Sintra to Evora and Arraiolos: Private, guided full-day tour
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About your trip
Enjoy a guided tour of Évora, home to ancient Roman temples and medieval streets, before visiting Arraiolos to admire its famous intricate tapestries and charming whitewashed houses. Explore Portugal's sunny Alentejo plains with their rich history and traditional crafts.
Exclusively yours: A premium experience for your group only
Insider insight: Local tips and stories you won’t find online
Perfect balance: Expert guidance with freedom to explore
Ideal for all travelers: Families, friends, or solo adventurers
What to expect
Your day trip begins wherever you are
Meet your guide right where you prefer in Sintra 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 guide is both your expert behind the wheel and knowledgeable host throughout the day. They’ll manage the day’s itinerary, share stories and local knowledge, and make each moment along the route feel richer. At every stop, they’re by your side.Guided experience with space to explore
Spend two hours discovering Évora’s rich heritage, from the Roman Temple and Cathedral to the Chapel of Bones and lively town squares. Then continue to Arraiolos for an hour and a half to explore its whitewashed houses, traditional wool rugs, and peaceful hilltop castle. Your guide, who is also a professional driver, ensures a smooth and enriching journey through the heart of the Alentejo region.
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 in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Personalized pickup and drop-off
- Private professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Complimentary bottled water
- Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
- Attraction admission details specified in the itinerary section below
- Official guided tours inside attractions in Evora and Arraiolos can be purchased separately - inform us in advance for itinerary planning
From €145
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotal€435
Your trip at a glance
Your trip at a glance
Start in Sintra
You choose the pickup spot.
1
Evora
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 2 hours - admission not included






2
Arraiolos
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 1 h 30 min - admission not included






Back to Sintra
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
Evora, a UNESCO World Heritage city, offers remarkable historical attractions during your 2-hour visit. Don't miss the Roman Temple (Temple of Diana), the 13th-century Cathedral of Evora, the macabre Chapel of Bones lined with human remains, the historic University of Evora, and the well-preserved medieval city walls. Your driver will help you navigate efficiently to maximize your time.
Arraiolos is world-renowned for its handcrafted wool carpets, a tradition dating back to the Middle Ages. During your 90-minute visit, you'll see the impressive circular castle (one of only two round castles in Portugal), explore the carpet museum to learn about this cultural heritage, and browse shops selling authentic Arraiolos rugs, each representing hours of meticulous hand embroidery.
The drive from Sintra to Evora is approximately 2 hours, and from Evora to Arraiolos is about 30 minutes. Your private driver will take the most scenic routes, making the journey itself part of the experience as you travel through the beautiful Alentejo countryside with its cork oak forests, vineyards, and olive groves.
While the standard itinerary focuses on historical sites, Alentejo is indeed famous for its wines. With advance notice, your driver can adjust the schedule to include a brief wine tasting at a local winery near Evora or Arraiolos. However, this might reduce time at other attractions. The region is known for full-bodied reds made from native Portuguese grape varieties.
The Chapel of Bones (Capela dos Ossos) is a unique 16th-century chapel decorated with the skulls and bones of about 5,000 people. Located in the Church of St. Francis, it was created by monks as a meditation on mortality. While macabre, it's a fascinating historical site with the inscription above the entrance reading: 'We bones await yours.'
Alentejo cuisine is considered some of Portugal's finest. Look for black pork (porco preto), acorda (bread soup with coriander and poached egg), migas (bread dish with pork), lamb stew, and local cheeses. For dessert, try the egg-based sweets like pao de rala or the regional pastries. Evora offers excellent restaurants where you can sample these traditional dishes.
Yes, Arraiolos is the perfect place to purchase these famous handcrafted carpets directly from local artisans. You'll find various shops in town offering authentic pieces in different sizes, from small decorative rugs to large statement carpets. Prices reflect the intensive handiwork involves, as each carpet can take months to complete. Your driver can recommend reputable shops that offer shipping services.
Spring (March-May) and fall (September-November) offer the most pleasant weather for exploring. Summers in Alentejo can be extremely hot with temperatures regularly exceeding 100°F (38°C), though the heat is dry rather than humid. Winter provides mild temperatures ideal for sightseeing without crowds, but some smaller attractions might have reduced hours. Rainfall is minimal year-round in this region.
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any questions, here are the answers.Day trips offer travelers private round-trip transportation to popular sightseeing locations. One of our professional drivers will pick you up in a luxurious, climate-controlled car, take you to the site of interest, and wait for you while you explore before driving you back to your hotel.
Yes! You’re free to choose the pickup and drop-off times that work best for you. However, the time spent at the destination is fixed and cannot be changed.
Each sightseeing stop has a recommended duration that includes plenty of time to explore. However, it is possible to customize the time spent at each sightseeing stop at a later stage in the booking process to best fit your unique schedule.
Your Daytrip driver will wait for you nearby for the duration of your exploration, meaning you’ll never have to wait for your return trip transportation to arrive. Your comfort and convenience are our top priorities, and we aim to close out your day trip with a return on your schedule.
The price of a day trip does not include any entrance tickets, guided tours, or meals you may partake in at your destination. The price covers round-trip transportation in a luxury vehicle with a professional driver who can provide local insights en route.
Day trip bookings can be canceled up to 24 hours before your trip for a full refund, no strings attached. While the destination and stops are predetermined, it is possible to change your pick-up point, whether it is at your hotel or some other location within the city.
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