From Lisbon: Templar Knights - Batalha and Tomar - Private Tour

5.0 (8 reviews) Lisbon, Portugal
Duration7h - 9h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Croatian, Serbian
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

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

  • Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel or accommodation.
  • Tickets: Batalha Monaster & Convento de Cristo and Castle in Tomar
  • Private Tour - Only for you. Fully customizable.
  • Official Licence RNAAT 567/2025 and Insurance Alianz
  • We will take photos for you and share them after the tour.
  • Transport with air-conditioned car.
  • Possible to arrange if needed.

What to expect

  1. Batalha Monastery
    1h 15m · Admission ticket included
    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.
  2. Convento de Cristo
    2h 30m · Admission ticket included
    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.
  3. Castelo de Tomar
    45m · Admission ticket included
    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.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

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”.

Additional information

  • 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

Cancellation policy

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

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