Évora, the Pearl of the Alentejo! Known as the Museum-City, Évora stands out for its rich historical heritage and university tradition From the bark of the cork oak to the stopper of the bottle, cork travels a fascinating path where human beings, nature and technology intertwine and support each other. Come with us on this guided tour of a cork factory and learn about the process of stripping and transforming cork, ancestral manual process that requires experienced and very careful hands to avoid damaging the bark or the tree, through the testimony of a specialized guide.

Duration

8 hours

Physical level

Easy

Rates per person:

• Group of 1 person: 660,00€
• Group of 2 people: 330,00€
• Group of 3 people: 223,00€
• Group of 4 people: 171,00€
• Group of 5 people: 141,00€
• Group of 6 people: 122,00€
• Group of 7 people: 109,50€
• Group of 8 people: 100,50€

About

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).

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.

Did you know that… • Portugal is the main cork producer on the planet? • responsible for more than 60% the world exports it has an area of cork oak forests corresponding to 25% of the area of cork oak forests of the whole world. • each cork oak take 25 years to be harvested for the first time? • its shell is removed every nine years. • cork is the bark of the cork oak (Quercus Suber L.)? This means that it is a 100% natural and highly versatile vegetal fabric, allowing you to do incredible things? • some curiosities about this natural, versatile and sustainable product: • it has an excellent thermal and acoustic insulation capacity. NASA uses cork as insulation solutions in its missions. • a Surfboard made entirely of Portuguese cork was created for the Hawaiian surfer Garrett McNamara, who surfed one of the biggest waves in the world at Nazare.

This Experience is private and was created from our own experience and learning during our visits to Evora over the past few years. However, the itinerary presented can be changed and made to your needs if you have any preference in choosing the places to visit or in another attraction in Evora.

Trip Itinerary

• Departure at 08:30 at Hotel/Accommodation in Lisbon • Visit the Cortiçarte - Arte em Cortiça • Visit the Roman Temple • Visit the Evora Cathedral • Visit the Giraldo’s Square • Lunch break • Visit the São Francisco Church • Visit the Chapel of Bones • Return to lisbon You will be able to choose a Drop-off location different from the Pick up one, provided it is in Lisbon. See you soon!

What's ​​included:

1. Private transportation
2. Driver/Guide
3. Personal accompaniment during the whole day
4. WiFi on board
5. Bottled water
6. Air-conditioned vehicle
7. Pickup and drop-off at Hotel/Accommodation in Lisbon
8. Liability insurance according to current law
9. Personal Accident Insurance according to current law

What's not ​​included:

1. Lunch
2. Any additional expenses not covered and agreed in advance

Additional Information:

1. Wheelchair accessible
2. Stroller accessible
3. Service animals allowed
4. Infant seats available
5. Folding Wheelchair accessible
6. This is a private tour. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy:

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.