Explore the natural and cultural heritage of the Alentejo region on a private guided experience departing from Évora. Travel with an expert guide specializing in biology through landscapes shaped by the iconic cork oak ecosystem, one of Portugal’s most important natural resources.

Visit a traditional cork processing facility to learn how cork from the Quercus suber is harvested and transformed into sustainable materials used worldwide. Gain insight into the region’s “montado” landscape, a unique agro-silvopastoral system that supports biodiversity and local rural traditions.

Continue through rolling countryside toward panoramic viewpoints overlooking the historic fortress of Évora Monte Castle. This Renaissance-era stronghold offers sweeping views of cork forests and the surrounding Alentejo plains, along with a sense of the region’s medieval military history.

The experience combines nature, craftsmanship, and heritage, with private transportation included throughout. Return comfortably to Évora after a scenic and educational journey through one of Portugal’s most distinctive landscapes.

Duration: 3 hours