Azores By E-bike

Azores By E-bike

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Tour Overview

Embark on an exhilarating self-guided cycling adventure through the breathtaking landscapes of the Azores, Portugal. This tour invites you to explore the enchanting Terceira Island, renowned for its stunning coastline, lush green forests, and dramatic volcanic scenery. Begin your journey in the historic capital, Angra do Heroismo, a UNESCO World Heritage site, where colorful buildings and picturesque plazas await. Cycle through natural parks, discover the mystic Christmas cave, and enjoy the serene beauty of coastal villages like Sao Mateus and Santa Barbara. Delight in the natural pools of Biscoitos and savor local verdelho wine at the Biscoitos Wine Museum. Visit the awe-inspiring Algar do Carvao volcano pit and enjoy a picnic by Lagoa das Patas lake. Conclude your adventure with a scenic ride back to Angra do Heroismo, taking in the sights of Porto Martins, Porto Judeu, and the uninhabited Cabras Islet. Enjoy comfortable accommodations and daily breakfasts as you immerse yourself in the Azorean charm. ...more ...less

Highlights

  • Discover Terceira Island with its stunning coastline and lush green forest.

  • Explore the historic capital with its colourful buildings and picturesque plazas.

  • Experience dramatic volcanic scenery, including a lava cave, natural pools, and a volcano pit.

  • Cycle through the natural park to the Christmas cave, a mystic lava tube.

  • Ride along the beautiful coastline, passing through quaint fishing villages.

  • Swim in the natural pools of Biscoitos and visit the Biscoitos Wine Museum.

  • Visit the Volcano pit and the cave Algar do Carvao with its remarkable silica stalactites.

  • Snorkel near the uninhabited Cabras Islet and explore the Cave of the Sheep Islet.

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival In Terceira Island At Angra Do Heroismo

Location: Angra do Heroismo, Azores

Accommodation Name: hotel

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. ...more ...less

Day 2 : At Angra Do Heroismo

Location: Angra do Heroísmo, Azores

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Cycle through the natural park to the Christmas cave, a lava tube created by flowing lava originated by 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.

Day 3 : Angra Do Heroismo - Serreta

Location: Terceira, Azores

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Ride longing the beautiful coastline passing via quaint villages such as Sao Mateus, a fishing village and Santa Barbara, overlooked by the mountain, that offers the best views over Terceira island.

Day 4 : Serreta - Praia Da Vitoria

Location: Praia da Vitoria, Azores

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

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.

Day 5 : At Praia Da Vitoria

Location: Praia da Vitória, Azores

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

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.

Day 6 : Praia Da Vitoria - Angra Do Heroismo

Location: Terceira Island, Azores

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

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.

Day 7 : Leave Angra Do Heroismo

Location: Angra do Heroismo, Azores

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Transfer from your hotel to the airport.

What's Included

  • 6 nights hotel-to-hotel accommodation

    Enjoy a mix of HHH and 3-star hotels for your stay.

  • All breakfasts

    Start each day with a provided breakfast.

  • Management by your local Headwater-appointed agent

    Benefit from the expertise and support of a local agent.

  • Route directions and maps

    Receive detailed route directions and maps for your journey.

  • High Quality Bikes

    Use high-quality bikes for your cycling adventure.

  • Luggage transfers between hotels

    Enjoy the convenience of luggage transfers between accommodations.

  • GPS Route direction and maps

    Navigate easily with GPS route directions and maps.

What's Not Included

  • Travel insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and must be arranged separately.

  • Single accommodation

    Single accommodation is available on request and is not included.

  • Visas or vaccinations

    Visas or vaccinations are not included and must be arranged separately.

Food

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.
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Accommodation

Your accommodation reflects the best of the Azores hospitality, ranging from boutique style hotels and a traditional villa. All prices are based on 2 persons sharing, so if there is an odd number of people travelling in your party or you are travelling alone, there will be a compulsory supplement for a single room for the tour duration. For a solo traveller there is an additional charge to cover transfer costs. ...more ...less

Mode of Transport

The tour includes luggage transfers between hotels, ensuring a seamless travel experience as you cycle through the stunning landscapes of the Azores. High-quality bikes are provided for your journey, along with GPS route directions and maps to guide you through the scenic routes.

