Private Food & Wine Tour in Lisbon
We have created this superb private four-day tour in Lisbon for wine lovers seeking luxury, with Michelin-starred dining, a VIP winery visit at Quinta da Bacalhôa in Azeitão, a Portuguese wine masterclass, and private touring in Lisbon and Sintra. Lisbon is one of Europe’s most romantic and enchanting cities, and a “must-do” for food and wine lovers. The city is full of stunning Moorish tilework, medieval cobblestoned streets leading up to a majestic castle, and 18th-century palaces (much of Lisbon was rebuilt in the 18th century after the devastating earthquake). Lisbon’s neighborhoods are fascinating and varied, from the Arabic Alfama quarter to the jazzy and hip Bairro Alto to the contemporary, gentrified Docas area on the waterfront.
Enjoy a VIP winery tour and excursion at the artsy Quinta da Bacalhôa in Azeitão, and a sommelier-led Portuguese wine Masterclass.
Explore Lisbon and aristocratic Sintra with your private art guide. Sit back, relax, and let your English-speaking chauffeur handle every detail.
Rest and rejuvenate at the iconic Lapa Palace, a 5-star jewel overlooking the River Tagus. Its stately elegance and Elemis world-class spa promise an unmatched stay.
If you are a couple or group of friends looking for a luxury break in Lisbon, this tour is for you. Contact us today and start planning your next bespoke gourmet getaway.
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Highlights include luxury transportation, a private winery visit and tasting, gourmet dining, luxury accommodation, and private cultural excursions.
Day 1Lisbon
Your five star hotel
Upon your arrival at Lisbon’s international airport, your friendly driver-guide will be waiting for you in the arrivals lounge. Transfer to your palatial hotel in the refined Lapa area, one of Lisbon’s most sophisticated neighborhoods. Drop off your luggage, check in, and freshen up.
Later, your driver will take you to the heart of Lisbon for a gourmet picnic lunch, complemented with fine wines, set amidst the serene gardens of a historic convent. This experience offers a tranquil transition from travel mode to the relaxed vacation ambiance.
After a delicious lunch, you will be ready to stretch your legs, and your knowledgeable private art/historian guide will meet you and take you on a fascinating walking tour. You will explore the authentic Alfama quarter, a labyrinth of winding narrow lanes, the city’s oldest and most historic region. This area withstood the devastating earthquake of 1755 and its ensuing fires and tidal waves, preserving its age-old charm almost untouched. Discover its Baroque Igreja de Santa Engrácia (which took nearly 300 years to build!), São Jorge Castle, and take in the impressive views from the top, over the river to the sea, or enjoy an aperitif on a terrace overlooking Lisbon as the sun heads into the west.
In the late afternoon, your driver will take you back to your hotel. The hotel’s lounge or terrace, with its plush seating and panoramic views, is the perfect spot to sip on a glass of wine as you contemplate the evening ahead. Then, prepare for a culinary spectacle at the 2 Michelin-starred Belcanto, with attire leaning towards smart casual. Created by one of Portugal’s celebrity chefs, José Avillez, you will indulge in his tasting menu paired with specially selected wines. Dishes on the menu include lobster Caesar salad, Goose egg, suckling pig with orange peel purée, aged beef loin, onion tart, creamed spinach, and truffle sauce.
And this ends your first day in the stunning “city of light.” Bem Vindos!
Day 2Lisbon- Azeitão- Sesimbra- Lisbon
Beautiful gardens of Quinta da Bacalhôa
This morning, your chauffeur will collect you, and you will head south to Azeitão, on the coastal Setúbal Peninsula near Arrábida Mountain and the national park, where you will visit the famed Quinta da Bacalhôa estate. One of Portugal’s richest men, Joe Berardo, a significant art lover and patron, owns this delightful wine estate with lush vineyards and 16th-century Renaissance gardens. As part of your VIP visit, you will tour the “Azule o room” with historic Portuguese tilework dating from the 15th and 16th centuries.
At a private tasting of their wines, you will taste Catarina, made from Fernão Pires, Arinto and Chardonnay, and Palácio da Bacalhôa, a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot.
After a delightful morning in the wine country, journey to the picturesque fishing village of Sesimbra. An exceptional lunch awaits you at ‘O Vel’o e o Mar‘ (Old Man and the Sea) restaurant, with contemporary nautical charm. As you’d expect in a village like this, fish is the highlight – and with good reason. The owner, a former fisherman, ensures that local fishermen deliver only their freshest catch daily. Overlooking the tranquil bay of Sesimbra, indulge in a tasting menu tailored to your preferences, paired with exquisite Portuguese wines. You’ll enjoy dishes like curried prawns, seafood rice with lobster, grilled mullet, sautéed vegetables, and fried cuttlefish.
