Step beyond Lisbon’s urban buzz with Magnificat Tours’ full-day journey through Portugal’s medieval monasteries. Discover UNESCO sites and the legacy of the Knights Templar in a historic landscape rich with architectural marvels and quiet outdoor spaces.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
10 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be capable of sustaining light to moderate walking over several hours, including some stair climbing within the sites.
Wildlife
History
The Convent of Christ in Tomar was a central stronghold for the Knights Templar, influencing Portuguese history and architecture from the 12th century onward.
Conservation
These UNESCO sites maintain strict preservation standards to protect the centuries-old stonework and surrounding landscapes from over-tourism impacts.
Magnificat Tours
Step beyond Lisbon’s urban buzz with Magnificat Tours’ full-day journey through Portugal’s medieval monasteries. Discover UNESCO sites and the legacy of the Knights Templar in a historic landscape rich with architectural marvels and quiet outdoor spaces.
Magnificat Tours is a Lisbon-based private tour operator offering tailored day trips and private excursions across central Portugal. The company arranges a variety of guided experiences ranging from short, 4-hour shore-friendly city tours to full 10-hour journeys to UNESCO sites and wine regions. Tours cover Lisbon highlights such as the Alfama district and Belém custard tarts, pilgrimages to Fátima with options to attend mass or candle processions, and thematic routes focused on medieval monasteries, Templar heritage and royal palaces.
Each itinerary is provided with a private vehicle and guide, allowing schedules to adapt to cruise arrival times, personal preferences or religious observances. Magnificat Tours lists named experiences including Lisbon For Cruisers, multiple Fátima options, The Middle Ages Monastery route, The Royal Tour, The Knights of The Temple Trip, Tiles, Wine and Photos, the Wine & Cork Tour to Évora and compact Fátima visits.
Based in Lisboa, the operator emphasizes private, customizable travel and small-group privacy rather than mass sightseeing. Booking details, exact vehicle types and availability depend on specific itineraries and should be confirmed at reservation. Contact and pickup logistics are coordinated from Lisbon to central Portugal destinations. A private guide and vehicle provide flexible pacing, door-to-door transfers and the ability to focus on specific interests such as architecture, pilgrimage sites or wine tasting and photography.
Base Location
Lisboa
Operating from Lisbon city center
Duration Range
4–10 hours
Shore-friendly and full-day options
Tours Offered
10
Private tours and day trips listed
Private Format
Private guide
Personalized itineraries with vehicle
Check availability for Lisbon For Cruisers, Fátima pilgrimages, monastery and wine tours — book a private guide and vehicle for a tailored day trip.
Wear comfortable walking shoes
This tour involves extensive walking on uneven stone floors and outdoor paths within monastery grounds.
Bring water and sun protection
While much of the tour includes indoor sites, outdoor courtyards and travel between locations expose you to sun and variable temperatures.
Respect site rules and photography restrictions
Some interiors have limited photography or require quiet observation to preserve the sacred atmosphere.
Prepare for a full-day experience
The tour lasts about 10 hours, so plan your energy accordingly and bring light snacks if needed.
Sturdy walking shoes
To comfortably navigate uneven stone flooring and outdoor paths.
Sun hat and sunscreen
Protection from sun exposure during outdoor segments and transit between sites.
spring|summer|fall
Light rain jacket
For unexpected showers and wind protection in cooler months.
spring|fall|winter
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the long touring day.