Go on a quest for the Knights Templar legacy in Tomar region. Marvel with the Convento de Cristo, one of Portugal's most unique and impressive architectural monuments, listed as UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit Tomar city, former home of the Order of The Knights Templar, a beautiful, mysterious and magical place.
Get aboard and enjoy a boat ride to discover the stunning Castle of Almourol, that sits on top of a small island in the middle of Tagus River.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Local guide
✔ Private tour
✔ Live commentary on board
✔ Transport by air-conditioned minivan
✔ Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
✖ Food and drinks
✖ Gratuities
Pickup Locations
1. Imperador Hotel
2. EasyHotel Lisbon
3. Hotel Ibis Lisboa Jose Malhoa
4. VIP Inn Berna Hotel
5. Hotel Nacional
6. Pensao Estacao Central
7. Residencial Dona Maria II
8. Hotel Botanico
9. Altis Prime Hotel
10. Hotel A. S. Lisboa
11. Hotel Alicante
12. Albergaria Senhora Do Monte
13. Hotel Dom Carlos Park
14. Lisboa Pessoa Hotel
15. Lisbon Inn Lapa Suites
16. Alegria a Lisbon Boutique Hotel
17. Turim Terreiro Do Paco Hotel
18. Ever Lisboa - City Center Hotel
19. Memmo Alfama Hotel
20. Hotel Jorge V
Additional Info: We'll pick you up at your Hotel or Apartment, or even the Port or the Airport.
Please note that you may need to join us at a nearby meeting point, in some areas of the city where we can't reach your address.
Please contact our team previously to assure all necessary arrangements.
Itinerary
1
Lisbon
Meet your Around Lisbon guide at your Hotel or Apartment and head to Tomar, on a road trip that should take about 1 hour.
2
Castelo de Tomar
When there, we will go directly to the Templar Castle and the Convento de Cristo Monastery and get amazed by this magnificent monument filled with history.
Duration: 2 hours
3
Convento de Cristo
Learn about the History and symbology of the Templars in Portugal, with the help of your expert guide.
Duration: 2 hours
4
Tomar
Descent to the city of Tomar and take some free time to walk around and find some of the most unique buildings in the city, and enjoy your lunch (not included).
Duration: 1.5 hours
5
Synagogue of Tomar
Visit the old town passing by the old Synagogue, the oldest in Portugal.
Duration: 20 minutes
6
Constancia
Leaving Tomar, we’ll head on to Constância, where Luís de Camões - the most famous Portuguese poet - is said to have lived. There, enjoy the magnificent views of the onfluence of Zêzere and Tejo rivers.
7
Castelo de Almourol
Take a small boat ride in the Tagus River calm waters up to the unique Almourol Castle island, where you’ll have some more free time to explore.
Duration: 45 minutes
8
Golega
Then, take the beautiful roads that follow the Tagus River south, crossing the Ribatejo plains and passing by Golegã (horse riding capital of Portugal).
9
Santarem
Pass by Santarém (gothic capital of Portugal), before taking the return route back to Lisbon.
10
Lisbon District
Return to Lisbon by the end of the day, and be dropped off at your Hotel or apartment.
Additional info
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
