Arrábida Tour

• Breathtaking coastal views over the Atlantic Ocean and Tróia Peninsula
• Cross the 25th April Bridge passing by Christ the King statue
• Visit the impressive Cape Espichel and Albufeira Lagoon
• Explore Sesimbra Castle with stunning views over picturesque Sesimbra village
• Lunch fresh seafood on fishing village of Sesimbra (optional)
• Discover the gorgeous Arrábida Natural Park
• Cruise along one of the most beautiful roads in Portugal
• Visit a traditional handmade Portuguese Tile factory
• Wine Tasting experience 
• Visit one of the most famous wineries in Portugal with almost 200 years of history

Additional options depend on guide and itinerary possibilities at the day. They are always subject to availability and may have extra costs.

• Boat Trip
• Dolphin Watching 
• Visit multiple wineries located in the region w/ Wine Tasting experiences
• Visit Christ the King Statue
• Visit Palmela Castle
• Visit Convent of Arrábida
• Horse Riding through the magic and splendor of Arrábida Natural Park

Contact us for more information in case you want to add any of these options to your tour.

Start

This tour will take you through breathtaking coastal views, great history and fantastic food and wine. We will pick you up at your accommodation in our legendary Land Rover Defender. 

Part I

The Arrábida Tour starts by crossing Tagus River on the marvelous 25th April Bridge. The 25th April Bridge is a suspension bridge that is often compared to San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge due to their similarities. At the end of the bridge, you will pass by the giant Christ the King Statue erected to express gratitude because the Portuguese were spared the terrible effects of World War II. 

Part II

We will head now to Albufeira Lagoon. This lagoon is separated from the sea by enormous dunes. This is a place of unique beauty, combining the purity of the ocean, with the lagoon waters and extensive pine tree fields. The lagoon offers great conditions for the practice of sport fishing, sailing or windsurf.

Part III

It’s now time to go to Cape Espichel. Cape Espichel is located at the westernmost point of the coast of Sesimbra and combines the monumentality of the building with the immateriality of religious devotion and unique wild beauty. This monument is located on a plateau that ends in majestic cliffs onto the sea making it monumental. 

Part IV

The next stop will be the national monument Sesimbra Castle. This medieval castle stands in a dominant position on a cliff and visitors can walk through the walls and enjoy a privileged view over picturesque fishing villages of Sesimbra and the sea. After enjoying this wonderful view, we will descend to Sesimbra to explore it. Sesimbra is famous for the lovely beaches, fresh fish and turquoise waters. 

Part V

Time for lunch. We suggest that you enjoy the fresh seafood Sesimbra has to offer. We will recommend restaurants that we consider the best experience for our customers in quality and price-wise. However, if you prefer to bring your own food it’s completely fine. We will park the Defender in a sweet spot so you can enjoy your meal with a great view. 

Part VI

After lunch, we will head into the Blue Coast where we will drive on a marvelous coastal road inside Arrábida Mountain integrated in the protected area of Arrábida Natural Park. Here you will find a very rich Mediterranean fauna & flora, dense vegetation, amazing beaches and an endless blue ocean. One of this beaches is called Galapinhos and has won the award of the most beautiful beach in Europe. During this part of the tour, you can take memorable photos at the viewpoint spot with stunning views over Troia Peninsula and the sea. Arrábida has an incomparable natural beauty mixing the turquoise colors of the ocean with dense green vegetation and white tones of the cliffs. 

Part VII

We will visit a traditional Portuguese handmade tile factory. Tiles are part of our culture and history and you learn how tiles are made according to old traditions and techniques. 

Part VIII

At the end of the day, we will stop in Vila Nogueira de Azeitão to visit one of the most famous wineries in Portugal with almost 200 years of history. You will have a guided tour of the ancient wine cellars to learn the history and process of wine production, followed by a wine tasting experience. Azeitão is considered one of the capitals of the wine route, with its wineries and vineyards that give life to this precious nectar called wine. It’s also known for its delicious cheese and regional sweets.  

The End

Time to go back to Lisbon after a memorable day spent with us discovering this unique paradise aboard our Land Rover Defender on paths no other tourists can reach.