Lisbon · TOMAR TOURS
The Convent of Christ was the Templars’ Portuguese seat, and Tomar grew up around it. These 15 tours reach it from Lisbon, often with Batalha or Almourol castle alongside, each priced and paced for the drive.
Small-group Lisbon tour to Almourol Castle by boat, then Tomar’s Knights Templar sites, including the Convento de Cristo.
“My son and i really enjoyed our tour to Tomar. The monastery and cathedral were really amazing. Our guide, Hugo, was very informative very accommodating to our needs. It really was a nice day trip. definitely worth doing. we learned so much.”
Small-group Knights Templar day tour from Lisbon to Tomar, with Almourol Castle boat cruise and the UNESCO Convento de Cristo.
“We had a fabulous day! Our guide was top notch. Even while on freeway travel between locations he told us about places along the way, pointing out cork trees and their importance and history. Very knowledgeable on the Templars. So pleasant and accommodating for all that ended up in our group. It was diverse travelers When we couldn’t take the boat trip to the castle due to flooding he still told us all about its history and stories. I can’t recall a question he couldn’t answer. It was great!”
Private Knights Templar day trip to Tomar from Lisbon, with hotel pickup, guided stops at Almourol, Convento de Cristo, and more.
“We were in Lisbon for four days and in Paris four days and this was the best of all the tours! If you want to learn about the Knights Templars, their history and the myths that surround them, Joao will take you from fact to fiction and everything in between! He’s funny, intelligent and will keep you on your toes! Highly recommended!”
Knights Templar day trip from Lisbon to Almourol Castle and Tomar, guided at the Convent of Christ with skip-the-line access.
“Highly recommended day trip from Lisbon though the van/car was a bit of a squash for all the adults. Really interesting history.”
Private guided tour in Tomar to the UNESCO Convent of Christ, with Templar stories, the Charola, and the Capitulo window.
“Sara was an excellent guide. She made the Tour very lively and interaktive. One fehlt that She Lobes her country, history and bworing with people. Well Döner! In ca only recommend the Tour with her. The two hours did Not feel long at All.”
Day trip from Lisbon to Templar Tomar, the Convent of Christ, and a boat ride to Almourol Castle. Small groups, guided history, big views.
“The trip was very interesting. The history and natural beauty of the place are very worth the visit. This was my third trip to Portugal and I was looking for day trips from Lisbon to places that I have not seen before. Tomas was a great choice.”
Visit Tomar’s UNESCO Convent of Christ with Templar Castle, Manueline convent cloisters, Charola temple, and the Pegões Aqueduct engineering feat.
“mark's a fab storyteller. put the history together well. good coverage of high points & leaves you at the convent”
Private Knights Templar day trip from Lisbon to Tomar and Almourol Castle, with UNESCO sights, included Convent of Christ ticket, and hotel pickup.
“Good stop at the castle of Almourol - very nice and interesting place. The village of Tomar - nothing special. Finally, the fantastic monastery and castle in Tomar were closed due to strike, so we could not visit them - what disappointed us very much.”
Private 8-hour tour linking Tomar, Batalha, and Alcobaça monasteries with hotel pickup, a live guide, and UNESCO stories for all ages.
“Vera was so warm and accommodating. She was very knowledgeable about the monasteries and really shared her love and contagious awe with us. Never felt rushed. Always asking how it was going. Best tour we’ve ever had and worth every penny with Vera.”
A small-group medieval day trip from Lisbon to Tomar, Batalha, Alcobaça, and Óbidos with UNESCO monasteries and ginjinha.
“We had an amazing day visiting Tomar, Batalha, Alcobaça, and Óbidos! Our guide, Hugo, shared a lot of history and so many interesting stories about the region and the historical places we visited. It was a long day, but a very fun one. We all loved the restaurant Hugo suggested. The food was delicious, and the restaurant staff were all very kind, gracious, and friendly. We will definitely book another tour with the Guru Guide on our next visit to Portugal!”
A private Knights Templar day trip from Lisbon to Dornes, Tomar, and Almourol, mixing UNESCO sights, myth-busting, and great guiding.
“A great day with our guide Daniel! While Convento de Cristo was the highlight, it was nice to also visit Dornes and Almoural to complete our Templar tour. A very good day with a knowledgeable guide. Thank you Daniel!”
Walk Tomar’s Templar trail with castle walls views, a quick synagogue visit, a ceramics studio stop, and optional Convent of Christ entry.
“Fantastic. Mark was very informative with a wonderful sense of humor. We received a bonus by meeting Jo. We recommend Mark as an excellent guide.”
Private tour from Lisbon to Óbidos, Tomar, Nazare and Batalha, covering UNESCO sites and Roman legacy with a local guide.
“This tour was the highlight of our trip. César created the perfect day for us. He was kind, knowledgeable, and went out of his way to make the day enjoyable. He gave great tips of how to make the most of our site visits. His vehicle was extremely comfortable and in pristine condition. If you’re thinking about this tour, do not hesitate to do it. It is worth it”
Private UNESCO day tour from Coimbra or Tomar to the Convent of Christ, Batalha Monastery, and Alcobaça, with hotel pickup and guide.
Small-group day trip from Lisbon to Tomar, UNESCO Convent of Christ, Almourol Castle, and Templar streets. Skip the ticket line.
“The covenant of Christ for sure! The Almoural castle was also worthwhile. Surprised more people are not very aware of this tour??”
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