Explore Évora’s historic center, including the Roman Temple, the Cathedral and Giraldo Square, before continuing to Arraiolos. The town invites you to discover its castle and rug-making tradition; a visit to Cartuxa and a wine tasting are optional and must be booked separately.
Fun fact: Arraiolos rugs are known for their hand embroidery and decorative patterns.
Highlights
- Évora Roman Temple
- Cartuxa — optional visit and tasting, by reservation
- Vendas Novas — optional meal stop
Full description
Explore Évora’s historic center, including the Roman Temple, the Cathedral and Giraldo Square, before continuing to Arraiolos. The town invites you to discover its castle and rug-making tradition; a visit to Cartuxa and a wine tasting are optional and must be booked separately. Enjoy private transportation for your group, with a driver who speaks Portuguese or English throughout the trip. Along the way: Évora Roman Temple; Chapel of Bones; Giraldo Square; Évora Cathedral; Cartuxa — optional visit and tasting, by reservation; Arraiolos Castle; Arraiolos Rug Interpretation Centre; Vendas Novas — optional meal stop. You can adjust the stops and choose the visits that interest you most. The final itinerary will fit within the booked duration and take into account each attraction’s opening hours and operating conditions. Suggested duration: 12 hours. Tickets to monuments and museums, meals, and experiences marked as optional are paid for separately. Please request visits that require a reservation in advance.
Route
Duration: 12 h
- Meeting point
- 1
Templo Romano de Évora
- 2
Capela dos Ossos
- 3
Praça do Giraldo
- 4
Sé Catedral de Évora
- 5
Cartuxa — visita e prova opcionais, mediante reserva
- 6
Castelo de Arraiolos
- 7
Centro Interpretativo dos Tapetes de Arraiolos
- 8
Vendas Novas — pausa opcional para refeição
For reference only: the route and times may change on the day.
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 h before for a full refund
Duration: 12 h
Private: your group only
Guide / driver speaks
Portuguese, English
Hotel pickup available
Recolha no hotel, alojamento ou morada acordada em Lisboa. Apresente-se 15 minutos antes da partida. O local de regresso em Lisboa pode ser combinado com o motorista.
What's included
Private transportation with pickup and drop-off in Lisbon
Driver assistance in Portuguese or English
Air-conditioned vehicle
Onboard Wi-Fi and water
Fuel, tolls and parking for the route
First-aid kit
Traditional ginjinha tasting for adults
Not included
Admission to monuments, museums and attractions
Lunch, dinner and other meals or drinks
Wine tastings, boat trips and optional activities
Shopping and personal expenses
Meeting point
Lisboa, Portugal
The exact meeting point is provided in the booking confirmation.
Also picks up in: Recolha no hotel, alojamento ou morada acordada em Lisboa. Apresente-se 15 minutos antes da partida. O local de regresso em Lisboa pode ser combinado com o motorista.
Important information
Good to know
- The itinerary can be adjusted to the customer’s preferences, subject to the time available, access and opening hours.
- Meeting point: to be arranged with the customer.
- Portuguese drivers with local knowledge and a passion for showing you the best of Portugal
Cancellation policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before the start for a full refund. After that, a 50% refund is available with at least 12 hours’ notice, and a 1% refund with at least 1 hour’s notice. Cancellations made less than 1 hour before the start are not automatically refundable; any request will be reviewed by the operator.
Company's general termsShowHide
The service is provided exclusively for the group that made the booking. The quoted price includes VAT at the applicable rate, fuel, tolls and parking along the planned route. Attraction tickets, meals and optional activities are paid for separately unless expressly listed under inclusions. Visits are subject to opening hours and availability; any changes to the itinerary will be agreed with the customer. Child seats must be requested in advance. Please check your belongings at the end of the trip and promptly report any item left behind. The cancellation terms shown in the listing and booking apply.
Questions and answers
Where is the pick-up?
At the hotel, rental or address you give when booking. The company confirms the exact spot and time.
Can I bring children?
Yes. Count children in the number of people. For child seats or other needs, write to the company through the booking messages.
Can we stop wherever we like?
On a private service the vehicle is just for your group: agree stops with the driver, within the service's duration.
Can I cancel?
Cancel up to 24 hours before the start for a full refund. After that, a 50% refund is available with at least 12 hours’ notice, and a 1% refund with at least 1 hour’s notice. Cancellations made less than 1 hour before the start are not automatically refundable; any request will be reviewed by the operator.
How do I pay?
Online, by card, Apple Pay or Google Pay. You get the confirmation by e-mail straight away.
What if I have more questions?
After booking, talk to the company through the booking messages. Before that, write to us at [email protected].
