--- title: Terceira Island Private Full-Day Slow Tour with Local guide lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/azores/tours/terceira-island-private-full-day-slow-tour-with-local-guide/ type: tour city: Azores country: Portugal price: 150 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.97 reviews: 37 duration_minutes: 420 duration_max_minutes: 480 languages: [pt, en, es] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 12 of 19 (Terceira) schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-11-03 canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/azores/tours/terceira-island-private-full-day-slow-tour-with-local-guide/ --- # Terceira Island Private Full-Day Slow Tour with Local guide **Guidekin's take:** A private full day around Terceira at a deliberately slow pace: Monte Brasil, the impérios, the Serra do Cume viewpoint and Praia da Vitória with a local guide, insurance and a small gift. Lunch is reserved for you but paid on the spot. 4.97 from 37 reviews at €150 per person for 7h–8h. In our comparison: #12 of 19 in Terceira, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Discover the enchanting beauty of Terceira Island on our Private Terceira Island Slow Tour. Designed for a relaxed pace, this tour blends stunning landscapes, rich culture, and authentic flavors. Highlights include panoramic views from Monte Brasil, a 15th-century church, colorful impérios, and the breathtaking Serra do Cume viewpoint. Enjoy a peaceful stop at Praia da Vitória and savor traditional cuisine during lunch. Visit the iconic Ilhéu das Cabras and explore a local coffee and fruit farm when Algar do Carvão is unavailable. If open, venture inside Algar do Carvão, a unique volcanic marvel. Stroll through Biscoitos’ dramatic lava formations and natural pools, with the option for a refreshing swim. This flexible private tour adapts to your pace and preferences, offering a personal and immersive experience of Terceira’s essence. Note: The itinerary order may vary based on your accommodation and local events beyond our control. Let TerceiraTours guide you on a journey to remember. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: from 25 pickup points - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Starts 10:00: one departure a day - Food not included: Dinner, Lunch it´s not included but we… - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €85: ages 4 to 9 **Pickup:** Hotel pickup from 25 pickup points ## Key facts - Price: from €150 per person - Duration: 7h–8h - Rating: 4.97/5 from 37 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Terceira Tours - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: Portuguese, English, Spanish - Start times: 10:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 4.97 from 37 ratings on Guidekin & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 37 of 37. - 5 stars: 36 (97%) - 4 stars: 1 (3%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the local knowledge and flexible, unhurried pace; weather can lead to itinerary changes **Praised:** - Detailed explanations of the island's history, culture and nature - Flexible itineraries shaped around travellers' interests - Time to linger at stops without feeling rushed - Local lunches and visits to coffee and fruit farms - Friendly, engaging guides and easy conversation **Complaints:** - No recurring complaints; weather has prompted itinerary changes Written by Guidekin from the 32 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor (2022-08-16 to 2026-08-10); last checked 2026-10-07. ## What's included - Private transportation - Small gift - Private Tour - Air-conditioned vehicle - Local Guide - Insurance ## Not included - Dinner - Gratuities - Lunch it´s not included but we will make restaurant reservations in a great restaurant. Please mention if you have food restrictions. - Entrance to Algar do Carvão or Entrance at the Coffee and Fruit Farm while Algar do Carvão is closed ## Itinerary 1. **Terceira** (10m) - Meeting and explanation of the tour. Pick up at your accommodation anywhere on the island. You don´t need to leave your comfort. 2. **Monte Brasil** (30m) - is an extinct volcano with formation in the sea and where we have a breathtaking view over the city of Angra do Heroísmo. We will have time to walk and appreciate the views, animals, and nature. 3. **Vila de Sao Sebastiao** (15m) - Step back in time in São Sebastião, home to one of the oldest churches on Terceira, dating back to 1455. Admire its historic architecture and ancient frescoes. Nearby, visit a traditional Império—a colorful chapel central to the Azorean Holy Spirit festivities—offering... 4. **Praia da Vitoria** (20m) - Praia da Vitória – Free Time to Explore Enjoy some free time in the charming town of Praia da Vitória, birthplace of poet Vitorino Nemésio. Stroll along the sandy beach, wander through the marina and town center, or simply relax at a local café—soaking in the peaceful coastal... 5. **Biscoitos** (40m) - Step on lava formations that originated true natural pools and, also, the traditional vineyards for the production of wines and liqueurs. Bring your swimsuit because you will have the opportunity to enjoy the water. After this stop, we will have a pause for a lunch where you... 6. **Algar do Carvao** (1h) - Algar do Carvão and Alternative Visit Algar do Carvão is currently closed due to construction works. While it is unavailable, we’ll visit a local coffee and fruit farm instead. This alternative stop offers a unique opportunity to explore an organic plantation with bananas,... 7. **Serra do Cume Viewpoint** (15m) - We continue to Serra do Cume, where we find one of the most beautiful viewpoints in Portugal, with an unforgettable landscape. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Pickup points listed by the operator: 25 ## Good to know - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - Suitable for all physical fitness levels Booking asks for: arrival flight or ship details ## Compared with other Terceira | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #12 of 19** | €150 | 7h–8h | 4.97 (37) | private | | [Private Terceira Island Full Day Tour](/portugal/azores/tours/private-terceira-island-full-day-tour/?format=md) | €150 | 7h | 5.0 (257) | private | | [Terceira Island: Full Day Tour](/portugal/azores/tours/terceira-island-full-day-tour-88199P11/?format=md) | €90 | 7h | 5.0 (75) | shared | | [Wines and Moonshines of Terceira](/portugal/azores/tours/wines-and-moonshines-of-terceira-48819P16/?format=md) | €139 | 8h | 5.0 (62) | shared | Ranked #12 of 19 in Terceira by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €39 to €160, median €85; typical length 5h. 3 of 19 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/portugal/azores/terceira/?format=md ## More in Azores - All Azores tours: https://guidekin.com/portugal/azores/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/portugal/azores/tours/terceira-island-private-full-day-slow-tour-with-local-guide/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/portugal/azores/?format=md