Why choose this Setubal District tour ?
On this tour you’ll delve into Portugal’s Neolithic period (circa 5500 to 3000 BC) and explore the region’s most remarkable sites, including the Menir of Almendres, the Cromlech of Almendres, and the Great Dolmen of Zambujeiro.
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.
Solo travellers are encouraged to message us directly regarding availability.
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What makes Half Day Megaliths Cromlech Tour from Evora by Archaeologists a unique experience ?
Our meeting point for this excursion will be the Roman Temple of Évora. From there, we will embark on a short 25-minute drive to reach the Menir of Almendres, an impressive solitary standing stone.
Next, we will make a short drive to 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 spectacular site from archaeologists specializing in the prehistory of this region.
You will also have some free time to explore the site.
As we leave Almendres, we will make a stop at the gift shop if it is open.
We will regroup and embark on a 20-minute drive to our next destination, the Great Dolmen of Zambujeiro (Anta Grande do Zambujeiro), a remarkable prehistoric funerary site. Notably larger than other existing dolmens in Portugal, this site holds great intrigue. We will delve into the archaeological discoveries made here.
Our return journey to Évora will commence thereafter, with drop-offs scheduled between 12:30-13:00.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
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Half Day Megaliths Cromlech Tour from Evora by Archaeologists Inclusions:
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- Guided tours to each site and free-time as well
- Entrance to all monuments visited
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- Car seats for infants and children (please bring your own)
- Lunch
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Iberian Heritage Tours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Lisbon.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 41 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 6 Travelers is accepted for booking.
