Some stories can't be read, they can be lived. This private tour of the Route of the Knights Templar offers you an intense and personalised journey into the heart of one of the most fascinating chapters in Portugal's history.
It starts with pick-up at the location of your choice in Lisbon, with no stress, plenty of time and a guide dedicated exclusively to your group. The first stop is Tomar, a city closely linked to the Order of the Knights Templar since the 12th century.
At the top, the Convent of Christ dominates the landscape. This monument is more than a monastery - it's a declaration of spiritual, military and artistic power. With details ranging from Romanesque to Manueline, it offers a profound insight into the transitions of Portuguese history and of the order itself.
This is followed by the Church of Santa Maria do Olival, the burial place of Templar knights, and then the Church of São João Batista, with its Gothic façade and symbolic features linked to the Templar tradition.
The journey continues to the legendary Almourol Castle, isolated on a small island in the middle of the Tagus. This fortress is one of Portugal's most iconic settings, and to visit the castle is to feel the weight of time and the silence of history.
This private tour with a local guide is designed for those who want to do more than see monuments - it's for those who want to understand, feel and connect the dots. Perfect for travellers with a passion for history, symbolism and meaningful experiences.
Highlights
- Visit the Convent of Christ, living legacy of the Templars
- Discover the Templar necropolis in the Olival Church
- Explore Almourol Castle on an island in the Tagus River
- Learn the true history of the Order of the Templars
- Travel in comfort with your own pick-up and guide
Itinerary
The activity will start at a point of your choice.
Rising from an island in the middle of the Tagus River, Almourol Castle is one of Portugal’s most iconic medieval monuments. A former Templar stronghold, it offers a magical and historic setting.
Located in Tomar, the Convent of Christ is a masterpiece of Manueline architecture and one of Portugal’s most fascinating monuments. Once the headquarters of the Knights Templar, it’s rich in history and mystery.
Known as the mother church of the Knights Templar in Portugal, Santa Maria dos Olivais is a sacred place with a unique atmosphere. It’s the resting place of Templar masters and a key site in Tomar’s history.
The activity will end at the chosen drop-off point.
Details
1 pax min.
- Wheelchair users
- Pregnant women
- People with respiratory, cardiac and/or physical problems
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity. Cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance are non-refundable.
Meeting Points
On private tours, we offer a pick-up and drop-off service at the location of your choice within the Lisbon region.
Pick-up time is 08h30 by default. However, this time may vary depending on the location of your hotel or meeting point. If there is any change, you will be informed in advance.
FAQs
To make a booking, simply choose the day you want to do the activity and fill in the rest of the form. Your booking will be confirmed immediately.
For our private tours, pick-up and drop-off will be at a location of your choice within the Lisbon region.
If you haven’t chosen a location yet, we’ll be happy to suggest a convenient meeting point.
All our tours require a minimum of 2 participants to run. If the minimum is not met, we may need to reschedule or cancel the tour. In such cases, you will always be notified in advance.
