Meet up with a private driver in Lisbon and set off for a glorious full-day tour of the Portuguese countryside. In a very comfortable vehicle and professional driver, travel 81 miles (130 km) to the south of Lisbon, through a rustic landscape of olive and cork trees, to reach this region of vineyards and well-preserved history.

Start in Évora, the capital of the province of Alentejo and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk through the whitewashed Old Town to visit Évora’s most famous landmark, the Roman Temple. Its large Corinthian columns date back to the first century, the era of Emperor Augustus. Then head to the Cathedral of Évora, one of the most important Gothic monuments in Portugal, and the Saint Francis Church and “Bones Chapel” (Capela dos Ossos), completely covered with human bones.

After a full morning of touring, head to one of the most important wine cellars in Portugal. Enjoy a tasting of delicious local wine and take in the beautiful surrounding vineyards before eventually heading back to Lisbon.

Points of Interest

• Igreja de Sao Francisco

• Centro Historico de Evora

• Templo Romano de Evora (Templo de Diana)

• Cathedral of Evora (Se Catedral de Evora)

• University of Evora

• City Center

• Gold Compass

• Private tour
• Bottled water
• Driver
• Transport by private vehicle

• Lunch
• Wine Tasting Cost
• Gratuities
• All Monuments and Museums entry fees