We explored Evora, and medieval Monsaraz with Manny on a private tour from Lisbon and what a fantastic day we had!

Manny picked us up promptly as previously arranged and whisked us out of Lisbon and into the rolling hills of the Alentejo region. First stop: Evora and it's dramatic St. Francis Bone Chapel, and on to the Diana Temple and views that stretch out forever over the fields of Alentejo. Manny is an avid bird watcher, so was always quick and delighted to point out the local population of stork condos and their inhabitants. We met up with a friend of Manny's quite by accident - but he was driving a vintage 1961 convertible and offered us a ride - we hopped right in for a tour through the medieval streets of Evora before continuing our way to a local winery for one of the most comprehensive and enjoyable wine-tastings we've ever had.

Afterward, a picnic lunch at the vineyard and then a leisurely drive through the undulating hills Monsaraz, another medieval treasure sitting atop a hill.

Manny regaled us with stories throughout the trip - on the history of the area, on Portuguese history and on his personal travels - as I said, it was like travelling with an old friend.

Thank you Manny (and Filipe for organizing our trip). We will long remember our time spent with you! Happy travels!!

Cheers,
Kim & Dwayne

In 2006, my sister and I used this tour company with some friends and loved the tour and the guide. Ten years later I am back with more friends and it has only continued to get better. Filipe managed to get a small bus for our tour when we became a group of 9 instead of four at the last minute. Manny was extremely knowledgeable of the area and the history which was fantastic. We had so much fun, stopped at great places to sample wine and olive oil and our lunch and pastries were fantastic. I absolutely recommend Different Portugal for touring Portugal!