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Lisbon Private Knights Templar Castle and Tomar Day Trip

5.0(2)LisbonFree cancellation

About this activity

Explore Portugal's intriguing medieval past on this private day trip to Tomar, the old Knights Templar headquarters. Your guide will take you to the most amazing monument in Portugal, the Convent of Christ, a UNESCO World Heritage site. It was first a Templar stronghold and then a royal monastery. Discover its great Manueline architecture, cloisters, and the enigmatic round chapel with elaborate carvings and religious symbolism known as Charola. Then, explore the little streets of Tomar, a town rich in Templar past. See the Igreja de São João Baptista, a Gothic church mirroring the medieval legacy of Tomar, at the Praça da República. Spend some free time browsing the stores and cafes or sampling the regional cuisine, which includes the classic pastry, queijadas de Tomar. Your guide will untangle the impact of the Knights Templar on Portuguese history and architecture, bringing their legends to life.

Highlights

    What's included

    • A local guide
    • Private transportation
    • Entrance tickets

    Not included

    • Food and drinks

    Itinerary

    1. Tomar

      Visit the most amazing monument in Portugal, the Convent of Christ, a UNESCO World Heritage site. It was first a Templar stronghold and then a royal monastery.

      3 hoursAdmission includedSee on map

    2. Explore the little streets of Tomar, a town rich in Templar past. See the Igreja de São João Baptista, a Gothic church mirroring the medieval legacy of Tomar, at the Praça da República.

      3 hoursAdmission free

    3. Campo de Ourique Market

      See the beautiful countryside of Portugal while your guide drives you around.

      2 hoursAdmission freeSee on map

    Meeting point

    The operator confirms the exact meeting point on your voucher.

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    Pickup

    • Everyone is picked up
    • 134 hotels are served
    • The operator contacts you to arrange pickup
    • Pickup begins 5 min before departure

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
    • One per booking

    Cancellation and refunds

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

    If you cancelRefund
    At least 1 days before100%
    Between 0 and 1 days before0%
    Supplied by
    Europe prime tours
    Product code
    21924P50

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