Private Tour in Monsaraz, Cork Factory and Evora

Embark on a full day tour, discovering Monsaraz and Evora, jewels of the Alentejo. A medieval town perched on a hill alongside the Guadiana River, the allure of Monsaraz is undeniable. Protected by its historic castle and walls, this small town maintains a sense of magic from bygone times like few others in the world. Visit a nearby cork factory where you'll learn about the processing of this local raw material, an important export used in numerous product applications around the world. Continue to a local winery where you'll be treated to a 7-course tasting menu for lunch paired with 4 wines. Return to Evora in the afternoon, boasting a UNESCO-listed Old Town. Admire the stonework of the 18th-century Evora Cathedral, and take in the Roman Temple. Spot buildings of Portugal's second-oldest university, established in 1559, and visit the Chapel of Bones, a 16th century Franciscan monk construct, where an incredible amount of human skulls and bones decorate the walls.