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Templar Tours - Private Five Star Tours of Tomar's Templar sites.
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Uncover the True Legacy of the Knights Templar in Tomar!
Join us on a journey through the Templar stronghold of Tomar, where history and mystery collide. Explore the Convent of Christ, a UNESCO site, with its iconic Charola (Templar Rotunda), stunning Manueline architecture, and hidden Order of Christ symbols. Learn about the 1190 Almohad siege, the Templars’ transformation, and their role in Portugal’s Age of Exploration.
Visit Santa Maria do Olival, the burial site of Templar Masters, and stroll through medieval streets where knights once walked. Marvel at the Aqueduct of Pegões, an engineering wonder. Along the way, we separate fact from myth, revealing the true Templar story.
Whether you're a history lover or a curious traveller, this immersive experience will bring the past to life. Book now and step into the world of the Templars!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
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Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Thomar Boutique Hotel
Rua de Santa Iria n0 14 Tomar Portugal
Residencial Uniao
Rua Serpa Pinto 94, Tomar Portugal
Vila Gale Collection Tomar
Rua Santa Iria, 8 Tomar Portugal
Hotel Republica
Praca Da Republica 41 Tomar Portugal
Residencial Luz
Rua Serpa Pinto 144, Tomar Portugal
Casa Dos Oficios Hotel
R. Da Silva Magalhaes 71 Tomar Portugal
Hotel dos Templarios
Largo Candido dos Reis N01, Tomar Portugal
Hotel Residencial Trovador
Rua 10 de Agosto de 1385, Tomar Portugal
Estalagem Santa Iria Hotel & Spa
Rua Parque do Mouchao, Tomar Portugal
What To Expect
Discover the rich history of the Templar Knights in Tomar with our expert-guided tour! Walk through the legendary Convent of Christ, a UNESCO World Heritage site and former Templar stronghold, where you'll explore the stunning Manueline church, the Charola (Templar Rotunda), and the mystical cloisters. Learn about the 1190 Almohad siege, the transformation of the Templars into the Order of Christ, and their crucial role in Portuguese exploration. Stroll through Tomar’s medieval streets, visit the Church of Santa Maria do Olival, the Templars' former headquarters, and admire the Aqueduct of Pegões, an engineering marvel. Along the way, we separate fact from fiction, uncovering the real history behind the myths. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply curious about the mysteries of the Templars, this tour offers an unforgettable journey through Tomar’s past!
Igreja de Santa Maria dos Olivais
Step into history at Santa Maria do Olival, a hidden gem in Tomar with deep connections to the Knights Templar. Built in the 12th century as their spiritual headquarters, this Gothic church served as the burial site for Templar masters, including Gualdim Pais, the founder of Tomar. Admire its elegant yet simple façade, the striking rose window, and the unique detached bell tower, once used as a watchtower. Inside, discover centuries-old tombs, intricate azulejo tiles, and a peaceful atmosphere that echoes the Templars’ legacy. Later, the church became a key site for the Order of Christ, continuing the Templar mission during Portugal’s Age of Exploration. Standing on the banks of the Nabão River, Santa Maria do Olival is not just a historic monument—it’s a testament to Tomar’s enduring connection to the Templars and their influence on Portugal’s destiny. A must-visit for history lovers!
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Templar Tours - Private Five Star Tours of Tomar's Templar sites.
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Reviews
22 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A fabulous private tour of the Convent and Tomar
Sherpa05191187147,
Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Darren is a brilliant guide. He took us to the obvious wonderful places in the Convent but also some hidden corners. He’s truly expert in the history of the Knights Templar, Tomar and Portugal. He’s truly expert carefully distinguishes between myth and provable facts, so one can understand the stories but also what is historically accurate. All told, a fabulous private tour!
A masterful encyclopaedic tour of many templar sites with much information given in a highly digestible format
Kim G,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00How lucky to have found the knowledgable Darren, who brought the world of the Templars alive. Tomar is the entrance and the very place to start the journey. Thank you for conveying much of your passion.
Sauniere Society Portugal 2025. Large group of medieval history enthusiast friends.
JBmoon89,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We are a large group of medieval history enthusiast friends who holiday together, with a wide range of ages and equally wide range of mobility issues. Darren helped us in advance of our week-long trip to Portugal by supporting our planning for Tomar and our transfers to and from Lisbon. Darren assisted us in choosing restaurants, transport, and places to visit. Darren repeatedly went beyond our expectations, for example, organising a birthday cake for one of our knights. We were already quite knowledgeable about Templars, and Darren's in-depth knowledge about Tomar and the region's churches and castles really made the holiday just right for us. We recommend Darren's Templar tours, whether you know nothing about the Templars and want to learn, or you are a Medieval history academic looking to see the sites you've studied. Darren fit in completely with our group and was very adept and patient at adapting to our needs. To ‘sum up’, Darren provided a unique Tomar Templar guided experience. The images and video are a visual experience of our visit to Tomar. On behalf of the Sauniere Society Portugal 2025 (Hamilton, Alys, and Jayne), we send a knightly thank-you to Darren at Templar Knights Tours.
Great Experience
mkondolaborie,
Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Darren is very knowledgeable. Explain in details every single detail of the monuments. respectful and respect the tourist pace.
Knights Templar in ONE Encapsulating Tour
F2621UXpatrickb,
Oct 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Darren provided a capsulating narrative of the Knights Templar in Portugal with special focus on Tomar. The tour was personalized to our walking needs and captured the essence of of the Templars. Darren is a wealth of historical facts and myths plus adds some knowledge only.a person with several.years of research on-site could acquire. My wife and I highly recommend Darren to anyone wishing for a relaxed and insightful tour of Tomar's history.
Excellent
terrydE7369KP,
Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Darren was extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic student of the history of Knights Templar. Highly recommend Darren’s services and again, appreciate what private tours offer as a far better experience than large group tours.
Convento de Cristo e Templários
CarolinaRosaGomes,
Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Darren picked us up at the hotel, right on time. The tour of the Covent was Christ was full of history and insightful. We would have been lost without Darren s knowledge. We highly recommend it.
Above and beyond.
627saral,
Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Darren is an amazing guide. His knowledge of the Knights Templar is extensive and he knows locations off the beaten track. He went out of his way to source eateries and transport, even when it wasn't part of his tour package. Hes also a really nice chap.I will book him again for next year.
Trip of a lifetime. Couldn't possibly be better.
H3498CMandyb,
Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was the trip of a lifetime, all thanks to Darren. He is highly knowledgeable, very accomodating and best of all ....excellent company. I will be back.
Tomar Tour
Kim B,
Sep 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great and interesting tour. Lots of good info. Ready for next time and to crack the Grael code! Super helpful and tolerant of our diverse group!
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