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Tomar, 3 UNESCO Monuments & Medieval Óbidos

Recommended by 95% of travelers
Lisbon, Portugal
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10+ bookings last month.
  • 10 to 11 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

Visit the ancient communities of Tomar, Batalha, Alcobaca, and Óbidos on a full-day tour from Lisbon that takes in three UNESCO sites in a single day—and some of the country’s finest medieval architecture. Traveling with a dedicated driver-guide lets you cover more ground than you could independently, while fascinating tours of each destination share tidbits the guidebooks don’t include. Small group tours require a minimum of 3 paying participants.
  • Beat the heat and travel comfortably onboard an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Insight from your guide adds context to what you see
  • Check off plenty of the area’s highlights in just one tour
  • Convenient drop-off point makes continuing your day a breeze

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • • 8 hours of great memories • Guided tour to the monuments
  • WiFi on board
  • Private transportation
  • • Comfortable Transport (Modern, air-conditioned vehicle ~ Mercedes Vito or similar)
  • Lunch
  • •Snacks •Personal expenses
  • Monuments entrance fees in small group - 15€ adult (24 to 64), 7,50€ senior (+65) or youth (-24)
    €15.00 per person

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

• Small Group - Pick Up point - Hard Rock Cafe - Lisbon • Private Tour - Pick-up and drop-off included from all hotels, Airbnbs, the cruise terminal, and the airport.

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Meeting point

  • Av. da Liberdade 2, 1250-144 Lisboa, Portugal

    Hard Rock Cafe

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Start time
.8:30 am

Itinerary

1

Lisbon

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

2

Convento de Cristo

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

3

Batalha Monastery

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

4

Alcobaca

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

5

Obidos

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

6

Lisbon

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infant seats available
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Most travelers can participate
  • • To facilitate communication, use WhatsApp through the contact provided to arrange the tour. • Round-trip transfer in Lisbon
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.8
based on 41 reviews
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Good if you have no transportation but don't expect an actual tour.

Valeriya_V, Sep 2026
The itinerary said the tickets were included in the price, but we had to pay when we got there. There wasn't much explanation in the tour. There were other tour guides that went inside the churches and were talking about the history and we got a cliffnotes version of a few sentences. We had no choice in where to eat, since the tour guide probably has a deal with that hotel. There were plenty of restaurants near by that we could go to.

Response from Host, Sep 2026

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are sorry that the experience did not meet your expectations, but we would like to clarify a few important points. The option you booked was our small-group tour, whose description clearly states that entrance tickets are not included. Tickets are included only with the private-tour option, which was not the option selected for your reservation. Regarding lunch, guests are never required to eat at the restaurant we recommend, and the meal is not included in the tour price. We suggest this restaurant because it consistently provides the quality, service, and pricing we want for our guests. As this is a long tour covering three monuments with specific visiting schedules, efficient meal service is also important. Nevertheless, guests are always free to choose another nearby restaurant, provided that the group’s agreed departure time is respected. We regret if this was not communicated clearly enough during your tour. Our guides provide historical context for each destination and accompany guests inside the monuments, explaining the most significant areas. At the same time, we try to maintain a balance between detailed explanations and allowing guests time to observe, explore, and connect what they have learned with what they are seeing. Many of our guests specifically praise this approach, although we understand that you were expecting more continuous and in-depth commentary. We must also admit that this review came as a surprise to us. During the experience, no dissatisfaction or concern was communicated to the guide. On the contrary, you repeatedly said that you were enjoying the day and, at the end, generously thanked the guide for his service. For that reason, we find it difficult to reconcile the concerns expressed in this review with the feedback and appreciation shown throughout the tour. Had any of these concerns been raised during the day, our guide would have been happy to clarify the ticket conditions, explain the available lunch options, or adapt the level of historical commentary whenever possible. Nevertheless, we sincerely regret that the experience ultimately did not match your expectations. We appreciate your comments and will use them to improve how we communicate these details and check guests’ satisfaction during future tours. Best Regards

Best historical tour in Portugal

YokeMoi_C, Nov 2025
As mentioned in the tour description, Hugo brought us to see 4 UNESCO sites in one day. Each has its own unique history. We have two teen boys and the way Hugo telling the history got us engaged right away! For someone who's fan of The Game of Thrones, there were moments I felt time traveling back in those eras and being part of the story. My two teens said Hugo is the best tour guide ever! Hugo is very kind and considerate, we immediately felt like hanging out with a family friend instead of joining a tour with a stranger. Highly recommend this tour!

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thank you so much for this wonderful message — it truly made my day. I’m really happy to hear that you and the boys enjoyed the experience and connected with the stories behind each place. Knowing that the teens felt engaged (and even compared it to Game of Thrones!) is one of the best compliments I could receive. It was a pleasure spending the day with your family — relaxed, fun, and full of curiosity. If you ever return to Portugal, I’d be delighted to explore more with you. Wishing you all the best and safe travel adventures ahead! Warm regards, Hugo

Great tour, great day

Carmen_L, Oct 2025
Tour was enjoyable. Hugo made the day seamless. He was amiable and knowledgeable. Day was long, but well organised and pleasant. Highly suggest.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thank you so much for your kind review! I’m really happy to know you enjoyed the day and found the experience smooth and well-organised. It was a pleasure sharing a bit of Portugal’s history and culture with you. Hope to see you again on another Guru adventure soon! – Hugo

A fabulous tour

Kelly_B, Jul 2025
The owner of this company, Hugh, is what makes the tour. The sites are fabulous but he is an outstanding guide. Very informative personable and a good communicator.

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m truly happy to know that you enjoyed both the sites and the experience with me as your guide. It’s always my goal to make every tour not only informative but also personal and memorable. I deeply appreciate your trust and hope to welcome you again in Portugal for more discoveries.

Nosso guia (Hugo) foi...

ClaudiaMaria_O, Apr 2025
Nosso guia (Hugo) foi incansável, mesmo estando chovendo mostrou-nos tudo com muita presteza e muito conhecimento sobre os sítios visitados. Adoramos o passeio!!!

Response from Host, May 2025

Muito obrigado pelas palavras tão gentis! Foi um prazer enorme acompanhá-los, mesmo com a chuva — o importante é garantir que tenham uma experiência completa e memorável. Fico muito feliz em saber que gostaram do passeio! Espero revê-los em breve para mais descobertas por Portugal! Um grande abraço, Hugo – The Guru Guide
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