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Dare to try out the best we have for an afternoon. First, we go to heaven, driving by car to Serra da Ribeirinha. An amazing view of the city, the Monte Brasil volcano, and Vila de São Mateus. On most days, you may even be surprised to see the island of São Jorge and the island of Pico with its imposing mountain. A few steps and you have a view of Ilhéu das Cabras islet , Fradinhos islet, and the entire south coast, lots of cows, and green fields with typical dry-stone walls.
Descended and began the path to the depths of the earth on this visit to Algar do Carvão. An ancient dormant volcano, in this Algar visitors can descend to a depth of around 330 feet (100 meters). A few more minutes on the road and we visit the fumaroles.
Now it's time to catch your breath and head to a winery to taste the famous volcanic wine and discover how these unique people were able to find an ingenious way to transform stone into wine.
The final will be at the Biscoitos Natural Pools.
37 Miles (60 Km).
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pick up and drop off at your accomodation. Please always provide your complete address.
Itinerary
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1
Visit the monument at the top of Mount Brasil. View of the caldera and the village of São Mateus. View of the bay of the city of Angra do Heroísmo.
40 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2
Visit to several viewpoints along Serra da Ribeirinha. View of the city, south coast, Ilhéu das Cabras and Monte Brasil, fortress of São João Batista. Occasionally it is possible to see the islands of S. Jorge and Pico.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Visit to Algar do Carvão. An ancient dormant volcano, in this Algar visitors can descend to a depth of around 330 feet, and observe stalactites that are unique in the world due to their silicate characteristics, and an underground lagoon with crystal clear waters.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4
The visitation circuit of Furnas do Enxofre was designed to secure the visitation of this natural monument, allowing on one hand, safe access to all visitors, and on the other, protection of the habitats through the use of rustic material, integrated into the landscape. The circuit through the fumaroles and northern slope zone was adapted to existing paths and complemented with facilitated access. A set of informational panels support the interpretation of natural elements present. The circuit through the fumaroles and the northern slope area was adapted to existing paths and complemented with easier access. A set of information panels support the interpretation of the natural elements present.
35 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5
Visit to a typical winery and tasting of volcanic wine from the Azores.
40 minutes • Admission ticket included -
6
Visit to the natural pools of Biscoitos.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- 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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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