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From Lisbon to Alentejo: Évora and Megaliths Full-Day Group Tour

4.7 Great 112 reviews
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Guidekin's take

Best overall in our Évora Day Trips comparison. €80 with hotel pickup: Évora and the Chapel of Bones, plus the Almendres stone circle and the Great Dolmen of Zambujeiro. 4.72 from 112 reviews.

Trade-off: Guide may run the day in two languages.

Last checked: July 15, 2026. Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Overview

Explore more of Portugal by getting out of Lisbon and heading to the Golden Plains, visiting the walled UNESCO-listed town of Évora and an ancient Roman farm in the countryside.

This day trip is an entertaining and educational experience where you’ll get the opportunity to see another side of...

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Private guide
Transport by private minivan
WiFi available in the minivan

What's Not Included

Food and drinks
Gratuities

Itinerary

Evora District Stop 1
A few facts about the town of Évora: it has 55,000 inhabitants; it is more than 2,000 years old; and it is under the designation of UNESCO. Within the walls of the wonderfully preserved town center are ancient Roman temples, medieval cathedrals, and narrow cobblestoned streets.
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Evora Stop 2
Begin your day trip with a pickup from your central Lisbon hotel, and then hop inside a comfortable minivan with your private guide. During the hour-long drive, gaze out at the Portuguese countryside and learn about the history and culture of the places you’re about to visit.
1h 30m
Templo Romano de Evora (Templo de Diana) Stop 3
Start by visiting the Temple of Diana, the famed Roman temple that was dedicated to Augustus, emperor of Rome, and learn the changes it suffered through time.
15 min
Cathedral of Evora (Se Catedral de Evora) Stop 4
Visit the grand Gothic Cathedral, built in the 12th century, and the medieval cloisters. Climb to the roof of the building to get a great view of the town and the surrounding countryside.
10 min
Chapel of Bones Stop 5
Check out the Chapel of Bones (Capela dos Ossos) inside the Church of St Francis. As the name suggests, the mysterious chapel is made up of human bones.
30 min
Admission included
Praca do Giraldo Stop 6
Enjoy some free time to explore the streets and city center of Évora, and have lunch in the excellent restaurants available.
1h 30m
Centro Interpretativo dos Almendres Stop 7
Make your final stop of the tour at the Almendres Cromlech, a Neolithic stone circle, which is aligned with the Summer Solstice. Wander around the ancient circle, said to be the largest existing group of structured menhirs in the Iberian Peninsula, and hear how the stones were likely used for sacred rituals.
30 min
Ponte 25 de Abril Stop 8
Return to Lisbon crossing the iconic 25th April Bridge, from where you can see the most amazing vies over Lisbon.
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Departure & Return

Pickup included

We'll pick you up at your Hotel or Apartment, or even the Port or the Airport. Please note that you may need to join us at a nearby meeting point, in some areas of the city where we can't reach your address. Please contact our team previously to assure all necessary arrangements.

Start point

Meet us at the Tourism Information Office, at Palácio Foz in Restauradores Square.

End point

Meet us at the Tourism Information Office, at Palácio Foz in Restauradores Square.

Additional Information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved, comfortable shoes are recommended
  • Operated by a multi-lingual guide

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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