Lisbon: Arrábida Natural Park and Sesimbra Day Trip Lisbon: Arrábida Natural Park and Sesimbra Private Tour
ID: GYG58442-O-82941
Category:
Country: Portugal
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
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.
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.
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
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• 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
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
Pick-up from your hotel or apartment in Lisbon
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.
