Description

Terceira Island

One of the gems of the Azores archipelago, offers a captivating blend of history, nature, and adventure.  

Known for its vibrant UNESCO-listed capital, Angra do Heroismo, the island boasts charming streets, centuries-old architecture, and a rich cultural heritage.  

Explore the Algar do Carvao volcanic cave, a natural wonder where you can descend into the heart of an ancient volcano, or hike through the lush green landscapes of the Serra do Cume with panoramic views of patchwork fields. 

The island’s traditions come to life through its unique festivals, bull-running events, and traditional Azorean cuisine.  

Be sure to savour local dishes like alcatra, a slow-cooked beef stew, and enjoy the warm hospitality of the islanders. 

Terceira is also a paradise for ocean lovers, with its stunning coastline, offering opportunities for snorkelling, diving, and even swimming with dolphins.  

Whether you’re drawn to its volcanic landscapes or its cultural treasures, Terceira Island promises an unforgettable Azorean adventure. 

Pico Island

Home to Portugal’s highest peak, Mount Pico, is a haven for nature enthusiasts and adventurers.

This volcanic island offers incredible hiking opportunities, with the climb to the summit rewarding you with breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding Atlantic Ocean and neighbouring islands.

For those who prefer to stay at sea level, Pico is also renowned for its stunning coastline and crystal-clear waters, perfect for whale watching, diving, and swimming.

Known as the “Island of Wine”, Pico’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed vineyards are an extraordinary sight, with vines growing between black lava stone walls.

Take the opportunity to visit local wineries and sample the island’s unique wines, particularly the famed Verdelho.

Pico’s volcanic landscapes, combined with its rich maritime culture and delicious gastronomy, make it a must-visit destination in the Azores.

Whether you’re scaling its volcanic peaks or sipping its wines, the island offers a captivating mix of natural beauty and cultural heritage.

Your Accommodation: 

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The Hotel was built in a listed historic building from the 18th century, in Angra do Heroismo on the island of Terceira, a world heritage city. 

Passionate about hospitality and reading, the Hotel brings a new concept to the city. In our bar, you enjoy a drink while immersing yourself in a unique literary atmosphere.  

A collection of 5,000 books is at your disposal, every visit promises an exciting discovery.  

With 45 rooms inspired by the most iconic literary works, we also have an area to relax. 

The Classic rooms where the magic of words comes to life in every corner.  

Imagine yourself immersed in an atmosphere where the pages of your favourite books unfold before your eyes.  

Immerse yourself in imaginary worlds while enjoying the comfort and luxury of your private retreat. 

Some of the rooms offer a balcony that opens onto the blue immensity of the sea, where the sound of the waves whispers ancient secrets. In every detail, the decoration evokes a serene elegance, inviting the guest to relax among the subtle comfort and poetic charm of the space. On the balcony, the sky and the ocean meet, and time seems suspended, creating an environment where beauty and tranquillity intertwine. 

The rooms are equipped with a desk and a flat-screen TV. Each room includes robe. 

Pico Island

The Hotel is a tourist Village lying on a serene escape for those seeking a peaceful retreat.

The wineries on Pico Island have an origin dating back to the 15th-century colonization and the development of viticulture. The island’s inhabitants-built stone “currais” and adegas (wineries) to address various climatic challenges posed by this volcanic origin island, such as strong winds and sea spray.

Each house in the Hotel represents these typical island wineries, constructed with volcanic basalt, respecting the entire history of the island.

Coincidentally and luckily, the Hotel is situated on “Rua das Adegas” (Winery Street).

Guests can immerse themselves in the beauty of the surroundings where the landscape is gifted with the imposing mountain and immense sea.

The village is designed to seamlessly blend with the natural surroundings of the island, providing a cosy and welcoming atmosphere.

The accommodation is thoughtfully arranged, offering a comfortable and rustic charm that complements the rural setting.

With a commitment to preserving the tranquillity and charm of the landscape, The village offers warm and genuine hospitality that invites guests to unwind and reconnect with nature.

Activities included in Package: 

Terceira Island

Uncover the Island – This full-day tour will take you around the south, east, north and centre parts of Terceira Island. Tour highlights include stops at Monte Brasil, Salga Bay, São Sebastiao church, Serra do Cume viewpoint, Praia da Vitoria, the ancient volcanic caves of Algar do Carvao, and the Wine Museum. This tour also includes lunch at a traditional restaurant where you’ll have the chance to try the beloved local dish of Alcatra de Carne (pot roast cooked slowly in a traditional clay pot).

Cheese and Dairy Farm Experience – Visit a traditional dairy farm having the experience of being in contact with the animals. You will have the opportunity to milk a cow by hand, as well as drink natural milk directly from the animal. You will also meet the mascot cow, take photos with the animals and even feed a calf (baby cow) with a bottle.

It also includes a visit to the oldest cheese factory on the island of Terceira with artisanal production ending with a tasting of the cheeses produced in the factory accompanied by 1 drink of your choice.

Pico Island

Pico Unique Wine Tradition – Are you a Wine Lover? So this is your tour! Fantastic opportunity to test your five senses: smell, sight, taste, hearing and touch through the internationally famous wines of Pico and its culture. Traveling back in time, this activity is also a tour through villages of black houses made of volcanic stone, vineyards and wineries so you can deeply understand the Pico Wine Culture, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Have lunch in a local restaurant discovering the local food.

Exploring Lava Tunnels – Put your helmet on and join the tribe for this underground adventure inside the almost unexplored Pico lava tunnels. On this tour, we will use helmets, overalls and headlamps, to explore the maximum interior of some of the caves of Pico Island, getting to know the unique lava formations and bacteria in a path made of black lava resulting from the eruptions of the island’s volcanoes.

Optional Activities:

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Exploring the Volcanos £ 75 – Learn about Terceira’s volcanic origins and see a few up close with this unique geological tour of the island’s lava caves, ancient craters, sulphur pits and fumaroles, and plenty of beautiful sights and views along the way! This half-day tour will cover all of Terceira’s beautiful geologic wonders.

Swimming with Dolphins in the Wild (Jun-Sep) £ 110– Initially, a short simulation will get you used to the equipment and teach you the best way to enter the ocean, minimizing the impact on the dolphins for a safe and respectful approach. Then the Vigia, a person who searches for whales and dolphins, will guide the boat to a dolphin area. It will be an unforgettable experience watching and listening to them in their natural habitat.

Snorkelling to witness the Wildlife (Jun-Sep) £ 50 – Snorkelling is safe and easy for everyone curious to discover and learn more about marine life. After a safety briefing and a short simulation, so you get used to the equipment, the fun begins! A short boat ride will take you to one of the diving places.

Pico Island

Climb Pico to Watch the Sunrise £ 100 – Climbing Mount Pico is challenging, climbing during the evening gloom is even more! Armed with headlamps, the ascending is done during the night, with the reward of a full feeling when we reach the summit and see the first rays of the sun colouring the sky over the ocean and the Mountain shadow projected on the horizon.