2-Week Adventure: 5 Islands Experience

1. Day 1 Arrival in Faial

   Welcome to the Azores! Upon arrival and departure, enjoy seamless airport transfers. For a smooth start to your stay, we recommend pre-booking an early check-in to make the most of your time in this charming destination.

   Suggestion for the day:

   • Explore Downtown Horta. Stroll around Horta’s historical streets and behold the beauty of the old-world architecture of the Azores. Horta, the capital of Faial Island, offers superb views over the neighboring island of Pico from where Mount Pico magnificently stands out. 

   Highlights:

   • Peter Café Sport
   • Porto Pim
   • Genuíno Restaurant
   • Monte da Guia
   • Nossa Senhora da Conceição Viewpoint
   • Horta’s Marine
2. Day 2 Pico Full Day-Tour (Included)

   • Embark on a captivating tour of Pico Island, starting in Madalena and heading to São Mateus to visit the Sanctuary of "Bom Jesus Milagroso".
   • Admire exquisite handicrafts at the House of Regional Crafts.
   • Enjoy lunch with local specialties at a nearby restaurant.
   • Visit Lajes do Pico - famously known as “Vila Baleeira”- followed by Captain's Lagoon along Portugal's northern coast.
   • Explore Sao Roque’s commercial pier before returning through Mistério das Bandeiras volcanic landscape.
   • Marvel at iconic rock formations including fascinating tunnels and caves such as Cachorro dos Arcos!
3. Day 3 São Jorge Full-Day Tour (Included)

   • Explore the breathtaking sights of Velas viewpoint and Urzelina
   • Visit Manadas' Igreja de Santa Barbara
   • Learn about cheese-making and sample fresh cheese at an Azores factory
   • Take an excursion around Rosais village and Sete Fontes park
   • Admire Faial, Pico & Graciosa from Pico da Velha peak
4. Day 4 Faial Half-Day Tour (Included)

   • Start from Horta and visit Espalamaca for views and the "Nossa Senhora da Conceição" statue
   • Witness Flamengos Valley and its Calderia crater
   • Relax at Fajã viewpoint, then explore Capelos village and the Capelinhos volcano
   • End the tour at Monte da Guia reserve for volcanic cone scenery near Horta city limits
5. Day 5 Flight to Terceira Island

   Welcome to Terceira Island! Upon arrival and departure, enjoy seamless airport transfers. For a smooth start to your stay, we recommend pre-booking an early check-in to make the most of your time in this charming destination.

   Suggestion for the day:

   • Lose yourself in the charm of Angra do Heroísmo! With a stroll around downtown, let your senses be tantalized by uncovering exciting new secrets – while you take a pit stop and savor Portuguese scrumptious treats at one of its cozy seaside cafes. You'll discover Angra's secrets later during your trip on a guided walking tour. 

   Highlights: 

   • Capitães-Generais Palace
   • Angra do Heroísmo City Streets 
   • Garden Duque da Bragança
   • Alto da Memória Viewpoint
   • Misericórdia Church
   • Prainha
   • Monte Brasil
   • Duque de Bragança Farmers Market
   • Silveira Natural Pools
   • Bordados dos Açores
   • São Bento Pottery 
6. Day 6 Free Day for Personal Activities (Terceira)

   Suggestion for the day:

   • Terceira Volcano Experience: Explore the island in style and uncover its magnificent volcanic origins! Immerse yourself in the unique experience of visiting one of the only volcanoes that you can visit on Earth from the inside out. Discover Algar do Carvão, a lava tube cave plus spots like Gruta do Natal, Furnas do Enxofre's sulfuric fumaroles, and Serra da Ribeirinha viewpoint boasting outstanding views over countryside landscapes.
7. Day 7 Half-Day Tour Around Terceira (Included)

   • Visit São Mateus, home to a stunning fishing harbor and an interesting whaling museum. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Lagoa das Patas National Park or take a dip at Biscoitos natural ocean swimming pools – perfect for cooling down after sightseeing. End your day with breathtaking views from Raminho's viewpoint as you admire 3 islands that make up this archipelago.

