Portugal · UNESCO Heritage Sites

Tomar, The Templar Knights Tour

7 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Lisbon. Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Private day tour from Lisbon to historic Tomar
02 Visit the UNESCO-listed Convent of Christ
03 Explore the Aqueduct of the Convent of Christ
04 Stop to see Almourol Castle on the Tagus River
05 Learn about the legacy of the Templar Knights in Portugal
06 Travel with a private guide inside the monuments and locations

Discover the rich history of Tomar on a private day tour from Lisbon, created for travellers with a passion for heritage, architecture, and the legacy of the Templar Knights. Visit the UNESCO-listed Convent of Christ, one of Portugal’s most remarkable monumental complexes, and explore a city shaped by Roman, Moorish, medieval, and Renaissance influences.

Along the way, see the impressive Aqueduct of the Convent of Christ and stop at the evocative Almourol Castle, set on a small island in the Tagus River. With private transport and a guide accompanying your group inside the monuments and locations, this experience offers an in-depth look at some of central Portugal’s most historic sites.

Along the way, see the impressive Aqueduct of the Convent of Christ and stop at the evocative Almourol Castle, set on a small island in the Tagus River.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Lisbon, Tomar

Languages English, German, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Meeting in Lisbon

Embark a private sightseeing tour of historic Tomar and its stunning surroundings. Stop to see important sites along the way and enjoy exploring places not included on typical tourist routes.

Tomar

After relaxing on the trip from Lisbon (1 hour 45 minutes), you reach Tomar, a UNESCO World Heritage city, to visit the "Convento de Cristo"

Aqueduct of the Convent of Christ

Explore the Aqueduct of the Convent of Christ

Castelo de Almourol

On our way back to Lisbon, we will still stop at the Castelo de Almourol.

Back to Lisbon

Lastly we will head back to Lisbon for you to be dropped -off at the same location as your pick-up.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Pickup service provided in Lisbon. 2 cities · 7 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Pick-up and drop off at a hotel or cruise port in Lisbon.
Entrance tickets and the Convento de Cristo visit.
Stop and visit the Aqueduct of the Convent of Christ.
Stop and see the Castelo de Almourol.
Private guide for your group, who will accompany you inside the monuments and locations
Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle.

What's Not Included

Lunch and any other items not mentioned in the program

Know before you go

STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
It will be a 1 hour and 45 minutes’ drive from Lisbon to Tomar. The journey back takes the same time.
Be sure to bring comfortable shoes, sunscreen, and a camera.
National monuments close on public holidays or on special occasions, without notice.
The sequence of the mentioned places can change according to weather conditions.
Hotel or AirBnB clients must provide the following information at time of booking: hotel name and address;
Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time;
Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship;
Your meeting point is flexible, and to be agreed with your Guide. The meeting point will be at your hotel or accommodation. Or your Guide will meet you at a convenient location close to your hotel or accommodation.

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