A full 10-hour day from Lisbon built around Évora and the wine country beyond it. The old centre and its chapel come first, then a winery stop before the long drive back.
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Day Trips From Lisbon
A full 10-hour day from Lisbon built around Évora and the wine country beyond it. The old centre and its chapel come first, then a winery stop before the long drive back.
Overview
This is a full-day trip out of Lisbon built around three stops: the historic city of Évora, the ruined castle at Montemor-o-Novo, and a family-run Alentejo winery. The group is capped at 8 guests and travels in an 8-seat air-conditioned minivan. A local guide leads the walking portion in Évora, and the day finishes with a guided tasting of 4 regional wines among the vineyards.
In Évora, the itinerary covers the Chapel of Bones, whose entry ticket is included, plus photo stops at the Sé de Évora and the Roman Temple. After the guided walk there is free time for lunch and wandering, which one reviewer described as a relaxed pace with lots of history and good wine. The stop at Montemor-o-Novo Castle is shorter, about half an hour, with views over the Alentejo plains.
The day runs about 10 hours door to door, including roughly 1.5 hours of driving each way between Lisbon and Évora. Hotel pickup is not included; everyone meets at the operator's agency on Rua da Conceição in central Lisbon, and the return drop-off options include Praça Martim Moniz in Lisbon.
What's Included
Included
Free time in Évora
Entry tickets to Chapel of Bones
Guided visit to a winery in Alentejo with tasting of 4 wines
Entrance to Montemor-o-Novo Castle
Small-group experience (max 8 people)
Comfortable 8-seat air-conditioned minivan
Not Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meals, drinks, and personal expenses
Gratuities
Itinerary
Meet In LisbonThe meeting point is the Living Tours agency at Rua da Conceição 23/25, 1100-151 Lisboa. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included.
Drive To ÉvoraRoughly 1.5 hours by minivan from Lisbon into the Alentejo.
Guided Walk In ÉvoraAbout 3 hours covering the visit, guided tour and walk. The Chapel of Bones entry is included, with photo stops at the Cathedral of Évora and the Roman Temple, plus free time for lunch on your own.
Montemor-o-Novo CastleA 30-minute drive followed by a 30-minute visit to the medieval castle ruins, with entrance included and views across the surrounding countryside.
Winery Visit And TastingA 15-minute drive to a family-run Alentejo winery for a 1.5-hour visit, vineyard stroll and guided tasting of 4 regional wines.
Return To LisbonAbout 1.5 hours back, with drop-off locations in Lisbon including Praça Martim Moniz.
What To Expect From The Tour
A few practical points worth knowing before booking, drawn from the listing and from what travellers report after the trip.
What To Bring. The listing recommends comfortable shoes, a hat, a camera, sunscreen and water. That list matches the reality of the day, since several hours are spent on foot in Évora and the castle visit is outdoors.
Heat And Summer. One reviewer mentioned it was a bit hot during the tour time on an early July trip. Sun protection and water matter, especially in summer, since the listing itself recommends a hat and sunscreen.
Pace And Fitness. The day mixes guided walking with free time, and one reviewer described the pace as relaxed. Expect to be on your feet for the Évora portion, and the winery visit also involves a stroll through the vineyards.
Small Group Feel. The van holds 8 people and the cap is the same number. One reviewer said the guide and driver made sure everything was OK and everyone got what they wanted from the stops, which the small group size makes possible.
Food And Drink. Lunch in Évora is not included, so budget for a meal during the free time. The winery tasting of 4 regional wines is included, and one reviewer noted the whites in particular stood out.
Guides Rotate. Reviews name several different guides, so the specific person on any given day will vary. Across those reviews the guides are consistently described as knowledgeable, friendly and well organised.
Common issues. The listing states the tour can be cancelled or rescheduled for adverse weather, and that durations are estimates which may shift with traffic and third-party availability. Tours are usually run in one language, though additional languages may sometimes be used. Meals, drinks, hotel pickup and gratuities are all extra. Smoking is not allowed on the tour.
Common Questions
Where does the tour meet, and is hotel pickup included?
Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. The meeting point is the Living Tours agency at Rua da Conceição 23/25 in central Lisbon, and the listed drop-off locations are in Lisbon, including Praça Martim Moniz.
What is included in the price?
The listing includes entry to the Chapel of Bones, entrance to Montemor-o-Novo Castle, a guided winery visit with a tasting of 4 regional wines, free time in Évora, and transport in an 8-seat air-conditioned minivan with a maximum of 8 participants.
Is lunch included?
No. Meals, drinks and personal expenses are listed as not included. You get free time in Évora to find your own traditional Portuguese lunch.
How long is the tour and how much driving is there?
The full tour runs about 10 hours. The drive between Lisbon and Évora is roughly 1.5 hours each way, with shorter transfers of 30 minutes to the castle and 15 minutes to the winery.
What is the cancellation policy?
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. The operator also reserves the right to cancel or reschedule if weather conditions are adverse.
What should I bring?
Comfortable shoes, a hat, a camera, sunscreen and water, according to the listing. Given the walking in Évora and the outdoor stops, those items earn their place.
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