Small-Group Tour from Lisbon to Tomar Knights Templar History
4.8
567 Ratings
Lisboa
Explore medieval castles, embark on a boat trip, and uncover Knights Templar history on this immersive small-group tour from Lisbon to Tomar.
Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Castelo de Almourol - Begin your incredible medieval adventure at Almourol Castle, a renowned symbol of Portugal and one of its most iconic ‘postcards.’ Perched 18 meters (60 feet) above sea level, this small granite island measures 310 meters (1,000 feet) in length and 75 meters (245 feet) in width, situated in the middle of the Tagus River.
  • Tomar - Tomar was granted as a fief to the Templars and gained significant importance in the 15th century as a hub for Portuguese overseas expansion under Henry the Navigator, the Grand Master of the Order of Christ, the successor to the Templars in Portugal.

Here, you can explore the Church of Santa Maria do Olival, the headquarters of the Knights Templar and the pantheon of all Grand Masters.

  • Igreja de Santa Maria dos Olivais - Visit the Church of Santa Maria do Olival, the headquarters of the Knights Templar and the pantheon of all Grand Masters.
  • Convento de Cristo - Conclude your day in grand style at the Convent of Christ, a stunning monument and former Templar stronghold built under the orders of Gualdim Paes, now recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
What's Included
  • Boat ride to Almourol Castle (weather permitting)
  • Entrance and guided visit to Convent of Christ and Almourol Castle
  • Professional guide
  • Meeting Point - 8:00 AM - Praça da Figueira
  • Local pastry tasting
  • Small-group tour (max 8 people)
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Drop-off at Marquês de Pombal
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks (including meals), unless specified
  • Hotel Pick-Up & Hotel Drop-Off
  • Personal Expenses
  • Tips & Gratuities
Additional Information

We promise you a journey back in time, castles that were built by the legendary Knights Templar and then later used by the Knights of Christ, the guys that set up the Age of the Discoveries. At the first stop, there will be a short boat trip that will take the group to the island of the Almourol Castle, the most stunning medieval castle you can find in Portugal, with breathtaking views and sceneries around. Next the medieval journey will take you to Tomar, a city founded by the Knights Templar that turned out to be also important a few centuries after when Henry, the Navigator, was the leader of the Knights of Christ. In Tomar there is a stop at Santa Maria do Olival Church, former mausoleum of the Masters of Knights Templar in Portugal, and at the Convent of Christ, one of the most outstanding and important buildings for Portuguese history, an UNESCO site since 1983. It also includes a surprise to sweeten you mouth. Join the Knighthood!

  • Please contact the company at least 24 hours before the activity for exact Meeting point
  • Meeting points: 8:00 - Praça da Figueira or choose option with pick up
  • Drop off at Marquês de Pombal.
  • Please be reminded that there may be more than one language spoken during the tour (max. two languages).
  • English, Spanish and Portuguese are available all year round.
  • Please note that infants and children occupy a seat.
  • Infant seats are available on request if advised at time of booking.
  • Child rate applies only when accompanied by, at least, 1 paying adult.
  • Maximum of 8 persons per vehicle.
  • It’s a good idea to wear tennis shoes or other appropriate footwear for the tour and bring along a bottle of water. In summer bring your sunscreen and in winter it gets very cold so make sure you bring a jacket.
  • A minimum of 2 people and maximum of 8 people per booking is required: there is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved.
  • Boat ride is subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given an alternative.
  • In case of adverse weather conditions (e. g. heavy rain), the tour will not be canceled, unless there are warnings and alerts by official organisms.
  • We are not responsible for any traffic congestion in the city, resulting from cultural, sport and religious events, or even demonstrations / strikes, etc. However we will always offer alternatives to avoid these situations; one of them is to change the pick-up and drop-off locations. Unfortunately, this may be transmitted without prior notice.
Location
Praça da Figueira
8:00 - Front of the Statue
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Woodway2
Apr 28, 2024
Tomar and the Templars - Miguel made the Templars come to life. The places we visited were awesome but needed the expert narration to make them more than just sites and buildings. Thanks to Miguel for making the day special for the group.
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Extraordinary367643
Apr 25, 2024
Tomar Treasures - Without the background information about the history of the Templars, I would not have fully appreciated the amazing places we visited. Ricky was not just knowledgeable, but a skilled teacher who welcomed questions and discussion. I also appreciated his recommendation of restaurant and menu choices. I would give this tour my highest recommendation.
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Eric_h
Apr 25, 2024
Worth the trip - Nice trip very informative. Our guide had a great knowledge of all things Templar. Beautiful scenery and the castles were amazing.
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Jeannie_h
Apr 25, 2024
Tomar was my favorite place - Ricky was an amazing guide with vast knowledge of Portuguese history and Templar. He was patient with us as we were late to the meeting place. I wouldn’t go to Tomar without a knowledgeable guide.
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Susan_t
Apr 24, 2024
Templar Treasures - This was the first tour we booked for our visit to Lisbon. I would not have fully appreciated the sites visited without the extensive background on the Templar knights, and world history that was provided by our guide. Ricky was knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful. As a seasoned traveler, this was one of the best tours I’ve experienced! If we were staying longer, we’d try and get on another tour with this company.
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Dawnshutter
Apr 23, 2024
Lovely day outside of Lisbon - Highly recommend. Very knowlegable guides that personalized the tour to the needs of the small group. We had a beautiful day to explore the multiple sites. The drive from Lisbon was comfortable as we had a new vehicle.
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Kimberly_h
Apr 21, 2024
Three sites of the Knights Templar - Daniel was a great guide who told us the essential pieces of history with a few mysteries. He recommended a place to eat after the tour which had amazing regional and medieval food. The van was comfortable and he had a headset so everyone could hear clearly.
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Arnold_n
Apr 17, 2024
Fantastic tour - Fantastic tour our guide Ricky was very knowledgeable and fun to be around. This tour is very underrated.
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Johnsm3152mv
Apr 17, 2024
Amourol and Tomar - Brilliant trip the bus could do with being a little bigger for the number on the trip the guide was excellent the time was just about the right length
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Marie_g
Apr 24, 2024
Ok tour - It was informative , but for the price it there weren’t enough sites . I also felt that the guide geared us to a specific restaurant and although the food was good, they put appetizers on the table with out asking us then charged us for them.
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