From €290 pp
8 hours
Min 2
Max 8
Join us on a special Evora and Monsaraz Tour! You’ll visit two amazing places in Portugal. This tour is perfect for people who love history, beautiful views, and meeting friendly locals.
Our Evora and Monsaraz Tour will take you on a trip through time. You’ll walk through old streets, see castles, and learn about the Alentejo region. We want you to feel like you’re discovering secret places and meeting real Portuguese people.
We’ll start in Evora, a UNESCO World Heritage site filled with historical treasures. You’ll see the Roman Temple of Evora, a well-preserved ancient structure. We’ll visit the Evora Cathedral, a stunning Gothic building, and the Chapel of Bones, a unique and intriguing site.
You’ll walk through the old town, admiring the traditional white-washed houses and learning about the city’s long history. We will also visit the University of Evora, one of the oldest in Portugal, and the Giraldo Square, the city’s main square.
Evora is a city where history comes alive, offering a fascinating glimpse into Portugal’s past on your Evora and Monsaraz tour.
Next, we’ll go to Monsaraz. This is a small village on a hill. You’ll walk on the village walls and see the Monsaraz Castle. You’ll have amazing views of Alqueva Lake.
We’ll walk in the small streets and see the old houses, and we’ll visit the Mother Church of Monsaraz. You’ll learn how this village was important in the past. Monsaraz is a quiet and beautiful place on your Evora and Monsaraz Tour.
On our Evora and Monsaraz Tour, you’ll meet friendly people from the Alentejo region. You’ll learn about their traditions and try tasty Alentejo food. We’ll visit places where they make wine. We’ll also visit shops where they make crafts. You’ll see the cork trees, which are famous in this area. You’ll get to experience the real Portugal.
The drive from Evora to Monsaraz is very pretty. You’ll see green hills, olive trees, and vineyards. We’ll stop at small towns and see how people live in the country. This will be a great part of your Evora and Monsaraz Tour.
Schedule: 9:00h
Embark on a journey of discovery as we explore the charming towns of Évora and Monsaraz. Our adventure starts at the lively Praça Grande or Giraldo, a bustling political, religious, and commercial hub. We will then immerse ourselves in the area’s rich history by visiting the awe-inspiring Cathedral of Santa Maria and the Church of St. Francis, with the option to delve deeper into the Chapel of Bones.
Our exploration continues as we marvel at the impressive Roman Temple of Diana, dedicated to imperial worship. Our journey would not be complete without taking a moment to appreciate the city museum’s stunning historical tiles featuring classical authors and visiting the magnificent Espírito Santo College, now transformed into a University.
Monsaraz offers a medieval experience, complete with a castle, watchtower, pillory, and old Audience Palaces, boasting a one-of-a-kind artistic heritage: the 15th-century fresco of the “Good and Bad Judge.” We’ll then take in the breathtaking sights of Europe’s largest artificial lake and the country’s most significant water reserve. As we return to Lisbon, we’ll stop at the Esporão estate or in S. Pedro do Corval, leaving you with unforgettable memories of our trip.
Private: Our tours are always private (just you and guide/driver);
Custom-made: The tour highlights are just suggestions of places to visit. The tour itinerary will be designed according to your preferences;
Tour Length: Each day tour is designed to last approximately 8 hours (hotel-tour-hotel);
Minimum group of 2 people and maximum 8 people;
The values indicated are per person and vary depending on the number of people.
Lisbon airport, hotel and cruise transfers to and from all destinations in Portugal
Transport up to 8 adult passengers
Free Wi-Fi in all vehicles
Special rates for airport and cruise transfers
We will meet you inside the airport terminal arrivals and holding a sign with your name written on it
High quality service
Any changes made after booking confirmation along the tour will not be refundable, and the resulting costs will be considered extras and paid by the customer.
Our tours are spoken in Portuguese, English, Spanish and French.
If you must cancel your trip, penalties may apply based on the total trip price.
Cancellation requests must be made by email.
Before you enter into a contract with us, we reserve the right to change any of the facilities or services described in our brochure or website. We also reserve the right to cancel the booking do to weather and/or other conditions. Any changes are usually very minor and we will advise you at the earliest possible date. If a major change, such as change in departure time, becomes necessary, we will inform you as soon as reasonably possible your tours begins. When a major change or cancellation occurs you will have the choice of accepting the change of arrangements, purchasing another available tour from us, or cancelling your tour. If booking is cancelled we will refund all payments made directly to us in respect of the tour price. We will not refund any personal expenses you may have incurred as a result of your booking such as flight payments for land-only tours, travel insurance, equipment purchases, visas, vaccinations etc.
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