Knights Templar private day tour from Lisbon

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Knight Templar - Portugal the 1st Nation State in Europe founded by Knights Templar — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Statue of Pedro Alvares Cabral, discoverer of South America in 1500 - Santarem, Portugal — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

This tour will follow the footsteps of the Knights Templar, a religious-military order full of mysteries (among its treasures the Holy Grail itself…).

We start our visit in Santarem, the Gothic city, as it is known, for all the Gothic style monuments it holds.

Next, we stop at the upper Tagus River and cross it by boat to Almourol Castle, one of the most interesting Portuguese castles built by the Knights Templar, on a small island in the middle of the river.

Next we follow the path of the Templar Order to Tomar, a UNESCO World Heritage city, with its charming historic center on the banks of the Nabão River and visit the home of this amazing relegious and military order, the Convent of Christ with its eight cloisters.

Let us drive you in the comfort of a Mercedes-Benz vehicle, with AC and WiFi, and be escorted by one of our certified professional driver-guides.

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At a glance

Duration: 6–8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: Premiere Tours

Ages: Adults (3–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Certified professional driver-guide
Included: High comfort Mercedes Benz vehicles
Included: All taxes included
Included: WiFi and bottled waters on board
Included: Accident and liability insurance

Not included

Not included: Entrance tickets
Not included: Clients meals and lodging

Itinerary

Santarem

one hour

The capital of Portuguese Gothic architecture, Santarem was founded by the Romans in the first century B.C., reaching its height of prosperity during the domain of the Moors. It was conquered by the first king of Portugal, Afonso I in 1147 and became the regional capital of the province of Ribatejo. We will visit the Church of Graça (13th century Gothic) where we can find the tomb of the great Portuguese explorer Pedro Alvares Cabral, the discoverer of Brazil.
Castelo de Almourol

2 hours Admission not included

The Castle of Almourol is one of the best examples of 12th-century military Templar architecture. It is strategically located on an island in the center of the Tagus River. This fortress was considered invincible and was part of a line of defense composed of 5 castles that protected Coimbra, the capital of Portugal, at the time. We will visit the Castle of Almorol, by crossing the river on a very pleasant boat ride. From the walls of the castle, we will enjoy the wonderful view of the winding course of the river around the valleys of “Ribatejo.”
Tomar

one hour

The Order of the Knights Templar, or Templars, entered in Portugal in the 12th century, even before the founding of the kingdom. This Order gained fame in Portugal when the Knight Gualdim Pais was instructed by the founder of the Templars in Jerusalem, Hugo of Payens to establish the first Templar headquarters in Europe. Thus, the city of Tomar was born as a replica of the Holy City of Jerusalem and on its dominant hill, the Convent of Christ is built overlooking the city. Walking tour through the streets of Tomar.
Stop 4

2 hours Admission not included

Knights Templar Headquarters:

With the extinction of the Knights Templar in 1307, all its wealth and assets became part of the new Order of Christ. We will visit the headquarters of the Templars in Europe, the Convent of Christ, a World Heritage Site, a place of inspiration for legends and stories written in books and adapted for the cinema.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Imperador Hotel
EasyHotel Lisbon
ibis Lisboa Jose Malhoa
VIP Inn Berna Hotel
Hotel Nacional
Pensao Estacao Central
Residencial Dona Maria II
Hotel Botanico
Altis Prime Hotel
Hotel A. S. Lisboa
Hotel Alicante
Albergaria Senhora Do Monte

and 264 more pickup points

Your assigned driver-guide will meet you at a place designated by you, within the city of Lisbon.

Using your ticket

Please show voucher to your assigned driver-guide at pick up.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.