Join us and discover the astonishing beauty of São Miguel Island in the Azores archipelago. We’ll show you the highlights of this island, as well as to some of the lesser known gems found at the heart of São Miguel. The trip’s relaxed island pace combines breathtaking scenery, with adventure and tranquility, earning it a 5-star rating.
A direct flight from Boston, Toronto, Madrid or Lisbon will take you to this string of lush volcanic islands, sitting in the middle of the Atlantic, with temperate weather all year round. Composed of nine islands, this Portuguese archipelago is one of the few unspoilt paradises left on the planet. Often described as the tip of the lost continent of Atlantis, the islands retain an Old World charm that is difficult to find anywhere else in Europe.
Trip Highlights
- Discover the Azores’ best kept secrets
- Hike along the famous lagoons and cliffs of the wild Atlantic islands
- Explore quaint whitewashed towns and villages of the São Miguel Island
- Delight in fresh cuisine – seafood, local cheeses and Portuguese wines
- Breathtaking scenery – waterfalls & lush vegetation
- Whale & dolphin watching
Activities – Hiking, Walking
This trip is rated Easy Active [2] with optional Moderate [3] parts. Trip members should be capable of hiking up to 4 hours (up to 6 miles) on consecutive days. Hikes may include trails with loose dirt, rocks, sand, numerous stone stairs of variable height, and sections with steep ascents and descents. Elevation gain/loss is moderate on this trip.
DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION: | Vila Galé Collection S. Miguel, Ponta Delgada, S. Miguel Island, Azores | |||||
DEPARTURE TIME: | Please arrive by 9 am for a welcome brief and departure at 9:30 am. | |||||
RETURN TIME: | Ponta Delgada, São Miguel 4 pm. | |||||
WHAT TO WEAR: | Comfortable athletic clothing, hiking boots, hat and jacket. | |||||
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SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: | € 90/ night (2024) |
Sete Cidades Lagoon Walk
Hiking: Sete Cidades: 6.2 miles (9.7 km); terrain: packed dirt and rocky trails with some steeper sections;
Driving: 30 min
Whale and Dolphin Watching and Scenic hiking to Salto do Cabrito
Hiking (loop): Options from 5.3 miles (8.5 km); Duration: 2.5hrs;
Driving: 25 min
Discovering the stunning Lagoa do Fogo (Fire Lagoon)
Faial da Terra and Salto do Prego Waterfalls
WOW! Lagoa das Furnas
Moinho do Félix and Gorreana Tea Plantation
What’s included
- Transportation during the course of the trip
- Guilt-free van support with snacks and water
- Highly experienced and enthusiastic trilingual guides
- Entries for specific monuments, events or points of interest
- Gratuities for all accommodations and group meals
- Baggage transfers and handling
- Optional transfer to the airport at end of the trip
- Wine with group lunches and dinners
- Lodging and meals as indicated below
Accommodations
Hotels, 5 nights:
- Ponta Delgada – 3 nights
- Furnas – 2 nights
Meals: 5 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches and 4 dinners:
Day 1: Lunch and Dinner
Day 2: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 4: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 5: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 6: Breakfast and Lunch
Tour Dates – 2024
- April 28 – May 3 – guaranteed
- May 19 – 24
- June 2 – 7 – guaranteed
- Sept 15 – 20 – guaranteed
Tour Reviews
Thank you for a wonderful time! We felt like we experienced a full adventure and education. We have great / renewed respect for the people of these islands. We hope to have a similar experience in continental Portugal in the future. God Bless! Angela & Phil H.
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