The Last Redoubt of Knights Templar - Guided Tour
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The Last Redoubt of Knights Templar - Guided Tour

8 days
About this activity
DAY 1 - Arrival
DAY 2 - Tomar
Full day visit to Tomar with a morning introductory walk in the centre passing the main monuments and points of interest. The day will be partly guided to give a full background to the buildings and history of Tomar however there will be free time to enjoy & soak up the atmosphere of this special town. 
DAY 3 - Serra de Aires Natural Park
Visit the Serra de Aires Natural Park. This range of limestone hills is home to fantastic cave formations - visit the best. In the afternoon walk trails down the valley below the caves taking us through quaint villages, shady paths and superb scenery as the valley opens out.
DAY 4 -Tejo Valley
Visit to the valley of the river Tejo and the hauntingly beautiful castle of Almourol. Walk from the riverside village of Vila Nova de Barquinha and follow the river to the village of Tancos where a traditional boat will ferry us to the castle on its island in the river. 
DAY 5- Batalha Abbey & Alcobaça Abbey
Trip to Batalha Abbey, a World Heritage site and one of Europe’s greatest Gothic masterpieces. After lunch visit the world heritage site of the 12th century Abbey of Alcobaça, originally given to St Bernard of Clairvaux the founder of the Knights Templar and the burial site of Portugal’s most famous royal lovers. 
DAY 6 - North of Tomar
The beautiful River Nabão is named after the ancient goddess of rivers and water. Walk follows the margins of the river north of Tomar and, at times, our route coincides with the Portuguese Caminho de Santiago. Later refresh with a visit to a nearby winery to taste some of the delicious Ribatejo wines.
DAY 7 - Ourém
Visit Ourém. This remarkable hilltop village nestled within ancient walls is topped with a dramatic castle whose origins go back to Moorish times. Guided tour of the village and castle after which time to relax in the local café and enjoy the views over the immense landscapes below.
DAY 8 - Departure
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Included
  • Accommodation:
  • The Hotel: Hotel dos templários **** (or similar)
  • 7 nights in a twin room (4 stars hotel)
  • Single supplement applied in single rooms
  • Guide:
  • All guided tours
  • Meals:
  • 7 Dinners taken in local restaurants with drinks included. We are always able to cater for vegetarian or other special diets (Lunches can be bought from local shops)
  • 7 buffet breakfasts at the Hotel.
  • Transport:
  • Tranfers from Lisbon airport at 12 a.m on first day
  • Tranfers from the Hotel to Lisbon airport at 12 a.m. on last day
  • All land travel (as outlined)
  • Dedicated driver and guide
  • Other:
  • All visits - Batalha Abbey, Alcobaça Abbey, Mira de Aires Caves
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
Not included
  • Any services not listed as included
  • Flights to and from Portugal
  • Meals, tips/gratuities, baggage or personal insurance (except as outlined)
  • Admission fees to castles & attractions or events (except as outlined)
  • Personal expenses
  • Supplements
  • Guide services inside monuments
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Each day breakfast will be taken in the Hotel before leaving for the day’s program.We will usually leave the Hotel between 9.00 am and 9.30am.On our return to the Hotel each day we will have time to relax and change before dinner wich is usually taken at 7.30pm.Each evening the guide will give a preview of the next day's program.Day's programs is subject to alteration due to weather and local conditions.
  • Minimum age is 18 years
  • The land only option allows you to book your own transport to and from the holiday. You will normally meet the group at the arrival airport at 12 a.m as long as you arrive there no later than the group. Similarly, on the way home you can return to the airport with the group as long as your departure time is no earlier than that of the group.
  • This guided tour already includes a transfer departing from Lisbon airport at 12 a.m. on arrival day and returning to Lisbon Airport at 12 a.m. on last day If none of this option suits you, please add to your booking a transfer that does. You can also rent a car.
  • If you wish to stay more nights, just send us an email with your request.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Tourism
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Cultural
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