Tour Overview
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7 Days, 6 Nights Take a private guided tour around these two islands and get to know the best they have to offer.
Terceira Island in the Azores is a charming tourist destination renowned for its rich history, vibrant culture, and lush landscapes. Visitors can explore historic towns with colorful architecture, visit ancient fortresses, and wander through picturesque vineyards. The island offers opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, diving, and whale watching, as well as traditional festivals and bullfights. With its stunning scenery, welcoming locals, and unique blend of old-world charm and natural beauty, Terceira Island promises a memorable and authentic Azorean experience for travelers seeking a mix of adventure and culture. Angra do Heroísmo is the capital city of Terceira and a captivating destination steeped in history and charm. This UNESCO World Heritage site boasts cobblestone streets lined with colorful buildings, historic churches, and impressive fortifications. Visitors can explore the city's rich maritime past at museums, enjoy panoramic views from Monte Brasil, and savor local cuisine in quaint cafes. The city hosts lively cultural events and traditional festivals, offering a glimpse into Azorean traditions. With its old-world charm, picturesque setting, and warm hospitality, Angra do Heroísmo is a must-visit destination for travelers seeking a blend of history, culture, and natural beauty.
Faial Island is a captivating destination known for its stunning landscapes, vibrant culture, and rich maritime heritage. Visitors can explore the picturesque town of Horta with its colorful marina, visit the impressive Caldeira crater, and relax on beautiful sandy beaches. The island is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, offering hiking trails, whale watching opportunities, and world-class diving spots. Faial is also famous for its annual yachting events, attracting sailors from around the world. With its natural beauty, welcoming locals, and unique blend of adventure and relaxation, Faial Island promises an unforgettable Azorean experience. Horta City is a charming and picturesque tourist destination that offers a unique blend of natural beauty, maritime history, and vibrant culture. Visitors can stroll along the colorful marina adorned with painted sailboat murals, explore historic streets lined with traditional white houses, and visit the iconic Peter's Cafe Sport. The city's welcoming atmosphere, stunning views of Pico Mountain, and proximity to beautiful beaches make it a perfect base for exploring Faial Island. With its rich maritime heritage, lively cultural scene, and breathtaking scenery, Horta City is a must-visit destination for travelers seeking an authentic Azorean experience.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Terceira
Arrival and transfer service from the airport to hotel. Spend 3 nights in Terceira with breakfast included. Rest of the day free.
Day 2 - Terceira | Full day Tour of Terceira
Your driver/guide will meet you in the hotel lobby for a full day tour of the island. Depart by the south coast to Praia da Vitoria via Porto Judeu, a small fishing village. Then stop at Sao Sebastiao and its 15th parish church. Nearby is an "imperio", a small chapel that is characteristic of the towns in the Azores. Imperio is central to the religious festivals of the Holy Ghost (Espirito Santo) popular throughout the Azores. These festivals are of medieval origin but are now seldom seen in mainland Europe. Terceira boasts the most colorful imperio. Praia da Vitoria is a charming town with a main square and a pedestrian shopping street. Time for lunch (not included) in Praia. Take the mountain road up to Serra do Cume for a view of the rolling, multi-hued green fields, bordered by stone walls and hydrangeas and the harbor of Praia in the distance. Then to Algar do Carvao, a huge lava tube about 300 feet long with stalactites and stalagmites. The cave is open June 1 through September 30. Continue to Biscoitos on the north coast to see the natural lava swimming pools. Return to your hotel by way of the typical villages of Altares, Doze Ribeiras and Sao Mateus.
Day 3 - Terceira
Enjoy exploring town on this free day.
Day 4 - Terceira | Faial
Check out of the Hotel in Terceira and transfer to the Airport. Arrival transfer service from the airport in Horta to the hotel. Spend 3 nights at a Hotel in Horta with daily buffet breakfast included. Since their discovery in the 14th century, the Azores Islands have played an important role as a staging and victualing point for ships crossing the Atlantic, an enviable location for nations with New World colonies. Many conflicts between colonizing nations (Portugal, Spain, England) took place near Horta. Today now peaceful Horta is famous for its yacht harbor, a haven for trans-Atlantic yachts and sailboats. Visiting crews paint the harbor walls with names and pictures of their vessels. Free Rest of the day. Please contact us for additional tour or activities.
Day 5 - Faial | Full day Tour of Faial
Meet your driver/guide in the lobby for your Full Day Island Tour. Enjoy this tour through the mountain road overlooking the Valley of Flamengos, toward Caldeira, the highest point on the island. Continue north to Capelinhos, site of the last volcanic eruption in the Azores, that occurred in the years of 1957-58 which added 2 square km to this island. The earthquakes and ashes destroyed much of the west side of the island prompting many islanders to immigrate to North America and from where many now come to visit again or just to see where their families came from. During the tour, a visit to the Center of Interpretation of the volcano Capelinhos will show how all happened (subject to business hours).
Day 6 - Faial
Free day to explore the city of Horta and enjoy its famous Marina and other interesting landmarks, museums and restaurants.
Day 7 - Faial
Meet your driver/guide in the lobby of the hotel and transfer to the airport.