Post-lunch, take a digestive stroll along the picturesque bay or soak up some rays. Then, it’s a bit to Lisbon for a private Portuguese Wine Masterclass. This is a fantastic way to get to know the main Portuguese wine regions and your knowledgeable sommelier host has plenty of fun and exciting ways to enhance your wine knowledge. Local cheeses and a charcuterie board accompany the tasting.
After your masterclass, your driver will bring you back to your hotel. The evening is at leisure.
Day 3Lisbon - Sintra - Lisbon
Pena Palace, Sintra
After a hearty breakfast, your chauffeur will drive you northwest for about half an hour to the dreamy, fairytale-esque town of Sintra. This wealthy, manicured historic town has been home to Portuguese aristocrats, European nobility, and eccentric foreigners for centuries. Its villas and palaces peek out from lush trees that rise majestically from the Serra de Sintra.
You’ll meet your expert local art/history guide at a designated spot. Together, delve into the heart of Sintra town, where tales of its history and tantalizing scandals come to life. Up next is the unique Palácio da Pena. Built between 1842 and 1854, this castle, commissioned by Ferdinand of Saxe Coburg-Gotha, is a mesmerizing blend of Neo-Gothic, Manueline, Moorish, and Bavarian styles—like a whimsical fairy-tale land. Wander its captivating gardens and marvel at the imaginative architecture. Continue your journey to the nearby Monserrate Palace. Discover the grandeur of this villa and its gardens, a vision of Sir Francis Cook from 1858. The meticulous restorations have rekindled the splendor of this once-forgotten gem, making it a paradise for garden enthusiasts.
Then head down to the Atlantic coast at Guincho. Your lunch venue will be selected and confirmed in advance in your personal proposal.
Post-lunch, ascend the mountain to the enthralling Capuchos Monastery. Under Eva’s expert guidance, delve into this unique monastery, carved into the rock and adorned with cork. Founded by D. Álvaro de Castro, inspired by his father’s dream—the Portuguese Viceroy of India—this enclave was home to Franciscan monks like the age-defying Friar Honório, who pursued spiritual enlightenment away from worldly distractions. Through the ages, this revered site, once patronized by royalty and immortalized by Lord Byron, witnessed varied custodians until its monumental restoration in the 20th century.
After this interesting and informative tour, your driver will return you to your Lisbon hotel as the sun sets. Take some time out to reflect and relax. Enjoy the hotel services or sip wine at the hotel bar. As the evening descends, and after your moments of respite, get ready for a culinary climax.
Tonight, we are pulling out all the stops. Your final meal of this gastro extravaganza will be very memorable. In Lisbon’s historic Chiado district opposite the Academy of Fine Arts, Restaurant Epur boasts a minimalist decor with an open kitchen, contemporary lighting, geometric ceilings, traditional azulejo panels, and stunning views of the River Tagus. Chef Vincent Farges helms the restaurant, having worked at several Michelin-starred restaurants before taking on the starring role at Epur. Tonight you will enjoy Vincent Farges’ tasting menu, with its restrained, technically sophisticated cooking and French, Portuguese and Asian influences, paired with Portuguese wines.
Day 4Lisbon
Cheers, and hope to see you again soon!
After breakfast at your selected time this morning, your driver will take you to the airport for your onward journey. As we bid farewell to your delightful Lisbon city sojourn, we’d like to thank you for choosing us. We hope to have the pleasure of your company again soon!
Genevieve has spent more than 20 years creating private food and wine journeys across Spain, Portugal and France. She regularly visits the regions featured in these collections, meeting winery, hotel, local guides, and restaurant partners, exploring new experiences, and reviewing feedback from Cellar Tours guests. Her role is to help travelers choose the wine region, itinerary style, and pace that best match their interests—not simply the destination with the most famous name.
Our custom itineraries include chauffeur-led transportation, carefully selected hotels, private winery appointments & tastings, restaurant planning, and support before and during your travel.
International flights, travel insurance, personal expenses, optional spa treatments, gratuities and meals or tastings not listed in your itinerary are usually not included unless specifically stated.
All wine visits and tastings are private and pre-arranged for your party.
Yes, 100%. Share mobility considerations, allergies, dietary preferences, and pacing needs early so we can adapt hotels, transport, restaurants, and visits wherever possible.
