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Convent of Christ, Batalha and Alcobaça Monasteries Tour from Lisbon

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Discover the Great World Heritage Monasteries of Portugal in a private tour from Lisbon. Enjoy a guided visit inside the Monastery of Alcobaça, the Monastery of Batalha and the Convent of Christ in Tomar . Find out, with your guide, the centuries-old link between the Knights Templar and the Kingdom of Portugal.

  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Bottled water
  • Tickets Tomar + Batalha + Alcobaça Monasteries
  • Official guide (guided visit inside the monasteries)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private tour (just you and your guide)
  • Not included: Lunch

  1. You will visit the Monastery of Alcobaça, a 12th century Cister monastery, founded by the first Portuguese king, Afonso Henriques. Here you will also hear the true tragic love story of King Pedro I and Inês de Castro while you admire their tombs.

  2. This masterpiece of the Portuguese Gothic resulted from the fulfillment of a promise made by King João I in gratitude for the victory in the Battle of Aljubarrota against the kingdom of Castile (1385), which secured the throne and guaranteed the independence of Portugal.

  3. Visit the Knights Templar headquarter in Portugal, the Convent of Christ in Tomar. Here you will discover the centuries-old link between the Knights Templar and the Kingdom of Portugal. Visit it's original round church (Charola), built at the end of the 12th century by the first great Master of the Templars.

Service animals allowed Public transportation options are available nearby Suitable for all physical fitness levels Food and Beverages not allowed on board (water ok)

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

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Portuguese, English, Spanish

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From US$332.13