The Knights of The Temple Trip
Fortifications in Ourém, Tomar and Almourol! • 10h
Immerse in Portugal’s fascinating Templar history during this private day trip from Lisbon. Travel to the fortifications in Ourém, Tomar, and Almourol to learn about the history and legends surrounding this Order while in Portugal!
Rates
From €50 per person (All Ages)
Tour can take up to 14 people.
Prices change according to the number of people in the group.
Duration
10 hours
Physical level
Challenging
Über uns
Start the day being picked up in Lisbon, where the driver will meet you in the morning. Set off for three significant historical monuments built by the Templars, also known as Knights Templars, Poor Fellow-Soldiers of Christ, or the Temple of Solomon.
Head about 2 hours outside of the city to the town of Ourém, home to a historic medieval castle. After spending time exploring the castle, get back in the car for a 45-minute drive to nearby Tomar. Here, visit the picturesque Aqueduct of Pegões as well as the historic Christ Convent and Castle.
The Christ Convent was headquarters to the Knights for centuries and it’s a magnificent piece of Architecture – an overlay of different architectural periods – that granted it the UNESCO classification of World Heritage.
Hop back in the car for a short trip to beautiful Almourol Castle that visitors can visit during the summer months – once it is only accessible after a short boat ride. Built on a small island in the middle of the river – this was an important settlement during its time and despite its petite construction.
After exploring the grounds, return to the car and head back to Lisbon, where you’ll be dropped.
What’s included?
- Bottled water
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- Privatreise
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan or by private vehicle
Exclusions
- Meals
- Gratuities
- Guided tours inside monuments and Entry/Admission (Christ Convent)
- Personal expenses
Please note
- Infant seats available
- Boat trip to Almourol may be suspended due to lack of river safety for sails
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- River crossing at the Castle will depend on river conditions
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
- This experience operates in all weather conditions (dress appropriately) as long as safety is secured. However, it may be canceled due to extreme weather conditions. If so, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- Delayed departures may result in partial or total cancellation of tour and you will not be entitled to a refund.
- Duration of tour may vary according to weather conditions and traffic impact
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate