Private Tomar & Sintra Tour from Lisbon
Tomar’s Templar heritage and Sintra’s UNESCO landscape in one full day
- Private vehicle and local driver-guide exclusively for your group (up to 8 people).
Duration
8 Hours
Tour Type
Private
Group Size
Máx. 8px/Van
Pickup & Drop-off
Lisbon city centre (outside centre on request)
Main highlights
Tomar (Convent of Christ - UNESCO), Sintra historic centre and optional palaces
Price
From 350€ per private vehicle (see pricing below)
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Tour Overview
This private Tomar Convent of Christ tour from Lisbon is designed for travellers who want to explore Portugal’s most important Templar monument and combine it with the UNESCO cultural landscape of Sintra—comfortably and without sharing the experience with other groups.
In Tomar, you’ll visit the Convent of Christ (Convento de Cristo), a UNESCO World Heritage Site closely linked to the Templar Knights and the Order of Christ. In Sintra, you’ll experience a completely different atmosphere: romantic architecture, historic palaces and lush hills, with flexibility to adapt the visit to your interests and timing.
Why travellers choose this private Lisbon, Sintra & Cascais tour
- Combines the Tomar Convent of Christ with Sintra’s UNESCO-listed landscape
- Fully private format: your pace, your priorities
- Ideal for history lovers, couples, families and small groups (up to 8px/van)
- Pickup and drop-off included in central Lisbon
Sample Itinerary (Flexible)
This is a suggested plan. Exact timing may vary depending on traffic, weather and your preferences.
- 08:30–09:00 — Pickup at your accommodation (Lisbon city centre)
- Visit Tomar and Convent of Christ (UNESCO)
- Lunch break (not included; recommendations provided)
- Sintra historic centre and optional monuments (based on priorities and tickets)
- 17:00–17:30 — Return to Lisbon / drop-off
Tour Details
Tomar
We head towards Tomar to visit the Castle and Convent of Christ. Tomar is part of a grand offer of our first king to the Templar Knights, as a token of gratitude for their aid in the conquest of Moorish lands, and here not only they founded the city but built this intricate complex that served as a sanctuary for the Templars and also for the Order of Christ that followed them. Mixing several styles, from gothic to Manueline, and holding secrets and mysteries like the main altar of the church, the Charola, it’s an attraction that you cannot miss!
Sintra
After Tomar, we continue to Sintra, a charming town set among green hills and recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage cultural landscape. As we want to present you with a real Portugal, we will go through local and non-tourist paths towards the village of Sintra, a picturesque village with beautiful cobbled streets full of shops and traditional cafés, where you can choose some of its wonderful historical monuments to visit, such as:
- Sintra National Palace
- Pena Palace
- Moorish Castle
- Quinta da Regaleira
- Seteais
- Monserrate Palace
The village itself is really worth visiting so that you can feel why Sintra has been considered a World Heritage Site by Unesco since 1995.
Because this is a private tour, we adjust the schedule to your preferences—whether you want more time at the Convent of Christ, more focus on Sintra’s palaces, or a balanced experience.
Included
- 8 Hours Tour
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Local driver-guide
- Pick-up / Drop-off at the place you are staying in Lisbon city centre (outside of Lisbon city centre requires analysis)
- Mandatory insurance
- Fuel, tolls and parking costs
Not included:
- Meals and drinks
- Entrance tickets to monuments or palaces
- Tips (optional)
Note: Some Sintra monuments require timed-entry tickets. Advance purchase is recommended.
Tour Prices (Per Private Vehicle)
Prices are per vehicle (private tour), not per person.
Pickup outside Lisbon city centre is available on request and may require an additional fee (confirmed before booking).
Cancellation of the service less than 24 hours prior to the reservation is non-refundable.
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FAQ
Is this a private Tomar Convent of Christ tour from Lisbon?
Yes. This is a private full-day tour from Lisbon that includes the UNESCO-listed Convent of Christ in Tomar, with a private driver-guide and vehicle exclusively for your group (up to 8 people).
How long is the tour?
Approximately 8 hours, including driving time and visits.
What time does the tour start?
Standard pickup is between 08:30 and 09:00 in central Lisbon. Other start times may be arranged on request.
Where is pickup included?
Pickup and drop-off are included for Lisbon city centre accommodations. Pickup outside central
Lisbon is available on request.
What will we visit in Tomar?
The main highlight is the Castle and Convent of Christ (UNESCO), famous for its connection to the Templar Knights and the Order of Christ.
Can we customise the itinerary?
Yes. As this is a private tour, we can adjust how much time you spend in Tomar versus Sintra and help prioritise monuments and viewpoints.
Are entrance tickets included?
No. Entrance tickets and meals are not included.
Can I book as a solo traveller?
Yes. The private tour can be booked for one person; pricing remains per vehicle.
What happens if it rains?
The tour runs year-round. Stops and timing can be adjusted for comfort and safety. Sintra may be cooler or mistier due to its microclimate.
Do you provide child seats?
Child seats are available on request. Please provide the child’s age and weight when booking.
What is your cancellation policy?
Cancellation of the service less than 24 hours prior to the reservation is non-refundable.
Reviews
We are proud of the feedback we receive from travellers. Guests often mention our knowledgeable driver-guides, smooth organisation, and the unique combination of Tomar’s Convent of Christ and Sintra’s UNESCO charm in one private day tour.
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