Day tripsCountriesPortugalCoimbraCoimbra to Tomar and Batalha: Private, guided full-day tour

Coimbra to Tomar and Batalha: Private, guided full-day tour

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Private tour with a local expert

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About your trip

With a tour guide, witness two of Portugal’s most revered religious monuments in one route. Tomar’s Convent of Christ reveals Templar intrigue, while Batalha’s monastery stands as a Gothic masterpiece and UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Exclusively yours: A premium experience for your group only
Insider insight: Local tips and stories you won’t find online
Perfect balance: Expert guidance with freedom to explore
Ideal for all travelers: Families, friends, or solo adventurers
From €186
Private group ride
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotal€558

What to expect

Your day trip begins wherever you are

Meet your guide right where you prefer in Coimbra whenever suits you best. No time wasted getting to the pickup point, grab your bag and start your trip right away.

Discover more with local expertise

Your guide is both your expert behind the wheel and knowledgeable host throughout the day. They’ll manage the day’s itinerary, share stories and local knowledge, and make each moment along the route feel richer. At every stop, they’re by your side.

Guided experience with space to explore

Spend two hours delving into Tomar’s medieval allure, then two more admiring Batalha’s ornate cloisters. With seamless drives of under an hour each, your guide, who is also a professional driver, maximizes your time exploring these monumental gems.

Perfect for any private group

Whether you're traveling solo, as a family with kids, or as a large group, this service is tailored for your comfort and flexibility. It's the ideal option especially if you have limited time or a busy schedule.

Good to know

  • Two-way private car transfer in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Personalized pickup and drop-off
  • Private professional English-speaking driver-guide
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
  • Attraction admission details specified in the itinerary section below
  • Official guided tours inside attractions in Tomar and Batalha can be purchased separately - inform us in advance for itinerary planning
From €186
Private group ride
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotal€558

Your trip at a glance

Your trip at a glance

Start in Coimbra
You choose the pickup spot.
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Tomar
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 3 hours - admission not included
Tomar
Tomar
Tomar
Tomar
Tomar
Tomar
Tomar
Visit Tomar, a quiet and lushly green city overlooked by a historic fortress. Enjoy a guided tour of Tomar, starting at the magnificent Convento de Cristo, a UNESCO-recognized treasure built by warrior monks. See the Maueline window and the Charola rotunda, and then head below to enjoy peaceful walks through the green labyrinth of the Mata Nacional dos Sete Montes. From there, your guide can take you to the Old Town and the Praca da Republica, where you can explore the elegant arcades, templar cross tiles, and tiny local shops. Visitors should try the local cherry liquor, Ginjinha, at a riverside cafe and consider strolling along the castle walls for sweeping views over Tomar’s tiled rooftops.
2
Batalha
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 2 h 30 min - admission not included
Batalha
Batalha
Batalha
Batalha
Batalha
Gothic beauty and royal tombs await in Batalha’s sky-high masterpiece of stone and silence. Stone tells a story in Batalha, where faith, art, and national pride rise in symmetry. Begin at the Mosteiro da Batalha, a UNESCO World Heritage marvel where flying buttresses and intricate carvings reach heavenward. Step into the Cloisters of King Joao I, where light dances through lace-like stone. Don’t miss the hauntingly beautiful Capelas Imperfeitas - roofless, majestic, and open to the sky. End with a taste of local tradition: try Cavacas or Brisa do Lis from a nearby cafe, with a view of this timeless Portuguese monument.
Back to Coimbra
We’ll take you back to your starting point.
Duration of the stops can be changed upon request after booking
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The Convent of Christ (Convento de Cristo), a UNESCO World Heritage site, showcases 700 years of Portuguese architectural styles in one complex. Its highlight is the unique Manueline-style Charola, an ornate round church originally built by the Knights Templar. You'll marvel at the famous Chapter House window with its intricate maritime motifs symbolizing Portugal's Age of Discovery and explore cloisters spanning Gothic, Manueline, and Renaissance styles.
Batalha Monastery (Mosteiro da Batalha), another UNESCO site, commemorates Portugal's pivotal 1385 victory over Castile at the Battle of Aljubarrota, which secured Portuguese independence. This Gothic masterpiece took over 150 years to build and houses tombs of the Aviz dynasty, including King Joao I. The Unfinished Chapels with their open-air, star-vaulted ceilings represent one of Portugal's most impressive architectural achievements.
From Coimbra to Tomar takes approximately 1 hour (about 80 km), while Tomar to Batalha is roughly 45 minutes (60 km). The return from Batalha to Coimbra is about 1 hour (75 km). Your private driver handles all transportation through central Portugal's scenic countryside, allowing you to focus on enjoying the journey and sights without navigation concerns.
Both monuments offer distinct yet equally impressive experiences. Tomar's Convent of Christ provides more diverse architectural styles and deeper connections to Templar and maritime history, with extensive grounds to explore. Batalha Monastery offers more concentrated Gothic grandeur with spectacular stone craftsmanship

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