- 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
- A large cooler to store any packed drinks or snacks you may wish to bring
- Entrance to all monuments visited
- Car seats for infants and children (please bring your own)
- Lunch
With the Almendres Cromlech & Menir under restoration and unavailable for visitation, this experience serves as an excellent substitute if you are intrigued by Alentejo’s prehistoric timeline.
This immersive journey takes you through Portugal’s Neolithic & Chalcolithic time periods (roughly 5500 to 2200 BC), and the exploration of crucial archaeological sites like the Outeiro Menir, Xerez Cromlech, and the Dolmen of Olival da Pega.
Alentejo region is a hub for numerous megalithic relics, encompassing cromlechs, menirs, and dolmens. This was the epoch that marked the advent of farming practices, along with various other important social and cultural evolutions.
If your fascination rests with prehistory, or the rich narratives underpinning prehistoric landmarks akin to Stonehenge, or even free-standing stones depicted in television series like Outlander, we believe you are in for a memorable journey!
Our tour guides are seasoned archaeologists eager to walk you through some of Portugal’s vivid historical periods.
- Duration includes drive time
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
