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Make your trip a wholesome experience by seeing what other cities outside of Lisbon have to offer. On this private day trip, you don’t need to worry about anything! Follow your local host to Tomar for a journey where Knights Templar takes front and center.

Destination

Lisbon, Portugal

Category

Day Trips

Duration

9 hours

Transport mode

Car

Available languages

Deutsch, Français, English, Português, Español, Română, Русский, Italiano

Included

• Private Guide
• Entrance costs
• Car Transport
• Driver
• Guest Pick up
• All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral
• Pick-up Included

Excluded

• Lunch Costs (optional
• on guest expenses)

What you can expect

Choose your local

Get to know these 16 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

1. Meeting point

   You will be picked up anywhere in Lisbon. Your local host will contact you regarding the exact pickup point.

2. Itinerary

   This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

3. More about Portugal

   Give yourself the time to not only visit Lisbon by also visiting Tomar. Portugal is such a beautiful country that the more you know about it, the more you’ll fall in love with it. That’s why your host can’t wait to take you to Tomar

4. Knights Templar Discovery

   Your private day trip to Tomar will focus on Knights Templar. Discover more about this subject as it’s such an essential part of Tomar, from its history, insights, cultural highlights, and hidden gems

5. Gems of Tomar

   Check out Castle and Convent of Christ, Almourol Castle, Church of Santa Maria do Olival, and more must-sees but with a twist...through the eyes of a local. Get to know some of the less walked paths in Tomar with some great hidden gems and alternative stories that only a local knows about

6. Cultural Contrasts

   Cities are like snowflakes; each one of them is unique. And as you visit Tomar, you’ll be able to see the differences compared to Lisbon. Discover how much traditions, architecture, and even language can change from one city to another and how they complement each other

7. Local Knowledge

   To experience the best of Tomar, there’s no better way to do so than like a local. Your local host will make this private day trip an enriching experience by sharing knowledge, stories, insights, and answering your questions!

8. Make it yours

   Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

   Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

   Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

• Feel confident booking

  Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

• Change of plans?

  Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

• Loved by travelers worldwide

  Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

Chuck🇺🇸 United States

(About local Luis)

6 May 2025

Great Tour

Erin🇺🇸 United States

(About local Sofia )

20 September 2024

Sofia made our guided tour experience wonderful. She’s incredibly well-informed about Portuguese history and shared all manner of insider anecdotes which helped us better understand what we were seeing and provided insight into daily life. We felt like we were with a new local friend! 10/10 would go with Sofia again.You MUST Work with Sofia!!!

William🇺🇸 United States

(About local João)

3 August 2024

My family recently had the pleasure of joining Joao on a tour to Tomar, and it was an absolute gem. As a reprieve from the bustling crowds of Lisbon, this excursion was a breath of fresh air. Joao’s knowledge of history and storytelling truly shone through as he guided us through the charming streets of Tomar. My 8 year old son remarked it was the best tour he'd been on! If you’re seeking an escape from the ordinary, Tomar with Joao is the perfect choice. Whether you’re a history buff or simply curious about the Knights Templar, this tour will leave you enriched and inspired.Journey Through Templar History

Sheryl🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Luis)

16 May 2024

This tour was well worth the money. It was a full day for sure. Our guide Luis, was very knowledgeable about Tomar, the Knight Templars, the castles, the Convent of Christ, the aqueduct was amazing, and the history that went along with each. He took us to a very unique but awesome medieval restaurant Taverna Antiqua for lunch. The only negatives I have are that the vehicle was too small for 5, sixty something people. Also WithLocals actually switched guides on us. We didn't get the person we originally requested and didn’t find that out until the day of the tour. I hadn’t noticed because they were both name Luis. It turned out well, but I was not happy about that. Other than that is was a good day. Tomar excursion

Myron🇺🇸 United States

(About local Luis)

10 January 2024

Luis was a fabulous guide for our trip to Fatima and Tomar. He customized the day and pivoted easily when we wanted to do some souvenir shopping. He took us for a lunch that was one of the best of our holiday. Luis is knowledgeable about the history of Portugal. We left with a sense of the rich culture history and diversity in Portugal. We recommend Luis for anyone wanting a customized tour. A lovely day trip

Daniel🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Luis)

22 November 2023

Luis was friendly, engaging, and very knowledgeable. We went to Tomar with him and learned more about the Templars, their fortifications, and churches than we ever knew existed. I would highly recommend him for this tour and any others that he leads. Best tour and tour guide I've ever had

