Explore the lush green, Mediterranean-like landscape of the Arrábida Natural Park and Sesimbra on an 8-hour tour from Lisbon. Choose to spend time on the golden beaches, taste local wines, or set sail in search of the resident dolphins.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 8 hours
- Starting time 9:00 AM
- Skip the ticket line
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, Portuguese, French
- Pickup included
- Pick-up from your hotel or apartment in Lisbon
- Private or small groups available
Experience
Highlights
- Explore the lush landscape of the Arrábida Natural Park
- Hear the legend of Our Lady of the Cape at the hilltop sanctuary in Cabo Espichel
- Visit the beautiful fishing village of Sesimbra, and see the impressive Moorish castle
- Bask in the sun on the golden sand beaches of Arrábida
- Savor local wines and traditional food in Azeitão
- Go to Setúbal Castle and Palmela Castle
- Add on an optional dolphin cruise and look out for the resident dolphins
Full description
Discover the stunning beauty of the Arrábida Natural Park on the Sado River estuary on a full-day sightseeing tour from Lisbon. Following a pick-up from your hotel or apartment, transfer by air-conditioned minivan across the 25th of April Bridge (Ponte 25 de Abril), which spans the Tagus River and sets you on course for the coastal town of Cascais.
Relax on the 30-minute journey to Arrábida Natural Park, and then marvel at the abundance of trees and beautiful flora. The 108-acre park is one of 30 nationally protected regions and is home to the famous Convento de Nossa Senhora da Arrábida, a former monastery built in the 16th century. Continue through the park, catching glimpses of the golden sand beaches surrounding the Albufeira Lagoon (Lagoa de Albufeira).
Go to Cabo Espichel and hop out to explore the Santuário de Nossa Senhora do Cabo Espichel, a pilgrim site since the early 18th century. Stroll to the nearby cliffs for breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. Continue to the Setubal Peninsula to explore the quiet fishing town of Sesimbra. Head to the Moorish Castle high above the town, before a break for lunch (own expense), either in Sesimbra or in the nearby bay of Portinho da Arrábida. Your guide will be happy to provide recommendations.
If you selected the optional 3-hour dolphin cruise, rendezvous with your guide and transfer to a luxury catamaran. Cruise the serene waters listening to live onboard narration and keep your eyes peeled for playful dolphins. Alternatively, bask in the sun at one of Arrábida’s hidden beaches, or taste traditional food and wine at a local cellar. Transfer back to Lisbon for the end of the tour services, enjoying the splendid views along the way.
Includes
- Pick-up and drop off at your hotel or apartment in Lisbon
- Transfer by air-conditioned minivan
- Wine tasting or traditional food
- Dolphin watch cruise (optional)
- Lunch
COVID-19 precautions
Customers must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Know before you go
- Please wear comfortable shoes
- Extra hygiene precautions are being taken due to the COVID-19 virus:
- All vehicles are thoroughly disinfected every day and social distancing measures have been implemented.
- Masks are available and mandatory inside vehicles.
- Vehicles are set up with hand sanitizer
