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10 best Terceira island tours

Viator lists 16 Terceira trips. I compared them by reviews, ratings and what's included. These are my 10. Details checked 30 September 2026 · edited by Roman Antonov

Angra do Heroísmo with Monte Brasil behind it

I'd book Azores Nature Tours' full day by van for a first visit. The adult ticket starts at €60. You get 7 hours around Terceira.

For lunch included, I'd choose TuriAzores's highlights tour. Adult tickets start at €90. For farm tracks, I'd book Pro Island Tour's full day by 4x4. Adult tickets start at €139.

Compare Terceira island tours Hide the table Ten tours side by side

Ten tours, in page order. Prices are per adult in EUR, the lowest listed. Details checked 30 September 2026.
	Tour	Departs from	Group limit	From price	Duration	Departures (local time)	Rating
01	Azores Nature Tours full day van Island Van Tour (Full Day) \| Terceira Island Terceira	Terceira pickup	up to 16	€75 per adult	7 hours	10:00	4.9 (188 reviews)
02	TuriAzores highlights tour Terceira Island Highlights Tour - Azores Terceira	Central Angra do Heroísmo and Praia da Vitória hotels	up to 8	€90 per adult	8 hours	09:00	4.6 (211 reviews)
03	Pro Island Tour full day 4x4 In and Around Terceira Island in a 4X4 Terceira	Pickup anywhere on Terceira	up to 21	€139 per adult	8 hours	09:00	5.0 (68 reviews)
04	Azores Retreat west and centre buggy BUGGY TOUR - West / Center of the island (off-road) Terceira	Pico da Vigia, near Angra do Heroísmo	up to 8	€85 per adult	2.5 hours	10:00, 15:00	4.9 (186 reviews)
05	Azores Nature Tours underground van tour Underground Van Tour (Half Day) \| Terceira Island Terceira	Terceira pickup	up to 16	€50 per adult	3 hours	14:00	4.9 (159 reviews)
06	Azores Nature Tours west coast van West Coast Van Tour (Half Day) \| Terceira Island Terceira	Terceira pickup	up to 16	€50 per adult	3 hours	10:00, 14:00	5.0 (52 reviews)
07	Pro Island Tour half day 4x4 Half Day Terceira Island Tour by 4x4 Terceira	Pickup anywhere on Terceira	up to 21	€80 per adult	4 hours	09:00, 13:30	4.9 (59 reviews)
08	Angratravel Tours full day tour Terceira Island: Full Day Tour Terceira	Angra do Heroísmo pickup	up to 8	€90 per adult	7 to 8 hours	09:00	5.0 (74 reviews)
09	Azor-In private island tour Private Terceira Island Full Day Tour Terceira	Accommodation or Lajes Airport pickup	private tour	€150 per adult	7 to 9 hours	09:00	5.0 (257 reviews)
10	Azores Nature Tours Monte Brasil e-bike E-Bike Tour Monte Brasil \| Terceira Island Terceira	Terceira pickup	up to 8	€39 per adult	2 hours	10:00, 14:00, 17:00	5.0 (85 reviews)

Group limit is the most people the operator takes on one departure. Times are the usual timetable. All ten tours give a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before departure.

Four main choices: a full day by van, by 4x4 and a buggy morning

Island Van Tour (Full Day) | Terceira Island

4.9 (188 reviews)

Terceira 7 hours · groups up to 16 · departures 10:00 · Terceira pickup

Photos from Azores Nature Tours · All 26 photos

I'd book this if you want a first look at Terceira. It has the lowest full day price here.

The van tour stops at Monte Brasil and Biscoitos' pools. Taste cheese at Queijo Vaquinha. You have 1 hour for lunch in Praia da Vitória.

The trade-off. Lunch isn't included. Groups take up to 16 people.

Guide languages: Portuguese, English, Spanish.

