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 cou...
Highlights
From 8 hours to 9 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 8 hours to 9 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
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
Meeting Points
Departure
Praça Velha
We will meet at "Praça velha", main square, just in front of the city hall main door.
Return
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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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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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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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 cou...
Highlights
From 8 hours to 9 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 8 hours to 9 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
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
Meeting Points
Departure
Praça Velha
We will meet at "Praça velha", main square, just in front of the city hall main door.
Return
Itinerary
1
Monte Brasil
Sightseeing
1 hour
2
Ribeirinha
Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way
30 minutes
3
Porto Judeu
Pass by
4
Salga
Walk, Scenic views
1 hour and 20 minutes
5
Vila de Sao Sebastiao
pass by
6
Serra do Cume Viewpoint
Photo stop, Scenic drive, Scenic views on the way
1 hour
7
Praia da Vitoria
Sightseeing (optional)
1 hour
8
Terceira
Swimming (optional), Scenic drive, Scenic views on the way
