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Highlights of the Azores

Trip Type: Explorer

7 Days
| 1 - 12 People

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NZD $3,895.00 /Person
Explore the Azores with an array of unique experiences, starting on Sao Miguel where you’ll taste fresh pineapple from greenhouses and enjoy a traditional …
Highlights of the Azores

Explore the Azores with an array of unique experiences, starting on Sao Miguel where you’ll taste fresh pineapple from greenhouses and enjoy a traditional volcanic stew. Sail to Pico Island for a glimpse into its volcanic past and a tasting at a local distillery. Hike around Horta and pay a visit to Capelinhos volcano, then wander its charming streets, discovering architectural gems and local culture. Relax with a famous G&T at Cafe Sport, a favourite haunt for sailors. This is the Portugal you never knew.

Itinerary

Day 1: Sao Miguel Island / Ponta Delgada

Day 2: Sao Miguel Island / Ponta Delgada

Day 3: Sao Miguel Island / Ponta Delgada

Day 4: Faial Island / Horta

Day 5: Pico Island / Faial Island / Horta

Day 6: Faial Island / Horta

Day 7: Faial Island / Horta

Trip Inclusions

Meals

6 breakfasts and 0 dinners are included

Transport

Plane, Ferry, Private vehicle, On foot, Taxi

Accomodation

Hotel (6 nights)

Included Activities

  • Sao Miguel - Island Day Tour
  • Sao Miguel - Ananás dos Açores Boa Fruta Plantation visit
  • Sao Miguel - Cozido das Furnas Lunch
  • Sao Miguel - Tea Plantation Visit & Tasting
  • Sao Miguel - Miradouro do Pico do Ferro & Miradouro de Santa Iria
  • Sao Miguel - Terra Nostra Park visit
  • Sao Miguel - Lagoa das Sete Cidades visit
  • Horta - Leader led orientation walk
  • Pico Island - Criacao Velha Vineyards UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Pico Island - Arcos do Cachorro (Lava tunnels)
  • Pico Island - Liqueur Tasting
  • Pico Island - Day Trip
  • Faial Island - Monte da Guia walk
Trip Highlights
  • Savour the unique flavours of the Azores, like fresh pineapple straight from a greenhouse, traditional stew cooked underground by volcanic steam and Europe’s only home-grown tea.
  • Cross the stunning waters of the Azores, visiting Lagoa das Sete Cidades, which sits in a volcanic caldera. Discover the beauty of the islands from panoramic viewpoints and spend your free afternoons exploring local museums, biking or paddleboarding.
  • Travel on a ferry to Pico Island, where you’ll learn about the island’s volcanic history at Arcos do Cachorro and taste local spirits at a family-owned distillery.
  • Embrace the island’s natural wonders on a hike through Horta, followed by a visit to the Capelinhos volcano. Learn about its dramatic 1957 eruption at the volcano centre.
  • Wander through the charming streets of Ponta Delgada, Pico and Horta, where you’ll discover a mix of architectural styles and local culture. Unwind with a famous G&T at Cafe Sport – a legendary sailor’s haunt.
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Provided by
Intrepid
Reference Code: ZLSI
Trip Location
Trip Starts: Ponta Delgada, Portugal
Trip Ends: Faial Island, Portugal
Countries Visited: Portugal

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Destination Details

Portugal
| 7 Days
| 1 - 12 People