About this experience
Explore Évora and Monsaraz on a full-day tour from Lisbon. Enjoy a wine tasting in the Alentejo region and have time to discover historic sites and stunning countryside views.
Highlights
- Explore Monsaraz, a hilltop village with breathtaking views
- Guided tour of Évora, a UNESCO city rich in history and charm
- Visit the Chapel of Bones, a haunting yet fascinating experience
- Enjoy a regional Alentejo wine tasting at a local estate
- Marvel at the Roman Temple and Évora Cathedral on foot
What's included
- Entrance to the Chapel of Bones with guided visit
- Regional Wine Tasting in Monsaraz
- Walking Tour through the main monuments in Évora (Roman Temple, Giraldo Square, Évora Cathedral
- Free time to enjoy and lunch at Évora's Historic Center
- Professional tour guide
- Pick-up and drop-off at selected location (only with private option)
- Transport in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle
- Travel insurance compliant with Portuguese regulations
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to expect
Discover the cultural richness and natural charm of Alentejo on a full-day journey from Lisbon. Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned van and explore the historic city of Évora and the medieval village of Monsaraz, with a wine tasting of regional Alentejo wines included.
Begin your day in Évora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site filled with ancient architecture and centuries of history. Join your local guide on a walking tour through the historical center and learn about the Roman, Moorish and Portuguese influences that shaped the city. Visit the Roman Temple, one of the best-preserved Roman monuments in the Iberian Peninsula.
Explore Évora Cathedral, a remarkable Gothic monument with impressive interiors and panoramic rooftop views. Continue to the famous Chapel of Bones, a unique and thought-provoking site lined with the bones of thousands of monks. Pause at Praça do Giraldo, the heart of Évora, where you can admire the fountain, arcades and traditional atmosphere.
After lunch, head to the enchanting village of Monsaraz. Located on a hilltop, this whitewashed village offers spectacular views over Alqueva Lake and the surrounding plains. Stroll through narrow cobblestone streets, admire the traditional houses, and soak in the peaceful, timeless setting.
Finish the day with a visit to a local wine estate for a guided tasting of Alentejo wines. Learn about the region’s winemaking heritage and enjoy the flavors that make Alentejo one of Portugal’s top wine regions.
This tour offers a perfect combination of history, culture and regional flavor, ideal for travelers who want to explore beyond Lisbon and discover the soul of southern Portugal.
Things to note
- Comfortable clothes
- Comfortable shoes
Terms & conditions
All participants must arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the scheduled time.
Bookings can be changed, cancelled or refunded free of charge up to 24 hours before the activity. After this period, 100% of the total amount will be charged.
The company reserves the right to cancel the tour if the minimum of 3 participants is not met.
People under the influence of alcohol or drugs are not allowed to participate.
For safety reasons, this activity is not recommended for pregnant women, people with physical or mental limitations, or those with prosthetics.
Children over 1 year old and under 12 years old (or under 135 cm) must use a suitable child seat, as required by law. We do not provide baby seats for children under 1 year old (rear-facing, up to 13 kg); customers must bring their own.