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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.

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.

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

Dare to try out the best we have for an afternoon. First, we go to heaven, driving by car to Serra da Ribeirinha. An amazing view of the city, the Monte Brasil volcano, and Vila de São Mateus. On most days, you may even be surprised to see the island of São Jorge and the island of Pico with its imposing mountain. A few steps and you have a view of Ilhéu das Cabras islet , Fradinhos islet, and the entire south coast, lots of cows, and green fields with typical dry-stone walls. Descended and began the path to the depths of the earth on this visit to Algar do Carvão. An ancient dormant volcano, in this Algar visitors can descend to a depth of around 330 feet (100 meters). A few more minutes on the road and we visit the fumaroles. Now it's time to catch your breath and head to a winery to taste the famous volcanic wine and discover how these unique people were able to find an ingenious way to transform stone into wine. The final will be at the Biscoitos Natural Pools. 37 Miles (60 Km).

Discover the magic of Terceira Island on an exclusive private tour designed for those who value comfort, flexibility, and authentic experiences. Along the way, you’ll explore iconic spots such as Monte Brasil, stunning viewpoints like Serra do Cume and Serra do Facho, and natural wonders including Algar do Carvão and the Natural Pools of Biscoitos. Each stop reveals unique landscapes, fascinating stories, and the true essence of the Azores. No rush, no crowds – just you, your group, and a dedicated guide making this day unforgettable. Get ready for moments that will stay with you forever!

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.

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.

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.

Experience the beauty of Terceira Island, a stunning gem in the middle of the Atlantic, filled with breathtaking natural landscapes waiting to be explored. This tour perfectly blends culture and adventure, taking you on a journey through the island’s most spectacular highlights. Explore the volcanic origins of the island at Monte Brasil, where you’ll walk around the peninsula and enjoy panoramic views from above, offering a unique perspective of this ancient underwater volcano. Step back in time in the picturesque village of São Sebastião, one of the island’s earliest settlements. Here, you’ll discover charming streets, historic churches, and traditional Holy Spirit chapels that reflect Terceira’s deep cultural roots. The journey concludes at the breathtaking Serra do Cume viewpoint, where you can admire the striking landscape of a collapsed volcano, with its famous patchwork of green fields stretching as far as the eye can see.

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.

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.

The trail is situated in the centre of Terceira island and along the way we will observe the endemic flora of the Azores, large pastures and even some of the island´s fauna. Today's main attraction is “Rocha de Chambre ", a vertical wall located at 708m above sea level with a splendid view over Azinhal valley, Pico Alto. After this climb, time to admire the view from the Pico das Caldeirinhas and Pico Vermelho volcanic caldera. The last part of the trail passes along a dry stone wall in an area dominated by Azorean heather, an endemic floral specie. After lunch, time to get amazed with Algar do Carvão, a volcanic chimney that is, without doubt, the best known volcanic cave in the Azores. Driving to Angra do Heroísmo, we still have time for a short stop to visit Quinta dos Açores..