Private Knights Templar Tours in Tomar

“A lovely two days in Tomar with our dedicated guide Darren. We learnt all about the Templars and the Convent, Henry the navigator and Gualdim Pais, the Templar Knight who built the city. The tour was a competitive price and the Portuguese cuisine we chose was to die for. Thank you for all your info Darren, it was a pleasure to meet you.”

The Kennedy's - Southport UK​ - Dec 24

“The early bird coffee sessions are something quite different and were delivered very professionally. We chose these as we had already toured the convent and the castle without a guide. Darren brought everything together with his explanation of the Templar’s history and the Order of Christ. Our only regret is we wish we had done things the other way around.”

The Shannon Family - County Cork - Ireland - Dec 24

“Brilliant from start to finish, what a great idea to let you build your own tour. We skipped the churches and the synagogue and instead settled just for the castle and convent and the tour of the castle walls and grounds. The best bit though is that because the numbers are limited to private parties, you get great access to a very knowledgeable guide.”

The Stevenson Family - Glasgow​ UK - Dec 24

“Thank you so much Darren. For a newcomer to the tour guide business, we have only one thing to say, WOW. It’s not just the content, it’s the whole deal. Personality, knowledge, enthusiasm and the fact you hold back from being drawn into religious bias.”

The Johnson’s - Fairbanks Alaska - Dec 24

“Tiring, with lots of medieval steps and cobbled streets, but a very good tour, nevertheless. For us, the Synagogue was a must, as it is a really important part of the city's history with its historic Jewish community. Great to see that this relic has been restored and preserved for future generations to see. So glad we booked with Templar Knights Tours.”

The Berryman Family - Northampton UK - Dec 24

“It rained so much on our tour that we had to abandon the walk in the castle grounds and park which was disappointing. However, Darren suggested altering the tour free of charge and gave us a 3-hour indoor talk all about the Crusades, the Templars and the Order of Christ. The coffee and cakes he provided were great and his knowledge was enlightening. No myth, no conspiracy, just plain hard facts with no extra charge.

Our advice, avoid Tomar in January.”

The Opperman Family - Pretoria SA - Jan 25

“Tomar is a beautiful small city and although we had viewed the convent during our stay we decided to do it again with a professional. The difference it made having Darren there to explain in detail the different architecture, the symbolism of the carvings and the way in which he explained the historical timeline of events was just what we had been missing. Yes you can do it on your own but trust me, it isn’t the same.”

The Peretz Family - Tel Aviv Israel - Jan 25

“We had to cancel our holiday and the tours we had booked with the Templar Knights Tours company due to a sudden family bereavement. We were reimbursed in full, even though we had no right to a refund and received a very comforting email from Hannah. We have promised to book again.”

The Fischer Family - Cologne Germany - Jan 25

“The tour was perfect, the host is amazing and a long term Templar friendship has been formed. Darren is a true gentleman with a heart of gold and Hannah is an incredible human being.”

Maria Alves - Setúbal Portugal - Jan 25

“Darren's tour of the Templar Castle and Convent in Tomar was nothing short of extraordinary. His deep knowledge of the Knights Templar and the history of this UNESCO World Heritage site brought every corner to life. Darren's storytelling made us feel like we were stepping back in time, and his passion for the history of Tomar was truly inspiring. The walk through the castle walls and the intricate details of the Convent's architecture were unforgettable. This tour was the highlight of our trip to Portugal. Thank you, Darren, for an incredible experience!”

T & S Merchant - London - Jan 25

“Don’t go cheap and try and do this yourself. Book a professional guide. It’s well worth the money. Our total for the full day was only 200 euros each + vat including lunch. Thank you Darren, we had a great day and the tour was both funny and factual, we loved the way you cut out the stuffiness.”

The Browns - Auckland NZ - Jan 25

“What a day, it was cold but sunny, it is a pretty city and Darren is a really good tour guide. We booked the Early Bird II & III coffee sessions before we toured the convent and castle and then had lunch at the restaurant Landeira. Everything was perfect. Darren is a lovely guy and clearly loves his city and his job, the passion he has shines through in his work.”

