Day 1

Fly to Sao Miguel, Azores

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Days 2-4

Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel

Spa & Bathing Site of Ponta Da Ferraria

Take a swim in one of the most serene and relaxing places in the Azores, the natural swimming pool of Ponta Da Ferraria. Whether lying out in the sun on volcanic rocks or swimming in the natural ocean hot spring pool, your family will be happy and relaxed!

Mountain Bike & Kayak in Sete Cidades

Find adventure on the “Green Island.” Then, you’ll visit Sete Cidades, a village located in a dormant volcano with twin crater lakes. Kayak in the serene waters and bike around the village.

Five Senses Cultural Immersion

During a Five Senses Tour, spend time at a local farm milking cows, plowing soil, and baking delicious traditional bread.

Friends Across Borders Meeting (Pen Pals)

As part of our Friends Across Borders program, the kids who exchanged letters with local students before leaving on their adventure have the chance to meet and play games or share activities together. Everyone enjoys making new friends from a culture different from their own.

Dolphin and Whale Watching

You’ll take a whale watching tour in one of the world’s 10 best sighting destinations for a chance to spot sperm whales, bottlenose dolphins and more!

Snorkel Vila Franca do Campo Islet

Hop on a fishing boat toward Vila Franca do Campo Islet, a volcanic crater enclosing a natural lagoon, to snorkel its crystal-clear waters teeming with protected fish species!

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Days 5-6

Faial Island (Horta)

Hike the Capelinhos Volcano

Take a “walk on the moon” on the island’s westernmost point, Capelinhos Volcano, the site of the last volcanic eruption in the Azores.

Visit to Capelinhos Volcanic Interpretation Center

While at the Capelinhos Volcanic Interpretation Center, you’ll watch a 3D movie and talk to the staff to learn about the formation of the Azores Islands. You’ll also visit the lighthouse, which offers an incredible view of the “new” part of the island, formed by a volcanic eruption in 1957.

Walk Through Azorean Wine Country

Experience the island’s wine country at Vinhas da Criação Velha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Explore the Volcanic Caves of Gruta das Torres

Venture through Pico Island’s underground world at Gruta das Torres (Grotto of Towers), the longest lava cave in the Azores.

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Days 7-8

Furnas, Sao Miguel

Jeep Safari to Fire Lake

Hop into a jeep to go and explore Fire Lake (Lagoa do Fogo), one of the most beautiful crater lakes in the Azores.

Outdoor Thermal Pool at Terra Nostra Hotel

The Terra Nostra Hotel has an outdoor botanical garden and a naturally heated outdoor thermal pool that you’ll be able to take full advantage of while exploring Furnas. There isn’t a much better way to relax after a day of adventure!

Visit the Microbiological Center of Furnas

Visit the Microbiological Center of Furnas and learn about the microbial living beings in the Azores thermal springs. Your family will even have the chance to be like scientists and participate in different projects that the center is working on!

Hike in Faial Da Terra

Visit the area’s natural wonders with a hike to the abandoned village of Sanguinho, that’s undergoing restoration. Finish the hike back in town with refreshments and mingling with locals.

Cozido das Furnas Cooking Experience

Visit the “Caldeiras da Lagoa” (Lake Calderas) region and prepare dinner for the evening like a traditional Azorean and place ingredients in the hot earth.

Terra Nostra Gardens Botanical Park

Visit Terra Nostra Gardens botanical park. Enjoy the peaceful beauty and local flora of Furnas.

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Day 9

Depart Sao Miguel

Visit a Tea Plantation

Taste several different kinds of tea and learn about tea production at Europe’s only tea plantation.

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2020 Dates

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