Tomar and Coimbra Private Tour: A Dive Into The Knights Templar History and Portuguese Art
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Lisbon
Discover the captivating history of the Knights Templar and explore the rich Portuguese art in this private tour of Tomar and Coimbra. Visit the Convent of Christ, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and marvel at its stunning architectural styles.
Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Convento de Cristo - Convent of Christ
  • Synagogue of Tomar - Tomar Synagogue
  • University of Coimbra - Coimbra University
  • Igreja de Sao Tiago - St. James’s Church
  • Old Cathedral of Coimbra (Se Velha de Coimbra) - Old Cathedral
  • Mosteiro de Santa Clara-a-Velha - Santa Clara Monastery
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • On-board WiFi
  • Bottled water
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Entrance to monuments, Boat Tickets and other costs inherent to the excursion.
Additional Information

This journey allows us to traverse through time and understand the legendary Knights Templar, The Order of the Temple. Linked to one of the most intriguing religious orders globally, is the city of Tomar, located on the shores of the Nabão River, with its historical core. The prime attraction here is the UNESCO World Heritage site, the Convent of Christ, which artistically mirrors Portugal’s history. It houses evidence of Romanesque art, Templar symbolism, Gothic and Manueline styles, Renaissance art, Mannerism, and Baroque, featuring the church’s Roman Charola, the renowned Manueline Window of the Chapter Room, and D. John III’s Cloister.

Location
Lisbon
Cancellation Policy

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

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Rondat910
Jun 8, 2024
The best day, with a fantastic host - James was an outstanding tour guide who deviated from the Coimbra itinerary to give our daughter (a scholar of ancient Rome) a tour of the amazing ruins of a Roman city in nearby Conimbra. The city was occupied in the 100s and the mosaics are fantastic, as is the museum. Our first stop in Tomar was equally wonderful, as we toured the romantic castle headquarters of the Knights Templar (circa 1100) and the baroque convent within its walls. Again, we loved James.
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