Lisbon · ÉVORA DAY TRIPS FROM LISBON
Évora is a walled Roman town with a chapel lined in bones, and the megaliths outside it are older than Stonehenge. These 15 trips are long days, so compare the group sizes and whether wine is part of it.
Travel from Lisbon with guides such as Nuno, Diogo, Tiago, or João to the Almendres megaliths and historic Évora. Expect comfortable transport, cork-country views, free time for lunch, the Roman Temple, cathedral, and Chapel of Bones. Small-group and private options are available.
“The tour guide was one of the best I ever had 10/10 experience”
Travel from Lisbon to Évora in a small group, visit the Chapel of Bones, see the Roman Temple and cathedral, enjoy free time for lunch, and taste Alentejo wine near Monsaraz. Guides such as Ricky, Ricardo, Carlos, and Andrea have been praised for clear explanations and friendly service.
“Evora was an interesting place to see. The tour guide gave us a brief description and not much else. At times he selected a location to speak where other groups were conversing and we couldn’t hear. The tour guide drove at 150 km/hr (93 mph) following other vehicles about one car length behind. Even after we complained he continued the practice.”
Travel from Lisbon with a private guide such as Carlos, Pedro, Miguel, Sonia, or Valerio. Visit Évora’s Chapel of Bones and Roman Temple, see hilltop Monsaraz, taste local wine, enjoy Alentejo food, and adjust the day to your interests.
“My friends and I had a great day with Pedro, exploring Portugal. We stopped at a pottery store on the way to Monseraz, a beautiful small town on a hill, where we had a wine tasting. Then we drove over to Evora to see the the Chapel of Bones and eat lunch. One thing to keep in mind - the cost of the wine tasting, lunch, and chapel of bones are not included. Those are additional.”
Leave Lisbon for an 8-hour guided outing to Évora and the Almendres Cromlech. Walk Roman and medieval sites, enter the eerie Chapel of Bones, climb the cathedral roof, and hear about cork, archaeology, and Alentejo life from guides such as Nuno, Felipe, or João.
“This trip was amazing. I learned so much from our guide who was extremely knowledgeable. Philip was kind and such a pleasure to meet. The group of 8 were strangers but Philip made it easy to connect. I would definitely recommend this tour. You will not be disappointed with Philip as your tour guide.”
Spend about nine hours with a private guide such as João or Anastasiya, traveling from Lisbon to Évora and the Alentejo. See how cork becomes wine stoppers, shoes, and bags, then explore the Chapel of Bones, cathedral, Roman Temple, aqueduct, churches, and medieval lanes at your own pace.
“Climbing the steps to the roof of the castle and going into the cathedral Joao was a great guide for our group.”
Travel from Lisbon in a minivan with a dedicated guide, visiting Évora’s Roman temple, cathedral, Bone Chapel, and medieval center before seeing Neolithic stone circles near Almendres. Expect hotel pickup, free time for lunch, WiFi, and a group capped at eight.
“Nuno is a warm, knowledgeable guide who shared a thorough tour of the sites of Evora including the Roman temple, cathedral and Chapel of bones. The pace was steady, with time to explore the megaliths and have a leisurely lunch at a restaurant of our choosing. Many magical sights and insights into Evora history and present day. Included information about the cork trees and industry. Strongly recommend as a day trip from Lisbon.”
Travel from Lisbon to Évora with a live guide such as Samir Costa, Marcio, Pedro, or Mauricio. See the Roman Temple, Cathedral, and Chapel of Bones, then visit Cartuxa, Evoramonte, and Arraiolos. Wine tasting costs extra, and lunch is your responsibility.
“Our trip to Evora was absolutely amazing. Our guide, Samir, was so kind and flexible with the day! He had lots of knowledge of the areas that we visited and had great recommendations for further exploring! 10/10 Highly recommend!”
Travel from Lisbon in a small van with up to eight people, walking through Évora’s UNESCO-listed center, entering the Chapel of Bones, and tasting Alentejo wine. The route also features medieval Monsaraz or Arraiolos, depending on the selected option, with guides such as Ricky, Joana, and Vasco praised for lively local insight.
“The time spent in Évora was great! It was nice learning about the town and then exploring it. I wish we were able to explore some of the shops in Arraiolos. Daniel was a very friendly and knowledgeable tour guide!”
Spend about 10 hours traveling from Lisbon to Évora by air-conditioned coach, with guided visits to the cathedral, Chapel of Bones, Roman Temple, and Giraldo Square. Add lunch, then visit Ervideira or a similar cellar for a wine tasting. Multilingual guiding can affect the pace.
“Excursion intéressante qui se termine par la visite d'un domaine viticole avec dégustation. Mais le temps de la pause déjeuner de 2 heures est beaucoup trop long (d'habitude c'est de l'ordre d'1 heure). Les commentaires en trois langues (portugais, espagnol et anglais) sont fatiguants, il ne faudrait que deux langues.”
Travel from Lisbon in a small air-conditioned minivan to Évora and hilltop Monsaraz. Expect guided monument visits, the Chapel of Bones, Roman ruins, castle views, and an Alentejo wine tasting. Guides such as Susan, Rodrigo, Alex, and Adrian have led this eight-hour outing.
“We really loved Monsaraz! It's felt like a magical place to us. The vine tasting was really unique. Totally different grape type,different tasteand aroma. Evora was really nice also,but Monsaraz is definitely a cherry on top.”
Travel by private, air-conditioned minivan from Lisbon to Évora and Monsaraz with hotel pickup, bottled water, and live commentary. Explore Roman ruins, Évora Cathedral, the Chapel of Bones, and a medieval hilltop village. Guides may include Rui, Gui, João, or another multilingual guide.
“A wonderful day out of Lisbon to see the very impressive destinations of Evora and Monsaraz. Rui was an amazing guide, and we enjoyed the day immensely.”
Spend 9 to 11 hours with a private guide such as Miguel, Helena, Ricardo, Nuno, or Pedro, visiting Évora, the Chapel of Bones, a cork factory, and selected Alentejo wineries. Tastings, cheese, sausages, transport, and entrance fees are included. Lunch is extra.
“Distances are great between points of interest. The driver is very friendly and makes sure everything is personalized to the maximum, he even offers flexibility. A very nice experience!Auto-translated”
Travel from Lisbon with guide and driver Hugo on an eight-hour private tour of Évora and Monsaraz. See the Roman Temple, Chapel of Bones, and castle walls, with WiFi, water, hotel pickup, and room to shape the day around your group.
“Great day with Hugo. He was on time. Excellent communication and gave us some options. We chose a cork factory, evora, and a wine tasting. Awesome day. Hugo was very knowledgeable and very friendly. We would highly recommend him.”
Travel from Lisbon to Évora and Monsaraz with a private guide, hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, Wi-Fi, and water. See Évora Cathedral, the Roman Temple, Chapel of Bones, Praça do Giraldo, and the Royal Palace, then enjoy views from Monsaraz Castle. Gonçalo is a frequently praised guide.
“Our tour guide went out of his way at every point in our trip to deliver the absolute best experience for us. I cannot recommend this tour enough. Best day!”
Leave Lisbon at 8:00 am for Évora’s Roman Temple, Cathedral, and Chapel of Bones, then continue to medieval Monsaraz, a wine cellar, and Cristo Rei. You’ll travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking guide, with time for photos, village walks, and regional tasting.
“Great trip in a private car. The wine tour can be missed but overall good. Our guide/driver was very nice with great stories along the way. The highlight was a tour enroute to the winery.”
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