Geology private full day tour

5.0 (17 reviews) Terceira, Portugal
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Duration8h - 9h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesPortuguese, English, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

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

  • Private tour
  • Hotel Pick up and drop off
  • Geologist expert guide
  • Tickets to Algar do Carvão - €10.00 and Gruta do Natal (Christmas cave) - €9.00. Combo ticket €15.00
  • Food and drinks

What to expect

  1. Monte Brasil
    1h
    Sightseeing
  2. Ribeirinha
    30m
    Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way
  3. Porto Judeu
    Pass by
    Pass by
  4. Salga
    1h 20m
    Walk, Scenic views
  5. Vila de Sao Sebastiao
    Pass by
    pass by
  6. Serra do Cume Viewpoint
    1h
    Photo stop, Scenic drive, Scenic views on the way
  7. Praia da Vitoria
    1h
    Sightseeing (optional)
  8. Terceira
    1h
    Swimming (optional), Scenic drive, Scenic views on the way
  9. Biscoitos
    1h
    Sightseeing, Swimming, Regional food (optional)
  10. Gruta do Natal
    45m · Admission ticket not included
    Visit, Guided tour
  11. Furnas do Enxofre
    30m
    Visit, Guided tour, Walk
  12. Algar do Carvao
    45m · Admission ticket not included
    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

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

End point

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

Pickup details

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.

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

Cancellation policy

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

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