Leave behind the big city vibes of Lisbon and travel into the Portuguese countryside for the day. Join this guided tour to visit two traditional towns and get a glimpse into the local culture and lifestyle. Travel back to medieval times as you stroll through Evora and Monsaraz. Begin the day by driving out of Lisbon and use this opportunity to stop at the iconic Sanctuary of Christ the King. Arrive at Evora to become surrounded by medieval streets, palaces, and beautiful typical homes. Stroll around the historic center and other nearby sites. Afterward, travel toward the border between Portugal and Spain to discover Monsaraz Castle. Explore this incredible ancient building and tour the charming town streets, taking in stunning views of the Alentejo plains before returning to Lisbon.

This tour will take you to Évora, an UNESCO world heritage site, where medieval streets and beautiful typical Portuguese houses coexist. Start the tour to the south, passing over the 25th April bridge at Lisbon also known as the Golden Gate replica, and enjoy the drive through the country side of Portugal. On arrival at Évora, beside the Historical Center, there are nearby a lot of interesting points to visit, such as Evora's Roman Temple, the Cathedral, Saint Francis church, King Manuel Royal Palace and it's gardens, the local market, and one of the most famous and iconic places, the Chapel of Bones. Onwards, you will travel towards the border between Portugal and Spain, to discover Monsaraz Castle, one of the conquered and gaven castles to the Knights Templar order. Explore its medieval streets surrounded by stunning views of the Alentejo plains, where you can also see the largest artificial lake in Europe.

Embark on a scenic journey through the landscapes of the Alentejo region to Évora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with great museums and sights. During the tour along the historical city walls you can admire the impressive remnants of past times. Other attractions in Évora include a Roman aqueduct, the Roman Temple of Évora, and the early Gothic cathedral, which was built between 1186 and 1204. You will then explore the beautiful old town of Évora by foot. We will not miss the St. Francis Church with the famous and odd Bone's Chapel. Close to Evora we will visit a cork factory and learn all about this old and surprising actitvity. The short stop at the medieval Castle of Evoramonte will allow us to enjoy the breathtaking views and "hear the silence". The tour then takes you on to Estremoz, a Moor-influenced city that is home to a medieval fortress and known for its marble mines. Here you can see how marble is mined. Stroll through the beautiful streets with wrought-iron balconies and cozy squares, and past the white houses with red roofs. Afterwards you will be driven back to Lisbon. *Since the tour is new and was published short time ago it still has no reviews.

Discover the Algarve on a private tour by car from Albufeira to see Silves Castle, Silves city, and the iconic sites in the Monchique Mountains. Follow your guide as you listen to stories of this historical area, learning about its rich culture en route. Kickstart your day and head straight to the medieval castle of Silves. Walk past the statue of King D. Sancho at the entrance of the castle that dates all the way back to the Christian Reconquest of the Iberian Peninsula by the Portuguese. Continue through the castle to visit the city of Silves. Walk up its picturesque streets filled with craft shops typical of the region. Choose to have lunch in Silves or in Monchique Moutain, at your own expense. Then, make your way to visit the Termas de Monchique.These are a village and spa located to the south of the village of Monchique, The therapeutic properties of local waters have been recognized since the time of the Roman Empire, when they received the designation of sacred waters. Learn how these thermal waters come from eight springs, and are rich in bicarbonate, fluorine, silica, and sodium. They are used as treatment for respiratory and digestive problems, as well as for muscular and rheumatic problems. Carry on to the top of the mountain, Fóia, known as the highest place in the Algarve. Drive through eucalyptus and pine tree forests on your way to the summit, standing at 902 meters high. Marvel at sprawling views from the peak of Fóia, stretching out across western Algarve, Cabo de São Vicente, and Odeceixe. On your way back to Albufeira, choose to make a small stop at the 16th-century Chapel of Bones in Alcantarilha.

Let’s get out of the urban and historical environment and see Évora’s surroundings. As a traveler, this can be your opportunity to truly get to know the region, our culture, and traditions. We will show you special places that define who we are. You can talk to locals and gain an understanding of what it’s like to live here. Our towns and villages are places where you can find the ancestral activities of Alentejo. We will take to sites that maybe could only exist in your imagination. Wine might be what better defines Alentejo and its people. There will be no farewell without a glass of wine or two!

Departure from Lisbon that will allow you to escape the hustle and bustle of Lisbon and explore Évora, located in the Alentejo wine region. Templo Romano de Évora (Temple of Diana), 1 hour 30 minutes Chapel of Bones, Praca 1 de Maio, Évora 7000-650 Portugal, 30 minutes Lunch at Giraldo Square (food not included) 1hour Monsaraz Castle, Largo do Castelo, Monsaraz 7200-175 Portugal, 1 hour The Temple of Diana was built between the 1st and 2nd century AD as a tribute to Emperor Augustus. The Roman Temple is at the highest point of the city, and, along with the historic city centre, was classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1986 The Chapel of Bones which was built in the seventeenth century on the initiative of three Franciscan friars whose purpose was to convey the message of the transience and fragility of human life The Castle of Monsaraz, in alentejo, is located in the parish of Monsaraz, municipality of Reguengos de Monsaraz, district of Évora, Portugal. Neighbor to the Guadiana River and the modern water mirror of the Alqueva Dam

Évora, has a rich history that goes back more than five millennia, as demonstrated by nearby megalithic monuments such as the Zambujeiro Anta and the Cromlech. Some neolithic settlements developed in the region. Another village of this type is the so-called "castle of giraldo", inhabited continuously from the 3rd millennium to the first millennium BC and sporadic occupation in medieval times. The visigothic period corresponds to a dark time of the city. At the time of Muslim domination, the city experienced a new period of economic and political splendor, thanks to its privileged location. The walls were rebuilt and an alcázar and a mosque were built in the area of the roman acropolis. The growth of the city out of the primitive Moorish fence led to the construction of a new belt of walls in the fourteenth century, during the reign of D. Dinis. The main squares of the city were "praça do giraldo" (originally "praça grande") and "largo das portas de moura and rossio". The "giraldo square", home of an annual fair since 1275, was also the site of the Town Hall (since the fourteenth century) and the jail. Évora is testimony to various styles and aesthetic currents, being over time endowed with works of art to the point of being classified by "unesco", in 1986, as a Common Heritage of Humanity.