The Singhs - Birmingham UK - Jan 25

“We took the Early Bird Coffee sessions 1 & 2 and then toured the Castle and Convent in Tomar. Thank you Darren, we had a great afternoon.”

Jimmy and Rosemary - County Tyrone - April 25

“Wonderful and informative tour of the Castle, Convent and the spectacular charola (circular church) with the very knowledgeable and engaging Darren, who shared the background and history of the Knights Templar. It was a very enjoyable tour, especially as Darren will customize the tour to your specific interests. My husband and I both highly recommend a tour with Templar Knights Tours.”

Nancy and Miles - Gloucester, Massachusetts - April 25

“What a great experience! Darren is an amazing storyteller, he really brings the history to life in an engaging way. He kept our attention the entire time - and I'm so glad my friends booked this personal tour. He was also extremely patient with our questions, with our MANY questions. Thank you Darren! We will definitely share your information with friends who visit Tomar.”

Sharon S - Santa Barbara - May 2025

“I went on a 1:1 tour with Darren after reaching out last minute, and I’m so glad I did! His deep knowledge of the Templars, combined with a grounded, intuitive way of meeting you exactly where you’re at, made the whole experience rich and meaningful.

Darren shared detailed historical insights about the Convento de Cristo, as well as perspectives drawn from his close Portuguese contacts who work at the Convento, who know many things most do not. What stood out most was how he held both the facts and the myths with integrity, offering grounded truth while also exploring the symbolic and spiritual layers of the Templar legacy. Some of what he shared was genuinely eye-opening.

If you’re looking for a guide who can share real history, honour deeper interpretations, and make you feel totally at ease, Darren is your man - without question.”

Daniel Philips - Portugal August 2025

“Very interesting with beautiful architecture. Darren was friendly and very knowledgeable. Would recommend booking with him as he gave us so much information about the history and the buildings.”

Wales 4 - Cardiff UK - August 2025

“Darren was great! Very very informative and passionate about what he talked to us about, very enjoyable. Thanks Darren.”

Sarah C - UK - August 2025

“The best tour guide on the Templar knights.”

“An excellent, informative, competent guide with an exceptional knowledge of all things Templar or the order of Christ and the city of Tomar, highly recommended.”

The Navigator - Wales - August 2025

“An absolutely great tour. Darren was very knowledgeable and even as a resident myself I found it very informative. Would highly recommend!”

Jason Matthews - Tomar - 2025

“A full tour of the Castle and Convent (What was open!). Darren the tour guide was so knowledgeable and informative. He clearly knows the history of this wonderful place (Tomar and Convento de Cristo). Would definitely recommend.”

Mark M - UK - August 2025

“A fascinating tour. Darren gave us a very enjoyable experience packed with historical information! Really recommend it for anyone visiting Tomar!”

Eloise M - UK - August 2025

“A wonderful experience. Darren was an expert on all things Templar. A must on your visit to
Tomar. Be sure to seek him out while you are in town.”

E T Luft - Nova Scotia Canada - August 2025

“Coffee with a side of History.”

“Spent multiple ‘Coffee mornings’ with Darren. He does a good job of sorting facts from fiction. He does a great narration and engages his audience. Discussions can be wide ranging and he seems always able to weave a bit more of the history back into the conversation.”

“All in all, the coffee sessions are enjoyable, educational and down right fun!”

D Garcia - Tomar - August 2025

“An extremely knowledgeable guide.”

“An excellent enthusiast talk from a knowledgeable amateur historian. I learned so much in a short time about the Templars and Order of Christ.”

John C - Tomar - September 2025

“Great tour in Tomar.”

“A trip with Friends.”

“All day tour, excellent in every respect would suggest anyone coming to Tomar gets in touch and takes Darren for a full day.”

Hamilton White - Portugal - September 2025

Tomar Tour…

“Great and interesting tour. Lots of good info. Ready for next time and to crack the Grail code!”

“Super helpful and tolerant of our diverse group!”

Kim B - Tomar - September 2025

“Trip of a lifetime. Couldn't possibly be better.”