Unknown

(About local Sofia )

3 September 2022

Perfect 10/10

Andrew🇺🇸 United States

(About local João)

29 May 2022

We chose this tour because of our interest in Medieval history and the Crusades. It also was a plus that this amazing historical site is off the beaten tourist path. Joao really brought magic to the day with his thoughtful insights and stories that wove together centuries of Portuguese history, culture and politics all the way up to the present day. He also provided a healthy dose of Dan Brown/DaVinci Code myth-busting to the discussion. To top things off we had a great lunch al fresco at the foot of the Roman bridge crossing a gently flowing river running through the picturesque town of Tomar. It was arguably the best day we spent on our two-week vacation in Portugal. Back to the future

di.a.p🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Luis)

4 May 2022

We booked an all day tour to visit some of the Templar Knights historical sites with Our guide Luis. He picked us up at our vacation spot and drove us through the country for our tour to Tomar. Luis is an encyclopedia of knowledge! He was apt at showing us all of the interesting locations and very detailed knowledge of the sites you would not get with the larger tours. Our pace was perfect and comfortable for an all day adventure going as fast or slow as we wanted and we also came home with some fantastic photography. Thank you Luis for being our guide and introducing us to your country and some of its history! Templar Tour

Nicole🇺🇸 United States

(About local André)

30 March 2022

From the beginning of the tour , we felt welcomed into his family, the Portuguese family. His awesome, spacious van will get you to your destination in style and comfort (and it’s great for families!). He is warm, wonderful to chat with, and knows his stuff. Note: if you are a single woman who needs a tour guide, Andre is an excellent bet for you.Warm and Welcoming Tour Guide

Lou🇺🇸 United States

(About local Amandio)

29 July 2021

It was informative and detailed. Delightful local lunch and encompassed all that we could have hoped - our guide was a delight!!! Lou and Darrel WoodwardFabulous

Holly 🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Luis)

1 March 2020

Luis definitely lives up to the title- Super host. As a host myself in Toronto, I can truly say that he has all the skills required to make this trip even more enjoyable. Personality, historical knowledge and a great selection of food. He is your smart choice. Before branching out to law, I took history in University and this trip - Knights Templar made history come alive. The Best!

Mary

(About local Silvia)

26 February 2020

My husband and I love to learn on our travels and have taken some fully-guided trips such as with Road Scholar. This time we decided to tailor our own, staying in Lisbon and hiring local guides, and we were fortunate to find Sylvia, who is so enthusiastic and knowledgeable! We took the Knights Templar tour and felt like we were stepping back into history. From the boat ride to access a medieval fortress in the morning fog, to a delicious lunch in a restored centuries- old tavern, she knew how to get us to important sites. We could easily have gone through the Convent of Christ in Tomar on our own without learning many of the details which brought tears to my eyes. Most importantly, she was flexible in meeting the interests we expressed. My husband mentioned that part of his family is Jewish. She knew about , and took us to, a restored museum and synagogue in Tomar. Not only does she know history, but she answered many of our questions about life in Portugal today. She made our day a delight!History with enthusiasm!

Lena 🇨🇦 Canada

(About local João)

5 September 2019

João was amazing. He is very passionate and knowledgeable about the subject. We had a great day exploring the history off the beaten path and learned a lot. We would book a tour with João in a heartbeat and really enjoyed every minute of this great adventure. Highly recommendable!!!

Lesslie🇺🇸 United States

(About local João)

25 June 2019

This tour was one the best ever I had. Joao had a lot experience and knowledge. All my question and my husband was answered. I recommend and I can use his services again in the future. Great! Experience

Candice🇨🇦 Canada

(About local João)

4 June 2019

We are a family of four visiting Portugal for the first time. Joao took us to Tomar to visit the beautiful Convent of Christ and the Almourol Castle on our last day in Portugal. The church and castle are so beautiful but I believe Joao made a difference in our experience. He is knowledgeable, kind, patience, and very generous with his time. We feel we have had a brief history lesson of Portugal; a glimpse of how the Knights Templar had affected and shaped the history of Portugal. We also learned the way of life of Portugal through Joao. Joao also took us to the historical town of Tomar and had a unique medieval lunch at a local restaurant. We enjoy our leisure lunch and drinks as Portuguese do and chatted and hanged out like friends. Our young adult children also enjoyed this tour tremendously and commented how much they learned on this tour. Joao has gone above and beyond on this tour-way past the 9 hours of the tour. He took us back to Lisbon at the end of the tour, dropped us off at the Time-out market to make sure we could try the Pasteis de Nata of Manteigaria as we wish and showed us where to buy the wines we want to bring home. Then also suggested where we should have our last seafood dinner in Lisbon. We have had a wonderful day with Joao and will not hesitate to recommend Joao. The best day!!!! Fantastic Secrets of the Knights Templar Private Day Tour with Joao.

