Self-guided cycling
6 nights,
hotel-to-hotel
Level: 3
Stretching
Flights
available
12.0Kg CO2e
Headwater
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In Terceira Island, explore the stunning coastline and the luxurious green pastures. Enjoy landscapes of dramatic lava coastline and natural pools, visit a volcano pit, a UNESCO World Heritage Town, and ride along lush green sceneries. Whale and dolphin watching trips can also be arranged.
Relax in one of the numerous natural bathing sites with warm water baths in tidal pools or the ocean and enjoy captivating pastel sunsets.
In Azores, food lovers will appreciate delicious fish straight from the sea. Grilled or in soups, fish is cooked in a variety of ways. Make sure you taste tuna which, in these waters, has a pink hue and a soft flavour and texture, is slightly salty and is still caught by hook and line. The Azores have seafood that is not found anywhere else, such as limpets, barnacles and locust lobsters, a kind of tender and tasty lobster.
Admire the magnificent colourful contrasts of this volcanic island between ocean deep blue, lush green landscapes and black lava rocks.
Please note: Cycling helmets are a legal requirement in Portugal for anyone using an e-bike.
Much of your cycling is along narrow lanes and designated cycling routes, but there are some unavoidable busier roads nearer to the larger towns.
Transfer from the airport to your hotel. Explore the oldest city in Azores, listed by UNESCO. The historic centre of Angra do Heroismo is a testimony to the kings and noblemen who passed by here, leaving behind some beautiful architecture in its network of streets and alleyways, and its churches, palaces, mansions, monuments, squares and gardens, which have been preserved until the present day.
You stay at MY ANGRA BOUTIQUE HOTEL.
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My Angra Boutique Hostel is a family-owned building from the XIX century that was acquired in the early 20th century by one of the owner’s great-grandfather, when he returned after a period of emigration in the USA. This hotel offers an interior patio and a green area with fruit trees and plants. Located in walking distance of the city center and the bathing areas on the coast.
Extra nights: Please contact us for details.
Start your holiday by riding inland to mountainous viewpoints that capture panoramic views across the island to the ocean. Visit the Gruta do Natal, 'Christmas Cave', a tube created by flowing lava originating in the surrounding volcanoes, centuries ago. This cave is a wonder for its extensive, straight, long passages. The walls, ground and ceiling have different colours and shapes, transforming the cave into a mystic place.
At 600m above sea level this lofty natural park has several nature reserves including the Lagoa das Patas (duck lake), a perfect picnic spot surrounded by azaleas, along with a wonderful interpretation centre that is worth visiting on the climb up. Return via a collapsed volcano, the Furnas de Enxofre, before descending back to your hotel. Today you will meet several challenging climbs but views certainly worth the effort.
Alternatively, why not book a whale-watching excursion, or choose a guided bike ride to Serra Santa Barbara, please contact us for further details.
You stay at MY ANGRA BOUTIQUE HOTEL.
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My Angra Boutique Hostel is a family-owned building from the XIX century that was acquired in the early 20th century by one of the owner’s great-grandfather, when he returned after a period of emigration in the USA. This hotel offers an interior patio and a green area with fruit trees and plants. Located in walking distance of the city center and the bathing areas on the coast.
Extra nights: Please contact us for details.
Ride along the beautiful coastline passing quaint villages such as Sao Mateus, a fishing village and Santa Barbara, overlooked by the mountain, that offers the best views over Terceira island. You will have 3 different route options :
Either stay on the road all the way to Serrata dropping down to the coastal fort at Chinco Ribieras and the amphitheatre at Santa Barbara using this route. The coastal plains between the two viewpoints are a patchwork of dry stone walls and small fields. Or if you are feeling a little more adventurous, ride along coastal tracks and paths for a while, they can be a little rough in places, but the wild coastline makes them worthwhile.
If you would rather minimize climbing today, as both the other routes climb back from the coast, then this third route is the one for you! Follow the main coastal road through Santa Barbara to Serrata.
From Serrata continue inland to then reach the north coast.
