a private visit and wine tasting in Azeitão village.

Following this, visit the Azulejos de Azeitão tiles factory and watch traditional European methods of tile making. Then take a walk through the medieval castle of Sesimbra. Visit the local church inside the castle, completely adored in azulejos tiles. Finally you’ll visit the Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora do Cabo, a sanctuary that combines a church, a water tower supplied by an aqueduct, and an opera house, with impressive views over the Atlantic Ocean.

Highlights

  • Visit Quinta da Bacalhôa winery, one of Portugal's most innovative wine producers
  • See the prestigious José Maria da Fonseca wine cellars
  • Marvel at beauty of the Arrábida Natural Park
  • Enjoy the market in Setúbal, one of the best markets in the world
  • Marvel at the stunning Cabo Espichel, the second most westerly point of continental Europe

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Pickup from your hotel/accommodation.
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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.