three castles

patrimony & nature

Setubal, set between the Sado’s river estuary, the Arrábida’s Natural Park Mountains, and the Atlantic Ocean, grew up from a typical fisherman’s harbor town into an industrial and metropolitan city. Nonetheless, its original pureness remained intact. Here one can find some of Portugal’s best fish speciality restaurants.

#see #savor

Palmela is a small but important village located in a great natural elevation. Its geography has attracted almost every form of civilization known in Europe since pre-historic times. From the Moorish Castle, you can see the Tejo’s Estuary, Lisboa’s Castle, Setúbal’s Castle, Sado’s Estuary, Sesimbra’s Castle and Sintra’s Palácio da Pena.

#see #scent

Sesimbra is magical and getting to there is like opening a treasure keeper’s box. A downhill journey through the Arrábida’s Natural Park distinct scented beauty will reveal a surprisingly stunning, never-ending, view of the bluer than blue Atlantic ocean highlighted by a discreet strip of white sandy beach.

#see #feel

On this tour, we will drive to the villages of Arrabida's three castles: Palmela, Sesimbra e Setúbal. All set in strategic geographic points that have been key to the region's importance and the country's progress through the ages. The majestic fortification compounds are crucial historical sites and magical sightseeing locations. We'll have time to see other local interesting places and savor the region's most exquisite gastronomy made famous by fresh fish and seafood, wine, cheese and pastry.

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Our private and intimate tours are designed to highlight local secrets. Tailor-made to please the curious traveller who wants to catch a glimpse of the less obvious and avoid mass tourism's cliches. Taking the time to appreciate the genuine essence of each experience.