Tomar and Mafra Small Group Tour from Lisbon

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9 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 2 more

Escape the beaten track and discover a fortress of the Knights Templar and one of the largest royal palaces in Portugal. In Tomar, be surprised by the 12th century Convent of Christ and its relationship with Portuguese history. Have free time to have lunch in the beautiful city of Tomar. Explore the huge royal palace in Mafra with its many rooms and secrets.

Children from 0 to 7 years old are free

What's Included

Bottled water
WiFi on board
Air-conditioned vehicle
Entrance not included Convent of Christ and Palace of Mafra

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Pick-up in front of the Hotel Fenix Marques de Pombal

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    We begin the tour by heading north to Tomar through the Ribatejo farmland. In Tomar, we visit the Convent of Christ, originally built by the Knights Templar, and explore its Templar castle, the Romanesque round, the Manueline church, the Renaissance convent and the monastic precincts (ticket included). Let us learn how the Knights Templar originated the Order of Christ and how this new order became fundamental in the Age of Portuguese Discoveries. This convent was partially forgotten until it became today's UNESCO World Heritage Site.

    2 hours • Admission ticket not included
  • 2

    We continue to have lunch in the beautiful city of Tomar, with the beautiful river Nabão crossing the city. After hearing about the city's Jewish heritage and exploring its narrow streets full of history, we stop for free lunch, where you can enjoy a meal of traditional Portuguese food in one of its many restaurants (meal not included in the price). ).

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    After lunch we will return to the car and return to the city of Mafra. There we will marvel at the scale of the sumptuous Mafra National Palace, with its 220-meter façade, 1200 rooms and 4700 doors and windows. We will have free time to explore the many rooms without losing the infirmary and the large library with its bat colony, which protect books from harmful insects. Learn how the palace played an important role in ending the Portuguese monarchy. If time permits, enjoy a traditional sweet in a typical pastry (not included) before returning to Lisbon.

    2 hours • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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