Private Lisbon Arrabida Wine Tour: Food & Wines, Mountain and Sea
Description
Experience the authenticity of family-run wineries that embrace centuries-old techniques. Enjoy breathtaking views as you journey through Arrábida Natural Park and its rolling vineyards. Taste award-winning wines perfectly paired with artisanal cheeses. Led by passionate local experts who bring the region’s history, culture, and wine heritage to life. Step into two handpicked, family-owned wineries where tradition meets innovation. Learn about sustainable viticulture and the art of winemaking directly from those who craft these exceptional flavors. Relax as you’re chauffeured through one of Portugal’s most picturesque landscapes. Marvel at the panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, the towering limestone cliffs, and the lush green vineyards of this enchanting region. Experience the best of Portuguese culinary traditions. From regional cheeses to freshly baked bread, every bite is a celebration of the land’s bounty. Enjoy a Portuguese lunch at a hidden gem restaurant.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Time to visit the “Livramento” Market in Setúbal , was considered one of the bests in the world . A huge variety of fresh fish, fruit and vegetables , bread, cheeses and regional pastries , there is everything in a pleasant place highlighted by a huge panel of tiles that tells part of the history of the city. (closed on Monday's)
Take spectacular photos from Arrábida's Natural Park over the Atlantic Ocean
Visit the luxury "Quinta da Bacalhoa" wine cellars with a local guide, classified as the best company of Enoturism in Portugal. Wine tasting of 3 renowned wines (You will visit either this winery or JMF. Subject to availability. Please let us know in advance if you prefer one).
Wine Cellars "José Maria da Fonseca": private visit and wine tasting, at Azeitão Village (You will visit either this winery or Bacalhôa. Subject to availability. Please let us know in advance if you prefer one).
Lunch at a local, authentic and high-quality restaurant (not included in the price).
Azulejos de Azeitão", visit the tiles studio and watch the European traditional methods of tile making. The visit includes local guiding
Quinta do Piloto is a historic family-owned winery located in Palmela, Portugal. Established in the early 20th century by the Cardoso family, the estate covers 50 hectares of vineyards in the Setúbal Peninsula. The region's Mediterranean climate and diverse soils provide ideal conditions for cultivating grape varieties like Castelão, Fernão Pires, and Moscatel, known for producing the sweet Moscatel de Setúbal wine. The winery blends traditional and modern winemaking techniques, emphasizing sustainable practices and native grape varieties. Visitors can explore the charming old cellar, learn about the winemaking process, and taste a selection of exquisite wines, including rare vintages. Quinta do Piloto is celebrated for its commitment to quality, heritage, and environmental stewardship, making it a notable destination for wine enthusiasts (You will visit either this winery or Farm Catralvos. Subject to availability. Please let us know in advance if you prefer one).
Enjoy food tasting, the famous Azeitao cheese and local bread, pumpkin and carrot jam and different wine tastings of renowned wines in this traditional and charismatic wine company (You will visit either this winery or Quinta do Piloto. Subject to availability. Please let us know in advance if you prefer one).
Visit the medieval castle of Sesimbra and the incrediable views to Atlantic Ocean. Do a short visit to Saint Maria church, one of the most beautiful churches of south area, where you can see the most incredible work of tiles hand making. This is the most remarkable church of Barroque period in Portugal (optional)
Passing by the famous statue of " Cristo rei "
Passing by the replica of Golden Gate Bridge
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up in your accommodation/Hotel ( All hotels and accommodation ) in Lisbon, Setubal, and Sesimbra, for all private tours. For the shared option you'll need to choose a meeting point. Note: The transfer between Lisbon and the first or last stop might be operated by an outsourced professional transport company.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(963)
We had an amazing experience on this private wine tour! Everything was well organized, and the wineries we visited were beautiful with excellent wines. Our driver, Nuno, was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and kind throughout the day. He shared interesting information about the region and wine-making process, answered all of our questions, and truly went above and beyond to make sure we had a memorable experience. His attention to detail and genuine hospitality made the tour even more special. We highly recommend this tour, and if you have the opportunity to tour with Nuno, you're in for a fantastic day!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. It means a great deal to us to know that you enjoyed both the wineries and the overall experience. Nuno is truly passionate about sharing our region, and your kind words about his knowledge, hospitality, and attention to detail are the highest compliment he could receive. We sincerely appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back to Portugal for another unforgettable experience.
The guide (Nuno) was fantastic and the area beautiful. Great wines, just ask to visit Fonseca and skip Bacalhao. The owners collection of racially insensitive art and the guides terrible jokes about them were disgraceful. Our guide took care of all our requests and made suggestions along the way.
Thank you for your feedback. I'm delighted to hear that Nuno took great care of you and that you enjoyed the region and the wines. I'm truly sorry to learn that parts of the winery visit and some comments made during the tour left a negative impression. We take this feedback seriously and will address it internally, as treating every guest with respect is one of our core values. We appreciate your honest comments and hope to welcome you back on another experience. André Marques CEO & Founder Look Around Tours
This was one of the best experiences we had in Lisbon. Miguel was an outstanding tour guide. He gave us a real taste of Portuguese lifestyle. The fish market in Setubal was one of the highlights of the trip. The oyster tasting was truly memorable, delicious and absolutely authentic. We really enjoyed the winery visits and the brief visit to the tile workshop. There is absolutely nothing that we would change about this tour and highly recommend it. Miguel, thank you so much for being such a great guide for us!!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was a real pleasure to spend the day with you and share a genuine taste of Portugal. I'm delighted that you enjoyed the Setúbal fish market, the oyster tasting, the winery visits, and the stop at the tile workshop. Knowing that these authentic experiences made your trip to Lisbon so memorable means a great deal to me. Your kind words and recommendation are truly appreciated. It was a pleasure being your guide, and I hope to welcome you back to Portugal for another unforgettable adventure in the future. Warm regards,
We booked a Spanish tour as my family does not speak English. They wrote to me and confirmed that Spanish was no longer available but that someone would be there to translate which I agreed to. The day of the tour, there was no Spanish translator, the car that picked us up was ABSOLUTELY DIRTY and in no condition to be a tourist van. The restaurant that they took us to was a tourist scam. We got two pork kababs and a fish and paid $170 which is completely elevated for Lisbon traditional restaurant prices. It is very unfortunate but I do not recommend this tour, since my family doesn’t speak english they didnt understand a word and it was absolutely not worth our money. I feel completely scammed.
