Tours in Angra do Heroísmo

Come and discover the architecture and culture of this World Heritage city on a walking tour of its streets and monuments, while watching the activities of some of the locals. You can also try some local sweets and discover the best-kept places in this city.

This tour focuses on the interior dirt roads of Terceira Island, exploring the rich nature ever present in the Azores. We start our tour picking up the travellers in the hotel lobby and visiting Monte Brasil, where we have a bird's eye view of Angra do Heroísmo. Following this, we'll drive through the dirt roads of Serra da Ribeirinha, passing by different viewpoints and villages, with several opportunities for pictures. After lunch, we may visit Algar do Carvão (tickets not included), where we can learn all sorts of things about volcanic eruptions and their formations. The tour ends by dropping the traveller off at their hotel.

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.

This tour is meant to show you what our Island Barbecue is all about! We will start by going to the local market and get everything needed for our lunch, which provides us the chance of getting your favorite foods and drinks! The local market gives us the opportunity to choose from a variety of meats, fishes and vegetables that we can bring to our barbecue. After we are all set and done with both food and drinks, we will choose the best outdoor location, according to both the weather and the day (holidays and weekends are very busy), and we'll set camp and start cooking! Everything on this activity is included in terms of equipment and both the foods and drinks are also included in the price, as long as approved by our tour guide, which will also be cooking for you! Transportation is also included from your hotel and back to it.

Passagem das Bestas, is a 4-hour walk on a 4 km trail in the interior of the island of Terceira, and takes place in a protected area belonging to the Terceira natural park. On this trail it is possible to observe relheiras (marks of ox cart wheels) that for centuries transported wood from the interior of the island) engraved in volcanic rock; be amazed by the beauty of Caldeira Guilherme Moniz (volcano crater); fall in love with the endemic and invasive flora; discover breathtaking landscapes; relax to the sound of migratory and resident birds in the Azores. The trail is of medium difficulty, on terrain with few flat parts, has a maximum elevation of 100 m, is a circular route and is approximately 4 km long.

This service an airport transfer for larger groups that can either start at the airport/harbor or at the accommodation! We use comfortable vehicles, with professional drivers to welcome our guests to the island. The driver will pick up / drop off all travelers.

Comfort One Way or Round-trip Transfer from Lajes Field International Airport (TER) to Terceira island hotels or return. All Vehicles fully licensed and insured. Our cars are equipped with all necessary facilities for a trip to any part of the world under any weather conditions, including additional fastenings for sports and other equipment. On your request, we have child seats for all ages. Vehicles are clean inside and outside; our drivers always are well dressed and always pay attention to our guests. They speak English. They will meet you with a name sign and help with your luggage.

This is the opportunity to experience a Sunset on the horizon behind two other islands of the central group. Also, embrace Nature as you have a picnic with some local products. On the way, we will make a short stop at Lagoa das Patas, so that you can enjoy another element of Nature.

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 a journey through Terceira Island, highlighting the most beautiful views, villages and volcanoes! See the island through our eyes, unveil the culture, history and grandeur of our island, while involving yourself in all of what nature has to give! This product is the perfect choice for larger groups.