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This is an excellent pick for first-time visitors to Terceira. Get the most out of your time by going on a comprehensive day tour that covers the island’s best views and most spectacular scenery. Avoid the hassle of organizing car rental and enjoy having a driver for the day to take you between dispersed sites.

During this sunset experience, travelers will enjoy breathtaking views as the sky transforms with warm, golden colors. At the same time, they’ll have the chance to taste local gastronomy, discovering authentic flavors and regional specialties. Between delicious food, great company, and stunning scenery, this is the perfect way to relax and experience the local culture at its best.

Discover the geological systems of Terceira on a full-day excursion to underground caves. Alongside a private guide, explore the island and see how ancient volcanic eruptions shaped the landscapes that we see today. Visit Christmas Cave and the Algar do Carvão lava tube, or even a few caves that are not open to the public, and learn about each destination from your guide.

The beautiful island of Terceira is known for its rugged beauty. Take the stress out of driving on unfamiliar roads by exploring Terceira in a 4x4. Having a driver for the day means you can let someone else navigate, while you focus on taking in the sights. Go down rural roads that are mostly used by farmers, and see pretty flora and fauna. A tasty barbecue lunch is included with unlimited beer and wine.

The Portuguese Island of Terceira lies in the North Atlantic Ocean, a natural haven of exciting outdoor adventure. On this full-day private tour, explore the beautiful Azores archipelago with your guide. Cast your line on a fishing tour, hike through dense forests, and experience the best of Terceira by sea and land—with lunch and hotel pickup included.

Come and explore the Fortes de São Sebastião trail, on Terceira island, accompanied by a guide throughout the activity. You will have the opportunity to appreciate ruins of military forts of the XVI and XVII century along the coast, marvel at the volcanic landscapes, and experience contact with nature. You'll be surrounded by the sea as well as endemic vegetation such as the erica azorica. The trail is short, on average it will take approx. 2h30, is of moderate difficulty, and is not flat (difference of approx. 50m-70m in altitude).

If you want to spend a day immersed in the beautiful Azorean nature and capture photos of your journey, then this excursion is right for you. Alongside a private guide, enjoy a full day of exploring the volcanic island of Terceira, from sunrise to sunset. You can do one or more trails at a pace that feels right for you and learn several photography techniques to capture photos of your time.

Explore Terceira Island the stress-free way with this comprehensive private tour. Visit the amazing Monte Brasil, a volcano formed underwater, the beautiful old church Imperio do Espirito Santo de Sao Sebastiao, the charming village of Ponta dos Biscoitos and much more. This is the perfect way to understand the culture and history of this special island, as well as its unique natural environment.

Experience the beauty of the natural world at its most ferocious with this Terceira island volcano tour. Walk inside the empty volcano (which last erupted 2000 years ago), see the impact of sulfur on the local surroundings, and finally enjoy Gruta do Natal (‘Christmas Cave’), an amazing lava tunnel. This is a rare opportunity to explore one of nature’s most mysterious and powerful forces close up.

Terceira Island, located in the heart of the Azores archipelago, is a land of contrasts and natural charms. With about 400 square kilometers, it is the third largest island in the archipelago and a destination full of history, culture and scenic beauty. The island owes its name to the fact that it was the third to be discovered by Portuguese navigators in the fifteenth century.

Discover one of the biggest volcanic craters in the Azores as you embark on a bike ride from Praia da Vitoria. Join a small group and ride through Terceira’s countryside, surrounded by rolling pastures and cows. Cross over tectonic plates, learning about the island’s geology as you go, and pass by several stratovolcanoes throughout your ride.

Agriculture is a huge part of the culture of the Azores and what better way to learn about it than with a hands-on experience. Take a tour of a dairy factory and see the different stages of the operation. Visit cows in the fields, participate in the milking process, and even feed some of the animals. Afterward, enjoy a typical lunch made with local ingredients. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Traditional history relates that the Azores remained undiscovered until the Portuguese arrived in 1427, but Terceira is home to several much older structures. Discover them on this unique tour with a private guide who knows the walking routes—and even discovered one site. Learn about the different theories as you visit a megalithic complex and a Roman columbarium (where urns were stored), and follow an ancient trail carved by oxcarts.

No need to worry about being stuck in a crowded vehicle with this tour that takes you on a private Jeep journey through Terceira Island. Delve into the Azores as you drive along dirt roads. Arrive in Monte Brasil, where a panoramic view of Angra do Heroísmo awaits. Traverse the Serra da Ribeirinha, meandering through the viewpoints and charming villages. Plus, pickup from your hotel is included for your convenience.