Half Day Megaliths Cromlech Tour from Evora by Archaeologists

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Almendres Cromlech — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

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.

Solo travellers are encouraged to message us directly regarding availability.

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At a glance

Duration: 2–4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 6 people
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English
Operated by: Iberian Heritage Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–16 years) · Adults (17–100 years)

What is included

Included

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

Not included

Not included: Car seats for infants and children (please bring your own)
Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

Cromeleque dos Almendres

3 hours

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 is at times cut by the Municipality of Evora, so we may have to 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.
Centro Interpretativo dos Almendres

15 min

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).

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

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.

End 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.

Pickup points

Mourasuites Hotel
Vila Gale Evora
Pousada Convento Evora
M'Ar De Ar Aqueduto
Evora Olive Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Evora
M'AR De AR Muralhas
Albergaria Do Calvario Evora - Boutique Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Evora By IHG
Evora O Cante Hotel
ibis Evora

and one more pickup point

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.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

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.