Embark on a half-day journey through Portugal’s Neolithic and Chalcolithic periods with trained archaeologists. Explore megalithic structures and delve into the cultural and social developments of the Alentejo region.
Embark on a half-day journey through Portugal’s Neolithic and Chalcolithic periods with trained archaeologists. Explore megalithic structures and delve into the cultural and social developments of the Alentejo region.
- Menir do Outeiro (Monsaraz) - Our meeting point for this excursion will be the Roman Temple of \’c9vora. From there, we will embark on a 55 minute drive to reach the Outeiro Menir. This impressive solitary standing stone, over 5 meters in height, holds significance as a prehistoric ritual site.
- Cromeleque do Xerez (Monsaraz) - Next, we will…
- Menir do Outeiro (Monsaraz) - Our meeting point for this excursion will be the Roman Temple of \’c9vora. From there, we will embark on a 55 minute drive to reach the Outeiro Menir. This impressive solitary standing stone, over 5 meters in height, holds significance as a prehistoric ritual site.
- Cromeleque do Xerez (Monsaraz) - Next, we will proceed to the nearby Xerez Cromlech, situated just 10 minutes away. This cromlech has a unique story, from prehistory to present. 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.
- Conjunto Megalitico do Olival da Pega - Following some free time to explore the Cromlech, we will regroup and embark on a 10 minute drive to our next destination, the Dolmen of Olival da Pega (Anta do Olival da Pega), a prehistoric burial site. We will delve into the archaeological discoveries made here.
Our return journey to \’c9vora will commence thereafter, with drop-offs scheduled for around 12:30pm, conveniently timed for a delightful lunch in the city.
- Guided tours to each site and free-time as well
- Entrance to all monuments visited
- Guided tours to each site and free-time as well
- Entrance to all monuments visited
- Car seats for infants and children (please bring your own)
- Lunch
- Car seats for infants and children (please bring your own)
- Lunch
Join this tour to explore Portugal’s Neolithic era (approximately 5500 to 3000 BC) and visit several important sites: the Outeiro Menir, the Xerez Cromlech, and the Dolmen of Olival da Pega.
The Alentejo region boasts numerous megalithic structures, including cromlechs, menhirs, and dolmens. This era marked the rise of agriculture and many other pivotal…
Join this tour to explore Portugal’s Neolithic era (approximately 5500 to 3000 BC) and visit several important sites: the Outeiro Menir, the Xerez Cromlech, and the Dolmen of Olival da Pega.
The Alentejo region boasts numerous megalithic structures, including cromlechs, menhirs, and dolmens. This era marked the rise of agriculture and many other pivotal cultural and social advancements.
The tour guides are experienced archaeologists eager to showcase some of Portugal’s remarkable historical sites.
- Iberian Heritage Tours
- Duration includes drive time
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