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of accommodation is provided during the Azores Cycling tour?

    The accommodation during the Azores Cycling tour includes a mix of boutique style hotels and a traditional villa, reflecting the best of Azores hospitality. Prices are based on two persons sharing, and there is a compulsory supplement for a single room if you are traveling alone or if there is an odd number of people in your party. ...more ...less

  • Are bicycles provided for the Azores Cycling tour?

    Yes, high quality bikes are provided for the Azores Cycling tour.

  • Is luggage transfer included in the Azores Cycling tour?

    Yes, luggage transfers between hotels are included in the Azores Cycling tour.

  • What meals are included in the Azores Cycling tour?

    All breakfasts are included in the Azores Cycling tour.

  • What is the starting and ending location of the Azores Cycling tour?

    The Azores Cycling tour starts and ends in Angra do Heroismo.

  • Is there a local agent managing the Azores Cycling tour?

    Yes, the tour is managed by a local Headwater-appointed agent.

  • What kind of natural attractions can be explored during the tour?

    During the tour, you can explore natural attractions such as the Christmas cave, a lava tube, the natural pools at Biscoitos, and the volcanic chimney at Algar do Carvao.

  • Is there an additional charge for solo travelers on the Azores Cycling tour?

    Yes, there is an additional charge for solo travelers to cover transfer costs.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    If you wish to make any changes to your booking, particularly if you need to alter any flights booked through us, please let us know as soon as possible. There is a booking or flight amendment fee of £40 per change and flight amendments often incur extra airline costs depending on the changes to be made and if the ticket has been issued or not.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Exodus has been trading since 1974

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    You are welcome to meet the group after the tour has departed however there is no reduction in rate for joining a tour after the departure date.

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Extra days in the Azores

We booked this cycling trip to provide an additional week following the Exodus ‘Walking in the Azores’. That holiday visits four islands but not Terceira. So, by booking both trips we were able to visit five of the nine islands. It’s easy to get between islands by ferry or plane. There is a lot to see on Terceira so it’s a good place to visit. Angra is super, the volcanic cave is really good and I developed a keenness for photographing the colourful ‘imperios’ of the Holy Spirit which can be found in most villages. They look like (but aren’t) brightly coloured little chapels. The cycle route takes you round the island over three days with inland rides on the other two – five days in total. You can see quite a lot. When you go inland off the coastal roads it can be quite steep. This is especially the case with the first day of cycling (Day 2) which is probably the toughest, especially if you’re getting used to the bikes. These are mountain bikes with 2 x 10/11 gears. We’re used to hybrids and 3 x 8 so these took a bit of getting used to and we found we needed to walk up some of the hills. Having recently done two ‘moderate Exodus’ cycle trips, I reckon it is one is at least ‘moderate’ with some tougher bits where it’s absolutely fine to walk. One of the nice things about Terceira is that outside the towns there isn’t lots of traffic. We adjusted our route on Days 2 and 5 (the inland days) to suit our interests and were given good ideas from Tiago who supplies the bikes. Day 3 was our best day. There is a choice of routes. I did the route down to the edge of the coast and my wife stuck more to the roads. There were great views of the islands of Soa Jorge and Graciosa and we had lunch at the café attached to the cheese factory. The highlights of Day 4 were cycling through a herd of cows that was being moved between fields, cycling through the US airbase (mostly mothballed) and arriving at the religious monument that looks down on Praia. Praia is lovely. My wife relaxed on Day 5 in Praia and I cycled in the morning to the mountain with the wind turbines, for a great view both ways. We were lucky, there was a summer festival while we were there and we enjoyed a local food area, bull running and marching bands. It rained on Day 6. I completed the route and could see that it is pretty nice through some fishing villages and past interesting volcanic hills. We then added an extra day in Angra. So there are five interesting days of cycling - especially if you’re used to mountain bikes, are good at steep hills or don’t mind walking occasionally. If you’re not so sure then e-bikes are available and one of us would have preferred that! Being self-guided, the dates are flexible and so it’s easy to combine this with another trip or your own island-hopping plan. We booked late and at relatively short notice but rooms were available by upgrading our accommodation. The other islands we visited were very interesting and had different attractions – see the walking tour for ideas. Tip: one of the delightful things about the Azores is the blue hydrangeas. Our week in Terceira was in early August and we found that the hydrangeas were getting past their best at lower elevations. ...more ...less

