Why choose this Lisbon tour ?
Enjoy visiting Merida, capital of the Extremadura region of western Spain, was founded by the Romans in the first century BC. Visit Mérida’s UNESCO-listed archaeological sites bring to life the fascinating world of classical antiquity. Mérida is home to some of the best-preserved Roman ruins in Spain. The town of Emérita Augusta was founded in 25 BC under the rule of Emperor Augustus, when Rome was expanding its empire, and soon became the largest Roman outpost in Iberia and the capital of the Lusitania province. The legacy of this rich past is seen in Mérida’s abundance of ancient monuments, including the Roman Theater, the Portico del Foro, the Temple of Diana, Casa del Mitreo, and an impressively well-preserved 2000-year-old aqueduct. The city was capital of the Roman province of Lusitania. Your Private tour also includes a free and flexible pick-up (8:00am)/drop-off (6:30pm) from your located accommodations, driver/guide.
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What makes Private Tour to Evora and Merida – World Heritage City of the Roman Empire a unique experience ?
Badajoz, a fortress dedicated to art – The Arab Alcazaba, or fortress, presides the ancient defensive system of bastions and city walls. Many of these fortified spaces have been restored and are now places dedicated to culture. The MEIAC, the Archaeological Museum and the Carnival Museum are a few examples.
National Museum of Roman Art – Museum of Roman mosaics, sculptures and artifacts taken from the nearby theater and amphitheater.
The Roman Theater of Merida was built by the consul Marco Vipsanius Agrippa and possibly opened between 16-15 AD
The Temple of Diana is a Roman temple built until the late 1st century BC at Emerita Augusta, which would later become the capital of the Roman province of Lusitania, present-day Merida
The Roman circus of Mérida is the Roman circus that was built in the Roman colony of Emerita Augusta, founded in 25 BC by Augustus, for the licensed Roman Army soldiers of two veteran legions of the Cantabrian Wars: Legio V Alaudae and Legio X Gemina. The city was capital of the Roman province of Lusitania.
The Acueducto de los Milagros are the ruins of a Roman aqueduct bridge, part of the aqueduct built to supply water to the Roman colony of Augusta Emerita, today’s Mérida, Spain
In a way to Merida visit Evora a delightful Portuguese town that was originally founded by the Romans, later fortified by the Moors and flourished during the 15th century. This extensive history has provided Evora with a variety of interesting tourist attractions and historical monuments like:Thebeautiful preserved Roman Diana Temple, Evora castle, Praça do Giraldo 16th century Gothic architecture and the bone chapel the most ghoulish sight of Portugal and thus one of the most memorable monuments of Evora.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please indicate the address for the pick-up
- Coronavirus Safety Measures – The safety and well-being of everyone who uses our services are always our priority. We are actively monitoring the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation and are taking steps to help keep our customers safe.
- We’re certified by the Official Tourism entity ‘Turismo de Portugal’ with the hygiene certification stamp ‘Clean & Safe’.
- For our safety, we operate only private tour and pick-up/drop-off all passengers. We clean and disinfect our vehicles every tour and we provide hand sanitizer and masks to our customers.
- Our guides are experienced professionals, courteous and drive defensive and safety with only one objective to ensure your safety and satisfaction.
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- Private Tour to Evora and Merida – World Heritage City of the Roman Empire
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Private Tour to Evora and Merida – World Heritage City of the Roman Empire Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Private tour
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Driver/guide
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Knight Riders Tourism.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Lisbon.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 3 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
