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Evora & Palmela

The city of Évora, in Alentejo, is world-renowned for its history. The Temple of Diana, a Roman ruin from the 1st century, the Cathedral of Évora and the Capela dos Ossos, in addition to its beautiful Historic Center, are the main attractions of the Alentejo city. 

On the way back from Évora, our next destination is Palmela Castle, built in the 8th century and expanded in the 11th century. From this very well preserved castle, we have a beautiful view of the Serra da Arrábida, the Tróia Peninsula and, depending on the weather, greater Lisbon.

Option for this tour:

It is possible to exclude Palmela and visit a winery in Évora. We recommend the Black ribbon, a winery founded in 2004, a project by the Portuguese winemaker António Maçanita. The winery is located about 10 km from Évora and also features the Medieval Palace, a 14th-century building, one of the oldest in Évora. Tastings are available at an extra cost and can be paid directly at the winery. More information here

  

This tour lasts 9 hours, from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm, with one hour for lunch. Minimum of 2 people. From 4 people onwards, the total price is €330. Entrance fees to monuments and meals are not included. Full terms and conditions apply. here

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Évora is located in Alto Alentejo, approximately 135km from Lisbon. Monsaraz is 55km from Évora further inland and next to Alqueva, the largest artificial lake in Europe.

Évora is a city full of history, with many monuments, squares and churches. It has a very beautiful historic center. Reguengos de Monsaraz is a village close to the border with Spain and is famous for its wine and also its olive oil. The village of Monsaraz is a small village on top of a hill that has a 360 degree view over the entire region.

If you like historic buildings and landscapes with large plains, this is the ideal tour for you. 

Alentejo can be very hot and dry during the summer, with temperatures reaching 40 degrees Celsius. In Évora you can visit the Capela dos Ossos, a chapel entirely made of human bones.

Medium grade. Évora is relatively flat, but has many cobbled streets. Monsaraz can be reached by car, but inside the village the streets are also made of stone.

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