“This was the trip of a lifetime, all thanks to Darren. He is highly knowledgeable, very accommodating and best of all, excellent company. I will be back.”

Andy B - Wigan UK - September 2025

Above and beyond.

“Darren is an amazing guide. His knowledge of the Knights Templar is extensive and he knows locations off the beaten track. He went out of his way to source eateries and transport, even when it wasn't part of his tour package. He’s also a really nice chap. I will book him again for next year.”

Sara G - UK - September 2025

“Great Templar Tour service.”

“Solid historical information. He’s very knowledgeable and, If something doesn't have a basis in fact, he'll tell you. Really enjoyed it.”

Laurie M - Tomar - September 2025

Excellent…

“Darren was extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic student of the history of Knights Templar. Highly recommend Darren’s services and again, appreciate what private tours offer as a far better experience than large group tours.”

Terry D - Porto - September 2025

Convento de Cristo e Templários.

“Darren picked us up at the hotel, right on time. The tour of the Covent of Christ was full of history and insightful. We would have been lost without Darren’s knowledge. We highly recommend it.”

Carolina - Lisbon - September 2025

“Darren provided an encapsulating narrative of the Knights Templar in Portugal with special focus on Tomar. The tour was personalized to our walking needs and captured the essence of of the Templars. Darren is a wealth of historical facts and myths plus adds some knowledge only a person with several years of research on-site could acquire. My wife and I highly recommend Darren to anyone wishing for a relaxed and insightful tour of Tomar's history.”

P Blixt - Canada - October 2025

“We are a large group of medieval history enthusiast friends who holiday together, with a wide range of ages and equally wide range of mobility issues. Darren helped us in advance of our week-long trip to Portugal by supporting our planning for Tomar and our transfers to and from Lisbon. Darren assisted us in choosing restaurants, transport, and places to visit. Darren repeatedly went beyond our expectations, for example, organising a birthday cake for one of our knights. We recommend Darren's Templar tours, whether you know nothing about the Templars and want to learn, or you are a Medieval history academic looking to see the sites you've studied. Darren fit in completely with our group and was very adept and patient at adapting to our needs.”

Sauniere Society UK - September 2025

“Incredible tour! Darren took us to all the Templar sites and provided both the facts and the myths. An outstanding source of information! This is the tour to take in Tomar.”

D Wilson - Queensland - October 2025

“We had a fantastic tour with Darren today. He is very knowledgeable, extremely accommodating, passionate about Templars making him an excellent tour guide. You won’t be disappointed if you take a tour with Darren.”

Sue Wiggins - Cascais - October 2025

“Great Experience.”

“Darren is very knowledgeable.”

“Explains in details every single detail of the monuments. Respectful and respects the tourist pace.”

M Kondalborie - Cascais - October - 2025

“A fabulous private tour of the Convent and Tomar.”

“Darren is a brilliant guide. He took us to the obvious wonderful places in the Convent but also some hidden corners. He’s truly expert in the history of the Knights Templar, Tomar and Portugal. He carefully distinguishes between myth and provable facts, so one can understand the stories but also what is historically accurate. All told, a fabulous private tour!”

Dave - Lisbon - November 2025

“Fascinating history into the myths and mysteries of the Templar Knights. Darren helps separate fact from fiction while explaining how intrinsic the Templars are to the history of Portugal. Can’t wait to book another tour with him!”

Tibby Gold - USA - November 2025

“Very informative and well explained. A charming knowledgeable person. Thanks Darren!”

Elizabeth Morgan - Canada - November 2025

“Fantastic guide. Excellent knowledge and just a terrific person to show you Templar sites.”

Lawrence Hooker - UK - November 2025

“Just as described, the tour was indeed five star. Darren is great at holding your attention, has the knowledge to back up the structure of the tour and is not afraid of answering difficult questions. My husband was very impressed.”

Florence and Peter M - Northern Ireland - November 2025

“Wonderful private tour of the Convent and other sites. One of best tours ever. Darren was deeply knowledgeable and entertaining!”

Dave Gold - US - December 2025