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Experience the natural beauty of the Terceira region on this guided half-day hiking tour that takes you through varied terrain including up volcanoes, past lakes, and along cliffside views of the ocean. Along the way, you'll learn about the unique vegetation of the area on a tour that’s both educational and scenic. Private transportation is included for your convenience.

Grown in volcanic soils amid basaltic rocks, Azores wines have a rare character. Discover them without tossing coins for a designated driver on this small-group guided wine experience, direct from your Angra do Heroísmo address. Enjoy a tour and tasting at the wine museum (or a different winery when the museum is shut); discover Biscoitos’ terroir and volcanic pools; taste wines alongside island flavors in a garden; and more.

Discover the remarkable sights of Terceira Island on this intimate tour. A great stop for those seeking natural wonders, to learn about history, or get a cultural fix. Visit a volcano formed from underwater, Victoria Beach, and take in the views from Serra do Cume viewpoint. Get to know the culture of the island at local villages and witness the magnificent landscape.

Discover the best that the Azorean island of Terceira has to offer on a full-day sightseeing tour. Join a small group and visit top landmarks including the old city of Praia da Vitoria, the Algar do Carvao volcano, and several viewpoints. Your tour also includes a lunch stop where you can try the famous clay pot roast of Terceira.

With this culinary adventure through Terceira Island, you don't have to worry about missing out on any local flavors. On this full-day tour, take a journey to discover the best food, snacks, and drinks that this island has to offer. Delve into the cultural significance behind each dish, learning about how locals like to use their spices, the reason behind their unique use of vinegar, their high quality of milk, and the golden hue of their white wine grapes.

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.

Skip the hassle of renting a car and see Terceira’s essential sights in just half a day on this private guided tour, available for vehicles with space for up to 15 travelers, including a wheelchair-adapted van. Savor views of Angra do Heroísmo from Monte Brasil and tour a Spanish fortress; visit a chapel and a historic church; capture shots from the Serra do Cume Viewpoint and admire the Goat Islets.

One of the largest cities in the Azores, Angra do Heroísmo boasts centuries of history and the monuments to match—and this half-day walking tour offers an accessible way to discover it. Pick between morning and afternoon start times, meet your guide in the city center, and set off on foot. You’ll explore everything from theaters and city halls to cathedrals and palaces—and discover why the city has UNESCO World Heritage status.

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.

Explore Terceira Island through its traditional cuisine on this foodie’s tasting tour from Angra do Heroísmo. Following a pickup at your accommodation, travel across Terceira with your guide and savor the island’s fresh flavors. Visit historic sites and popular snack stops the locals love, and sample traditional dishes accompanied by Terceira wines. Along the way, learn of the role food plays in Terceira Island’s culture and society.

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.

This small group tour will take you back in time to the days of WWII, where your guide will tell you all about why Lajes and Praia da Vitoria were military bases during the war. The tour begins with hotel pickup to make things easy, and then you’ll be off to visit the historical war sites. After touring for around four hours, you’ll be dropped back off at your hotel.

This tour is the perfect recipe for a fun day out. You’ll taste your way around the island of Terceira and go sightseeing at the same time. Save hours researching area highlights and planning transport by having everything organized for you. After a hotel pickup, you’ll travel between multiple sites on the island. Highlights of the tour include wine and moonshine tastings, visiting top sightseeing spots, and a delicious barbecue lunch.

Visit the tree main fortresses in Angra do Heroismo on a single tour on Terceira Island. All transportation is provided, as well as in-depth commentary from your guide on the history and architecture of the fortresses. You'll certainly learn more by touring with a guide than you would exploring on your own.

With just one day to explore Terceira Island, a guided tour ensures that you check off all the highlights. On this full-day tour, visit the Algar do Carvão volcano, admire views of Monte Brasil and Serra do Cume, and stop at the Biscoitos natural swimming pools. You also enjoy a typical Azorean lunch and cheese tasting included.

Rocha do Chambre is the name of one of the most beautiful areas to visit in the heart of Terceira Island, here you have the opportunity to discover magical places such as Vale do Azinhal, Juncal, the Chambre viewpoint and other fantastic places.

On this tour we will tour part of the city of Praia Vitória, which is a historic city in the east of Terceira Island, has a beautiful beach of volcanic sand, beautiful landscapes, green areas and historic monuments such as the Miradouro do Facho.

Join us for a full-day adventure exploring Terceira’s most stunning landscapes, charming towns, and must-see highlights at a relaxed pace. Start with breathtaking views from Monte Brasil, then head to the iconic viewpoints of Ilhéu das Cabras and Serra do Cume. Enjoy free time for lunch and exploring in Praia da Vitória (lunch not included), followed by a visit to the volcanic pools of Biscoitos. End the day with a local cheese tasting and stories about Terceira’s traditions. Pickup between 10:00 and 10:15 in Angra do Heroísmo. Return by late afternoon. If time allows, we’ll include bonus stops. A perfect way to connect with the real Terceira.

We start our visit at Monte Brasil, enjoying a panoramic view over the city of Angra do Heroísmo at the Pico das Cruzinhas viewpoint. We continue along the east coast towards Fajã do Ficher, with a panoramic view over the Cabras Islets. A little further we will go to Salga Bay and Mós Bay, which were places with a big importance in the history of Terceira. The next stop is the village of São Sebastião, which has one of the oldest churches on the island. After this stop we go towards the city of Praia da Vitória, where we will stop at the Serra do Facho viewpoint, that offers a privileged view over the city. Finally, we go up to the Serra do Cume viewpoint, where we can see the famous ‘Manta de Retalhos’, the largest caldera in the Azores.

Immerse yourself in the rich arts and crafts heritage of Angra do Heroismo on this tour. Try your hand at traditional embroidery, clay, and tile-making, and visit a local coffee farm to enjoy tastings of coffee, tea, and fresh fruit. This hands-on experience offers a unique blend of creativity and local flavors.

Genuine immersive experience with local guide. Visit the typical Azorean dairy farm, where milking is done by hand, outdoors in the pasture. Direct contact with the animals, including the possibility for visitors to manually milk the cow and taste the milk. It is also possible to pet the cows, take pictures with them and walk around the pastures. Interaction with the farmer who explains the details of his activity. Includes Azorean cheese and wine tasting. Pick up and drop off not included, extra fee will be charged (Free in Praia da Vitória city, 25€ per group in all other locations)

On this visit you will have the opportunity to get to know the interior of the island and here you will have a lot of adventure and learning about the volcanic activity of the Atlantic Ocean. Visit to caves, fumaroles and natural pools included.

Travel all around the east side of Terceira Island and visit a variety of highlights in just one day during this tour. Uncover the history of the island as you take in vistas of the Cume Sierra viewpoint. Keep an eye out for the famed fields where the bulls of Terceira roam, a symbol of the island's rich culture. Plus, before indulging in a delectable lunch at a local restaurant, take the opportunity to explore the city of Praia da Vitória.

This trail takes us into the interior of Terceira Island, passing through some of the highest points in our island - up to 2600ft - walking through amazing japonese cedar plantations and native vegetation, making the viewpoints mesmerizing! Probably the most raw trail on the island and definitely the most challenging. Category: Circular Difficulty: Medium / High Lenght: 9.3 km Time average: 2h30m