8 hour(s)
English
Included
Enjoy a guided tour of Tomar’s main highlights and free time to explore the historic center
Visit the Convent of Christ, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and former Templar headquarters
Explore the convent’s magnificent cloisters, Manueline windows, and richly decorated halls
Listen to stories about the Knights Templar, their missions, and the history of Portugal
€ 470
€ 432.40
Free cancellation and unlimited rescheduling leads to total flexibility while you plan your travels
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Step into the fascinating world of the Knights Templar on this full-day tour, where medieval castles, sacred convents, and rich history come together to tell the story of one of the most legendary orders of the Middle Ages. Depart from Lisbon heading north along Portugal’s main highway, enjoying scenic views of the countryside and key agricultural and industrial regions along the way. Your first stop is the remarkable Almourol Castle, dramatically set on a small island in the middle of the Tejo River. Once a crucial defensive stronghold, this fortress was entrusted to the Knights Templar to protect the lands and waterways of Portugal. Explore the castle and uncover the stories and mysteries surrounding these legendary warrior monks.
Continue to the historic city of Tomar, known as the Knights Templar City, where medieval streets, traditional Portuguese houses, and grand monuments reveal centuries of history. Enjoy a guided tour of the city’s main highlights, followed by free time for lunch and the opportunity to explore the charming historic center at your own pace. The day concludes with a visit to one of Portugal’s most iconic monuments: the Convent of Christ. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this extraordinary complex once served as the headquarters of the Knights Templar in Portugal. Wander through its magnificent cloisters, Manueline windows, and richly decorated halls, and feel the weight of history in every corner of this sacred site.
Air-conditioned vehicle
WiFi on board
Private transportation
Hotel or apartment pick-up and drop-off
All insurance required by Portuguese law
Lunch
Convent of Christ entrance ticket
Entrance tickets to additional monuments
Gratuities
Comfortable walking shoes
Weather-appropriate clothing
Bottle of water
Not wheelchair accessible
Languages available in English, Portuguese and Spanish
Wear comfortable shoes and jacket
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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It was magical! Sintra is a very Special place which you need to enjoy with a guide who loves history loves sharing its history and has a magnificent was of keeping the da ver, interesting and highly educational! Alex is tgd one to do that! He is the very best guide I have had! The group was split in English speaking tourist an Spanish speaking tourist! Alex went back and forth between the 2 group without any hesitation. I highly recommend commend Alex! Is is the very best guide!
Did the Sintra Full Day tour which was amazing. Our guide, Andre, was extremely knowledgeable and insightful throughout the tour. We had a great small group on the tour of 8 people with plenty of laughs. Would highly recommend doing this tour organised by GetYourGuide and Cooltours #SintraTour #CooltourLisbon #GetYourGuideLisbon
During a girls trip to Lisbon, we took an all day tour of Sintra ending in Cascais. Our guide Leonor was amazing! She was knowledgeable, informative, friendly and fun and made the day so interesting! We expected a small (8) group but ended up with a group of 13. Although not as intimate she kept everyone organized and on schedule at the various stops. Highly recommend this tour.
Vasco is an amazing your guide. He is extremely knowledgeable, has a great positive attitude, and provides great suggestions and insights on how to make the most of your day. He made the your incredible enjoyable. The tour took us to so many picturesque and unique places that are unforgettable. I highly recommend this tour and request Vasco if possible.
A wonderful day trip! Worth every penny! Our guide was Marina Bravo. 🤗. A multilingual guide (English, Spanish, Portuguese)👏✅, Punctual pick up at the time and place ✅ Friendly , professional, knowledgeable, inclusive guide tick ✅ THANKS A MILLION, Marina . We also had a bonus in Tomar - Marina treated us to the local specialty of “quick kisses” - tiny tarts made of egg yolks, sugar and flour 🙏🙏 Comfortable air conditioned minivan and small group ( 7 people )✅ Excellent commentary with opportunities to ask questions ✅ Absolute perfect choice of landmarks for the day tour! Excellent pace - never felt too rushed or too slow. Definitely highly recommended!!
