Tomar, The Legend of the Knights Templar

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(2 reviews) Lisbon, Portugal

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8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Portuguese and 4 more

Tomar, the medieval city of 1160 and the legend of the Templars.
On the “Tomar” tour, the traveler takes an unbelievable trip back in time, delighting himself with the famous Convento de Cristo (12th Century), which includes the enigmatic “Oratório dos Templários” called “Charola” templária, the medieval drawings reproducing São Cristóvão, symbolizing the passage of earthly life to the afterlife, as well as the Chapter Window, considered by many to be the most beautiful in Portugal.
The Knights Templar (or Knights of the Temple of Solomon) came to Portugal in 1128. In 1159 they received from King D. Afonso Henriques, for their participation in the conquests of Santarém and Lisbon (1147), a vast territory. This tour also includes a visit to the historic Aqueduct of Pegões. In 1593 D. Filipe I (Filipe II of Spain) ordered the aqueduct to be built in order to supply the Convento de Cristo; as well as the passage through the medieval castle of Almourol (1171), an important landmark in the Christian reconquest.

What's Included

Private Tour Guide
Tip

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will pick you up at your hotel

OR
Meeting point

In front of the Hard Rock Cafe

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Visit to Tomar where we will explore the history of the Knights Templar

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Visit to Pegões

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Contemplation of the mediaeval constellation of Almourol (1171 important milestone of the Christian reconquest)

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Olá Viva Lisboa!

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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