What You Will Do
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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
2 hours
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.
3
Convento de Cristo
2 hours
Learn about the History and symbology of the Templars in Portugal, with the help of your expert guide.
4
Tomar
1 hour 30 minutes
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).
5
Synagogue of Tomar
20 minutes
Visit the old town passing by the old Synagogue, the oldest in Portugal.
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
45 minutes
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.
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.
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