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Private World Heritage Monasteries Tour: Batalha, Alcobaça, Convent of Christ from Lisbon
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21 Ratings
Alcobaca
Embark on a personal journey from Lisbon to explore Portugal’s iconic World Heritage Monasteries. Experience a guided tour through the Monastery of Alcobaça, the Monastery of Batalha, and the Convent of Christ in Tomar. Learn from your guide about the historic connection between the Knights Templar and the Portuguese Kingdom.
Embark on a personal journey from Lisbon to explore Portugal’s iconic World Heritage Monasteries. Experience a guided tour through the Monastery of Alcobaça, the Monastery of Batalha, and the Convent of Christ in Tomar. Learn from your guide about the historic connection between the Knights Templar and the Portuguese Kingdom.
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Monastery of Alcobaça - Explore the Monastery of Alcobaça, a 12th-century Cistercian monastery established by Portugal’s first king, Afonso Henriques. While there, learn about the poignant love story of King Pedro I and Inês de Castro as you admire their tombs.
- Batalha Monastery - This Portuguese Gothic masterpiece was created as a…
- Monastery of Alcobaça - Explore the Monastery of Alcobaça, a 12th-century Cistercian monastery established by Portugal’s first king, Afonso Henriques. While there, learn about the poignant love story of King Pedro I and Inês de Castro as you admire their tombs.
- Batalha Monastery - This Portuguese Gothic masterpiece was created as a fulfillment of King João I’s promise, made in gratitude for the victory at the Battle of Aljubarrota against Castile in 1385, which secured the Portuguese throne and independence.
- Convento de Cristo - Visit the headquarters of the Knights Templar in Portugal, the Convent of Christ in Tomar. Discover the historic connection between the Knights Templar and the Kingdom of Portugal. Explore its original round church (Charola), constructed at the end of the 12th century by the first great Master of the Templars.
What's Included
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Bottled water
- Official guide (guided visit inside the monasteries)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Tickets Tomar + Batalha + Alcobaça Monasteries (if option selected)
- Private tour (just you and your guide)
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Bottled water
- Official guide (guided visit inside the monasteries)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Tickets Tomar + Batalha + Alcobaça Monasteries (if option selected)
- Private tour (just you and your guide)
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Lunch
Additional Information
- Food and Beverages not allowed on board (water ok)
- Food and Beverages not allowed on board (water ok)
Location
Monastery of Alcobaca
Praca 25 de Abril
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(21 Ratings)
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Quest50275468815
Aug 26, 2024
Essential Visit and Exceptional Guide - The Best Excursion We've Done in Portugal and the Best Guide, Sandra, We've Had on All the Tours We've Done on All Our Trips
In addition to the places, which are essential, the explanations and the artistic and historical context that Sandra gave us made us very enjoy the visit
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R5702tmisabellat
Mar 9, 2024
Great - The tour was incredible, we learned a lot more about Portugal, we loved it!
We visited Batalha and Tomar on the day, with lots of history and learning.
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Rebecca_g
Feb 4, 2024
Fun day of history - We had a great time on this trip. Our guide Sandra spoke excellent English, was knowledgeable, engaging and funny. She accommodated our request for a specific lunch stop while we’re in Tomar. All the stops were beautiful, and having a guide really helped us understand what we were seeing. We came for the art history. Sandra showed us many details in the tombs and architecture that we probably would have overlooked visiting on our own. I highly recommend.
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Zhangshinyi
Jan 2, 2024
Thanks for a fantastic tour of Alcobaca, Batalha, and Tomar! - My family and I learned a lot because Sandra patiently guided us through everything and answered all of our questions. Highly recommend!
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Kellymf5518sc
Nov 20, 2023
Templar Treasures - Our tour of the Templar Treasures exceeded expectations, as did our tour guide Sandra. She was extremely knowledgeable and personable, and went the extra mile to ensure that we had a memorable experience. 10/10!
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998margarethm
Oct 20, 2023
Monasteries - Our guide, Sandra Pestana, was prompt, courteous and very well informed about the Monasteries. She made our trip very wonderful.
Thank you, Sandra, and see you next time.
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Fsf4ever
Jun 21, 2023
First rate historical tour of Portugal's monasteries - Sandra is a great guide and wonderful companion for this tour. Her love of history and Portugal shine through. She answered our so many questions and provided great recommendations for our time in Portugal.
It's a first rate tour and a great way to see these 3 stunning monasteries in one day. You will never see a church or monastery the same after all the knowledge she shares with you. A welcoming host, Sandra puts you at ease from the moment you say hello to the end of the day. If you even considering this tour, please do it. You won't regret it.
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Kelseytravels88
Mar 18, 2023
Monasteries Tour - The Monasteries Tour with Sandra was amazing. She paid attention to every detail and was such a good tour guide. I really enjoyed all the sights and Sandra made them come to life with details I would not have known on my own. She even gave us excellent lunch recommendations. It was so nice to be transported in a luxurious car without the hassle of figuring out how to get to the sights. I would book another tour with her the next time I am in Lisbon!
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Aslanthebrave
Mar 13, 2023
Excellent experience, Sandra was awesome! - Great day from Lisbon to the Monasteries, Sandra was great! Very knowledgable, passionate, and a fun tour guide! She shared tons of history, facts, and stories and was happy to thoroughly answer all our questions. The whole day was very relaxing, starting with a welcome at our own doorstep to front door drop-off. Would book again :)
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Pumkyn
Mar 13, 2023
Choose Sandra as your tour guide. - My favorite part of this tour was SANDRA, our guide who was as informative as a historian who had researched these sacred places and their many facets. I am descended from a number of monarchs whose sarcophagi lie at Batalaha and Alcobaca. Sandra’s tour was peppered with interesting facts and fascinating back stories that I would never have heard. She answered all of my questions and shed light on both dark and memorable events in Portuguese history. I highly recommend Sandra to anyone looking for an outstanding tour guide.
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