🏨 Tomar: Convent of Christ, Templar Knights History and Almourol Activity

Tomar: Convent of Christ, Templar Knights History and Almourol

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Duration: 8 hours

Departs: Lisbon, Lisbon

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance.

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Overview

Tomar and its unique Convent of Christ (a UNESCO World Heritage site) have a special place in world history and lots of stories, art, and architecture that you don’t want to miss.

This charming medieval town in central Portugal unexpectedly became the unofficial new headquarters of the legendary and powerful Knights Templars, shortly after they were disbanded on the orders of the Vatican, in the 14th century. They were rebranded the “Order of Christ” and, eventually, one of its Grand Masters became pivotal to the Age of Discoveries: his name was Henry the Navigator. Later on, in 1581, the Convent of Christ was the stage for the creation of the Iberian Union sealing the formation of the biggest empire in the World at the time.

We will take you through the Convent of Christ and the Castle of Tomar, show you the Jewish synagogue, give you a flavor of the charming modern-day Tomar and take you to the most photo-friendly Castle of Almourol, located on a tiny island on Tagus River.

What's Included

Bottled water

Food tasting

Live commentary on board

Local guide

Transport by air-conditioned minivan

What's Not Included

Food and drinks, unless specified

Lunch

Traveler Information

CHILD: Age: 0 - 8
ADULT: Age: 18 - 85

Additional Info

COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Not Included:
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Not Included:
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

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.

Experience may be cancelled due to Insufficient travelers
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

What To Expect

Aqueduto dos Pegoes

You will see a fabulous aqueduct from the 17th century (roman influence)

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Convento de Cristo

Are you prepared to visit the Templar head base in Portugal? This medieval spot is waiting to be conquered by yoy!

1 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Synagogue of Tomar

The Tomar Synagogue is the only proto-Renaissance Hebrew temple in our country. The quadrangular plan and the vaulted ceiling, resting on columns and inlaid consoles, reveal eastern influences. It was built in the 15th century

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Tomar

Lunch time

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Castelo de Almourol

A castle in a island? Yes! We will visit a medieval castle that was builded in a island at the Tagus river! This was a former Templar Knight defensive castle, and we have to take a boat to get there.

1 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

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