Know before you go

The tour starts at 10:00.
Pickup and drop-off are included.
Infants aged 0 to 3 travel free.
Cancel at least 24 hours before the start for a full refund.

Terceira Island Highlights Tour - Azores

4.6 (211 reviews)

Terceira 8 hours · groups up to 8 · departures 09:00 · Central Angra do Heroísmo and Praia da Vitória hotels

Photos from TuriAzores - Animação Turística · All 13 photos

I'd book this if you want lunch arranged for you. Groups take up to eight people.

Spend 8 hours touring Terceira with a local guide. Visit São Sebastião's church and walk through Praia da Vitória. Stop at Serra do Cume and Biscoitos' natural pools.

The trade-off. Airport transfers cost extra. Algar do Carvão is closed for maintenance.

Guide languages: Portuguese, English, French.

Know before you go

The tour starts at 09:00.
Pickup covers hotels in central Angra do Heroísmo and Praia da Vitória.
Children must be with an adult.
Give any dietary requirements when booking.
Infant seats are available.

In and Around Terceira Island in a 4X4

5.0 (68 reviews)

Terceira 8 hours · groups up to 21 · departures 09:00 · Pickup anywhere on Terceira

Photos from Pro Island Tour · All 12 photos

I'd book this if you want time on back roads. You can stop and get out along the way.

Travel by jeep along farm tracks in Terceira's interior. Stop for an outdoor lunch with Portuguese wine. The route can follow your interests.

The trade-off. Shared departures take up to 21 people. The private option starts at €215 per adult.

Guide languages: Portuguese, English, Spanish.

Know before you go

The tour starts at 09:00.
Give your pickup location when booking.
Wear suitable footwear.
Children must be with an adult.

BUGGY TOUR - West / Center of the island (off-road)

4.9 (186 reviews)

Terceira 2.5 hours · groups up to 8 · departures 10:00, 15:00 · Pico da Vigia, near Angra do Heroísmo

Photos from Azores Retreat · All 10 photos

Pick this if you want to drive the off-road route yourself.

Drive an automatic buggy through the west and centre. A guide leads the way past Serra de Santa Bárbara. The trip takes 2.5 hours.

The trade-off. You need a valid driving licence to drive. Lunch isn't included.

Guide languages: Portuguese, English.

Know before you go

Departures are at 10:00 and 15:00.
Meet at Pico da Vigia near Angra do Heroísmo.
Hotel pickup covers Angra do Heroísmo.
Pickup is 30 minutes before the start.
Azores Retreat contacts you the day before.
Tickets cover ages 5 to 90.

Six alternatives: half days, the caves, a private day and an e-bike

Underground Van Tour (Half Day) | Terceira Island

4.9 (159 reviews)

Terceira 3 hours · groups up to 16 · departures 14:00 · Terceira pickup

I'd book this if Gruta do Natal is your priority. It leaves the morning free.

Take a van to Lagoa das Patas and Gruta do Natal. Walk past the fumaroles at Furnas do Enxofre.

West Coast Van Tour (Half Day) | Terceira Island

5.0 (52 reviews)

Terceira 3 hours · groups up to 16 · departures 10:00, 14:00 · Terceira pickup

Pick this if you want a shorter trip with cheese tasting. Choose a morning or afternoon start.

This van trip covers the west coast in 3 hours. Visit São Mateus' fishing port and taste cheese at Queijo Vaquinha. Finish at Biscoitos' natural pools.

Half Day Terceira Island Tour by 4x4

4.9 (59 reviews)

Terceira 4 hours · groups up to 21 · departures 09:00, 13:30 · Pickup anywhere on Terceira

Pick this if you want an afternoon jeep trip. The 13:30 start leaves your morning free.

Ride through the interior in a Land Rover Defender. The route follows your interests over 4 hours. Stop at viewpoints along the way.

