Tomar and Almourol Knights Templar Day Private Tour from Lisbon
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Is Tomar and Almourol Knights Templar Day Private Tour from Lisbon worth booking?
Tomar and Almourol Knights Templar Day Private Tour from Lisbon is a 8-hour experience in Lisbon, Portugal, from $114 per person. It scores 65 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 7 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 65 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (7)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $114 per person
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. Totally hassle-free
What you get
About this experience
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. 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? - 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.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- Onboard amenities like sweet and savory crackers, lolipops and chewing gum.
- Personal Injury Insurance
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Rainproof ponchos and sunscreen as needed
- Admission fees
- Entrance fees
- On-board WiFi
- Onboard mobile phone and tablet charging (USB-Micro; USB-C; and Lightning)
- Private transportation
- Onboard amenities for the little ones, such as paper, drawings coloring pens, puzzle games and toys.
- Fuel, tolls and parking expenses
- Entrance fees
- First Aid Kit and Tour Guide with CPR and First Aid certification.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (anywhere in the Greater Lisbon area)
- Entrance fees
- All Fees and Taxes
- Tour's GHG generated emissions 100% offset (eco-Tour)
- Child and infant car seats if required
Not included
- Gratuities
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
Lisbon
Depart from anywhere in the Greater Lisbon area on this no-rush private tour. Our journey begins towards Tomar, the greatest home of Templar history in Portugal. A comfortable 90-minute highway ride awaits you and this will be the longest drive of the day. No worries, there's always room for a rest stop. Let's go!
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Convento de Cristo
On arrival to Tomar we will visit its jewels, namely the Castle of Tomar and the Convent of Christ. As well as other beauties, you'll have the chance to see the Charola, which is one of the best of the rare examples of a circular church in the world, and to see the Janela do Capítulo window, which in the originality of its decorative work depicts in art the greatness of the kingdom of Portugal at the time of the Discoveries. As was the criterion for being classified as a World Heritage Site, the site had to be representative of a masterpiece of humanity's creative genius.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Tomar
We leave the castle and the convent and go to stroll and wind through some of the streets of the Historic Center of Tomar to discover more historical and Templar references, learn how the local community still vibrates with Templar culture and feel the pleasantness of the river and the picturesque corners of the town.
45 minutes here
Tomar
(OPTIONAL) It's lunchtime. Although it is not included in the tour program, we have set aside time in the program for it. We'll take care of these details once you've booked the tour.
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Castelo de Almourol
This is followed by a visit to the Templar castle of Almourol. And what an experience it will be. First you have to take a boat across the river to access and visit the castle, which is built on a rocky island in the riverbed. Don't worry, though. We'll take care of everything and the river trip is quick and pleasant. You can wander around the castle, climb the towers and walls and enjoy the beautiful views from high up. All this while learning about the history and importance of this castle in the construction of the kingdom of Portugal 900 years ago and over the centuries. Please note that the boat trip is not private and sometimes you have to wait a while, as the boat has a specific schedule.
75 minutes here · Admission included
(OPTIONAL) Before heading back to Lisbon, for the true fans of the mysticism of the Knights Templar, who want to learn even more about them and this era, we'll do a short detour and visit the Knights Templar Interpretive Center next. It will be worthwhile and we guarantee that at the end of the day you will have a full knowledge of this age of knights. This visit is optional yet ticket is included and you can decide whether or not to visit along the way. It's up to you. We're here for you.
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Lisbon
It's time to head back to Lisbon. The journey takes between 8 and 10 hours, depending on the optional visits you make and whether you decide to have lunch on site. As a matter of transparency, we would like to inform you that in addition to the added time of 4h00m hours given to the attractions listed in the itinerary, the remaining time announced refers to 4h00m hours for the total travel time. Consider 2 hours extra for the moments listed as lunchtime and optional visits. By the way... we'd like you to know that by choosing us you're choosing a free tour for children under 11 and a 100% sustainable car trip, as all GHG emissions generated are fully offset.
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- pt, en, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- The Amity Family Curious Experiences For Travelers
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- By choosing this private activity, you're choosing a free tour for children under 11 and 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.
- It is mandatory to book 1 seat per child, regardless of age and even if it is mentioned that it is free.
- Not recommended for small children unused to travelling by car (up to 1H between stops, up to 10H for the day).
- All the highlights of this tour are easily accessible. However, there may be some attractions with more limited accessibility.
- Not allowed to travel with non-folding wheelchairs or strollers.
- 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 and the optional visits you make.
- Primarily, but not guaranteed, this tour takes place in a Volvo SUV or a Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan.
- For reasons beyond the control of the Tour Operator, it reserves the right to alter or cancel any service without prior notice due to the impossibility of carrying it out. It further informs that in the event of impossibility of access, by road or on foot, to any site or impossibility of visit to any attraction listed in the itinerary, the customer will not be entitled to any refund.
