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Half-Day Lajes Air Base Historic Sightseeing Tour

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4 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Portuguese

Overview

A gratifying tour through the interior of the island, enjoying the exuberant landscapes. Explore Lajes and Praia da Vitória city on the east coast, with the main objective of understanding the reason why several nations wanted to establish a military base on this island during the Second World War.

Understand the various facilities that have been installed throughout the island and at the Lajes airbase. The British and American presence during World War II as well as during the Cold War. The impact of this military presence since the landing of the troops until today.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation

    Meeting and Pickup

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    We offer the pick-up & drop-off at the hotel or other accommodation. At the end of the activity, we will take the participants back to their accommodation or to the starting point of the activity. You can send a message or call to indicate where we should pick up participants. The hotel pick-up and drop-off are free of charge and are included in the tour price.

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    Praça Velha
    9700-091 Angra do Heroísmo, Portugal

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    Angra do Heroismo

    Porto das Pipas was UK and US troops landing site. Understand the reason why they choose Terceira island, and what are the interests of the various nations (UK, US, GER, PT).
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    1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Forte de São Sebastião

    Visit São Sebastião fortress, where the first campsite and headquarter were installed.| Quinta dos Baldays temporary equipment and supplies storage area near the port | Achada airfield, the first airfield in the island | Cabrito jet fuel storage area | At Cabrito visit also the underground bunkers and ammunition storage area | Golf club built by the US forces | HF-GCS communications station.
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    30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Praia da Vitoria

    Serra do cume viewpoint, from where you can see the American port, the fuel storage park, and Lajes airbase | Cinder pit tank farm, one of the most important USAF facilities on the island | RAF/USAF war cemetery | Old US Navy hangar | Venezuela airforce C-130 crash site | Aldeia Nova housing area | USAF C-130 crash site near the airfield fence | Air transat flight 236 accident with airbus A-330 | Avianca constellation accident | The role of the Lajes airbase during the Berlin Blockade and operation Vittles | Air Sofia crash site, the last aircraft accident at Lajes | VOR viewpoint, learn about the Naval Air Facility and Strategic Air Command presence at Lajes | Torpedo shop, weapon, and ammunition storage facility | US Housing area | Humberto Delgado viewpoint, understand the silk purse operation and learn about Lajes summits | Airbase main gate | American port | South tank farm jet fuel storage | Miradouro do Facho the best view to the American Port and Praia da Vitória city.
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    2 hours 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

    Frequently Asked Questions (8)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Half-Day Lajes Air Base Historic Sightseeing Tour?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (-01).This tour 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. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-309439P7

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    What's Included

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    • Bottled water
    • Private transportation

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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