Embark on a full-day private tour from Lisbon to explore the history and nature of the Knights Templar. Visit castles, convents, and churches while immersing yourself in ancient history and the beauty of Portugal.
Embark on a full-day private tour from Lisbon to explore the history and nature of the Knights Templar. Visit castles, convents, and churches while immersing yourself in ancient history and the beauty of Portugal.
- Tomar - Research about the castle they founded in Tomer in 1160, inspired by the fortifications of the Holy Land and at the time was the most modern and advanced military stronghold in the Portuguese kingdom
- Mata Nacional dos Sete Montes - Situated in the centre of Tomar next to one of the main avenues, the woods Mata Nacional dos Sete Montes…
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Tomar - Research about the castle they founded in Tomer in 1160, inspired by the fortifications of the Holy Land and at the time was the most modern and advanced military stronghold in the Portuguese kingdom
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Mata Nacional dos Sete Montes - Situated in the centre of Tomar next to one of the main avenues, the woods Mata Nacional dos Sete Montes with 39 ha is the main park of the city. There are 7 hills occupied by luxurious vegetation, where we can also find aromatic and medicinal herbs.
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Igreja de Santa Maria dos Olivais - The Igreja de Santa Maria do Olival was built at the orders of the knight Gualdim Pais in the 12th century to serve as the Pantheon for the Order of the Knights Templar. Inside the church are the Gothic tombs of Gualdim Pais, Mestre Lourenço Martins and Mestre Dom Gil Martins.
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Constancia - Conquered from the Moors in 1150, it was made a village in 1571 by letter from D. Sebastião. During the French Invasions it was heavily vandalized. It would later be restored, conserving today many points of rare scenic, architectural and archaeological beauty.
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Castelo de Almourol - In the middle of the Tagus River, the enigmatic Castelo de Almourol is one of the most emblematic monuments of the Christian Reconquest.
When the Christians arrived here in 1129, the castle already existed under the name of Almorolan, having been included in the lands given to the Templars, under the orders of Gualdim Pais. According to an inscription at the entrance, the reconstruction works date back to 1171.

- Private transportation
- Clean and Safe Certificate
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Private transportation
- Clean and Safe Certificate
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Tickets / Lunch / Gratuities
- Private Guide
- Tickets / Lunch / Gratuities
- Private Guide
Embark on a journey steeped in the enigmatic history of the Templar Knights who settled in Portugal in the 12th century and played a crucial role in aiding the earliest Portuguese kings during the Christian reconquest. After their dissolution by Pope Clement V two centuries later, the Order of Christ emerged as the primary inheritor and protector of the…
Embark on a journey steeped in the enigmatic history of the Templar Knights who settled in Portugal in the 12th century and played a crucial role in aiding the earliest Portuguese kings during the Christian reconquest. After their dissolution by Pope Clement V two centuries later, the Order of Christ emerged as the primary inheritor and protector of the Templars’ spiritual and material riches, safeguarding its spirit of crusading throughout Portugal’s era of discoveries.
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An in-depth, 9-hour private tour through significant Templar Knight’s sites and pathways;
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Perfect for enthusiasts of ancient history and natural beauty;
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Explore the historical Templar Castle and the Convento de Tomar;
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Visit the church of Santa Maria do Olival;
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Take a detour through Constância;
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Marvel at the Almourol Castle.
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- Please keep in mind that this is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate.
- The information of the places or monuments to be visited on this tour are merely indications of places of interest, which may or may not be visited during the trip;
- The driver can extend the hours of the tour in agreement with the customer, and charge any extras that are not included in this tour.
- Please advise at time of booking if there is any guest disabled or with limited walking, so we can adjust the itinerary.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.