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Full Day Megalithic Tour with Lunch Included

By Burriscas Adventure
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$219 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Our experience provides a true immersion in the rich prehistoric history of Alentejo, starting with the enigmatic Cromeleque of the Portela de Mogos. We continue to the Anta do Outeiro de São Clara, an imposing megalithic monument that reveals the grandiosity of the Neolithic buildings.
Then we explore the Cromeleque des Almendres, the largest in the Iberian Peninsula, and the Anta-Capella de São Brissos, a fascinating fusion between a prehistoric dolmen and a popular cult chapel. After this historic tour, we enjoy a delicious lunch at Restaurant A Ribeira, where you can taste authentic Alentejo cuisine.
The afternoon follows with a visit to the Escoural Caves, a site with unique rock art, and the Interpretative Centre, where you will learn more about the remote past of the region. This tour offers a combination of history, culture and gastronomy, in a natural setting that is a true treasure of Alentejo.

Activity location

  • Cromeleque da Portela de Mogos
    • Alto da Portela de Mogos
    • 7000, Evora, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Cromeleque da Portela de Mogos
    • Alto da Portela de Mogos
    • 7000, Evora, Portugal

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Full Day Megalithic Tour with Lunch Included
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 9:00 am
Price details
NZ$218.62 x 2 AdultsNZ$437.24

Total
Price is NZ$437.24

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedVisit to all the monuments
  • What's includedWhat's includedDoes not include drinks
  • What's includedWhat's includedEntrance Caves of the Escoural

Know before you book

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Cromeleque da Portela de Mogos
  • 15m
Visit the Cromeleque of Portela de Mogos, a fascinating set of menires in the heart of the Alentejo! Discover the history and significance of this prehistoric site, with a brief explanation of its origin and possible ceremonial use. Walk among the millennial stones and feel the unique atmosphere of this ancestral site. An unforgettable experience for lovers of history and archaeology!
São Pedro de Gafanhoeira
  • 10m
Visit the Anta do Outeiro de São Clara, an impressive megalithic monument of the Alentejo! Discover its history and function with a brief explanation of this ancient Neolithic collective tomb. Observe its imposing structure and reflect on the practices and beliefs of the prehistoric peoples who lived here. A fascinating experience for lovers of archaeology and history!
Anta-Capela de Nossa Senhora do Livramento
  • 10m
Explore the Anta-Capella of Our Lady of Livramento, also known as Saint Brissos, one of the most unique examples of reuse of megalithic monuments. Discover how this ancient Neolithic antique was transformed into a chapel, with a brief explanation of its history and symbolism. Admire the fusion between prehistory and popular faith in a place full of mysticism and tradition. A must-see for those who appreciate archaeology and cultural heritage!
Cromeleque dos Almendres
  • 20m
Explore the Cromeleque des Almendres, the largest set of menires in the Iberian Peninsula! In this visit, discover the history and mystery behind this impressive circle of prehistoric stones, with a brief explanation of its origin and function. Walk among the menires and feel the energy of this sacred place, used for millennia for rituals and astronomical observations. A unique experience for those who appreciate ancestral history and culture!
Anta Grande do Zambujeiro
  • 20m
Visit the Anta Grande do Zambujeiro, the largest megalithic monument of the Iberian Peninsula! Discover this impressive Neolithic dolmen with a brief explanation of its history, construction and importance. Walk to the place and admire the grandness of its stones, feeling the connection with the prehistoric peoples who lived here. A fascinating experience for lovers of history and archaeology!
Restaurante A Ribeira (Ementa Cantada)
  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Enjoy a delicious lunch at Restaurant A Ribeira in Montemor-o-Novo! Enjoy authentic Alentejo cuisine in a cosy atmosphere with traditional dishes prepared with local ingredients. Enjoy rich and genuine flavours, from milk to grilled, always accompanied by a good wine from the region. An unforgettable experience for those who appreciate good food and tradition!
Escoural Cave
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Discover the Escoural Caves on a fascinating guided tour! Explore this important archaeological site, known for its cave paintings and traces of human occupation dating back more than 50,000 years. Accompanied by an experienced guide, tour the galleries and admire the engravings and paintings left by the first inhabitants of the region. A time trip that reveals the secrets and mysteries of prehistory, perfect for history and archaeology enthusiasts!

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESCromeleque da Portela de Mogos
    • Alto da Portela de Mogos
    • 7000, Evora, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLECromeleque da Portela de Mogos
    • Alto da Portela de Mogos
    • 7000, Evora, Portugal

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