Azores By E-bike
Azores By E-bike
$2405
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
Itinerary
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
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6 nights hotel-to-hotel accommodation
Enjoy a mix of HHH and 3-star hotels for your stay.
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All breakfasts
Start each day with a provided breakfast.
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Management by your local Headwater-appointed agent
Benefit from the expertise and support of a local agent.
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Route directions and maps
Receive detailed route directions and maps for your journey.
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High Quality Bikes
Use high-quality bikes for your cycling adventure.
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Luggage transfers between hotels
Enjoy the convenience of luggage transfers between accommodations.
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GPS Route direction and maps
Navigate easily with GPS route directions and maps.
What's Not Included
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Travel insurance
Travel insurance is not included and must be arranged separately.
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Single accommodation
Single accommodation is available on request and is not included.
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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
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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
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Are bicycles provided for the Azores Cycling tour?
Yes, high quality bikes are provided for the Azores Cycling tour.
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Is luggage transfer included in the Azores Cycling tour?
Yes, luggage transfers between hotels are included in the Azores Cycling tour.
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What meals are included in the Azores Cycling tour?
All breakfasts are included in the Azores Cycling tour.
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What is the starting and ending location of the Azores Cycling tour?
The Azores Cycling tour starts and ends in Angra do Heroismo.
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Is there a local agent managing the Azores Cycling tour?
Yes, the tour is managed by a local Headwater-appointed agent.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Exodus has been trading since 1974
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Exodus Adventure Travels allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform exodus adventure travels, 43 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
Exodus Adventure Travels requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of exodus adventure travels charges.
Up to 70 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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:
Tour code:
C06AZ
Group Type:
Independent
Guide Type:
Self Guided
Age range:
18-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians