A private day tour from Lisbon into the heart of the Alentejo, with an experienced driver-guide and a vehicle that's just for your group, air-conditioned throughout. It's a full day, so we set off early to give each stop room to breathe.
We start with two of the region's traditional crafts: cork in Azaruja, one of the materials the Alentejo is best known for, and pottery in São Pedro do Corval, home to one of Portugal's largest clusters of working potters. From there we continue to Évora, a UNESCO World Heritage city, where your driver-guide walks you through the Chapel of Bones, the Roman Temple and the Medieval Cathedral, with time to try the local food. We close the day in Monsaraz, a small fortified hilltop village of whitewashed houses and a medieval castle, with wide views over the Alqueva lake, before returning to Lisbon.
Trip Highlights at a Glance
- Two Alentejo crafts: cork in Azaruja and traditional pottery in São Pedro do Corval
- UNESCO World Heritage Évora: Roman Temple, Chapel of Bones and Medieval Cathedral
- Monsaraz, a fortified hilltop village with views over the Alqueva lake
- Private, air-conditioned vehicle for your group only
- WiFi on board for the ride
Duca has been running private tours out of Lisbon since 2003, and our driver-guides know the Alentejo well enough to judge how long to spend at each stop without turning the day into a rush.
What's included
- Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
- A dedicated driver-guide
- Bottled water
- WiFi on board
- Insurance required by the Portuguese Tourism Board
Exclusions
- Tickets to monuments
- Lunch and dinner
- Alcoholic beverages
Please note
This tour isn't recommended for people with heart conditions, and infants can't travel on laps — if you need an infant seat, let us know the ages when you book and we'll have one ready.
The vehicle isn't set up for wheelchairs, strollers or pets. There's no public transport near most of the stops on this route, which is part of why a private tour works well here.
We'll need your hotel name and street address to arrange pickup. If your hotel isn't listed but falls within Greater Lisbon, just tell us after booking — there's no extra charge for the pickup.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which places does this tour visit?
Azaruja and São Pedro do Corval for cork and pottery, then Évora and Monsaraz. It's a loop from Lisbon and back, so no need to change hotels.
How long does the tour take?
About 10 hours from pickup to drop-off. It's a full day, given how much ground we cover.
Is this a private tour, or will we share the vehicle with other travelers?
It's private — the vehicle is just for your group for the whole day.
Are entrance tickets to the monuments in Évora included?
The Roman Temple is an open-air site with no entry fee. If you'd also like to go inside the Chapel of Bones or the Cathedral, tickets are inexpensive and you pay directly on site.
What's included in the price?
Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, a dedicated driver-guide, bottled water, WiFi on board, and the insurance required by the Portuguese Tourism Board. Lunch, dinner and alcoholic beverages aren't included.
Can you bring an infant seat?
Yes, on request — just tell us the ages when you book. Infants can't travel on laps, so we'll have a proper seat ready.
Is the vehicle wheelchair-accessible?
No, it isn't set up for wheelchairs, strollers or pets.
