Lisbon to Evora: Private day trip
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7h 30mRound tripPrivate driver
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About your trip
Take an exciting day trip from Lisbon to Évora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with over 2,000 years of history to unearth behind its medieval walls. Your day begins with a stop at the Christ the King Viewpoint, where you can take in spectacular vistas over Lisbon and the Tagus River. From there, head to the heart of the Alentejo region to spend four enriching hours exploring Évora.
This walkable old town is best known for its exceptionally preserved Roman Temple, medieval walls, and the incredible Évora Cathedral, which boasts panoramic views across the city. History buffs will also discover the famous Chapel of Bones (Capela dos Ossos), which displays the remains of over 5,000 individuals. As you wander, take in the city’s unique mix of Moorish, Roman, and Portuguese architecture, and be sure to enjoy the region’s famous wine and olive oil. During your journey, you'll also pass by Montemor-o-Novo, a castle that juts out of the landscape. After unearthing a storied past blending Romanesque, Gothic, and Baroque influences, your driver will ensure a seamless return journey back to Lisbon.
Exclusively yours: private vehicle and professional driver
Discover local insights you won't find in guidebooks
Experience the freedom to explore at your own speed
Perfectly planned for families, friends, or solo travelers
What to expect
Your day trip begins wherever you are
Meet our professional driver right where you prefer in Lisbon whenever suits you best. No time wasted getting to the pickup point, grab your bag and start your trip right away.Discover more with local expertise
Your driver’s local insights will set the tone for your day trip. A hidden café here, a must-try restaurant there; insider tips you’ll love sharing later. This isn’t a guided tour but your ride will be rich with stories and discoveries along the way. And throughout the day, your driver will be available for you as needed, ready to assist, happy to help, making your trip stress-free.Explore at your own pace
Enjoy a stress-free route with total flexibility at your destination. Your driver provides suggestions based on your interests, helping you spend the day exactly how you want for an experience that's uniquely yours.
Perfect for any private group
Whether you're traveling solo, as a family with kids, or as a large group, this service is tailored for your comfort and flexibility. It's the ideal option especially if you have limited time or a busy schedule.Good to know
- Two-way private car transfer
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Personalized pickup and drop-off
- Professional English-speaking driver
- Complimentary bottled water
- Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
- Entry/Admission tickets to paid attractions Christ the King Viewpoint, Evora, and Montemor-o-Novo should be purchased separately unless specified otherwise
- Meals, snacks, and gratuity are not included
From €77
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotal€231
Your trip at a glance
Your trip at a glance
Start in Lisbon
You choose the pickup spot.
1
Christ the King Viewpoint (photo spot)
We’ll stop at this perfect photo spot – take a moment to capture the view!
Stop: 15 min - admission not included
2
Evora
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 4 hours - admission not included
Montemor-o-Novo (pass by)
You’ll pass by this stunning spot – be sure to take a moment to enjoy the view along the way!
Drive along hilly Montermor-o-Novo and glimpse its high castle and charming old town streets.
Back to Lisbon
We’ll take you back to your starting point.
Duration of the stops can be changed upon request after booking
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Know more about your day trip
During your 4-hour tour in Evora, prioritize the Roman Temple (often called Temple of Diana), the imposing Gothic Cathedral, and the macabre Chapel of Bones (Capela dos Ossos) lined with human skulls and bones. Don't miss walking the well-preserved city walls, exploring the winding medieval streets of the historic center, and visiting the University of Evora with its beautiful azulejo tile decorations. This UNESCO World Heritage site offers one of Portugal's best-preserved medieval towns within ancient walls. Your private driver-guide will help you make the most of your visit.
The journey from Lisbon to Evora covers approximately 130 kilometers (81 miles) and takes about 1.5 hours each way. Your private Daytrip driver handles the transportation through the scenic Alentejo countryside with its cork oak forests, vineyards, and olive groves. The comfortable drive allows you to arrive refreshed and maximizes your 4-hour exploration time in Evora's historic center.
Your private guide will tell you all about it, but for starters, the Chapel of Bones (Capela dos Ossos) is one of Evora's most unusual attractions, featuring walls and columns decorated with the bones and skulls of approximately 5,000 people. Created by Franciscan monks in the 16th century, the chapel was designed as a meditation space on life's transience, with an inscription above the entrance reading, "We bones that are here for yours await." The chapel's eerie beauty offers a thought-provoking experience during your half-day Evora tour.
Evora is located in the Alentejo region, known as Portugal's gastronomic heartland. During your tour, try local specialties like acorda alentejana (bread soup with coriander, garlic, and poached egg), black pork from acorn-fed Iberian pigs, migas (bread crumbs with vegetables and meat), and sheep's cheese (queijo de Serpa). Local pastries including pastel de toucinho (pork fat pastry) provide a quick sweet taste of regional cuisine.
Alentejo is one of Portugal's premier wine regions, producing full-bodied reds and crisp whites. Several wine shops in Evora offer tastings of local wines, with Rota dos Vinhos do Alentejo (Wine Route of Alentejo) providing a central tasting room featuring wines from multiple producers. Your guide can help you find the wines you'd like to purchase.
Spring (April-June) and fall (September-October) offer the most pleasant temperatures for your tour of Evora. Summer months (July-August) can be extremely hot, with temperatures regularly exceeding 35°C (95°F), making midday exploration challenging. Winter tours are possible with fewer tourists, though some attractions may have reduced hours. Consider an early morning departure from Lisbon during summer to maximize comfortable sightseeing time before peak afternoon heat.
Your private driver-guide will help you see all of Evora's greatest hits. For an efficient 4-hour visit, start at the Roman Temple and adjacent Public Garden for orientation, then visit the nearby Cathedral and its rooftop for panoramic views. Continue to the University quarter, then explore the Jewish Quarter and Chapel of Bones. Finish with lunch featuring regional cuisine in the main square (Praca do Giraldo) or nearby streets. This route covers the major highlights while allowing time to absorb Evora's authentic atmosphere and unique architectural heritage.
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