Évora, the Pearl of the Alentejo!
Known as the Museum-City, Évora stands out for its rich historical heritage and university tradition. It stands beautiful and charming in the heart of the Alentejo region. Go back in time and visit the 1st century Roman Temple, the Evora Cathedral, the São Francisco Church that houses the chilling Chapel of Bones. Find out what gave the city the UNESCO World Heritage status.
Enjoy free time for lunch and then head to Arraiolos. A sunny village that developed on the side of its castle. Known for its embroidered rugs with centuries of history. The rugs are handmade by embroiderers in gestures that are repeated for over 500 years.
You will learn to embroider your own arraiolos rug step by step with a local embroiderer. You just need to bring a good disposition to learn something new. In the workshop you will be given the Kit with all the necessary material to start your rug.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Private transportation
✔ Bottled water
✔ Workshop Learn to Embroider your own Arraiolos Rug
✔ In-vehicle air conditioning
✔ Pickup and drop-off at Hotels and Accommodations in Lisbon
✔ Your Arraiolos rug kit contains: Canvas, Wool, Pattern and Needle
✔ Driver/Guide
✖ Any additional expenses not covered and agreed in advance
✖ Food expenses
✖ Entrance tickets to monuments
Pickup Locations
1. Imperador Hotel
2. EasyHotel Lisbon
3. Hotel Ibis Lisboa Jose Malhoa
4. VIP Inn Berna Hotel
5. Hotel Nacional
6. Pensao Estacao Central
7. Residencial Dona Maria II
8. Hotel Botanico
9. MASA Hotel Wellness & Spa Campo Grande
10. Altis Prime Hotel
11. Hotel A. S. Lisboa
12. Hotel Alicante
13. Albergaria Senhora Do Monte
14. Hotel Dom Carlos Park
15. Lisboa Pessoa Hotel
16. Lisbon Inn Lapa Suites
17. Alegria a Lisbon Boutique Hotel
18. Turim Terreiro Do Paco Hotel
19. Ever Lisboa - City Center Hotel
20. Memmo Alfama Hotel
Additional Info: Pickup and Drop-off at your hotel/accommodation in Lisbon and the surroundings
The driver/guide uses an identification with his name and that of our company through a badge.
Pickup locations other than specified are available upon request. However, an additional fee may apply. Please consult us so that we can assess this situation.
Itinerary
1
Evora
Avoid the stress of traveling by public transport or a shared tour and choose the comfort and safety in the company of your private guide who will pick you up at your hotel in a comfortable vehicle with the Clean & Safe Seal guarantee.
Travel time from Lisbon to Évora approximately 1h30 (138km)
Duration: 1.5 hours
2
Templo Romano de Evora (Templo de Diana)
Roman Temple
Be amazed by the Roman Temple, popularly known as Templo de Diana, which is one of the symbols of the Roman occupation in Portugal. It dates from the 1st century and is built at the dominant point of the acropolis, in the city forum. It is one of the best preserved Roman temples in the Iberian Peninsula. Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, it is certainly the oldest of all monuments in Évora
Duration: 30 minutes
3
Cathedral of Evora (Se Catedral de Evora)
The largest medieval cathedral in Portugal, its construction started in 1186, on the foundations of an Arab mosque, is an example of the transition from Romanesque to Gothic style. Declared a National Monument in 1910.
Duration: 45 minutes
4
Praca do Giraldo
This site was the scene of numerous autos-da-fé (ritual of public penance), which took place during the period of the Inquisition. It has a rectangular shape. The houses that surround it are white and have medieval arches.
Duration: 15 minutes
5
Igreja De Sao Francisco
Built in the 15th and 16th centuries, in Manueline-Mudejar and Renaissance style, to replace an earlier Gothic temple, of which there are still some remnants. It was adjacent to the Royal Palace, and seen as a Royal Church therefore important ceremonies were held there such as the marriage of Prince Afonso to Isabel of Castilla in 1490.
The interior has a single nave, rectangular in shape and in the form of a Latin cross, emphasizing the Baroque high-altar and the Third Order of Saint Francis Chapel. The greatest popular curiosity resides in the Bones Chapel, of three naves completely covered in human bones (17th century).
Duration: 30 minutes
6
Chapel of Bones
Be impressed by one of the most sinister monuments in Portugal: The Chapel of Bones built in the 17th century. Upon entering, note the ominous warning, intended for visitors to meditate on the ephemeral of life: "We bones that here are, for yours await". Built by three naves, the chapel is covered with bones and skulls from 5000 skeletons from church and convent cemeteries throughout the city.
Duration: 45 minutes
7
Arraiolos
You will learn to embroider your own arraiolos rug step by step with a local embroiderer. You just need to bring a good disposition to learn something new. In the workshop you will be given the Kit with all the necessary material to start your rug.
Duration: 1.5 hours
8
Tapetes de Arraiolos - Centro Interpretativo
You will visit the Arraiolos rugs Interpretive Center, whose visit will provide the knowledge of the origins, history, the methods and the arraiolos rug manufacturing techniques.
Duration: 45 minutes
9
Arraiolos Castle
Its construction began in the year 1306 (14th century). From here, you can see the immensity and beauty of the surrounding landscape, allowing a distinct look over the historic centre of the village. It stands out for being one of the rare castles of circular plant in the world.
Duration: 45 minutes
10
Lisbon
It was a great day and it is time to return to your hotel in Lisbon. We hope to see you again soon on another visit in Portugal.
You will be able to choose a Drop-off location different from the Pick up one, provided it is in Lisbon.
See you soon!
Duration: 1.5 hours
Additional info
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Wheelchair accessible
• Folding Wheelchair accessible
