Apr 21, 2026
Highlight of our Portugal trip. - This tour was a highlight of our trip to Portugal. Our guide Carolina, a history teacher, gave us superb tour the Convent. She provided detailed information about the history and architecture of the Convent. She was able to keep the tour entertaining and educational. She was very good at pointing out small details in the artwork and intricate carvings of the building facade. The Convents connection to the Knights Templar is what made us book this tour but there is so much more to see. The Manueline style of gothic architecture is in full display at the Convent.
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Apr 15, 2026
More than a tour——-a journey through time - Carolina was an incredible surprise as our guide for the Nights of the Templars tour. Having a history teacher lead us made the experience truly exceptional. She was patient and gracious even though we were running late and had trouble finding the meeting place.
Her knowledge of the Templars, Portuguese history, religion, and architecture was outstanding. She covered every aspect of life in the castle and monastery in a way that was engaging, vivid, and memorable. Her love for Tomar, the castle, and for Portugal itself was deeply felt and made the entire experience come alive.
You could tell this place was personal to her, especially knowing she grew up visiting it, and that made the tour even more meaningful. I’m not sure I’ve ever been on a tour that felt so worthwhile. Carolina made it unforgettable, and it was absolutely worth our time.
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Jan 6, 2026
A cold day at the convent - On a cold day, the convent was freezing! But the tour was worth it. Our guide Sara was well versed on the history and special characteristics of the multiple structures. There was lots to see - indoors and outside - and just enough places to get warm for a few minutes. So glad we didn’t miss it.
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Aug 25, 2025
Our guide was Miguel and... - Our guide was Miguel and he was very knowledgeable. Tour was well worth it! Learned a lot of small details about the history and architecture we would not have picked up on our own.
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Jun 21, 2025
A perfect tour guide - Our guide was terrific, so knowledgeable about the structure, the decorative details, the political history, the modifications made over time. She had a perfect command of English and had a lovely sense of humor. She took time with us, was patient with our wanting to stop to take photos. It was a perfect tour, exceeding our expectations.
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Mar 11, 2025
Great tour - What an amazing tour! Carolina (Ana) was so knowledgeable. She shared so much information with us and was very kind. This was a great day. And now I know what to say on foggy days - King Sebastian will be coming back soon!
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Feb 28, 2025
Great walking tour - Great walking tour. Guide was very friendly, extremely knowledgeable, and we thoroughly enjoyed the tour. She gave valuable insight as to why and how based on the historical timeline.
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Feb 23, 2025
Private tour - Great private tour. Anna was a excellent tour guide very informative. Learn learned a lot. Recommend it immensely.
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Jan 3, 2025
Excellent tour experience - Ana Carolina was our most knowledgeable and highly informed guide! We thoroughly enjoyed her style and knowledge sharing.
She offers a casual but highly professional tour experience.
Thank you for an excellent experience.
Lynn from Canada
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Dec 20, 2024
Celeste was a great... - Celeste was a great guide. She was very knowledgeable about Templar and Portuguese history. Enjoyed our time at the Castle and convent.
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