Alentejo Private Tour: Explore Évora and Ancient Sites

Discover Évora and Alentejo’s megalithic wonders on a private 10-hour tour. Explore history, culture, and nature in Portugal’s enchanting landscapes.

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Centro Historico de Evora - During the Roman era, known as Liberalitas Julia, Évora was a prominent city in the Lusitania province. The magnificent Roman Temple, also known as the Temple of Diana, is a well-preserved structure from the 1st century AD and stands as a symbol of the city’s Roman heritage.
    Évora flourished during the Middle Ages,…
What's Included
  • Driver/guide (full time trip leader)
  • Private Tour in Air Conditioned Mini Van
  • Comfort pack (fresh waters and cleaning wipes)
  • Pick-up and drop-off available from Lisbon central hotels or Lisbon Cruise Terminal
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance fees
  • Baggage allowance is limited to one standard suitcase per person
  • Gratuities are not included.
Additional Information

Embark on a ten-hour private tour through the enchanting landscapes of Alentejo, featuring a visit to the historic city of Évora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Almendres Cromlech, and the Large Dolmen of Zambujeiro! Throughout the journey, the Alentejo region’s landscapes offer a backdrop of rolling plains, vineyards, olive groves, and cork oak…

Location
Centro Historico de Evora
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Maura
Feb 23, 2023
Do not miss this wonderful tour! - Hard to identify what we liked best about this tour as we loved just about every aspect of the day spent with the incomparable Diogo, the tour operator. His communication skills, personal warmth, encyclopedic knowledge of Portuguese history and culture provided us with an experience that was unrivaled anywhere. We went to the Megalithic sites outside Evora first and spent a considerable amount of time exploring all three. We never felt rushed and it was such a rich experience to be with someone who possesses great love and pride for his country as well as a reverence for what came before us. We explored Evora walking around this charming city and enjoying lunch at a local and truly authentic restaurant. We have been on many tours but this tour of Evora and the ancient sites was unrivaled. It was the only tour that combined a visit to the city and the exploration of the Megalithic sites. There is no better guide than Diogo. He is a naturalist and a historian wrapped into one. We cannot recommend him more enthusiastically!
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Ggnggg
Feb 8, 2023
Evora and it’s history - Our guide Diogo was incredibly knowledge and passionate about Portugal. We felt very fortunate to have such a wonderful guide. The bone chapel, although a short visit, is a must see. The various megalithic sites are very interesting in their history, and you can literally place your hand on a stone placed there almost 8000 years ago. The stork nests on the way to Evora are an added treat to see. We ate at a wonderful restaurant, and even had time to visit the Christ the King statue on our way back! It’s a great tour of discovery!
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Mb_travels_the_globe
Dec 29, 2022
Like seeing the sites with a friend - Diogo was great! I booked this trip because my husband wanted to see the stone circle so I booked this as the best timing and convenience and I am so glad I did! The sites were beautiful and Diogo was not only super knowledgable but very friendly and personable. By the end of the tour it felt like we were spending the day with a friend. I have already recommended this tour and this group to several people who are planning trips to Portugal soon. Obrigada!
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Marbur5
Oct 8, 2022
Historic Evora - We had a fabulous day viewing the megaliths and exploring historic Evora with Diogo. His knowledge of the sites, the Alentejo area, and complex Portuguese history in general is exceptional. We learned so much on this tour due to Diogo's ability to explain, answer our questions, and make the information interesting. Our conversations were wide ranging and enjoyable.The sites on this tour are amazing! It was a pleasure to spend the day with Diogo.
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Lynnec987654
Sep 26, 2022
Love megaliths and walled cities - choose this one - What a fabulous tour of the Megaliths and nearby Evora by Diogo. He is the perfect guide with extensive knowledge and outstanding driving skills. We had complex discussions of anthropology and more simple ones of the history of the area. Be sure to book this very accommodating tour and guide! Fascinating and educational - beautiful views, so much culture and history!
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C5172jqchristopherm
Aug 3, 2022
Excellent Megaliths and Evora - Fabulous experience - Diogo was an amazing guide - incredible megaliths and Evora is beautiful And rich in history
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99vikasg
Jul 6, 2022
Evora is a must see - This was the second private tour that we took through Essencia da Latitude. We had the same tour guide (Diogo) which was great. Evora is a must see when visiting Portugal. The Megaliths were interesting. It was great that Diogo decided to show the Megaliths in the morning otherwise the afternoon would have been very hot. Diogo recommended a great place for lunch (in a windmill) . If you take this tour, ask for Diogo since he is very knowledgeable and extremely pleasant
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David_s
Jun 29, 2022
Favorite Trip in Portugal - Diogo was an amazing tour guide and his knowledge of the history and biology of the region really made the trip special. He also took us to a wonderful restaurant in a windmill that had some of the best food we had in Portugal. We were able to see everything we wanted in the Èvora area and more! We would highly recommend this trip and Diogo as a guide.
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Sadie_v
May 25, 2022
Incredible, highly recommend - This was the highlight of our trip, hands down. As a couple with no car rental during our trip, we would have never seen any of these incredible sites. We hadn't expected going up to any really interacting with any of the sites which was allowed which was the cherry on top. If you are interesting in a unique, engaging and once in a lifetime tour, this is certainly the excursion for you. There was water in the car, host was considerate and thorough, and the restaurant you eat at during the lunch was some of the tastiest we had in Portugal.
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William_h
Apr 9, 2022
Very satisfying day, not your usual touristy experience - If you are interested in some of the natural history and archaeology, plus a great exploration of the Alentejo countryside, this will be a fit for you. Explore Évora and see the tourist highlights, then venture into the countryside and fields to learn about the Alméndres Cromlech and the menhirs. Daniel was a very congenial, informed, knowledgeable and entertaining guide. We stopped for a typical Portuguese lunch that felt like visiting someone’s home: warm, welcoming but authentic and truly representative.
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up to 8 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).