Templar Tour: Discover Portugal's Historic Order

Uncover the captivating history and enduring impact of the Knights Templar in Tomar, Portugal. Embark on a private tour that delves into their significance in the past, present, and future, exploring Portugal’s role in their growth. Experience the tour with our company, offering comfort and complete flexibility.

Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Castelo de Almourol - We start our Templar Tour with a visit to the Castle of Almourol located on a small island already inhabited at the time of Roman occupation of the peninsula, later by the Templars, a small Castle built in the middle of the Tagus River, all for protection reasons of course.
  • Igreja de Santa Maria dos Olivais - Perhaps the…
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Compulsory insurance
  • Private guide and accompaniment to all monuments
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Pick up and drop off at the accommodation
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Museums and Monuments Tickets
Additional Information

Experience a glimpse of history as we dive deep into the significance of the Templars in Portugal - their past, present and potentially future roles on our Templar Tour. Grasp the significance of this notable religious faction in the future prospect of Portugal, and the importance of Portugal’s role in the expansion of the Order. Enjoy our company on this comfortable, completely adjustable tour.

Location
Castelo de Almourol
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Sylvie_s
Mar 29, 2025
Incredibly informative and historically interesting tour - Anastasia was the perfect guide. She was so informative not only about the locations and landmarks we visited but also about culture, food, traditions, geography, history of the area and beyond. She pointed out locations to make sure we see on our own and recommendations for tours we were booking with others. I felt like we were traveling with a friend. I highly recommend her. I learned so much about the Templars and the order of the cross on this tour. Such an interesting and influential part of Portugal and European history. The monastery was incredible. Make sure to take this tour. You will not regret it.
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Shannon_s
Mar 23, 2025
Learned so much! - Tour guide Anastasia was very knowledgeable and we enjoyed learning so much about the history of Knights Templar. Lunch at a local spot was great as well! We enjoyed trying green wine for the first time.
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April_q
Mar 19, 2025
Highly recommend - We had a great time. Our guide was very knowledgeable about the town of and its relationship to the Knights Templar.
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Debra_h
Feb 22, 2025
Highly Recommend Knights of Templar Tour with Anastasia - This tour has a 100% satisfaction rate and I can see why! Anastasia was very knowledgeable and informative about the knights Templar as well as in the history of the region and Lisbon in general. She is an excellent tour guide and a very safe driver. She is always helpful and pleasant and went out of her way to make us feel comfortable and give us a great experience. I wish there was a rating above five stars, because this tour deserves it. She gave us amazing insights into all the places that we visited and it was obvious that she took her job very seriously and was prepared with a wealth of information. -Very relaxed pace and a chance to take many photos, stay longer in areas that we liked and no pressure at all to move along faster than we wanted. I would not hesitate to recommend this tour to anyone!
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Cecileloisel
Feb 18, 2025
Excellent day ! - Anastasia was an amazing tour guide - attentive, flexible, very knowledgeable and a good driver. . We learned so much about the Knights’ Templar - the context, the culture and customs of the times, as well the various buildings and monuments - a great way to spend a day delving into the stories as well as enjoying the countryside without having to drive ourselves. She and her colleague were extremely helpful sorting out our pick up location - highly recommended !!! She also provided great suggestions for the rest of our visit in Lisbon !
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Mx2x2m
Feb 16, 2025
Perfect. 10 out of 10 rating. - Upon researching which tours to book, this tour had a 100% satisfaction. Very pleased with the outcome. Our tour was with AnastĂ¡cia. She was incredibly knowledgeable and informative. AnastĂ¡cia went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable and give us a great experience. I wish there was a rating above five stars, because this tour deserves it. Very much worth it. If you’re looking for tours to book, book this one or any other tours they offer. You’re getting quality service. Our last day in Portugal was with AnastĂ¡cia and this tour. Had I known, I would have booked the other tour with her.
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Elizabeth
Jan 4, 2025
Great Day! - High energy and knowledgeable, Joao covered a lot of ground in the Tomar area. He let us set our own pace at each stop and was very considerate. The aqueduct especially was a family favorite!
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Rita
Dec 30, 2024
A beautiful day exploring the Templar sites in Tomar and Almoural Castle with a private tour - Totally positive experience that fully met our expectations. Joan and 'was very good, explained and described the places visited with enthusiasm and expertise, and' was very attentive to our needs (comfortable parking, easy routes). The places seen are very interesting and suggestive. A comfortable car was used for our needs.
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Alexandercm7935qn
Dec 1, 2024
Fantastic tour - Well constructed tour telling the story of the templars. The tour guide, Joao, was really knowledgeable. As well as the sites, saw picturesque locations and had a very nice lunch as well. Would recommend. The monastery was stunning and probably the best thing in/around Lisbon.
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Evrklear
Nov 22, 2024
Phenomenal! - We had the most amazing experience with John and Kitzel tours. He was one of the best tour guides we have ever experienced with a family ranging from 3 to 70 years old and visiting 12+ countries. John is attentive, patient with kids, and mindful of limitations. Do not hesitate to book your tour with them!! We wish we had booked more excursions. His historical knowledge and ability to communicate in multiple languages is phenomenal.
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).