Évora: History in its Bones

A full day in
the historic city
of Évora.

The city of Évora has itself been named a UNESCO World Heritage site.

A regional capital, Évora has one of the most incredible collections of historical sites in all of Portugal. A Roman temple dedicated to a God-Emperor; a Cathedral built in the wake of a Crusader victory; and a Franciscan chapel made of human bones.

Évora is a must-see that is just off the beaten path. Join us for an adventure you won’t soon forget on our full-day Évora History tour!

Tour highlights.

The famous colonnades of Évora, one of the highlights of our Évora History Tour.
  • Travel from Lisbon’s city center with first-class train seats through the scenic Alentejo countryside, full of cork and olive trees and the massive nests of majestic white storks.
  • Explore the Roman Temple of Diana, recently discovered to actually be dedicated to the God-Emperor Augustus Caesar.
  • Climb to the roof of the 12th century Romanesque Cathedral that dominates the nearby countryside.
  • A three-course lunch at one of Évora’s best new restaurants, sampling some of Alentejo’s most famous produce: wines, olives, and cheeses.
  • Wander the city streets through the rare Islamic-Andalusian era arcades.
  • Visit the Capela dos Ossos, Évora’s famed Bone Chapel, a profound 17th Century reminder of the fragility of life.*

Price.

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1€605 / $670
2€710 / $790
3€815 / $910
4€920 / $1030
5€1025 / $1150
6€1130 / $1270
7€1235 / $1390
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Includes.

  • Évora History Tour length: 8 hours (including travel to and from Évora)
  • A private fully-guided tour by a professional historian.
  • First-class train travel from Lisbon to Évora and back.
  • Entry tickets to all sites.
  • A morning snack of local pastries.
  • A three-course lunch at a restaurant serving up regional specialties.

* Note: We understand that the Bone Chapel may not be appropriate for everyone. We are happy to offer an alternate activity for the entire group on request.

Accessibility.

Évora can be challenging for people with mobility accessibility needs. We’re more than happy to tailor our tours. Click here for more information.

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