Small Group Wine Experience from Lisbon: Setubal Region
Discover the storied vineyards, aged Moscatels, and mountain scenery of one of Portugal's most celebrated wine regions.
This Setubal wine tour from Lisbon offers an immersive half-day journey into one of Portugal's most distinctive wine-producing regions, combining cellar visits, guided tastings, and an introduction to the local landscape of the Arrabida Natural Park.
Departing directly from your hotel or cruise ship in Lisbon, the route takes you south toward the Setubal Peninsula, where rolling vineyards meet coastal mountain ranges. The scenery alone makes the drive worthwhile before a single glass is poured.
The program centers on three winery stops, each offering a different perspective on the region's winemaking heritage. You will encounter wines ranging from everyday table varieties to rare, century-old Moscatels that have been resting quietly in historic cellars for generations.
Local cheeses and sweets accompany the tastings, rounding out a sensory portrait of the region that goes beyond the glass. The pace is relaxed, the groups are kept small, and the access to the wineries is guided throughout.
Tour Highlights
Visit the legendary Jose Maria da Fonseca cellars, home to some of the oldest Moscatel de Setubal wines in Portugal.
Explore the historic Quinta da Bacalhoa estate, a former Portuguese Royal property with remarkable architecture and gardens.
Taste a curated selection of regional wines across three distinct wineries in a single guided outing.
Travel through the Arrabida Natural Park, admiring its green coastal mountains and unspoiled scenery along the route.
Sample local cheeses and traditional Portuguese sweets that reflect the culinary identity of the Setubal region.
Enjoy a convenient hotel or cruise ship pickup in Lisbon, making logistics straightforward from the moment you depart.
Itinerary
Your guide meets you at your hotel or cruise ship in Lisbon. The group then travels south toward the Setubal Peninsula, with views of the Arrabida Natural Park's coastal mountains emerging along the route.
The first stop takes you inside the historic Casa-Museu of Jose Maria da Fonseca in Vila Fresca de Azeitao. A guided walk through the Adega da Mata, Adega dos Teares Novos, and Adega dos Teares Velhos reveals wines in various stages of aging, including Moscatels resting for over a century. The visit concludes with a tasting of several wines produced by the estate.
The itinerary continues to Quinta da Bacalhoa, a distinguished estate in the Azeitao parish that was once part of the Portuguese Royal House. The property features the noted Palacio da Bacalhoa, restored in 1923 by Swiss architect Ernesto Korrodi, with a facade and formal gardens that have long been associated with the identity of Jose Maria da Fonseca.
A third winery stop rounds out the program, with further tastings of regional wines paired with local cheeses and traditional sweets. This segment allows participants to compare different producers and wine styles within the same geographic area.
After the final tasting, the group boards the vehicle for the return journey to Lisbon. Guests are dropped off at the original meeting point or a designated central location.
What Is Included
Included
- Hotel or cruise ship pickup and drop-off in Lisbon
- Transportation in a small group vehicle throughout the tour
- Guided visit to Jose Maria da Fonseca cellars
- Visit to Quinta da Bacalhoa estate
- Wine tastings at three wineries
- Local cheese and sweet pairings during tastings
- Professional guide throughout the experience
- Entry for children aged 0 to 7 years old
Not Included
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Additional wine purchases at the estates
- Personal travel insurance
- Gratuities for the guide or driver
Important Information
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