Extra days in the Azores

We booked this cycling trip to provide an additional week following the Exodus ‘Walking in the Azores’. That holiday visits four islands but not Terceira. So, by booking both trips we were able to visit five of the nine islands. It’s easy to get between islands by ferry or plane. There is a lot to see on Terceira so it’s a good place to visit. Angra is super, the volcanic cave is really good and I developed a keenness for photographing the colourful ‘imperios’ of the Holy Spirit which can be found in most villages. They look like (but aren’t) brightly coloured little chapels. The cycle route takes you round the island over three days with inland rides on the other two – five days in total. You can see quite a lot. When you go inland off the coastal roads it can be quite steep. This is especially the case with the first day of cycling (Day 2) which is probably the toughest, especially if you’re getting used to the bikes. These are mountain bikes with 2 x 10/11 gears. We’re used to hybrids and 3 x 8 so these took a bit of getting used to and we found we needed to walk up some of the hills. Having recently done two ‘moderate Exodus’ cycle trips, I reckon it is one is at least ‘moderate’ with some tougher bits where it’s absolutely fine to walk. One of the nice things about Terceira is that outside the towns there isn’t lots of traffic. We adjusted our route on Days 2 and 5 (the inland days) to suit our interests and were given good ideas from Tiago who supplies the bikes. Day 3 was our best day. There is a choice of routes. I did the route down to the edge of the coast and my wife stuck more to the roads. There were great views of the islands of Soa Jorge and Graciosa and we had lunch at the café attached to the cheese factory. The highlights of Day 4 were cycling through a herd of cows that was being moved between fields, cycling through the US airbase (mostly mothballed) and arriving at the religious monument that looks down on Praia. Praia is lovely. My wife relaxed on Day 5 in Praia and I cycled in the morning to the mountain with the wind turbines, for a great view both ways. We were lucky, there was a summer festival while we were there and we enjoyed a local food area, bull running and marching bands. It rained on Day 6. I completed the route and could see that it is pretty nice through some fishing villages and past interesting volcanic hills. We then added an extra day in Angra. So there are five interesting days of cycling - especially if you’re used to mountain bikes, are good at steep hills or don’t mind walking occasionally. If you’re not so sure then e-bikes are available and one of us would have preferred that! Being self-guided, the dates are flexible and so it’s easy to combine this with another trip or your own island-hopping plan. We booked late and at relatively short notice but rooms were available by upgrading our accommodation. The other islands we visited were very interesting and had different attractions – see the walking tour for ideas. Tip: one of the delightful things about the Azores is the blue hydrangeas. Our week in Terceira was in early August and we found that the hydrangeas were getting past their best at lower elevations. ...more ...less

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Azores By E-bike

7 Days Starting and ending in Angra Do Heroismo, Portugal

Visiting: Angra do Heroismo, Azores, Angra do Heroísmo, Azores, Terceira, Azores, Praia da Vitoria, Azores, Praia da Vitória, Azores, Terceira Island Azores ...more ...less

Tour operator:

Exodus Adventure Travels

Tour code:

C06AZ

Group Type:

Independent

Guide Type:

Self Guided

Physical rating:

Moderate & Challenging

Age range:

18-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Trip Styles:

Active

From: $2405 (USD)

NB: Prices correct on 22-Feb-2025 but subject to change.

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