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How long does this tour take?

This tour lasts approximately 8 hours.

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Private Tour: Arrábida Natural Park and Sesimbra Day Trip from Lisbon

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8 hours

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Overview

Meet your Around Lisbon guide at your local Lisbon hotel and cross the Tagus River headin South of Lisbon.

Head to the Arrábida Natural Park, reaching the cliffs of Meco Beach, where you can admire the beauty of the Western Coastline. Next, head to Cape Espichel, with its Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Cape, with stunning views over the Atlantic Ocean.

Next, drive to the charming seaside town of Sesimbra and stroll to the Moorish Castle and discover its medieval roots. Afterward, stop for lunch (own expense) fresh fish in Sesimbra.

After lunch, continue driving by unmapped roads to explore the Southern Coastline of the Park, where you'll discover St. Margareth's Cave (moderate walking required) and the charming Portinho da Arrábida harbour.

Opt between spending some free time in Arrábida’s hidden golden beaches, or continue to Setúbal, where you'll visit the Casa da Baía Center, an interpretative center about the resident dolphin community, hosting also local products' shop.

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What's Included

✓ Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Private guide
Transport by private minivan

✗ Not Included

Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified

Itinerary

Stop 1

Cross over the iconic 25th of April Bridge (Ponte 25 de Abril) and, as you travel, feel free to ask your guide any questions you have; the beauty of a private tour is that the commentary is entirely tailored to your interests. Take in the city sights and the breathtaking Cascais coastline, then, after around an hour, find yourself traveling through the luscious Arrábida Natural Park.

Stop 2

Pass by Aldeia do Meco and its beautiful beaches! If the tour is running on time, maybe you can stop for a little.

Stop 3

Make your first stop at Cabo Espichel to visit Santuário de Nossa Senhora do Cabo Espichel, a peaceful sanctuary dedicated to Our Lady of the Cape. Explore the religious site with your guide and enjoy sweeping panoramas of the Atlantic Ocean from your clifftop vantage point.

Stop 4

Explore the Castle of Sesimbra and admire the magnificent tiles in its church, while learning about the fishing village of Sesimbra. Admire the amazing views over Sesimbra's bay and the infinitude of the blue ocean.

Stop 5

Have free time in Sesimbra for lunch (own expense), where you can find the freshest fish in Portugal, as this is one of the most important fishing ports of the country.

Stop 6

Drive through the Arrábida Natural Park to Portinho da Arrábida and all the other magnificent beaches in this Natural Park.

Stop 7

Enjoy the views and take some time for a swim, if you prefer. There are several options of beaches you can visit.

Stop 8

Enjoy the views and take some time for a swim, if you prefer. There are several options of beaches you can visit.

Stop 9

Enjoy the views and take some time for a swim, if you prefer. There are several options of beaches you can visit.

Stop 10

Visit the Casa da Baía Center, an historical XVIII century building hosting local products and an interpretative center about the resident dolphin community.