Evora Explorer: Half-Day Journey Into Portugal’s Neolithic Era with Trained Archaeologists
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Évora
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.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Cromeleque dos Almendres - Our meeting point for this excursion will be the Roman Temple of \’c9vora. From there, we will embark on a short 25-minute drive to reach the Menir of Almendres. This impressive solitary standing stone, approximately 4 meters in height, holds significance as a prehistoric ritual site.
Next, we will proceed to the nearby Cromlech of Almendres, situated just a few minutes away by van. Often referred to as the Stonehenge of Portugal, this extraordinary site features two concentric circles formed by standing stones.
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.
- Centro Interpretativo dos Almendres - As we leave Almendres, we will make a stop at the interpretive centre/gift shop.
- Anta Grande do Zambujeiro - We will regroup and embark on a 25-minute drive to our next destination, the Great Dolmen of Zambujeiro (Anta Grande do Zambujeiro), a remarkable prehistoric burial site. Notably larger than other existing dolmens, this site holds great intrigue. We will delve into the archaeological discoveries made here.
Our return journey to \’c9vora will commence thereafter, with drop-offs scheduled for around 12:00pm, conveniently timed for a delightful lunch in the city.
What's Included
- Guided tours and free-time at each site
- Complimentary use of a large cooler for drinks and snacks
- All monument entry fees included
What's Not Included
- Car seats for infants and children (please bring your own)
- Lunch
Additional Information
Embark on a journey through Portugal’s Neolithic & Chalcolithic eras (approximately 5500 to 2200 BC) and discover some of its most notable locations, like the Menir of Almendres, the Cromlech of Almendres, and the Grand Dolmen of Zambujeiro.
The Alentejo region boasts numerous megalithic constructions, such as cromlechs, menirs, and dolmens. This epoch witnessed the advent of agriculture and the birth of many other important social and cultural advancements.
If you’re fascinated by prehistory, or intrigued by the mysteries of prehistoric locations akin to Stonehenge, or even standing stones depicted in shows like Outlander, this expedition promises to be a worthwhile adventure!
Your tour will be led by professional archaeologists who are eager to introduce you to some of the magnificent archaeological sites from Portugal’s antiquity.
- Duration includes drive time
Location
Templo Romano Évora
Largo do Conde de Vila Flor
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Goonto
May 19, 2024
Interesting and fun ! - We can’t say enough about this tour and the two knowledgable leaders. They are archeologists with a passion for the area and the megaliths. We all learned so much and enjoyed their easy and friendly way of teaching. HIGHLY recommend!
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Cara_n
May 5, 2024
Well worth it! - Our guides were incredibly passionate about their subject. Their enthusiasm combined with their knowledge, made for an exceptional tour. We thoroughly enjoyed the experience and highly recommend the tour.
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R3656qjalisont
May 5, 2024
Definitely a Great Choice - These very likeable archaeologists brought to life the amazing megaliths for us. The dirt roads and hard to find sites were made easy too. The megaliths are surrounded by cork trees, and in May, gorgeous wildflowers. A fantastic, memorable day. Highly recommended!
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Eagletonart
May 4, 2024
Take a tour with the real Megalithic Archeologists and get ready to have your mind blown! - Oh man!!! Where to even start?! This tour simply blew my and my partners collective minds! Bianca and Gonçalo are extremely knowledgeable about their subjects and tell a great story about our megalithic past. We talked about the hard science aspects (Bianca and Gonçalo being legitimate archaeologists), the historical, the spiritual, and the present. They made it fun and enjoyable and the hours just flew by! Next time I'm in the area, I wont hesitate to take another one with them, as they have so much more to show and tell. Do yourself this favor and book a tour. You wont be disappointed!
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Hyeza
Apr 30, 2024
Family trip - My daughter was interested in archaeology and history of Portugal so we took the tour. She liked it and enjoyed the day. We also learned about cork trees and culture in the region as we joined by two other tourists who had a lot of questions that we might have wanted to ask. Tour guides were very helpful and took care of us. Highly recommend.
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Amy_d
Apr 26, 2024
Touching human history! - We had a fun and interesting day with the archeologists, who were very knowledgeable about the history of the megaliths and the area. Even beyond the study aspect of the trip, the area was absolutely beautiful and serene, giving the experience a timeless quality that helped one imagine the life of the neolithic people who created these monuments.
Just fantastic! A highlight of our vacation! ♥️
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Amanda_b
Apr 11, 2024
Fascinating history with beautiful countryside - We had an amazing afternoon with Bianca and Gonçalo, our very knowledgeable and friendly archaeologist guides who were great company throughout. They also knew a lot about the flora and countryside. We saw beautiful wild flowers on our walk to Menir Dos Almendres (the single standing stone) and Anta Grande do Zambujeiro (the ancient burial site). The drive to the three sites was really enjoyable as you get to see the surrounding area and we also stopped off at the interpretive centre. Highly recommended tour and guides.
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Villageinn2021
Apr 9, 2024
Mega-awesome! - My husband and I had a beautiful day and an educational experience with Bianca and Gonzales. They are both so passionate about archeology and the region and they taught us so much. Super easy to follow and we had lots of laughs too. I highly recommend taking this tour as we wouldn't have gotten nearly as much out of it had we tried it on our own.
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Denise_d
Apr 8, 2024
Fascinating! - Fascinating to see 7000 year old structures and learn about these first farmers that settled in this area of Europe from two bright personable archeologists!
You won’t be disappointed!
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Joanne_h
Apr 5, 2024
Excellent adventure - We cannot express enough the positive memories (pictures) we shared with this couple who guided this experience. They arrived at the meeting place early. We were the only ones who had booked for this day, so we had them all to ourselves. The experience and knowledge they have is unbelievable and we talked constantly about the megaliths and dolmens. Worth every cent and saved our rental vehicle from the possible damage on the crazy dirt roads
Thank you
Paul and JoAnne
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