Is transportation provided from Lisbon to Alentejo?

Yes, the tour includes round-trip transportation between Lisbon and all tour locations.

Are meals included in the tour?

The tour features local cuisine in Arraiolos, providing a taste of regional specialties.

Can I participate if I don’t drink wine?

Absolutely. Non-alcoholic options are available, and the cultural aspects of the tour remain engaging.

How much walking is involved during the tour?

Participants should expect moderate walking through town streets and vineyards, suitable for most fitness levels.

Is the Chapel of Bones open to visitors year-round?

Yes, the Chapel of Bones is open year-round, though hours may vary by season.

Are group sizes limited for a more personal experience?

Magnificat Tours aims to keep groups small to enhance the intimacy of vineyard visits and cultural stops.

Wine & Cultural Journeys with Magnificat Tours in Lisbon | City Tour | Factory Tour

Set against the gentle plains and rolling oak groves of Portugal’s Alentejo region, Magnificat Tours offers an immersive 10-hour wine and culture excursion departing from Lisbon. This unique day trip transports travelers to Évora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site alive with medieval streets and architectural marvels, including the haunting Chapel of Bones—a chapel lined with human skulls and bones that starkly illustrates the passage of time and mortality. Beyond the historical landmarks, visitors enjoy a stop in Arraiolos, where local cuisine and traditional crafts invite a deeper connection to the regional heritage.

What distinctly elevates this experience is the afternoon session at a family-owned vineyard, where guests receive an intimate tour of the estate’s age-old winemaking process. Here, the gentle synergy between the region’s warm climate, limestone-rich soil, and indigenous grape varieties comes to life. The tasting session offers a curated selection of wines highlighting the Alentejo’s robust reds and aromatic whites, alongside insights into production methods passed through generations.

Magnificat Tours stands out among Lisbon’s outdoor and cultural offerings by combining natural landscapes, viniculture, culinary art, and history in one cohesive journey. The Alentejo’s vast cork oak forests, interspersed with vineyards, provide a scenic backdrop offering quietude far from Lisbon’s urban bustle, making it a favored destination for travelers seeking a comprehensive cultural and palatable escape in Portugal.

This tour appeals to those interested in history, gastronomy, and sustainable agriculture, delivering more than just sightseeing—it's an engaging plunge into the rhythms of a lesser-known Portuguese heartland. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a returning traveler, Magnificat’s Wine & Cork Tour reveals layers of Portugal’s countryside that reward curiosity and appetite alike.