Full Day Tour Évora, Monsaraz, Esporão

First, we will visit Évora, a city classified by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage and it was the stronghold that supported, in the Beyond-Tejo, the formation of the new kingdom of Portugal during the peninsular Christian reconquest.
Next, on the border with Spain, we will visit the Castle of Monsaraz, built on existing buildings since prehistoric times and later on by Roman, Visigothic and Arab buildings.
Our last attraction will be in one of the most traditional wine estates in Portugal, which had its geographic limits established in 1267. Herdade do Esporão has more than 700 hectares, where around 40 grape varieties, 4 olive varieties, orchards and vegetable gardens. The region has unique conditions for agricultural production in balance with the environment, through the Organic Production Mode. In addition to wines, vinegars and oils are also produced, all with a high standard of excellence, which can be seen at the end of our visit!

Road route to Évora. Leaving Lisbon, we will cross the Tagus River to its south bank, in a very pleasant journey, enjoying the beautiful landscapes of the Alentejo, among the vineyards, holm oaks and cork oaks (the tree that produces cork).

Visit to the Church of São Francisco and Chapel of Bones. National Monument and Ex-libris of Évora, the Capela dos Ossos is a truly unique place, whose intention is to lead us to reflect on the transience of our earthly life and lead it in accordance with Christian values.

The Roman Temple is one of the largest and best preserved in the Iberian Peninsula. Built in the 1st century, it is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Ex-libris of Évora. Opposite, we will be able to appreciate Jardim Diana, a beautiful green space, at the top of the hill, where you can breathe the pure air of Alentejo and enjoy a beautiful view!

Built in Roman-Gothic style, it is the largest medieval Cathedral and unparalleled in the rest of the country. It has an oak pipe organ in the high choir and several magnificent architectural elements, notably the “lantern tower”. In addition to all this, its terrace is the highest point in Évora, where you have an incredible view of the city and the entire region around it!

After a short walk, we will arrive at the esplanade, where you can see the Church of Santo Antão and a marble fountain crowned in baroque style, with 8 spouts, each associated with each main street of the square.

Leaving towards the border with Spain, we will arrive at Monsaraz, a medieval village suspended in time, inside a castle that is classified as a National Monument, full of history and a privileged viewpoint!
Passing through Porta da Vila and walking through its shale streets, there are several options of places and styles to have lunch in Monsaraz, offering a variety of typical dishes, seafood and an excellent drinks menu.

Based on the Renaissance style, the current Igreja Matriz was built in the 16th century. XVI, has a panel of tiles representing Nossa Senhora da Conceição, artistic decorations and eight side chapels. The main altar, in gilded carving, features two large wooden sculptures, of Saint Augustine and Saint Mónica.

Within the walls, in addition to other historical points, such as the Clock Tower, the Pelourinho, the Fresco Museum, there are many places, such as cellars, souvenir shops, curiosities and interesting articles, with emphasis on handicrafts in various forms, such as ceramics, tapestry, horn, cork, leather and wickerwork.
In the back part of the castle, it is where you have the best view of the region and where you can take beautiful photographs, with the Alqueva lake as a backdrop (one of the largest artificial lakes in Europe, formed by the Guadiana River dam). and Spain, which is on the other side.

Passing through beautiful landscapes, where the vineyards stand out, we will arrive at one of the hallmarks of the estate, which is Torre do Esporão. Considered as one of the most important towers built in the passage from the Middle Ages to the Modern, it is constituted in the old manor on the estate of Mendes de Vasconcelos, a noble family, linked to the House of Bragança.
Integrated in the World Wine Route, Wine Tourism at Herdade do Esporão was the first certified in Portugal.
After getting to know the tunnel of the barrels and the wine cellar, the highlight of the visit is the Wine Tasting, with the presentation of 3 different samples, to close the day with a golden key!

Road route to Lisbon

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• We have monitoring by a health professional.

• Full Day Tour Évora, Monsaraz, Esporão
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• Wi-Fi throughout the pedestrian route

• Tickets for adults: Capela dos Ossos: €6.00; Évora Cathedral: €3.50; Esporão (visit and tasting): €18.00
• Any expenses not previously described.

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• This Tour is Provided by Caminho de Gaia.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Lisbon.
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