You stay at Quinta da Susy.
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Located just outside Altares, Quinta da Susy consists of two houses and 3 separate rooms as accommodation. Each accommodation has a seating area and tea and coffee making facilities. There are views out to sea from the property.
Cycle along the coast via Biscoitos, famous for its natural pools. Enjoy a swim within black lava rocks. Later, enjoy the visit at the Biscoitos Wine Museum which is in a winery that produces verdelho wine, characteristic of the Azores. Explore wine process and taste a sample of local produced wines that grow from the rich porous lava rock.
You stay at Hotel Teresinha.
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Located in Praia da Vitória, in a very peaceful and beautiful environment, less than 0.6 miles from the beach, Hotel Teresinha features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.
Day devoted to the visit of the Volcano pit including the cave Algar do Carvao, an old volcano and lava tube located in the centre of the island. This site offers a volcanic chimney that dazzles by its immensity space. From its arched roof hang remarkable silica stalactites. Then continue to Lagoa das Patas lake a perfect picnic spot surrounded by azaleas.
On today's route, there is an optional diversion a bit more challenging with a climb up to the viewpoint at Serra do Cume. The views are certainly worth the effort!
You stay at Hotel Teresinha.
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Located in Praia da Vitória, in a very peaceful and beautiful environment, less than 0.6 miles from the beach, Hotel Teresinha features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.
Follow the coast, to visit Porto Martins and Porto Judeu both offering beautiful natural pools. Along your way, observe the uninhabited Cabras Islet. Half a nautical mile from the south coast of Terceira Island, this islet is an excellent place for snorkelling. The Cave of the Sheep Islet, or the Cave of Stingrays, is located on the north slope of the islet, and it takes its name from the stingrays that can be observed swimming inside.
You stay at MY ANGRA BOUTIQUE HOTEL.
MastercardVisaWiFiTea/coffee
My Angra Boutique Hostel is a family-owned building from the XIX century that was acquired in the early 20th century by one of the owner’s great-grandfather, when he returned after a period of emigration in the USA. This hotel offers an interior patio and a green area with fruit trees and plants. Located in walking distance of the city center and the bathing areas on the coast.
Extra nights: Please contact us for details.
Transfer from your hotel to the airport.
If you'd like to extend your trip with extra hotel nights we recommend: My Angra Boutique Hotel, Angra Do Heroismo; Hotel Lisboa Plaza, Lisbon.
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My Angra Boutique Hostel is a family-owned building from the XIX century that was acquired in the early 20th century by one of the owner’s great-grandfather, when he returned after a period of emigration in the USA. This hotel offers an interior patio and a green area with fruit trees and plants. Located in walking distance of the city center and the bathing areas on the coast.
Extra nights: Please contact us for details.
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Owned by the same family since 1953, the 4 star Hotel Lisboa Plaza is an imaginatively designed hotel, just off the famous Avenida da Liberdade. All rooms have en-suite marble floored bathrooms, air conditioning, satellite television, direct dial telephones, hairdryers and mini-bar. The public rooms are elegantly furnished and there is a pleasant bar and dining room.
These tour prices are based on two people sharing. Single supplement from £269.
We can book your flights, protected by ATOL and ABTA. Please ask at time of enquiry.
Bikes included on this holiday are mountain bikes
If you choose a flight inclusive package with us, you will fly into Terceira Island airport. Transfers from the airport are included in the basic Tour Only price above.
We hold an ATOL License and are fully ABTA bonded, so you can book your flights with us in confidence. We can book most airlines and will advise you of your most convenient airport and flight options.
Flight prices vary massively and change quickly. At Headwater we will sell you your flights at the same price you can buy them yourself. We simply add £35 per person to cover your flight protection, to learn more please click here.
Subject to availability and dependent on service provider, please ask at time of enquiry and book early to avoid disappointment.
Self-guided cycling
6 nights,
hotel-to-hotel
Level: 3
Stretching
Flights
available
12.0Kg CO2e
Headwater
Navigation App
