• Evoramonte - The tour begins in the center of Évora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Participants will meet at the Roman Temple of Évora (also known as the Temple of Diana) at 9:00 am. From there, a 30-minute car journey will take us to the village of Evoramonte.

This extraordinary village is perched on one of the highest points in the Serra d’Ossa mountain range, providing stunning views and a perfect opportunity for photography to capture the Alentejo region’s scenic beauty.

• Castelo de Evoramonte - If the castle is open, the tour will continue with a visit to the unique 16th-century Castle of Evoramonte, where participants can explore the village’s rich history.

Once everyone is ready, the tour will move on to the next destination – the Roman villa of Torre de Palma, approximately 45 minutes away.

• Villa Lusitano-Romana de Torre de Palma / Estacao Romana de Monforte - While traveling to the Roman villa of Torre de Palma, located just over an hour away, the discussion will continue. At this location, participants will learn about the Roman villa culture in Portugal and have the chance to visit the charming museum, the well-preserved Roman structures, and, most notably, the exquisite collection of mosaics. There will be some free time to explore Torre de Palma at one’s own pace, and by 12:30, the tour will proceed to the next stop – lunch, about 30 minutes away.
• Estremoz - Although lunch is not included in the tour, it is believed that a beautiful setting enhances the meal experience. Therefore, the tour will stop for lunch in the town of Estremoz, 30 minutes from Torre de Palma. Here, there are several options for a light lunch (not provided) at a local café or restaurant, or alternatively, participants may choose to enjoy a packed lunch.
• Almendres Cromlech - Departure from Estremoz will be around 2:15 pm, followed by a 1 hour and 15-minute drive to the Almendres Menir, an impressive solitary standing stone dating back to the Neolithic.

Next, a short drive will take us to the Cromlech of Almendres, often called the Stonehenge of Portugal. At the site, the discussion on the Neolithic will continue, providing an overview of the theories associated with the monument.

Participants will learn about the history of this remarkable site from archaeologists specializing in the prehistory of this region.

• Guided tours to each site and free-time as well
• A large cooler to store any packed lunches you may wish to bring
• Entrance to all monuments visited

• Car seats for infants and children (please bring your own)
• Lunch

This tour offers a unique opportunity to explore Portugal’s archaeology and history, from the 16th century AD to the 6th millennium BC.

On this tour, you will get to explore the medieval village and 16th-century castle of Evoramonte, the Roman villa of Torre de Palma, and the prehistoric complex of Almendres (Menir and Cromlech).

If you’re interested in seeing a little bit of everything in the Alentejo region of Portugal, we think you’ll really enjoy this trip!

Your tour guides are trained archaeologists and look forward to showing you some spectacular sites from Portugal’s past.

Solo travellers are encouraged to message us directly regarding availability.

• Iberian Heritage Tours
• Car seats for infants and children (please bring your own)
• Tour duration is travel time included
• Not recommended for travelers with balance problems

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