Terceira Island: Full Day Tour

5.0 (74 reviews)

Terceira 7 to 8 hours · groups up to 8 · departures 09:00 · Angra do Heroísmo pickup

I'd book this if you want to adjust the route. Lunch is included for groups of up to eight.

Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle for 7 to 8 hours. Stop at Praia da Vitória and the pools at Biscoitos. The route adapts to the weather and your interests.

Private Terceira Island Full Day Tour

5.0 (257 reviews)

Terceira 7 to 9 hours · private tour · departures 09:00 · Accommodation or Lajes Airport pickup

I'd book this if you want the day to yourselves. You can start at Lajes Airport.

Your private minivan tour takes 7 to 9 hours. Visit São Sebastião's church and the fumaroles at Furnas do Enxofre. You can change the route to suit your group.

E-Bike Tour Monte Brasil | Terceira Island

5.0 (85 reviews)

Terceira 2 hours · groups up to 8 · departures 10:00, 14:00, 17:00 · Terceira pickup

Pick this if you want to cycle around Monte Brasil. It's the shortest trip here.

Ride an electric bike along Monte Brasil's paths. Climb to Pico das Cruzinhas for views over the island. The ride takes 2 hours.

Before you book

How much do Terceira island tours cost?

Starting prices for these ten tours run from €39 to €139 per adult. Azores Nature Tours' e-bike ride is €39 for 2 hours. Pro Island Tour's shared full day by 4x4 is €139 for 8 hours. Prices checked 30 September 2026.

What can you see on a Terceira island tour?

I'd start with Azores Nature Tours' full day by van. It covers Monte Brasil and Biscoitos' natural pools in 7 hours. The €60 adult price includes a cheese tasting at Queijo Vaquinha.

Do I need to rent a car for a Terceira island tour?

You don't need a hire car for these tours. All ten include pickup. TuriAzores collects from hotels in central Angra do Heroísmo and Praia da Vitória. Azor-In can collect you at Lajes Airport for its private tour.

Can I visit Algar do Carvão on a tour?

Algar do Carvão is closed for maintenance. For caves, I'd choose Azores Nature Tours' underground van trip to Gruta do Natal. It takes 3 hours and starts at €40 per adult. Cave tickets cost extra.

Which Terceira island tours take children?

Azores Nature Tours' full day van tour costs €37.50 for ages 4 to 11. Infants aged 0 to 3 travel free. Azores Retreat's buggy tickets cover ages 5 to 90 at €85 per person. Drivers need a valid driving licence.

Can I book a private tour of Terceira?

Azor-In's private minivan tour starts at €130 per adult. It lasts 7 to 9 hours with lunch included. Pro Island Tour's private 4x4 options cost €215 per adult for 8 hours or €110 for 4 hours.

Can I cancel a Terceira island tour?

All ten tours give a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start. That includes Azores Retreat's buggy trip and Azor-In's private day.

Other formats

I've kept Pro Island Tour's tasting day and extra cave route as more specialised choices. Azorica Tours stays here as another van option with 32 reviews.

Wines and Moonshines of Terceira

5.0 (62 reviews)

Terceira 8 hours · groups up to 21 · departures 09:00 · Pickup anywhere on Terceira

Visit Terceira's vineyards and viewpoints by jeep. Lunch is followed by tastings of local moonshine.

Cave Tour in Terceira

4.8 (48 reviews)

Terceira 3 to 4 hours · groups up to 37 · departures 14:00 · Pickup anywhere on Terceira

Visit Gruta do Natal and Furnas do Enxofre. You can also enter a lava tube at Biscoitos. The guided trip takes 3 to 4 hours.

Terceira Island Highlights with Local Guide

5.0 (32 reviews)

Terceira 7 hours · groups up to 6 · departures 09:00 · Accommodation pickup on Terceira

Tour Terceira by van with a local guide. Walk on Monte Brasil and stop at São Sebastião's church. There's time to swim at Biscoitos.

Roman Antonov, editor

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