Embark on a half-day journey into Portugal’s Neolithic era with trained archaeologists. Explore remarkable sites from the Neolithic and Chalcolithic periods and discover the cultural and social developments of the time. Perfect for history enthusiasts and fans of prehistoric sites like Stonehenge and Outlander’s standing stones.
Embark on a half-day journey into Portugal’s Neolithic era with trained archaeologists. Explore remarkable sites from the Neolithic and Chalcolithic periods and discover the cultural and social developments of the time. Perfect for history enthusiasts and fans of prehistoric sites like Stonehenge and Outlander’s standing stones.
- Cromeleque dos Almendres - The starting point for this excursion is the Roman Temple of Évora. From there, participants will enjoy a 25-minute drive to the trail leading to the Menir of Almendres. A scenic 5–10 minute walk will follow, leading to this remarkable solitary standing stone. Please be aware that the path to the Menir is in poor…
- Cromeleque dos Almendres - The starting point for this excursion is the Roman Temple of Évora. From there, participants will enjoy a 25-minute drive to the trail leading to the Menir of Almendres. A scenic 5–10 minute walk will follow, leading to this remarkable solitary standing stone. Please be aware that the path to the Menir is in poor condition, which may pose challenges for those with limited mobility.
Next, a 10-minute drive will take us toward the Cromlech of Almendres. Due to a section of the road being collapsed from municipal neglect, we will walk the remaining distance, approximately 30 minutes one-way, to reach the Cromlech of Almendres, often called the Stonehenge of Portugal. At the site, we will delve into discussions about the Neolithic era and explore various theories related to the monument. Participants will gain insights into the site’s history from archaeologists who specialize in the region’s prehistory.
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Centro Interpretativo dos Almendres - After visiting the Almendres Cromlech, we will walk back to the car for 30 minutes and then drive 25 minutes out of the Almendres complex. During this time, discussions about the region’s prehistory will continue.
As we exit the property, there will be a stop at the interpretive center and gift shop, allowing some free time for browsing and exploration.
The return journey to Évora will then begin, with drop-offs scheduled between 12:00-13:00 (morning tour) and 17:00-18:00 (afternoon tour).
- Guided tours to each site and free-time as well
- Entrance to all monuments visited
- Guided tours to each site and free-time as well
- Entrance to all monuments visited
- Car seats for infants and children (please bring your own)
- Lunch
- Car seats for infants and children (please bring your own)
- Lunch
Join this tour to explore Portugal’s Neolithic era (around 5500 to 3000 BC) and visit two of the region’s most extraordinary megalithic sites: the Menir of Almendres and the Cromlech of Almendres.
The Alentejo region boasts numerous megalithic structures, including cromlechs, menhirs, and dolmens. This era marked the emergence of agriculture and many…
Join this tour to explore Portugal’s Neolithic era (around 5500 to 3000 BC) and visit two of the region’s most extraordinary megalithic sites: the Menir of Almendres and the Cromlech of Almendres.
The Alentejo region boasts numerous megalithic structures, including cromlechs, menhirs, and dolmens. This era marked the emergence of agriculture and many other important cultural and social advancements.
The tour guides are archaeologists eager to share some of Portugal’s spectacular historical sites with you.
- Iberian Heritage Tours
- Duration includes drive time
- Not recommended for travelers with balance problems
- The path to the Menir is in poor condition and those with reduced mobility may not be able to reach it.
- The walk to the Cromlech is approximately 30 minutes one-way and those with reduced mobility may not be able to reach it.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
