Private Tour from Lisbon to Historical Houses w/ Lunch & Wine Tour and tasting

What's included

What you'll see and do

1. Almada

   Visit Solar dos Zagallos is a journey back in time from the corners of this cozy 18th century mansion house, restored by the town hall and transformed into a cultural center geared to local cultures. Main building of the parish of Sobreda, Solar dos Zagallos invites to know its romantic gardens, the three chapels and the various spaces of the house built by the Zagallo family, who came to this region in the reign of D. João II. At the time, Sobreda belonged to the “noble” lands of Caparica. To receive King D. João VI were built two noble halls that distinguish this palace. Open spaces for visitors and stage for pleasant classical music concerts. The stucco, the tiles and the frescoes alone are worth a long visit. Solar dos Zagallos is a dynamic memory space, a hub that aims to preserve local identity through a regular cultural activity, with exhibitions, concerts, recitals and initiatives for the youngest. A day at Solar dos Zagallos is an excellent opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle of city life, enjoying the calm of this farm, just minutes from the freeway that leads to Costa da Caparica.

   60 minutes here

2. Costa da Caparica

   Costa da Caparica’s seemingly never-ending beach attracts sun-worshipping lisboêtas craving all-over tans, surfers keen to ride Atlantic waves, and day-tripping families seeking clean sea and soft sand. It hasn’t escaped development, but head south and the high-rises soon give way to pine forests and mellow beach-shack cafes. The town has the same name as the coastline, and is a cheery place with shops and lots of inflatable seaside tack, done up in 2009 under a now-bankrupt government-sponsored revitalisation project that was responsible for building the town's 24 boxy seaside bar and restaurant structures.

   60 minutes here

3. Ponte 25 de Abril

   Cross ehe 25 de Abril Bridge (Portuguese: Ponte 25 de Abril, 25th of April Bridge a suspension bridge connecting the city of Lisbon, to the municipality of Almada on the left (south) bank of the Tagus river. It was inaugurated on August 6, 1966. It is often compared to the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, US, because they are both suspension bridges of similar color. It was built by the American Bridge Company which constructed the San Francisco–Oakland Bay Bridge, but not the Golden Gate. With a total length of 2,277 metres (7,470 ft), it is the 38th largest suspension bridge in the world.

   30 minutes here · Admission not included

4. Santuario Nacional de Cristo Rei

   Visit the National Shrine of Christ the King (or simply Christ the King ) is a shrine and religious monument dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus located in the parish of Pragal , in the municipality of Almada. The National Shrine of Christ the King is located at an altitude of 133 meters above the Tagus level , consisting of a portico designed by the 75-meter-high architect Antonio Lino , topped by the statue of the Holy Redeemer with open arms facing the city ​​of Lisbon , 28 meters high, by Portuguese sculptor Francisco Franco de Sousa . The pedestal, including the portico, rises to 82 meters in height. The sanctuary and monument to Christ the King is the biggest tourist attraction of the municipality of Almada . This monument is the best viewpoint overlooking the city of Lisbon, offering a wide view over the capital and the 25 de Abril Bridge . In numerous tourist reports about Lisbon, there is the sanctuary and monument to Cristo Rei, a former Almada landmark.

   60 minutes here · Admission not included

5. Jose Maria de Fonseca

   Built in the nineteenth century, the house was restored in 1923 by the Swiss architect, Ernesto Korrodi, and was the Soares Franco family residence until 1974. With its particularly beautiful façade and gardens, it has always been associated with the image of José Maria da Fonseca. The visit to the Museum House begins with a brief explanation of the company’s history, followed by a tour of the ancient wine cellars: Adega da Mata and Adega dos Teares Novos, where wines such as Periquita mature, and Adega dos Teares Velhos, where the oldest Setúbal Muscatels (Muscats or Moscateis) rest, some of which are true relics over 100 years old. At the end of the tour, the visitor can sample some of the wines produced by José Maria da Fonseca.

   60 minutes here · Admission included

6. Lunch in a picturesque fishing village situated by a sheltered bay, Sessimbra that was founded on the top of the hill, around the Moorish castle that the 1st king of Portugal.

   120 minutes here

Where it starts and ends

Before you book

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Languages

de, pt, en, fr, es

Ticket

Mobile Only

Runs on

Every day

Group size

Up to 15 travelers per booking

Operated by

Knight Riders Tourism

Know before you go

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Coronavirus Safety Measures - The safety and well-being of everyone who uses our services are always our priority. We are actively monitoring the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation and are taking steps to help keep our customers safe.
• We’re certified by the Official Tourism entity ‘Turismo de Portugal’ with the hygiene certification stamp ‘Clean & Safe’.
• For our safety, we operate only private tour and pick-up/drop-off all passengers. We clean and disinfect our vehicles every tour and we provide hand sanitizer and masks to our customers.
• Our guides are experienced professionals, courteous and drive defensive and safety with only one objective to ensure your safety and satisfaction.

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