Short Break in Azores, Terceira Island, Self-drive, Portugal

Duration

Languages

English, German, Portuguese, Italian, French, Spanish

Guests

1-10

4 D | Self-drive | From and to Angra do Heroismo

Included

Guide
Meals: 1
Transfer
Entrance fee
TOUR GUIDE:
Operated with Portuguese- and English-speaking local guide during activities on a shared basis (Day 2, 3)
ACCOMMODATION:
3 night’s accommodation
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-3 Angra do Heroismo
Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Caracol or similar 3*
CAR HIRE OPTIONS
Car Group A = Renault Twingo or similar
Car Group C = Ford Fiesta or similar
MEALS:
3 Breakfasts
1 Lunch at a local restaurant
TRANSPORT:
Shared transportation in an air-conditioning van during the included activity (Day 2)
ENTRANCE FEES & ACTIVITIES:
All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Terceira Island full-day tour (Day 2); Whale watching half-day tour (Day 3)
CAR HIRE:
Unlimited Mileage
Road Assistance 24 hours
SCDW (Super Collision Damage Waiver)
Subject to an excess
Road tax & VAT
OTHER:
Meet & Greet

Not included

Entrance fee Algar do Carvão
Domestic flights
International flights
Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise)
City tax not included, payable on the spot
Any visit not mentioned in the program
Porterage and gratuities
Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program
Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)
Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.
EXCLUSIONS CAR HIRE:
Personal assistance insurance (PAI)
Windscreen damage waiver (WDW)
Coverage of rims and tires
Non-waivable excess
Fuel/diesel
Refuelling charge
Other extras and charges not mentioned in the included items

Itinerary

ARRIVAL TERCEIRA – ANGRA DO HEROISMO (20km – 30 min). After arriving at Terceira Airport, a tour representative will meet and greet you. Then go pick up your rental car, travel instructions and documents (recommended arrival time from 06:00 am to 11:59 pm). Once you arrive at the hotel and settle in, we suggest starting from Angra do Heroísmo, and visit its most important landmarks such as Rua Direita and Cathedral da Sé. Don’t miss Jardim Duque da Terceira, a garden located in the heart of Angra and considered one of the most beautiful gardens in the Azores, featuring a great variety of botanical species. You could also stop at Teatro Angrense, and try one of the typical sweets, the D. Amélia tarts. Now that the sun is almost setting, drive to Monte Brasil. Located on the south coast of the island, it is part of a Natural Reserve and all its fauna, flora and marine area belong to the Terceira Island Natural Park. The place counts on belvederes for the visitors to appreciate the stunning sunset over the city. In the evening, you can ask your hotel reception for restaurant recommendations to discover Terceira’s gastronomy before spending the first night in the hotel. Overnight in Angra do Heroismo.

ANGRA DO HEROISMO – MONTE BRASIL – PRAIA DA VITÓRIA – SERRA DO CUME – ALGAR DO CARVÃO – FURNAS DO ENXOFRE – BISCOITOS – ANGRA DO HEROISMO (85km – 2hr). Have breakfast at the hotel, before departing for a Terceira full-day excursion in a shared van, so you can deeply explore the entire island of Terceira with a guide. The first stop will be at Monte Brasil, with a beautiful view of the city. After this first stop, you will be able to visit the east side of the island, passing by the villages all the way to Praia da Vitória, the second city of the island. Here you will have a short walk after visiting the main church of the city. Serra do Facho is the next stop with magnificent views of the city of Praia da Vitoria. Shortly afterwards, continue to Serra do Cume with a beautiful landscape over the “patchwork blanket” – the most iconic spot on the island. Around midday, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant (included) and shortly after, you will go inland, where you can visit Algar do Carvão (entrance not included) and Furnas do Enxofre, the proof of the volcanic activity of the island. The tour will proceed to the village of Biscoitos, with a visit to the Wine Museum (opening depends on the availability of the establishment) and the bathing area. Continuing on the north side of the island, back to Angra do Heroísmo you will have the opportunity to pass by Lagoa do Negro and Lagoa das Patas. Finally, yet importantly, visit and cheese tasting at the local factory, Vaqinha. You dropped off at the hotel in the afternoon, for a well-deserved rest. Overnight in Angra do Heroismo.

ANGRA DO HEROISMO – WHALE WATCHING CENTRE – ANGRA DO HEROISMO (3hr by boat). Wake up to early breakfast at the hotel, and drive to the Whale Watching Center for a half-day tour (we recommend to have a light meal before the trip). The activity starts at around 08:30 am, with a safety briefing about the weather conditions, the boat tour, and the species you are about to discover; safety vests and water coats will be also provided. This route is stunning; you will cruise by impressive sights over Terceira Island in a tour that will last about 3 hours. You will be back at around midday, just in time for lunch (own expense) and an afternoon at leisure. In the evening, drive to a local restaurant, and have a taste of the local speciality: the ‘Alcatra’, a pot roast that is traditionally cooked in large clay pots (included). Overnight in Angra do Heroismo.

ANGRA DO HEROISMO – DEPARTURE TERCEIRA (20km – 30 min). Start your last day with breakfast at your hotel. Then, when you feel ready, bid farewell to Portugal and drive back to Terceira Airport, where you will drop off the car and catch your flight back home.

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Drivers age from 26 to 75 years old (must have had their driver´s license for a minimum of one year)Pick-up hours are Monday through Sunday, 07:00 to 22:00 hrs. Pick-up outside of these times is subject to a surcharge.Drivers who are not citizens of the European Union must present an international driver’s license together with the original from their country of origin.If the customer returns the vehicle earlier than the agreed upon drop-off date stated in the rental contract, the rental company will not refund the customer for any unused daysDeposit credit card Visa or MasterCard onlyAccident/theft reporting must be notified within 48 hours of the incidentIn cases where, following the return of the vehicle, additional cleaning is required due to the car being dirty beyond the level expected from normal vehicle use, an additional charge shall apply, against evidence of the cost of the service providedReturn procedure and the exact designated area will be advised by the rental car company when you pick up the car on arrival dayWe reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons.Late check-out, early check-in, connecting or adjoining rooms at the hotel are all subject to availability and not guaranteed. Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Portugal. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.

Join this four-day self-drive tour to discover the volcanic island of Terceira, in the Azores Archipelago. Visit its most emblematic places at your own pace, and enjoy a tour to explore the island with a local guide. Experience a whale watching guided tour to meet countless forms of aquatic, whales, dolphins, turtles, fish and marine birds in their natural habitat, as you learn about the rich and varied marine biodiversity of the island.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Terceira Island: also called ‘The Lilac Island’, a perfect balance between the natural beauty of this volcanic island and the admirable work of man in the historic centre of Angra do Heroísmo make this place one of a kind.

Whale watching: the Azores islands are considered the best stop in the Atlantic Ocean when it comes to whale watching. Nowadays, our seas are just a perfect sanctuary for these amazing and beautiful creatures of nature, some of the resident and others just migratory.

Cancellation Policy

Self Drive E 25% charge if cancelled within 576 hours of start. 50% charge if cancelled within 408 hours of start. 80% charge if cancelled within 192 hours of start. 100% charge if cancelled within 72 hours of start.

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