From Lisbon: Évora & Monsaraz Small-Group Day Tour

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(7 reviews)
Lisbon, Portugal

8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Portuguese and 2 more

Travel through the Alentejo region and discover Évora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site filled with history, charm, and beautiful architecture. Walk along its medieval streets and visit key landmarks such as the impressive Roman Temple, the majestic Cathedral, the Saint Francis Church, and the thought-provoking Chapel of Bones. Enjoy the authentic atmosphere of the local market and admire the Royal Palace of King Manuel, surrounded by the city’s traditional whitewashed houses.

Enjoy free time for lunch in Évora's Historic Centre.

The tour continues toward Monsaraz, a breathtaking medieval hilltop village near the Spanish border. Stroll through its narrow streets inside the ancient castle walls, once under the control of the Knights Templar, and enjoy the spectacular views over the vast Alentejo plains and the shimmering Alqueva Lake, the largest artificial lake in Europe. A memorable day combining history, culture, and stunning landscapes in one of Portugal’s most beautiful regions.

What's Included

Private transportation
All mandatory insurance in accordance with Portuguese law
Bottled water
WiFi on board
Premium air-conditioned vehicle
Small-Group tour up to 8 persons
Professional local tour guide
Hotel or accommodation pickup & drop-off
Food and drinks
Optional visit to Evora Cathedral
Optional visit to Bones Chappel

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Your guide will meet you at the lobby of your hotel or accommodation at
the scheduled pickup time.

OR
Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • Ponte 25 de Abril (Pass by)

    Start the tour to the south, passing over the 25th April bridge at Lisbon also known as the Golden Gate replica.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Evora

    Explore and discover the medieval city of Evora as well as its most iconic sites.

    4 hours Admission ticket free
  • Templo Romano de Evora (Templo de Diana) (Pass by)

    Discover the roman temple of Evora at the begining of the tour

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Cathedral of Evora (Se Catedral de Evora)

    Visit Évora’ Cathedral and enjoy one of the most important and oldest monuments of the city, and it’s beautiful views. Ticket cost: 6 euros.

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Igreja De Sao Francisco

    Discover Saitnt Francis church

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Chapel of Bones

    Discover the famous Chapel of Bones, reflection on the transience of human life and the consequent commitment to a permanent Christian experience. Both the walls and the pillars are covered with a few thousand bones and skulls from the burial spaces connected to the convent. Ticket cost: 5 euros.

    15 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 5

    Take a walk and admire the beauty of King Manuel's Palace and its gardens, ordered to be built by D. Afonso V, who wanted to have a royal palace outside the castle in the city to settle in.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Visit Evora's local market and discover its local products that has to offer.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Monsaraz Castle and Walls

    Onwards, after Evora, travel towards the border between Portugal and Spain, to discover Monsaraz Castle, and explore its medieval streets surrounded by stunning views of the Alentejo plains, where you can also see the largest artificial river beach in Europe.

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
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Small Group
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Cancellation Policy

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