Karien🇧🇪 Belgium

(About local Veerle)

8 June 2025

Ik koos voor Veerle als gids op onze 1ste dag Lissabon omwille van haar 3-taligheid, haar sympathieke uitstraling! Veerle weet veel over de historie van Lissabon en bracht haar verhalen vol passie. Ze toetste ook af wat ons als toerist in Lissabon interesseerde: monumenten,locale food spots, handel, parken, verschillende regio’s Alfama, Baixa, Sintra,… Transport (metro, taxi, Uber, Tuktuk, Tram28, fietsverhuur in Lissabon en wat zijn de prijzen. Kortom 3 uren stadstour met Veerle was aangenaam en zeer leerrijk! Stadstour Lissabon met gids Veerle

Kees

(About local Veerle)

8 June 2025

Veerle heeft de voorbereiding van ons dagprogramma en de ontmoetingsplek perfect geregeld. Veerle reageerde snel en goed op onze vragen vooraf over bijvoorbeeld tips restaurants. Dat was heel fijn. Veerle was netjes gekleed en we vertrokken op tijd via de trein naar Sintra. Vanaf het begin tot het einde was ons contact met Veerle prettig en relaxed. Veerle is een open mens en oprecht belangstellend. Zij vertelde ons veel waardevols over Portugal, Lissabon, Sintra en de mensen die daar wonen. We hebben een prachtige dag met haar beleefd en we bevelen haar als gids zeker aan. Een eerlijk oordeel geven over de prijs/kwaliteit verhouding vinden we lastig. Een dagtour met een privé gids was voor ons namelijk de 1ste keer. Wat ons hierbij zou helpen is een specificatie van de opbouw van de totaalprijs van 400 euro. Bijvoorbeeld de verhouding tussen de overheadkosten en het salaris van Veerle.Een prettige gids met waardevolle info

Anne🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Sónia)

8 June 2025

Sonia is so personable and the food tour with her was all I had hoped for. Enjoying fare at spots where mainly locals go was fabulous. Plenty of food, some drinks, and easy conversation, 100% recommend her food tour.

Daniela 🇦🇹 Austria

(About local Sónia)

7 June 2025

Sonia ist eine sehr sympathische und freundliche Einheimische! Sie hatte viele Geschichten, Informationen und Geheimetipps für uns und ist auf all unsere Fragen eingegangen. Danke für den entspannten und informativen Vormittag! Informativ, entspannte Stadtführung

Karen🇺🇸 United States

(About local Miguel )

6 June 2025

We really do enjoy the food tours by Withlocals. We had such a fun afternoon with Miguel in Porto! I just 3 hours, we went to so many unique places and sampled so many unusual local delicacies! He knew all of the locals such that we were able to get a personalized experience. We would definitely do this tour again. Obrigado Miguel!!Food tour in Porto with Miguel

Jonathan🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Sónia)

5 June 2025

Sónia was a fantastic guide - warm, friendly and incredibly knowledgable about her city - the tour had tasty snacks, lots of history and fantastic views! I would recommend Sónia in a heartbeat - often tour guides can try and upsell/funnel you into stores owned by their friends - this was not the case with Sónia, she is just genuinely passionate about travel!Fantastic Tour with a warm friendly local

Dietmar

(About local David)

4 June 2025

Wir haben einen super tollen Tag mit David in Lissabon verbracht. Er hat uns mit auf eine sehr tolle und sympathische Reise durch sein Lissabon genommen. Wir haben sehr viele schöne Ecken, auch abseits der Touristenpfade, gesehen und haben viele schöne Erinnerungen gesammelt. Vielen, vielen Dank an David. Eine absolute Empfehlung.Super Tag in Lissabon

Unknown

(About local Sónia)

4 June 2025

Sónia was fantastic and we enjoyed our tour of Lisbon. She took us to some great places, we went back to one the next day for more wine and food. Very knowledgeable about the area and history. I couldn’t recommend her more for your food tour of Lisbon. Awesome Guide, Pick Her!

