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This is a story driven private experience focused on the Knights Templar and the hidden symbols of medieval Portugal.
Instead of a rushed checklist of monuments, the tour follows a clear narrative from the Battle of Aljubarrota to the secret world of Tomar, combining UNESCO sites, exclusive historical context, and a calm pace with time to explore.
Led by a licensed local guide, this experience is designed for travelers who want depth, meaning, and a cinematic understanding of Portugal’s Templar legacy.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We will pick you up in private air-conditioned car at desired location. The driver/guide will
be waiting at the hotel entrance (or given address) with a sign that says “Discover
Portugal Tours”.
Itinerary
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1Batalha Monastery
You will explore the interior of the Batalha Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the most important Gothic monuments in Portugal. Inside, you will visit the main church and royal tombs, learn the story behind its construction after the Battle of Aljubarrota, walk through the cloisters, and finish at the famous Unfinished Chapels, open to the sky and considered one of the most iconic symbols of Portuguese history.
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Convento de Cristo
You will step inside the Convent of Christ in Tomar, the former headquarters of the Knights Templar in Portugal. You will explore the unique Charola, the circular Templar sanctuary, discover secret symbols and sacred geometry, admire the famous Manueline Window, and walk through the fortress and cloisters while learning how the Templars evolved into the Order of Christ and shaped Portuguese history.
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3Castelo de Tomar
You will explore the medieval Castle of Tomar, the original Templar fortress that protected the Convent of Christ. Walking along the castle walls and towers, you will learn how the Knights Templar designed the defensive system, controlled the surrounding territory, and established Tomar as their strategic headquarters in Portugal, with panoramic views over the town and countryside.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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