Evora District

Half Day Megaliths Cromlech Tour from Evora by Archaeologists

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Description

On this tour you’ll delve into Portugal’s Neolithic period (circa 5500 to 3000 BC) and explore two of the region’s earliest and most remarkable megalithic sites: the Menir of Almendres and the Cromlech of Almendres. The Alentejo is home to many megalithic structures, including cromlechs, menirs, and dolmens. It is during this period when agriculture emerged, along with many other significant cultural and social developments. Enjoy some time away from the city with a lovely walk through a cork forest, where these megaliths live. Your tour guides are professional archaeologists specializing in the prehistory of the region and look forward to showing you some spectacular sites from Portugal's past. - Iberian Heritage Tours

Highlights

  • Private and Luxury
  • Historical Tours
  • Curated Catalog
  • Archaeology Tours
  • Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
  • Bus Tours
  • Small Group
  • Top Product
  • Weather Dependent - Weather-Proof

What makes this experience special

Language guide

Inglese

What's included

Included

  • Guided tours to each site and free-time as well
  • Entrance to all monuments visited

Not included

  • Car seats for infants and children (please bring your own)
  • Lunch

Itinerary

  1. 1

    From Evora we will embark on a 25 minute drive to reach the

    From Evora we will embark on a 25 minute drive to reach the path to the Menir of Almendres. We will then make the 5–10 minute walk down the picturesque path to visit this impressive solitary stone. Please note that the path to the Menir is in poor condition and those with reduced mobility may not be able to reach it. Next, we will continue driving amongst the cork trees through the Almendres property and make our way to the Cromlech of Almendres, often referred to as the Stonehenge of Portugal. The road to access the Cromlech is in poor shape and has been cut by the Municipality of Evora (they have also advised guests not to drive past this point), so we will park the van and walk ~25 minutes (1.25km or 0.77 miles) to reach the monument. At the site, we will continue our discussion of the Neolithic and provide an overview of the theories associated with the monument. You will learn about the history of this site from archaeologists specializing in the prehistory of this region.

    3h
  2. 2

    After we have finished visiting the Almendres Cromlech, we w

    After we have finished visiting the Almendres Cromlech, we will walk back to the van and slowly drive out of the Almendres complex. As we leave the property, we will make a stop at the gift shop (Centro Interpretativo dos Almendres) if it is open. You will have some free time to browse and explore. Our return journey to Évora will commence thereafter, with drop-offs scheduled between 12:00-13:00 (morning tour) & 17:00-18:00 (afternoon tour).

    15 min

Meeting point

If you choose the Meeting Point option, please proceed to the Roman Temple of Evora and meet in front of the monument (the side with the columns facing the garden). Here you will be greeted by your Tour Guide.

Useful information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • 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 from where the road is cut is 1.25 km there and another 1.25km back.
  • Guests should have a moderate fitness level as this tour is outdoors and requires walking approx. 1 hour.
  • Please note that pick-up time will vary according to how many groups are booked on a single tour. If you choose the hotel pick-up option, your pick-up time may be as much as 30 minutes prior to the tour start time. When you have made your booking, please specify the hotel you would like to be picked up from. We will let let you know what time you should be ready in your hotel lobby at least 24 hours prior to the tour. You will be greeted by your Tour Guide outside of your hotel. Children under the age of 12 or under 1.5 meters in height are required to sit in the back seat of the vehicle in a child car seat or booster that is appropriate to their size. We do not provide car seats, so please remember to bring your own. Please wear appropriate footwear (sneakers or hiking shoes are suggested) as reaching the sites require some walking along dirt footpaths. Please note that these footpaths may be muddy after rainy weather. Please pack water and hats.
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available
  • More than 1 day before100% refund
  • Between 0 and 1 days before0% refund

Prices by age band

  • Neonato0-2 anni
  • Bambino3-16 anni
    65
  • Adulto17-100 anni
    65

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