Azorean volcanic wine tour from Angra do Heroísmo
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Mobile ticket
Highlights
Only eight places in the world produce volcanic wines. Just think of the romance that surrounds wines grown in soils born of molten earth and ash. Volcanic soils account for only 1 percent of the world’s surface but contribute a much larger percentage of the world’s great vineyards. Volcanic wines have captivated adventurous wine lovers looking to shock their palates with something different. This is a micro-production wine from the volcanic Azores islands in the North Atlantic Ocean. It is grown in volcanic basalt at sea level, less than 50m from the Atlantic. This terroir and the blend of varieties imbue this wine with incredible minerality and purity, as well as unmistakable stony flavours, salinity, and a savoury character, minerality and volcanic wines walk hand-in-hand. Volcanic wine regions are home to some of the most intriguing and characterful wines in the world. Azores, the place where the stone became wine.
Inclusions
What's included
- Private transportation
- In a relaxing atmosphere in the garden of an Azorean family, try several different Azorean wines accompanied by appetizing tastings of the island's flavors.
- Taste several difrerent local Azorean wines (at least 3 wines/full bottle on the table), fortified wines and homemade liqueurs. Legal drinking age in Portugal is 18 years old
Itinerary
Visit the wine museum and the winery with a guide. Taste the wine of this producer and visit the cellar. (Sundays and Mondays the museum is closed, we will visit another winery our provide a wine taste at the picnic area)
Volcanic terroir - Walk along the land where the grapes are produced and understand its unique characteristics. Enjoy the magnificent landscape of this village in the north of the island and visit the famous natural ocean pools.
In a relaxing atmosphere in the garden of an Azorean family, try several different Azorean volcanic wines (at least 3 wines/full bottle on the table) accompanied by appetizing tastings of the island's flavors.
Be dazzled by this landscape. After the viewpoint, make a quick visit to this small town by the beach.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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5Vineyard tour with wine and cheese tasting with Victoria
Victor was a great all round host. He was very informative and helpful. And the tasting of many different wines and cheese on his beautiful private patio was a delightful way to end the tour. We will have to come back !!
5Fabulous Azorean tour
What a great experience. We traveled to Biscoitos and tasted an old wine. Then after a beautiful trip across the island to the north and east we arrived for a fabulous wine and food smorgasbord at Victor’s Home party central! More wine tastings , dessert and liquor tastings!! Everything was delicious including the cake his wife bakes for dessert. On the way back we were given info about the sights along the way. Don’t miss this! A great introduction to Azorean wines in a relaxed and delicious experience.. Victor is the best! Delicious food and wine along with a wealth of info!!
5Viva vino Victor!
We had the most wonderful time on this tour with Victor! Such a welcoming and informative host and just the ideal tour for us!
5Great Wine Tasting
Great wine tasting featuring Azorean wines and local specialties (sausages, cheese, bread, olives, and cake). A very exclusive experience, as the tasting was held just for the two of us. For a very reasonable €25, we were picked up from our accommodation and driven back afterwards. The drive itself turned into a small island tour with stunning viewpoints and plenty of great recommendations. Warm, welcoming, humorous, and delicious throughout. Absolutely recommended!
5We really enjoyed the...
We really enjoyed the scenic wine tour, with the last stop at Victor and Helia's home base, which is set up perfectly to host outdoor parties. We learned a lot about the island, wine & food culture, and especially Terceira's tradition of Tourada à corda. Victor provided invaluable information for recommendations around the entire island for sites and restaurants. Thank you again for your hospitality!
5Best tour of the island
If I could give this tour 10 stars I would.. Vítor, our tour guide was so friendly, funny and informative. We ended the tour with a delicious Portuguese feast all prepared by his lovely wife. This is an amazing couple, do not hesitate to book this tour and we can’t wait to come back!
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 8 travellers
- Operated by
- Islanders - Immersive Experiences
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Alcoholic beverages consumption is only for 18 years old and above
How it compares in Angra do Heroísmo
- Its from-price is 21% below the median of the 31 day trips we list in Angra do Heroísmo.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 10 of 31.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Angra do Heroísmo
Angra do Heroísmo is the old stone town of Terceira island in the Azores, a UNESCO-listed port of colourful houses, churches and a fortified headland.
Angra do Heroísmo, on the south coast of Terceira island in the Azores, was a key stop for ships sailing between Europe, Africa, India and the Americas from the fifteenth century. Its old town, a grid of cobbled streets lined with whitewashed and pastel houses trimmed in dark volcanic stone, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The town was rebuilt after an earthquake in 1980 and kept its old shape. The Sé Cathedral and the Jardim Duque da Terceira are at its heart.