   Highlights:

   • Whaling Museum
   • Azulart Pottery
   • Local Cheese Factory
   • Lagoa das Patas
   • Biscoitos' Lava Swimming Pools
   • Raminho Viewpoint
8. Day 8 Angra do Heroísmo Walking Tour (Included)

   • Join this guided walking tour to explore Angra do Heroismo, a picturesque city praised as one of UNESCO's World Heritage sites.
   • Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of this historical hub and discover its hidden gems
   • Learn about the tragedy that struck the locals in 1980, when a powerful earthquake destroyed a large part of the city. Uncover how the Terceirenses rose from the rubble and immediately started rebuilding, creating their own unique legacy in Angra do Heroísmo while preserving most of its original architectural features
9. Day 9 Free Day for Personal Activities (Terceira)

   Suggestion for the day

   • The Azores Islands are an epicurean delight for foodies. The archipelago’s many unique microclimates, abundant water supply, and volcanic nature of the islands make it possible to offer a large variety of delicious dishes. Based on a rich and hearty, peasant style of cooking, Azorean cuisine is so scrumptious, it will leave you asking for seconds.

   Recommended Experiences:

   • Gastronomy Experiences: Cook in a Wood Oven with a Local Family
   • Historical Food Tour
10. Day 10 Flight to São Miguel Island

    Welcome to São Miguel Island! Upon arrival and departure, enjoy seamless airport transfers. For a smooth start to your stay, we recommend pre-booking an early check-in to make the most of your time in this charming destination.

    Suggestion for the day:

    • Take the afternoon to stroll around Ponta Delgada’s city streets. Ponta Delgada, the main city, is not only the hub of the island but the capital of the Azores. Ponta Delgada evokes all the charms of Europe with cobbled streets, sidewalk cafes, and a thriving culinary scene. 

    Not to miss:

    • Portas da Cidade
    • Louvre Michaelense
    • Pineapple Plantations
    • Matriz Church
11. Day 11 Whale & Dolphin Watching Excursion (Included)

    • The Azores Islands are known for their unparalleled beauty and biodiversity, adored by outdoor adventure enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. But what people may not know is that the Azores is also one of the fastest-growing whale-watching destinations in the world.
12. Day 12 Full-Day Tour: Sete Cidades, Furnas & Lagoa do Fogo (Included)

    • Visit Sete Cidades
    • Explore Lagoa do Fogo
    • Enjoy delicious local cuisine in Furnas.
    • Conclude the adventure with freshly brewed tea at Gorreana Tea Factory, the oldest operating estate in Europe
13. Day 13 Free Day for Personal Activities (São Miguel Island)

    Suggestion for the day:

    • Visit Nordeste

    Highlights:

    • Ponta do Sossego Viewpoint
    • Ponta da Madrugada Viewpoint
    • Arnel Lighthouse
    • Poço Azul Hiking Trail
    • Ribeira dos Caldeirões Natural Park
14. Day 14 Free Day for Personal Activities (São Miguel Island)

    Suggestion for the day:

    • Take the day for a hiking adventure: The Azores Islands have an excellent network of trails that allow you to explore their most pristine and unspoiled locales on foot. Imagine hiking on vibrant green and verdant nature paths, discovering awe-inspiring waterfalls, and taking spectacular photographs of stunning landscapes, all while breathing in the fresh, clean air of the Azores. Now pack your bags, because these paradise imaginings are real, and they are waiting in the Azores.

    Recommended hikes:

    • Lagoa do Fogo (medium)
    • Moinhos do Félix (medium)
    • Serra Devassa (medium)
    • Sanguinho (medium)
15. Day 15 Return Flight Home

    Check out from the hotel in São Miguel Island and transfer to the airport. We hope you had a fantastic time in the Azores and look forward to traveling with you again in the future!

Available Experiences

Included

Whale Watching: Half Day

Included

Van Tours: Faial Excursion - Half Day (departure from Horta)

Included

Van Tours: Pico Excursion - Full Day (Departure from Horta)

Included

Van Tours: São Jorge Excursion - Full Day (Departure from Horta)

Included

Excursions: Terceira Island - Half Day

Included

Walking Tour: Angra do Heroísmo City Tour

Included

Van Tours: Full Day 3 Best Highlights - Sete Cidades, Furnas & Lagoa do Fogo (lunch included)

Optional

Van Tours: Full Day Faial with lunch and Interpretation Center of Capelinhos Volcano

Additional cost applies

Optional

Boat Tours: Cabras Islet Tour

Additional cost applies

Optional

Thematic Tours: Dairy Farm Experience

Additional cost applies

Optional

Excursions: Best of Terceira Volcano Experience (Entrance Tickets Included) - Small group

Additional cost applies

Optional

Special Offer: Azorean Gin Masterclass

Additional cost applies

Optional

Dinner: Hemingway Menu

Additional cost applies