Discovering Alentejo: Marvel at Gorgeous Landscapes, Roman Ruins and Traditional Portuguese Valley
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Nossa Senhora de Guadalupe
Immerse yourself in the stunning landscapes, ancient ruins, and traditional Portuguese culture of Alentejo. Explore Roman temples, medieval churches, and the famous rags of Arraiolos.
Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Cromeleque dos Almendres - The megalithic complex of Cromlech of Almendres dating back about 2000 years before the Stonehenge.It is a unique atmosphere away from the city with the amazing menhirs layed out in a certain elliptical pattern
What's Included
  • Wifi
What's Not Included
  • Exclude tickets entrances at the monuments
Additional Information

As you travel further south of Lisbon, the region of Alentejo unveils itself. Enroute, vast stretches of cork oaks and olive trees punctuate the landscape. This region, with its undulating terrain of flatland and hills, offers boundless views.
Explore the local markets and factories that produce Arraiolos rugs, a traditional craft that boasts of a rich heritage dating back to the 17th century. These rugs, with their vibrant colors, are an essential part of Portuguese hand-embroidered tapestry.
As the journey towards Évora continues, a sense of stepping into the past is palpable amidst the ruins of a Roman temple, medieval churches, fortified walls, a history-ridden square, and cobbled streets lined with typical white Alentejano homes.
To cap off your journey, the impressive Cromlech of Almendres awaits your visit. This complex, predating Stonehenge by 2000 years, truly is the icing on the cake.

Location
Cromeleque dos Almendres
Cancellation Policy

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

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Lovingitinportugal
Jan 10, 2020
A magical day around Evora - Our fourth day out with Rui- this time he took us South toward Evora, stopping first in the picturesque village of Arraiolos where tapestry rugs have been crafted since the 16th century. A wander through the village and tapestry studios made us feel as though we had stepped back in time. A feeling that remained as we visited Evora with its remarkable Roman remains. But our travel through time continued even further back as, in the late afternoon we arrived at the Almendes Cromlech - a megalithic double stone circle, the finest in Portugal and reportedly one of the oldest in Europe. Because it’s off the beaten track, down a rutted and difficult to navigate lane passing through groves of cork trees, the site doesn’t receive many visitors. We had it all but to ourselves as the sun began to set, casting sunbeams and shadows all around. Truly magical! As always, Rui recommended a great little restaurant for lunch in Evora and conveyed us safely home to Galamares at the end of the day..
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