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The tour of Lagoons & Volcanoes is a combination of two activities ( a walking trail and afternoon minivan tour with focus on the volcanology aspect) with lunch with drinks included, in a total of 8 hours of tour. Enjoy the morning part through the hiking trail of Mistérios Negros, a 5-kilometer walk that stands out for its extreme natural beauty, be it lagoons and cryptomeria forests or endemic vegetation (Azoric), or even volcanic landscape. Its level of difficulty is medium, with ap. 100 mt, in an irregular terrain. In the afternoon part you're invited to visit the interior of an empty volcano, walk through a fumarolic field, explore the interior of the lava tunnel of Gruta do Natal, and stroll through the natural pools in the parish of Biscoitos. We inform that the stop of Algar do Carvão is closed since October, and will be for 18 months, due to construction works in their visitors center.

Discover the stunning scenery of Portugal’s Azores islands on a half-day hike around Terceira Island. Enjoy a guided hike along coastal tracks and mountain valley trails, admiring the island’s volcanic landscapes, glittering lakes, and dramatic rock formations along the way.

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.

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.

Experience the beauty of Terceira Island and find the best photography spots with this private one-day tour. With a totally personalized itinerary, take on as many trails as you like, coming into contact with the traces of volcanic activity that make this island unique. A guide knowledgeable about photography will accompany you, meaning you’ll get the perfect photos to remember your time by.

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.

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.

Explore Terceira Island in the Azores at your own pace in this private tour of the top attractions. Pick and choose the attractions that most interest you, or let your guide curate a unique experience for your day. From volcanoes to natural pools, churches to belvederes, you will learn all about the life and history of the Azores.

Spend a day on the water by going on a peaceful fishing trip in the Azores. You won’t have to worry if it’s your first time fishing as you’ll be taught fishing skills from your guide. While you’re fishing, you’ll get access to spectacular views that you wouldn’t see otherwise. No need to bring food with you as the staff on the boat will cook your freshly-caught fish and treat you to a generous lunch with salads, bread, island cheeses, and unlimited wine, beer, and soft drinks included.

The Relax Tour along the coast of Terceira Island is a relaxing tour along the coast, where you can enjoy nature and swim in the best-known places but also in those that few know about, which makes them even more relaxing and peaceful. Lunch will be at a place by the sea.

Embark with us on this amazing three day journey where you can experience a combination of nature and landscape, with gastronomy and local culture. The three days include not only a hiking trail walk per day, but also visits to the most beautiful spots on the island like the natural monuments of Algar do Carvão and Gruta do Natal, the natural swimming pools and vineyards of Biscoitos, the miradouro of Serra do Cume and the natural reservation of Parque das Frechas in Agualva. Get prepared for an amazing aventure with TuriAzores! NOTE: ALGAR DO CARVÃO MONUMENT IS CLOSED FOR WORKS ON THEIR INTERPRETATION CENTER FOR 18 MONTHS (SUMMER 2026)

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).

Come create a unique mixed media roof tile while overlooking the ocean and being surrounded by inspiration, no art experience necessary. Please note: this is NOT a fine art class or PaintNite type of class. Each person will walk away with a unique tile or canvas created by them. Includes a homemade traditional lunch, with drinks