Tomar and Almourol (Knights Templar): Full-Day Private eco-Tour from Lisbon

8 hours

Easy

Private

Live Tour Guide

Custom Pick-up

Free Cancellation

Do you like heritage? Does the mysticism of the Knights Templar interest you? Then take this private tour and get to know Tomar and Almourol, the 800-year-old seats of the Knights Templar in Portugal.

Looking for a day out of Lisbon? Then come on this full-day private guided eco-tour and discover centuries of Portuguese heritage and history.
Totally hassle-free. Take benefit of our included pick-up and drop-off service and set off in a luxury SUV from anywhere in the Greater Lisbon area. Go at your own pace, but expect a long day of learning as you cross historic lands, see iconic monuments of Portuguese history, today a UNESCO World Heritage Site, learn tales and even cruise a river to a medieval castle. Curious?


Top 5 Highlights

  • Take the opportunity to visit The Convent of Christ, UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Discover Tomar, home to Portugal's greatest Templar history.
  • Discover two 800-year-old Templar castles and travel through history.
  • Be dazzled by the views on a visit to Almourol Castle, built right on a riverbed.
  • Learn and be inspired by centuries of history and world-class heritage.
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What’s Included

    Specific

    • Hotel pickup and drop-off (anywhere in the Greater Lisbon area)
    • Entrance ticket to the Convent of Christ in Tomar
    • Entrance ticket to the Castle of Almourol 
    • Ticket for the boat trip to the Castle of Almourol
    • Entrance ticket to the Knights Templar Interpretive Center

    Standard

    • All Fees and Taxes
    • Air-conditioned luxury vehicle (SUV / Sedan)
    • Private transportation with fuel, tolls and parking.
    • Bottled water throughout the tour
    • WiFi on board
    • Child and infant car seats if required
    • Rainproof ponchos and sunscreen as needed
    • Personal Injury Insurance
    • Onboard amenities like sweet and savory crackers, lolipops and chewing gum.
    • Onboard amenities for the little ones, such as paper, drawings coloring pens, puzzle games and toys.
    • Onboard mobile phone and tablet charging (USB-Micro; USB-C; and Lightning)
    • First Aid Kit and Tour Guide with CPR and First Aid certification.
    • Tour's GHG generated emissions 100% offset (eco-Tour)
    Exclusions

      Specific

      • Lunch and any other food and drink not specified

      Standard

      • Gratuities (Optional)
      Trip Summary & Useful Info

        Tour's wrap-up:

        • Duration is 8 to 10 hours
        • Departure is at 8:00 am
        • Minimum total time spent visiting is 4h00m
        • Minimum total time spent traveling is 4h00m
        • Provisioned total time for optional visits and lunch is up to 2h00m
        • Approximate route of 350km (approx. 70% is on highway)
        • Live tour guide (4 languages to choose from)

        Accessibility:

        • Wheelchair accessible
        • Stroller accessible
        • Not recommended for small children unused to travelling by car (up to 1h between stops / up to 10h for the day).

        About the activity:

        • All the highlights of this tour are easily accessible. However, there may be some attractions with more limited accessibility.
        • All the walks are relatively short and of easy-to-moderate physical demand. Participants do not need to have a high level of physical fitness.
        • Expect a 8-10 hours journey, depending on the pace you want to go, the optional visits you make and the time you spent lunching.

        Not allowed:

        • To travel with non-folding wheelchairs or strollers.
        • For children to travel seated on laps. It is mandatory to book 1 seat per child or infant, regardless of age and even if it is mentioned that it is free. Infant and child car seats are included and available under request (validate at checkout).

        Pick-up service:

        • Customized pick-up and drop-off service within Greater Lisbon Area. Service included at any location up to 35km radius from Lisbon city center (from Praça Duque de Saldanha). Other locations are possible, but on request and additional fees may apply.

        We would like you to know:

        • We are a family-friendly Tour Operator. By choosing this private activity, you're choosing a free tour for children under 11 (Validate at checkout. Selecting a ticket for children should take into account their age at the time of travel).
        • We are an eco-friendly Tour Operator. By choosing this private activity, you're choosing a 100% sustainable car trip, as all GHG emissions generated are fully offset.
        • The Operator is licensed by the Portuguese Tourism Authority and complies with all legal health, safety and insurance regulations.
        • Our Guides are Locals, traveled, trained and all of them have 10+ years of experience.
        • We travel with a First Aid Kit and our Tour Guides have CPR and First Aid certification.
        • Primarily, though not guaranteed, this trip takes place in a Volvo SUV or a Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan.
        • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate.
        Bring Your ...
          • Curiosity
          • Comfortable shoes
          • Sunglasses
          • Hat
          Experience Type - The Amity Family Tours and Activities Portugal.

          Experience Type

          Day private guided tour by car. Round-trip.
          Live Tour Guide - The Amity Family Tours and Activities Portugal.

          Live Tour Guide

          In English, French, Spanish or Portuguese.
          Custom Pick-up - The Amity Family Tours and Activities Portugal.

          Custom Pick-up

          Customized pick-up and drop-off service included within the Greater Lisbon area.
          Free Cancellation - The Amity Family Tours and Activities Portugal.

          Free Cancellation

          Refundable in case of cancellation up to 24 hours before the departure.
          Online Booking - The Amity Family Tours and Activities Portugal.

          Online Booking

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          Eco-friendly Tour - The Amity Family Tours and Activities Portugal.

          Eco-friendly Tour

          This is an eco-Tour. The greenhouse gas emissions generated are 100% offset.
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          ITINERARY

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