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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.
Your tour guides are archaeologists and look forward to showing you some spectacular sites from Portugal's past.
- Iberian Heritage Tours
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
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.
If you choose the Meeting Point option, please proceed to the Roman Temple of Evora and meet in front of the monument. Here you will be greeted by your Tour Guide.
Itinerary
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Our meeting point for this excursion will be the Roman Temple of Évora. From there, 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 standing 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 make a 10-minute drive down the road toward the Cromlech of Almendres. As a portion of the road to the Cromlech has collapsed due to neglect by the municipality, we will walk the remainder of the road, approximately 30 minutes one-way, to reach the Cromlech of Almendres, often referred to as the Stonehenge of Portugal. 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.
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
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After we have finished visiting the Almendres Cromlech, we will make the 30-minute walk back to the car and the 25-minute drive out of the Almendres complex. During this time, we’ll continue our discussion regarding the prehistory of the region. As we leave the property, we will make a stop at the interpretive center/gift shop. 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 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- 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 is approximately 30 minutes one-way and those with reduced mobility may not be able to reach it.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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