Tour of the Knights Templar's of Tomar
Description
With a guide visiting each place a revival of the past trying to understand the past, present and who knows even future importance of the Templar's in Portugal, from it on our Templar Tour. Also understand the importance of this important religious Order in the future Country Portugal and also the importance that Portugal had for the growth of the Order. Carried out in our company, on our tour in a comfortable and 100% flexible way.
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Itinerary
We start our Templar Tour with a visit to the Castle of Almourol located on a small island already inhabited at the time of Roman occupation of the peninsula, later by the Templars, a small Castle built in the middle of the Tagus River, all for protection reasons of course.
Perhaps the first seat of the Order of the Temple, a transition from the Romanesque style to the Gothic, on the facade a large rosette with the mark of the Knights templar, the Signum Salomonis. In this church the funerary monuments of Guladim Pais, founder of the city, and other Grand Masters of the Order, a Church that seems smaller than in reality is once it is buried two meters below the ground.
Known internationally as the city of the Templars, in Tomar we will find testimonies of its influence, namely the Mata dos Sete Montes where according to tradition initiated rituals, and templar marks throughout the city which demonstrates the importance and pride of this city for this fantastic military order.
Portugal was for centuries the European oasis of peaceful cohabitation between Christians, Muslims and Jews, the Tomar Synagogue, founded in the mid-19th century. XV, right in the center of the city, is the pretext for a review of this excellent relationship
Then we continue our Templar Tour towards Tomar beginning the visit to the Templar Castle / Convent of Christ was the seat of the Order of the Temple until 1314, and the Order of Christ, from 1357. From the castle (1160) is part of the octagonal tray (late 12th century), Romanesque sanctuary of oriental influence.
Tomar Castle
But before returning to Lisbon, we visited an aqueduct that supplied water to the castle / Convent of Christ, located 6 kms from Tomar, the Pegões Aqueduct is an excellent architectural work of the 16th century.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up and drop off at the hotel, apartment, Porto de Cruzeiros.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(151)
This was a great day exploring. Anastasia was a fantastic host explaining so many interesting things about the knights and about life in general in Portugal. We loved the personal service of picking us up and dropping us off at our location. Would totally recommend this experience for anyone interested in knights. My husband thoroughly enjoyed seeing all the castles! Thank you so much Anastasia!!
Dear Friends!! Thank you very much for your kind words and very happy did love our day. Hope to see again for amazing day!! Cheers João e Anastasiya. Muito obrigado e até a próxima !!!
Anastasia was extremely knowledgeable. She did a great job and we thoroughly enjoyed our day with her. Highly recommended for anyone interested in this part of history.
Dear Friends!! Thank you very much for your kind words and very happy did love our day. Hope to see again for amazing day!! Cheers João e Anastasiya. Muito obrigado e até a próxima !!!
As passionate lovers of history—especially medieval history—our expectations for this tour were extremely high. We hoped for an immersive experience, but João did far more than meet our expectations: he exceeded them in every possible way. The logistics were flawless, making the entire day effortless and enjoyable. The tour itself was absolutely fascinating. João brought the history of the Knights Templar and the Order of Christ to life through detailed explanations, captivating stories, and an extraordinary depth of knowledge. He patiently answered all of our questions—and there were many!—with enthusiasm, expertise, and kindness. His time management was excellent. The day was perfectly organized, yet we never felt rushed. At every stop, João gave us the freedom to explore at our own pace while ensuring we experienced everything that made Tomar and Almurol so special. If all of that were not enough, João is an exceptionally kind, courteous, and thoughtful person. The photograph I am sharing here, showing him helping my mother down a staircase, speaks volumes about the impression he left on us: intelligent, hospitable, attentive, and genuinely caring. João, thank you for giving us one of the best tours of our lives. We left Tomar with a much deeper appreciation for Portuguese history and with memories that we will treasure . I strongly encourage anyone interested in history, culture, or the legacy of the Templars to book this tour. It is an unforgettable experience, and João is simply an outstanding guide
Dear Friends!! Thank you very much for your kind words and very happy did love our day. Hope to see again for amazing day!! Cheers João e Anastasiya. Muito obrigado e até a próxima !!!
Anastasia , our guide , was a delight to spend the day exploring the Knights Templar history. Her knowledge and friendly demeanor made it that much more enjoyable . Many thanks and appreciation to Anastasia for a wonderful experience .
Dear Friend. Thank you very much for your kind words and very happy did love our day. Hope to see again for amazing day!! Cheers João e Anastasiya.
Anastasia was a wonderful guide who shared so many fun facts and had such extensive knowledge on all of our location. She made our trip absolutely fascinating and i would highly recommend her for anyone curious to learn more !
Dear Friend. Thank you very much for your kind words and very happy did love our day. Hope to see again for amazing day!! Cheers João e Anastasiya.
Anastasia was a fabulous guide. She was incredibly knowledgeable about Tomar, the Templars and even gave us lots of great info and tips about Lisbon. We had a wonderful day!
Dear Friend. Thank you very much for your kind words and very happy did love our day. Hope to see again for amazing day!! Cheers João e Anastasiya.
Anastasia was very knowledgeable had lots of information to share. Had the best place for lunch. A private tour is the best way to go.
Dear Friend. Thank you very much for your kind words and very happy did love our day. Hope to see again for amazing day!! Cheers João e Anastasiya.
Long drive from Lisbon but was made good by the excellent commentary by our guide. She was very knowledgeable about the area and had almost no detectable accent in her American English. She was very patient with our taking pictures along the way.
Dear Friend. Thank you very much for your kind words and very happy did love our day. Hope to see again for amazing day!! Cheers João e Anastasiya.
Our tour guide Anastácia was excellent. She had a deep knowledge of everything we saw. She was a pleasant person to spend the day with and I would book another tour with her again.
Dear Friend. Thank you very much for your kind words and very happy did love our day. Hope to see again for amazing day!! Cheers João e Anastasiya.
We booked a private tour to Tomar and lucked out with Jao as our guide! He was super enthusiastic, pointed out the coolest details and knew all the best photo spots. Highly recommend!
Dear Friend. Thank you very much for your kind words and very happy did love our day. Hope to see again for amazing day!! Cheers João e Anastasiya.