We are sorry that your expectations were not met. However, we feel it is important to clarify several points, as your review does not accurately reflect what happened during the day. Your dissatisfaction actually began before the tour even started, when you refused to walk approximately two minutes to the designated pickup point. Unfortunately, due to the size of the minivan and local access restrictions, it was physically impossible to collect you at the exact location you requested. You also repeatedly expressed that you wanted a private tour, despite having booked a shared group tour. Naturally, the experience and level of flexibility of a private tour cannot be expected from a service that was not purchased. Regarding the itinerary, you chose not to visit the renowned Quinta da Bacalhôa winery and instead remained inside the vehicle. The same happened at the traditional Azeitão tile factory, where you again decided not to participate and preferred to stay in the van. It is therefore difficult to fairly evaluate experiences that you deliberately chose not to take part in. As for our vehicle, it is inspected and used daily for tourism operations, and our guide, Nuno, is one of our most experienced and highly regarded qualified guides. He is known for his professionalism and attention to detail, and your comments about the condition of the vehicle are completely inconsistent with the feedback we consistently receive from hundreds of other guests. Concerning the restaurant, we have worked with this establishment for many years and, to date, have never received a single complaint regarding its quality or pricing. Restaurant bills are paid directly by customers, and the amount depends entirely on what is ordered. We have no control over individual food choices or the final bill. Finally, regarding the Spanish translation, we sincerely regret that the arrangement did not meet your expectations. We did our best to accommodate your request after informing you in advance that a dedicated Spanish-speaking guide was no longer available, and you confirmed that this solution was acceptable before the tour. We fully respect every guest's opinion. However, considering the number of activities you chose not to participate in, your expectations of receiving a private experience while booking a shared tour, and the overall circumstances, we believe your one-star review says more about your personal perspective than about the quality of the tour itself. We wish you and your family all the best
Excellent tour and an unforgettable experience! Francisco was an outstanding guide—friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. He made our day truly special. Highly recommended!
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that Francisco made your day so special. We'll be sure to share your feedback with him. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back to Portugal again soon!
Miguel was exceptional as an English speaking tour guide - lots of insights about the region and its history, and even a geology stop for the geoscientist in our group. The wine tours were both great, and Miguel’s insights were particularly helpful. Great lunch, excellent scenery, and lots of interesting wines!
Thank you for your wonderful review. We're delighted you enjoyed the experience, from the scenery and wines to Miguel's insights along the way. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back to Portugal soon. Best regards, Marquês Founder & CEO
We had such a wonderful day at the vineyards and lunch. Our tour guide/driver was Antonio, he picked us up right at our Airbnb. We went to a really cool market. Fish and fresh fruit/vegetables galore. It was beautiful. The views and vineyards were breathtaking. Antonio was very accommodating to all our needs and patient with all our questions. Thank you for making our family vacation special.
The wine and food was delicious, and Antonio was an excellent guide - he even took us to extra stops on our route so that we could experience more of Portugal!
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the wine, the food, and the overall experience. Antonio will be thrilled to know his passion and enthusiasm made such a positive impression, and that the extra stops helped you discover even more of Portugal. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure soon! 🇵🇹🍷
Our tour guide Nuno was phenomenal. We were visiting Lisbon for our honeymoon and decided to book a wine tour in the countryside. Nuno picked us up right at our hotel and it was then that we realized that it would just be the 2 of us on this tour! It felt like an intimate experience that we got to share as newlyweds. Nuno took us to 3 wineries in Arrábida. We got to tour 2 of the wineries : one modern and one historical. It was a lot of fun learning about the wine making process as well as the history of the 2nd winery. Next, we stopped at the mountains and took pictures. The view was incredible! Nuno booked us lunch at the oldest restaurant in town. We ate fresh swordfish and meat made with just charcoal and salt! Nuno was very knowledgeable and pointed out different monuments throughout our drive. We had a memorable experience.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for choosing to spend part of your honeymoon with us. I am delighted to hear that Nuno helped create such a special and memorable experience for you both. The Arrábida wine region is one of Portugal's hidden gems, and having the opportunity to enjoy it in a private setting makes it even more meaningful—especially during such an important chapter of your lives. It is fantastic to know that you enjoyed the contrast between the modern and historic wineries, the breathtaking mountain views, the authentic local lunch, and Nuno’s insights into the region’s history and landmarks. We take great pride in designing experiences that go beyond wine tasting and allow our guests to connect with the culture, landscapes, and traditions of Portugal. On behalf of everyone at Look Around Tours, and especially Nuno, thank you for your kind words. We are honored to have been part of your honeymoon memories and hope to welcome you back to Portugal for another unforgettable adventure in the future. Warm regards, Marquês CEO & Founder Look Around Tours
Good opportunity to check out a couple vineyards, sample local cuisine at small restaurant. Personalized day.
