Horseback Riding and Picnic

Enjoy a Horseback Riding Picnic Tour Near Lisbon

Forty-five minutes from Lisbon, in the Bucelas wine region, this 1.5-hour experience combines two of Portugal’s most compelling rural pleasures in one seamless afternoon. You ride calm, well-trained horses through active vineyard landscapes — vine rows, gardens, lakes, and open countryside — guided by Mariana and the team at a relaxed and unhurried pace. When the ride ends, you stay on the farm for a guided wine tasting of wines produced on the same property. The combination of movement, landscape, and the immediate reward of tasting wine from the vines you just rode through is unlike any other experience near Lisbon. Adults only (18+). Groups of 1 to 8. Consistently rated 4.9 out of 5 by verified guests.

Itinerary

• Arrival at the farm in Bucelas. Welcome from the team and introduction to the horses, the vineyard, and the wine produced on the property
• Arena adaptation — horse and rider spend time in the arena getting acquainted. Safety instructions and riding basics provided. The guide assesses each rider’s comfort level before departure
• Vineyard ride — 1-hour guided horseback ride through the vine rows of Bucelas, past gardens and the lake, and into the surrounding countryside. The guide explains the landscape and the wine region along the route
• Return to the farm — ride back through the vineyard to the stables. Time to interact with the horses before transitioning to the wine tasting
• Guided wine tasting — sit down to a tasting of wines produced on the farm. The guide presents each wine with tasting notes and context, explaining why Bucelas produces wines of a distinctive character
• Departure — total experience approximately 1.5 hours.

What’s Included

• Welcome to the farm and introduction to the horses
• Arena adaptation session
• Horse and rider familiarisation before the vineyard ride
• 1-hour guided horseback ride through the vineyards and surrounding countryside
• Guided wine tasting of wines produced on the farm
• Professional guide throughout the full 1.5-hour experience
• Safety equipment provided

Highlights

The Only Experience near Lisbon That Combines Horses and the Wines From the Same Farm The wine tasting at the end of this tour is not a separate add-on sourced from a local shop. It features wines produced on the farm itself — the same vineyards you just rode through. That connection between the ride and the glass is what makes this experience genuinely unique, and something no standard wine tour or horseback tour can replicate on its own.

Bucelas — A Wine Region Most Visitors Have Never Heard Of Bucelas has been a protected wine denomination since 1911 and produces distinctive white wines from the Arinto grape that have been exported to England since the Napoleonic Wars. Forty-five minutes from Lisbon, yet completely off the tourist circuit. Riding through these vines and tasting the wine they produce is one of the most authentically Portuguese experiences available from the capital.

Calm Horses, Guided by Mariana — Perfect Even for First-Timers Every horse is specifically trained for vineyard rides, and the arena adaptation session at the start means no one enters the vines feeling unprepared. Rosarinho Figueiredo described Mariana as “very friendly and patient.” This is a team that prioritises the comfort of every rider — whether you have ridden all your life or are stepping into stirrups for the first time.

A Premium Gift Experience That Delivers Every Time Doryna Zhuk booked this as a birthday surprise for her husband and described it as “a great experience.” The combination of horses, vineyards, and wine in a private rural setting makes this one of the most distinctive gift experiences available near Lisbon — for couples, milestone celebrations, or anyone who wants to give something genuinely memorable.

Rated 4.9 Out of 5 — Consistently Outstanding Every verified guest has rated this tour 4.9 or 5 stars. The reviews describe the horses as “exceptional animals,” the staff as knowledgeable and friendly, and the overall experience as one they would repeat. At €137 per person for 1.5 hours in one of Portugal’s most scenic wine regions, this is the premium Lisbon day trip that earns its price every time.

Transportation

• Not included – contact us if you need private transfer

Meeting point

After booking we will send all the details of the farm, location (meeting point) and contact.