The Azores · E-BIKES
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 14 e-bike tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Ride an e-MTB around Sete Cidades with crater-rim views, the blue and green lakes, and guided stops for a small-group 3-4 hour outing.
“Great cycling tour in the Azores! The scenery was beautiful, the bikes were in good condition, and the guide was fantastic. A fun and active way to explore the islands!”
E-bike Monte Brasil on Terceira with pickup, small group rides, and guided stops at four peaks for sweeping Angra views.
“The bikes are large mountain bikes for tall adults. I am a 5’4 59 year old woman who rides an e bike on a regular basis at home and even with the saddle at the lowest setting I was unable to touch the ground. The bike route is a very steep incline and the bike was very hard to handle. One member of the group lost his battery twice on the ride and my husbands brakes failed on the descent down hill. Another women in the group who was about 5’7 also complained that the bike was too big. There were no options of bike sizes to choose from. The…”
E-bike tour of Monte Brasil from Angra do Heroísmo, guided by experts. Fortress views, quiet paths, and big panoramas in 1.5 hours.
“Highly recommend, lively tour guide, the bike ride combines a history lesson, super views and exercise.”
E-bike the west side of Terceira from Angra. Fishing ports, Doze Ribeiras church stops, and free cheese tasting in 3 to 4 hours.
“This was a top level experience and I am so happy that we booked this tour. 100% worth it! James and Andre were so warm and friendly and made us feel so comfortable. The bikes are top quality and very easy to ride. Bicycling through Terceira was a bucket list experience! James took us on backroads that are not on the map for a unique tour! The views were spectacular! We highly highly recommend! Thank you James and Andre!”
Rent an e-bike in Sete Cidades on São Miguel, Azores. Explore twin lakes and viewpoints in 1-2 hours for about $17.
Patchwork e-bike ride in Terceira, Angra do Heroísmo. Soft volcanic-crater cycling, cows and flat roads, hotel pickup, 3.5 hours.
“This was our most amazing guided tour of all. Tiago is an excellent guide and we loved our scenic route combined with his vast knowledge of the history and geology of this spectacular island. 5 stars with a highly recommended.”
E-bike ride in Praia da Vitória, Terceira, with a guided coast loop and Miradouro do Facho views. Pickup, small groups, 2 hours.
“Jaime was an awesome guide. His KLM bikes are amazIng. The tour around the beach to St Maria was really great; the views are incredible. Loved every minute.”
Ride electric bikes through Sete Cidades’ Blue and Green Lakes, stopping at top viewpoints. Guided, helmeted, and 3 hours of value.
“This event was such a great experience! Hugo was our guide and I really enjoyed seeing the area on the e bike! We went along back areas as well as the main roads and always felt safe . Would highly recommend!”
3-hour guided e-bike ride in Sete Cidades, cycling crater rims, quiet lake bays, and Lake Santiago with ocean and Azores views.
“Our guide Warren was fantastic. He put safety and comfort level for the group above all else. Constantly looking behind to see that we were all ok. Lots of information about the area which made it very interesting. We have already recommended the activity and company to other travelers we have met up with. Ask for Warren and you are guaranteed a nice bike ride. Also if we had just rented bikes we wouldn’t have seen anywhere as much or learned as much.”
Private e-bike rim ride at Sete Cidades volcano from Ponta Delgada, with Blue and Green Lake views. 5 hours, up to 3.
“We had an incredible E bike tour around the volcano. The guide was very knowledgeable and we stopped at key spots for photos..”
Cruise Ponta Delgada on an e-bike, hitting viewpoints, beaches, a pineapple plantation, and old-town churches, with snacks and great local stories.
“The guides were really knowledgeable and friendly. They were happy to stop when we wanted to take photos or when we asked questions about a landmark. Good equipment. We really enjoyed the local produce. It was a great itinerary. It was easy to do this tour considering we are over 60.”
Ride an e-bike through Furnas, see steaming fumaroles and underground Cozido, then finish with a local cheese tasting and mountain views.
“Great way to see Furnas and enjoy some local cheeses - we had a wonderful time”
Guided 4-hour e-bike tour of Ribeira Grande with volcanic springs, viewpoints, and black-sand Santa Bárbara Beach in a small group.
“We loved this bike tour & Tiago was a wonderful guide; helpful, informative and friendly. We recommend this activity.”
E-bike tour in Praia da Vitória, Terceira. Easy 1.5-hour ride with pickup, beach stops, and views from Facho and Humberto Delgado.
Every kind of day out across the islands, and the best of each.