- By booking this Activity: you acknowledge that photographs and videos may be taken during the Activity; you consent that these may be published by the Tour Operator, either online or offline; and you agree to waive any rights of ownership or earnings at any time over these records. If you do not accept this, simply inform the Tour Guide on arrival at the start of the Activity.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 7 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
7 verified traveler reviews for Tomar and Almourol Knights Templar Day Private Tour from Lisbon. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing Tour!
This tour rocks, 15 stars!!! We decided to choose a private tour after contemplating a small group tour that became unavailable against our schedule. After researching multiple tours and reading lots of reviews for six-months, we finally made a decision. While not knowing what our tour guide would be like, we were pleasantly surprised when we met Marco the morning of the tour. Marco has a wealth of knowledge on the history of the Knights Templar and their castles, which made the tour memorable by the engaging discussions. Another memorable detail during this tour was the break for lunch. Marco took us to a small restaurant in Tomar that was amazing. We went with the specials of the day local fare which were beyond delicious! That was when we discovered a great tasting locally produced olive oil. We convinced Marco to stop by a supermarket to purchase some on our way to Almourol. Can’t go wrong choosing this private tour which comes with a clean/comfortable air-conditioned modern vehicle. We were totally satisfied and would have Marco as tour guide the next time we’re in Lisbon. Marco is awesome… book this tour and ask for him!
Response from the operator: We’re speechless. What a review! We’re so happy to hear that this tour exceeded your expectations and that our guide, Marco, took it to another level. It was a pleasure having you on board. Thank you for your curiosity, your recommendation, and the 15 stars! 🤩
via Tripadvisor
We will return to Portugal for another outing with Marco.
I highly recommend Marco; we had a very enjoyable day filled with learning with friends. He is very knowledgeable in his field. He is a very endearing person; we maintain a friendly contact.
Response from the operator: Quel beau commentaire. Merci beaucoup. Enchanté de vous accueillir à bord et d'avoir eu l'occasion de vous faire découvrir l'histoire du Portugal. Merci beaucoup pour votre curiosité et pour votre recommandation.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
An unforgettable experience with Marco in Portugal!
We had an exceptional day with Marco in Portugal! An extremely professional, passionate, and engaging guide, with remarkable knowledge of the history of the Templars, which he shares with enthusiasm and authenticity. Thanks to him, we discovered beautiful places filled with culture, history, and beauty. An enriching and unforgettable experience that I highly recommend to anyone wishing to partake in a unique activity in Portugal. Thank you again, Marco, for this wonderful day!
Response from the operator: Quel beau commentaire ! Nous sommes ravis de savoir que ce fut une journée exceptionnelle. Ce fut un immense plaisir de vous accueillir à bord et de vous faire découvrir l'histoire des Templiers au Portugal, ainsi qu'un patrimoine unique, le tout ponctué d'une touche d'aventure ☺️ sur le fleuve. Merci pour votre curiosité et votre recommandation.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Tomar
We had a great time on this tour with Marco. He was very friendly and we learned a lot from him about the Templars and Portugal. His vehicle was very comfortable for 5 adults. He also provided water and snacks. We would love to take another tour with him if we had more time.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much. I'm glad to hear you had a great time. It was a pleasure to show you and your family around the Portuguese lands of the Knights Templar. Thank you for your curiosity and now for your recommendation.
via Tripadvisor
We had a great time. Our...
We had a great time. Our tour guide was friendly and knowledgable. We learned a lot about the Templars and Portugal. The vehicle was very comfortable for 4 adults. Snacks and water were provided. We would definitely book with this tour group again. Thank you Marco.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your comments. It was a pleasure to show you and your family around the Portuguese lands of the Knights Templar. Thank you for your curiosity and now for your recommendation.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $114 to $255
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 65
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Tomar and Almourol Knights Templar Day Private Tour from Lisbon: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Lisbon.
How much does Tomar and Almourol Knights Templar Day Private Tour from Lisbon cost?
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Prices start at $114 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Lisbon usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Tomar and Almourol Knights Templar Day Private Tour from Lisbon take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Lisbon is not rushed.
Is Tomar and Almourol Knights Templar Day Private Tour from Lisbon worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 65 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 7 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Lisbon, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Tomar and Almourol Knights Templar Day Private Tour from Lisbon?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Tomar and Almourol Knights Templar Day Private Tour from Lisbon suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Tomar and Almourol Knights Templar Day Private Tour from Lisbon?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Lisbon can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Lisbon and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Tomar and Almourol Knights Templar Day Private Tour from Lisbon start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Lisbon within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Lisbon?
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On Outty we rank every Lisbon experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Lisbon City Center Tour - The Unmissable Lisbon, Sintra Private Trip from Lisbon Customizable Dreamlike Experience, True 4Hour Private Tuk Tuk Tour: Discover Lisbon with a Local!. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Lisbon?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Lisbon?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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