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Small-Group Tour from Lisbon to Tomar Knights Templar History

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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!
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  • Boat ride to Almourol Castle (susceptible to weather conditions)
  • Entrance + guided visit inside Convent of Christ & to Almourol Castel
  • Professional guide
  • Meeting Point - 8:00 Am - Praça da Figueira
  • Local Pastry
  • Small-group tour (8 people max.)
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Drop-off at Marquês de Pombal
  • Food and drinks (including meals), unless specified
  • Hotel Pick-Up & Hotel Drop-Off
  • Personal Expenses
  • Tips & Gratuities
Departure Point

Praça da Figueira, 1100-241 Lisboa, Portugal 8:00 - Front of the Statue

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  • Praça da Figueira, 1100-241 Lisboa, Portugal
  • Castelo de Almourol, Praia do Ribatejo, Portugal
    We start this awesome medieval journey towards Almourol Castle, one of Portugal’s trademarks and most famous ‘postcards’ in the country. Erected 18m (60 ft) above sea level this small granite island has 310m (1.000 ft) long by 75m (245 ft) wide in the middle of the Tagus River waterway.
    50 minutes
  • Tomar, Tomar, Portugal
    Tomar was a land given as a fief to the Templars. It was especially important in the 15th century when it was a center for Portuguese overseas expansion under Henry the Navigator, the Grand Master of the Order of Christ, the organization that succeeded the Templars in Portugal. In here we can visit the Church of Santa Maria do Olival, the headquarters of the Knights Templar and a pantheon of all Grand Masters.
    60 minutes
  • Igreja de Santa Maria dos Olivais, Tomar, Portugal
    In here we can visit the Church of Santa Maria do Olival, the headquarters of the Knights Templar and a pantheon of all Grand Masters.
    30 minutes
  • Convento de Cristo, Tomar, Portugal
    We finish this day in a great fashion: The Convent of Christ is a magnificent monument, a Templar stronghold back in the day, constructed under the orders of Gualdim Paes and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
    90 minutes
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • 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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Angela_B
10 Nov 2024
Small group, venues not crowded, guide Hugo knew his stuff. This is the tour if you are interested in the crusades and the Templar Knights.
Elizabeth S
10 Nov 2024
Daniel was a great guide! We learned a lot on this tour, saw really cool places, and had a wonderful lunch. We recommend this tour.
Kim_P
05 Nov 2024
Visiting the historic sites where the Knights Templar once roamed in the village Tomar was fascinating and interesting. It’s a bit a of a drive from Lisbon, so be prepared for the long duration in the van. Almourol Castle was so amazing and so was the Convent of Christ - well preserved and so much fun to explore and see the Templar’s impact and influence. At Almourol Castle, we had the place to ourselves, a nice break from the typical crowded tour sites, so that was a bonus. It was an easy ride on a little boat from dock to the island. Warning: If you have mobility challenges, this will be a difficult tour as there are a lot of steep steps and inclines. There are no hand rails and no alternate routes.
This tour in Lisbon is organized by The Cooltours (Lisbon)

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