Koert

(About local Luis)

4 June 2025

It was a perfect experience. A lot of pertinent information and a charmful person.Perfect Guide

Robert🇺🇸 United States

(About local David)

4 June 2025

A wonderful guide to the history and culture of LisbonWonderful guide for Lisbon

Frank🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Sónia)

3 June 2025

We absolutely loved our tour in Lisbon with Sonia! She was a very friendly and competent tour guide. She knows so much details about Lisbon an we visited beautiful places and secret Cafés and a wonderful Restaurant! We can recommend Sonia to 100%! Amazing experience in Lisbon

Melanie🇩🇪 Germany

(About local David)

3 June 2025

Einfach nur der Hammer! Persönliches Flair, vorbei an der Masse, informativ und so viele gute Tipps! Mal abgesehen von den Köstlichkeiten. Wir waren an einem sehr heißen Tag unterwegs & David hat uns am Ende noch einen sehr guten Eisladen gezeigt. Mega lecker!!! Es war alles stimmig, und hat nichts gefehlt & sind dankbar für seine Tipps! Wir kommen wieder. Danke David 😊 Mandy & MelaniePersönlich, interessant & lecker!

Merete🇳🇴 Norway

(About local Sónia)

2 June 2025

Very nice walk with a guide we really liked🙂Perfeckt kickstart

Silke

(About local David)

2 June 2025

David hat uns einen tollen Überblick über die Stadt gegeben und uns so einige Dinge gezeigt, die wir so nicht entdeckt hätten. Versorgt wurden wir auch mit so einigen wertvollen Tipps für die weiteren Tage. vielen DankLissabon mit Geheimtipps

Jody🇺🇸 United States

(About local Sónia)

2 June 2025

There are many choices of food tours to choose from. After reading reviews, we chose to try Sónia withlocals. She arrived on time with a big smile and greeted us as friends. We tried her favorite spots, walked thru several neighborhoods and learned so much about the city she grew up in. We had such s great time. Definitely recommend taking this tour.This is THE BEST!

Terry and Lynn🇺🇸 United States

(About local Henrique)

1 June 2025

Henrique was amazing. He has great knowledge of all things, there was not a question or topic he could not engage in. He was always curteous and listened to our interests and adjusted his discussion and tour based on that. We learned so much in the short time we spent with him, but most of all felt we made a new friend on our first day. Thank you so much Henrique!! Highly recommend him!!!Awesome Experience!!

Alexander🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Luis)

31 May 2025

Wir waren mit Luis 3 Stunden in Lissabon zu Fuss unterwegs. Luis hat ein enormes Wissen über die Stadt und deren Geschichte. Er ist super flexibel, haben tolle Plätze entdeckt und viel über die Stadt erfahren. Ein wirklich toller Reiseführer. Wir würden jederzeit wieder eine Tour mit ihm buchen. Vielen Dank Luis.Sympathischer Reiseführer mit viel Wissen

Elaine🇺🇸 United States

(About local Miguel )

30 May 2025

Miguel was wonderful. He picked us up early from our hotel in Lisbon, customized a day in Sintra, including coffee at his favorite cafe, and got us to the airport in time for our flight. He was personable and entertaining. His knowledge of Portugal is incredible.Miguel was wonderful

Richard

(About local João)

30 May 2025

João was an amazing guide. He was friendly, spoke excellent English, was informative and interesting, and gave great tips on how to get around the city. He had fascinating historical stories ranging from Christopher Columbus to the Salazar dictatorship in Portugal during much of the 20th Century. He also had great information about daily life in Lisbon. It is definitely a must-do tour!Outstanding tour of Lisbon!

Christine

(About local David)

30 May 2025

David hat die Tour genau auf uns angepasst. Er ging perfekt auf unsere Wünsche und Anliegen ein. Er war sehr freundlich und konnte all unsere Fragen beantworten. Es war eine lehrreiche und abwechslungsreiche Tour inkl. einer Glacepause. Wir haben viele Ecken von Lissabon kennengelernt, die wir so nie gefunden hätten. Eine Tour mit David können wir sehr empfehlen. Vielen Dank noch einmal…Perfekt abgestimmt

Ilona🇺🇸 United States

(About local Henrique)

