Private Tour to Evora and Arraiolos Village
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. Enjoy free time for lunch and then head to Arraiolos. A sunny village that developed on the side of its castle. Known for its embroidered rugs with centuries of history. The rugs are handmade by embroiderers in gestures that are repeated for over 500 years. With the expulsion of Jews and Moors from Spain by Catholic kings, the exodus began. Many were those who settled in Portugal. At that time, D. Manuel I reigned under pressure from the Catholic kings in Spain to also expel Jews and Moors. Several were the ones who decided to settle in Arraiolos, due to the warm welcome, abundance of herds, excellent wool and diversity of plants indispensable for dyeing the wool and manufacturing the canvases. With the presence of Jews and Moors, Arraiolos rugs gain new expression and greater vitality. Trip Itinerary Departure at 8:30 at Hotel/Accommodation in Lisbon Visit the Roman Temple Visit the Cathedral of Evora Visit the Praça do Giraldo (Giraldo Square) Visit the Chapel of Bones Visit the Arraiolos rugs Interpretive Center Visit the Arraiolos Castle 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: Private transportation Driver/Guide Personal accompaniment during the whole day WiFi on board Bottled water Air-conditioned vehicle Pickup and drop-off at Hotel/Accommodation in Lisbon Liability insurance according to current law Personal Accident Insurance according to current law What’s not ??included: Lunch Entrance tickets to monuments Any additional expenses not covered and agreed in advance Additional Information: Wheelchair accessible Stroller accessible Service animals allowed Infant seats available Folding Wheelchair accessible 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.