Tours & Activities Azores Geology private full day tour
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Geology private full day tour

Private tour Instant confirmation
Duration8 hrs–9 hrs
Tour style Private
Meeting / pickupPickup may be available
LanguagesPortuguese, English, Spanish
ConfirmationInstant

Overview

Visits to Algar do Carvão may be limited due to visitor center works

Open (14:00 - 18:00 summer/ 14:30 - 17:30 winter). October-April close on Sun, Mon and Thursdays

Lets embark on a journey spanning 3.5 million years?
On this full-day tour, guided by a geologist, we will visit the most scenic points of interest, which just so happen to coincide with some of our most interesting geological features. We'll have the opportunity to explore concepts like vulcano-stratigraphy or polygenetic volcanoes. Along the way, we'll also discuss history and cultural heritage. Bring your swimsuit if you want to take a dip in one of the island’s famous natural swimming pools (weather permitting). And of course, we'll visit Gruta do Natal and Algar do Carvão.
By the end of the day, you’ll have a comprehensive understanding of the geological history and geodiversity of Terceira Island.

The experience is a fully customizable private tour, custom-made according to your personal needs and wishes.

What's included

Included

  • Private tour
  • Hotel Pick up and drop off
  • Geologist expert guide

Not included

  • Tickets to Algar do Carvão - €10.00 and Gruta do Natal (Christmas cave) - €9.00. Combo ticket €15.00
  • Food and drinks

Itinerary / What to expect

Monte Brasil

Freguesia da Se, Angra do Heroismo, Portugal
1 hrs

Sightseeing

Ribeirinha

Ribeirinha, Portugal
30 min

Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way

Porto Judeu

Porto Judeu, Portugal
Pass by

Pass by

Salga

Salga, Portugal
1 hr 20 min

Walk, Scenic views

Vila de Sao Sebastiao

Vila de Sao Sebastiao, Portugal
Pass by

pass by

Serra do Cume Viewpoint

Rua Nossa Senhora da Saude, 23, Serra do Cume, Praia da Vitoria, Portugal
1 hrs

Photo stop, Scenic drive, Scenic views on the way

Praia da Vitoria

Praia da Vitoria, Portugal
1 hrs

Sightseeing (optional)

Terceira

Terceira, Portugal
1 hrs

Swimming (optional), Scenic drive, Scenic views on the way

Biscoitos

Biscoitos, Portugal
1 hrs

Sightseeing, Swimming, Regional food (optional)

Gruta do Natal

Angra do Heroismo, 9700-000, Portugal
45 min Admission not included

Visit, Guided tour

Furnas do Enxofre

Porto Judeu, Portugal
30 min

Visit, Guided tour, Walk

Algar do Carvao

Estrada Algar Do Carvao, Center of Island, Porto Judeu, Portugal
45 min Admission not included

Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour

Meeting point, pickup & return

Start / meeting point

We will meet at "Praça velha", main square, just in front of the city hall main door.

Pickup details

Pickup may be available

We will meet at "Praça velha", main square, just in front of the city hall main door or we will pick you up at your hotel.

  • I will meet at the departure point
  • I will contact the supplier later
  • Hotel Do Caracol
  • Palacio Santa Catarina
  • Terceira Mar Hotel

Return / end point

We will meet at "Praça velha", main square, just in front of the city hall main door.

Tour options

This experience may be offered in different versions. Live availability above shows the options available for your date and traveler mix.

Geology private full day tour

Pickup included

Good to know before you book

Traveler ages & booking size

  • Infants: ages 1–5
  • Children: ages 6–11
  • Adults: ages 12–99

Booking size: 1–4 travelers per reservation.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Ticket information

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

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Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.