The Templar Legacy Tour – A Journey Through Time in Portugal

The Templar Legacy Tour offers a truly unique journey through the heart of Portugal, far from the usual tourist paths. Follow in the footsteps of the Knights Templar and the Military Orders that shaped the very foundation of the nation.

More than a trip, this is a journey back in time — designed for history lovers and those fascinated by this powerful military and religious Order, which played a crucial role in Portugal’s story since the 12th century.

Throughout this experience, you will explore remarkable castles and sacred sites once belonging to the Templars, while taking in some of the most breathtaking natural landscapes in Portugal’s interior.

We’ll travel even further into the past with a visit to an ancient Roman gold mine, alongside castles, villages, and towns linked to other historic Orders such as the Order of Avis, the Order of Malta, and the Hospitallers — all enriched by unique local cultures and distinctive gastronomy.

Along the way, you’ll hear captivating stories and legends, from the founding of the kingdom to the mysterious disappearance of the Templars, as well as tales connected to the many military and religious orders that shaped this land.

Above all, this journey through time is designed to offer a personalized experience, tailored to each traveler’s pace — allowing you to explore, discover, and enjoy every moment in a relaxed and unhurried way.

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Itinerary for the Templar Legacy Tour:
Day 1
- Departure from the Lisbon region
- Santarém - Visit to the Church of Santa Maria de Alcáçova and Church of São João Evangelista de Alfange
- Golegã - Visit to Quinta da Cardiga
- Almourol Castle - Stop for views of this imposing castle, located on an island in the Tagus River.
- Tomar - Visit to the historic center and the Convent of Christ, UNESCO World Heritage Site (Overnight stay)

Day 2
- Departure from Tomar
- Belver - Visit to the castle
- Amieira do Tejo – Climb to the castle walls
- Nisa - Visit to the castle and historic center, typical Alentejo lunch with tasting of regional products and the famous Nisa cheeses.
- Montalvão - Place where the last Portuguese Templar died
- Arneiro do Conhal - Visit to the ancient Roman gold mine
- Vila Velha de Rodão (Overnight stay)

Day 3
- Departure from Vila Velha de Ródão
- Torre do Rei Wamba – With spectacular views over the Portas do Ródão and the possibility of spotting a large colony of vultures and griffons.
- Castelo de Vide - visit to the castle, historic center, and the Jewish quarter
- Marvão - Visit to the castle and enjoy the sunset (Overnight stay)

Day 4
- Flor da Rosa - Visit to the Monastery
- Crato - Visit to the castle
- Avis – Exploration of a castle of the Order of Avis
- Arraiolos - Visit to the castle, one of the only circular ones worldwide, and visit to the historic center
- Arrival in the Lisbon region - End of the trip