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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

 

Duration, prices and booking

Duration: 9 hours, from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm, including one hour for lunch. Private tour for groups of 2 to 6 people, with a guide in Portuguese or English.

  • 2 people: €220 in total.
  • 3 people: €330 in total.
  • 4 to 6 people: €330 in total.

The price per person varies depending on the group size: from €55 per person in a group of 6. Entrance fees to monuments and meals are not included.

Book online with a 25% deposit or pay in full. If you choose the deposit, the remaining 75% is paid on the day of the tour. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start. Read the full tour conditions.

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Évora is located in Alto Alentejo, about 135km from Lisbon. Palmela Castle is about 40km from Lisbon and offers spectacular views of Setúbal and the Troia Peninsula.

Évora brings together centuries of history in the Roman Temple, the Cathedral, the Chapel of Bones, and the streets of the historic center. On the return journey, we visit Palmela Castle, a medieval fortification linked to the Order of Santiago. In the 15th century, King John I ordered the renovation of the keep and the construction of the convent. From atop the walls, the landscape stretches across Arrábida and the lands between the Tagus and Sado rivers.

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 difficulty. Évora is relatively flat, but has many cobblestone streets and involves some walking. Palmela Castle is accessible by car and the interior has few stairs and requires little walking.

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