Évora Cork & Castle: From Cork Oak to Evoramonte — Private Tour
Overview
Go beyond Évora and discover the Alentejo through one of its most iconic treasures: cork.
Explore the montado, the landscape shaped by cork and holm oaks. Learn how cork is harvested, why the oak survives harvesting, and how this tradition has shaped local communities.
Visit a cork-processing factory to see how raw cork becomes designed products and discover the craftsmanship behind an industry that made Portuguese cork famous worldwide.
Continue to Evoramonte, where a hilltop castle overlooks the Alentejo. Explore its history and enjoy wide views.
More than a factory or castle tour, this private experience connects nature, sustainability, craftsmanship, rural culture and history.
Since 2015, Portugal Cultural Experience has welcomed thousands of travellers worldwide, with local heritage experts.
In around three hours, discover an Alentejo many visitors never see — from the living cork oak to a medieval fortress.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Meeting Location
Praça do Giraldo 7
7000-508 Évora, Portugal
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Castelo de Evoramonte
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Corticarte - Arte em Cortica
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WET).
- Private transportation.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Évora Cork & Castle: From Cork Oak to Evoramonte — Private Tour is as follows:
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Évora Cork & Castle: From Cork Oak to Evoramonte — Private Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
