Head into Portugal’s Alentejo region to explore the UNESCO World Heritage city of Évora with the convenience of a private driver. Known for its Roman Temple, Gothic cathedral, and haunting Chapel of Bones, Évora beautifully weaves together multiple eras of Portuguese history in a compact, walkable center.
Enjoy four hours wandering Évora’s winding lanes, visiting ancient monuments, and experiencing the region’s famed wine and gastronomy at your own pace. Throughout the journey, your professional driver handles all navigation, parking, and logistics from the coast to the plains. This seamless service ensures a comfortable and well-paced trip, allowing you to fully enjoy the cultural depth and history of this Alentejo jewel before a relaxing return to Vilamoura.
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.
Enjoy Evora, a charming Alentejo city rich in Roman history, whitewashed streets, and timeless beauty.
Explore Evora, a historic city in Portugal’s Alentejo region and the perfect day trip from Lisbon. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is best known for its exceptionally preserved Roman Temple and medieval walls, as well as the incredible Evora Cathedral, which boasts panoramic views across the city. The famous Chapel of Bones (Capela dos Ossos) attracts history buffs with its display of the remains of over 5,000 ancient people. The city’s mix of Moorish, Roman, and Portuguese architecture forms a compact, walkable old town rife with culture. Be sure to enjoy the region’s famous wine and olive oil while exploring.
Evora is a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring remarkably preserved Roman ruins, medieval walls, and Renaissance architecture. During your 4-hour visit, you'll experience 2,000 years of history in one compact city, including the Roman Temple, Gothic Cathedral, and unique Chapel of Bones.
The drive from Vilamoura to Evora takes approximately 2-2.5 hours each way. Your private driver ensures a comfortable journey through the scenic Alentejo region, with potential stops at viewpoints. The 4-hour exploration time in Evora makes this full-day trip worthwhile.
Key attractions include the Roman Temple of Diana, 13th-century Gothic Cathedral, ethe erie Chapel of Bones lined with human remains, ancient city walls, and the historic university. The well-preserved medieval town center offers charming streets filled with local shops and cafes.
Evora is known for Alentejo cuisine, featuring hearty dishes like migas (bread-based dish), acorn-fed black pork, and regional cheeses. Local wines are exceptional, and traditional sweets often use egg yolks and cinnamon. Your guide can recommend authentic restaurants for lunch.
Spring (April-May) and fall (September-October) offer pleasant temperatures and fewer tourists. Summer (June-August) can be extremely hot as Evora is inland, but attractions are less crowded in early morning. Winter visits (November-March) provide a more authentic experience.
Absolutely! Evora is a paradise for history lovers with its exceptional preservation of Roman, Medieval, and Renaissance structures. The city's compact nature means you can explore multiple historical periods within walking distance during your 4-hour visit.
Comfortable walking shoes are essential for Evora's cobblestone streets. Dress in layers and bring sun protection as Alentejo can be hot. Modest attire is required for the Cathedral and churches. Bring water, a camera, and some euros for souvenirs and refreshments.
Evora offers excellent shopping for traditional Alentejo crafts including cork products, handmade pottery, embroidery, and regional foods like olive oil and wine. The historic center has numerous artisan shops where you can find authentic souvenirs during your 4-hour visit.
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.