Uitgebreide reisroute van de Internationale groepsreis Azores Cycling
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Activities

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    • Discover Terceira Island - its stunning coastline and lush green forest. Discover colourful buildings and picturesque plazas in the historic capital. Explore dramatic volcanic scenery: lava cave, natural pools and volcano pit

    Activities

    • New Cycling Holidays
    • Self-Guided Cycling
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    Arrival in Terceira Island at Angra do Heroismo

    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.

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    At Angra do Heroismo

    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.

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    Angra do Heroismo - Serreta

    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.

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    Serreta - Praia da Vitoria

    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.

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    At Praia da Vitoria

    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. Alternatively, enjoy whale watching, sea kayaking, windsurfing at Praia da Vitoria.

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    Praia da Vitoria - Angra do Heroismo

    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.

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    Leave Angra do Heroismo

    Transfer from your hotel to the airport.

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