30 May 2025

Henrique is very knowledgeable, but he doesn’t pepper you with the historical facts, instead, he tells a short story, and if you engage and start asking questions, a beautiful conversation starts. It’s more of a dialog than a one sided lecture. We enjoyed our time with him. We learned Portugal and Lisbon history, talked about literature, life, shared our experiences. He took us around the neighborhoods of Lisbon, like a friend. We recommend hiring Henrique for your Lisbon tour. Thanks Henrique.Friendly and knowlegable guide

Linda🇺🇸 United States

(About local Luis )

30 May 2025

Luis communicated timely and was prompt picking us up for our tour of the Alentejo region of Portugal. He is aware of and listens to his customers needs and wants. He provided us with an exceptional tour that was tailored to just our needs. He is knowledgeable, friendly with great language skills in English, Portuguese and some Spanish. We highly recommend Luis for your travel touring needs. Exceptional tour…Luis is the man!

Andreas und Silke🇩🇪 Germany

(About local David)

28 May 2025

David hat uns seine Stadt kulinarisch und auch geschichtlich näher gebracht. Super spannende Führung und gute Gespräche. Vielen Dank!Super Führung

Tania🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Henrique)

28 May 2025

We met Henrique during our first full day in Portugal and it was such a great way to kick off our vacation. He was very kind and full of history about Lisbon as a city and Portugal as a country. We really enjoyed exploring the different neighbourhoods with him and asking questions along the way. This is the second With Locals tour we have done with our kids and they note them as highlights of our adventures! We strongly suggest connecting with Henrique if you want a relaxed, engaging and informative tour around Lisbon.Family Exploring Lisbon

jeremy🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Sónia)

28 May 2025

We had the best first morning in Lisbon with Sonia on the food tour. Sonia is so knowledgeable and passionate about Lisbon and of course it’s wonderful food. We had ten tastings which were all amazing including delightful food and locals drinks. In between stops Sónia is very happy to pass on her knowledge about Lisbon and its amazing history. Highly recommend, especially at the start of the break to familiarise yourself with the area. Amazing food tour with Sonia

Anupam🇺🇸 United States

(About local Henrique)

27 May 2025

Henrique was so knowledgeable and so wonderful with our party of 8 tailoring the tour for our interests. Highly recommend! This is our 3rd county using with locals and couldn’t be happier! Best tour guide!!!

Mark

(About local Sónia)

27 May 2025

Sonia made the day for our group's last day in Lisbon! Definitely recommend.Wonderful day!

Monica

(About local Ana Rita)

26 May 2025

We were three Scottish ladies who had a great tour with Ana Rita. We had visits to some lovely local restaurants with some local delicacies. Ana Rita was very knowledgeable on local culture and history. The tour was fun and informative and we would definitely recommend! Great local knowledge and food experience

Dan🇺🇸 United States

(About local David)

26 May 2025

Very well organized and an easy stroll through LisbonGreat tour

Francine🇧🇪 Belgium

(About local Veerle)

26 May 2025

3u puur genieten van Lissabon en alle uitleg die Veerle gaf. Veerle kent de stad door en door en past de route en bezoekjes aan aan jouw voorkeuren. Absoluut een aanrader!Prachtige namidag!

Dan🇸🇬 Singapore

(About local João)

25 May 2025

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Joao was a treasure trove of historical facts presented in a fun and charming way. He is the ultimate raconteur and both my wife and I came away appreciating Portugal's history even more as a result. Truly eye opening! No regrets. Whatsoever.

Mark

(About local Sónia)

24 May 2025

Sonia was a great guide, providing a personal touch to a tour of Lisbon as a local. She offered great conversation, and brought in a global context given her travels around the world. She also gave great personal recommendations in the city that we used. Would absolutely recommend Sonia to anyone looking for a personal guide to get to know the city better. Exceptional Experience with Sonia!

Jane🇺🇸 United States

(About local Henrique)

24 May 2025

We are considering moving to Lisbon and Henrique was very accommodating and took us to neighborhoods he thought we would like to relocate to, which was perfect. It allowed us to see parts of Lisbon we wouldn't have and he was very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend him for any future tours.Very knowledgeable

Katie🇺🇸 United States

(About local Miguel )

21 May 2025

Miguel picked us up right on time (he was early) and was so enjoyable ! He arranged for our luggage to be transported ahead of our group to alleviate the stress of managing it throughout the tour. We saw Pena Palace and he provided the local history. He arranged the tickets and made sure we knew where to go and when to be there. Our time in Sintra was beautiful and the pastries along the way were delicious! He is an excellent guide and so accommodating. I highly recommend a day tour with Miguel!!Perfect Day!