Private Tour to Tomar, Almourol Castle and the Templars

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9 to 10 hours (approximately)
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Offered in: Portuguese and 1 more

Board a small boat to visit the medieval Almourol Castle located on a Tagus River islet.
Visit the amazing Convent of Christ, a world heritage site. It was the headquarter in Portugal of the Knights Templar. It presents amazing medieval architecture and renaissance art along with many stories and legends of the Templars.
Walk down to Tomar center to wander the streets, visit the beautiful manuelin Church and the old Synagogue.
When leaving Tomar, step on the old Aqueduct that provided water to the Convent and enjoy the monumental view.

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Almourol Castle - admission ticket (boat ride) 5€
Christ Convent - admission ticket 10€

Meeting and pickup

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

Total duration of the Tour includes 3 hours of driving time.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 to 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Almourol Castle was taken to the moors in 1129 and given to the Templars. It became then an important piece of the defensive line of the Tejo river. It looks magnificent in the river island. The visit is done by a small boat ride from the north bank.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 2

    When Tomar was conquered to the moors it was given to the Templar Order in 1159. Visit the medieval castle and the Convent of Christ inside the castle walls. The Convent features “Charola”, a round chapel from the 12th century which is a medieval art masterpiece. It also features a famous Manuelin (king Manuel I) architecture window from a later period. The whole complex is classified as World Heritage by UNESCO.

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 3

    Tomar old town is a medieval urban area with cross shaped streets looking up to the castle hill. The old 15th century synagogue is a great example of the jewish presence until the early 16th century expulsion order by king D.Manuel I. The Church of São João Baptista is a highlight of Tomar situated in Praça da República always with the imposing castle above. Taste the local pastries in the coffe shops.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 4

    The old 15th century synagogue is a great example of the jewish presence until the early 16th century expulsion order by king D.Manuel I. Also visiting the new Abraham Zacuto Museum, next to the synagogue.

    1 hour Admission ticket free

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
Supplied by EpiTravels Portugal

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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Historical Tours
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Culture
Shore Excursions
Port Pickup

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