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Discover the secret history of the Knights Templar in Portugal on a small-group tour from Lisbon to the cities of Constancia and Tomar. You'll learn the history of the Templars as you explore Almourol Castle, the Convent of Christ, and other fascinating Knights Templar sites that offer a unique perspective on the Christian knightly order.
You won't have to worry about making your own way there instead, you'll sit back and relax in a Wi-Fi equipped Van and enjoy the scenery along the journey.
Along the way the driver guide will explain all the details of the tour to the door of each monument and a brief explanation of each monument will be given.
The guide does not enter the monuments.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The Driver will be waiting for you, with a sign with your name.
Pick-up: In front of Hotel Fenix
Itinerary
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Almourol Castle is located in the parish of Praia do Ribatejo, municipality of Vila Nova da Barquinha, district of Santarém, in Portugal, although its location is often attributed to Tancos, as it is the closest town and from where it can be seen best. . Built on a granite outcrop 18 meters above water level, on a small island 310 meters long and 75 meters wide, in the middle course of the Tagus River, slightly below its confluence with the Zêzere River, at the time of the Reconquista it was part of the so-called Tagus Line, currently the Templar Tourism Region. It constitutes one of the most representative examples of military architecture of the time, simultaneously evoking the beginnings of the kingdom of Portugal and the Order of the Templars, an association that reinforces its aura of mystery and romanticism. With the extinction of the Order of the Temple, the castle of Almourol became part of the heritage of the Order of Christ (which was the successor in Portugal to the Order of the Templars).
2 hours • Admission ticket not included -
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The Convent of Christ (12th century – 18th century) is the name given to a group of historic buildings located in the parish of São João Baptista, city of Tomar, Portugal. The beginning of its construction dates back to 1160 and is closely linked to the beginnings of the Kingdom of Portugal and the role then played by the Order of the Templars, where it had its Portuguese headquarters, having subsequently been reconfigured and expanded by the heir Order of Christ.
3 hours • Admission ticket not included -
3
The Church of Santa Maria dos Olivais, also referred to as the Church of Santa Maria do Olival, is located on the left bank of the Nabão River, in the parish of Tomar (São João Baptista) and Santa Maria dos Olivais, in the city of Tomar, Portugal. [1] Built in the 12th century, it was the headquarters of the Templar Order in the country, having served as a pantheon of the Order's masters. Classified as a National Monument since 1910,[1] it is one of the most emblematic examples of Gothic art in Portugal.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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