Day 1

Fly to San Miguel, Azores

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Days 2-4

Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel

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.

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)

Flight from Sao Miguel to Faial

Enjoy a change of scenery with a flight to Faial Island (Ilha do Faial), a hexagonal landmass known as the “Blue Island” for the plentiful hydrangeas that bloom there in summer.

Capelinhos Walking Excursion

Take a leisurely walk by Faial’s sandy beaches, green hills and crystal blue oceanside to the island’s lighthouse. The view offers a whole new perspective of the volcano’s wavy, lunar-like hills and ridges.

Picnic Lunch at Nature Park

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

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.

Canto da Doca Dinner

Get a chance to play “chef” at the popular Canto da Doca restaurant in Horta. You’ll use stones heated up to 500 degrees to cook your choice of fresh meat or fish.

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Days 7-8

Furnas, Sao Miguel

Flight from Faial to Sao Miguel

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

Safari Drive to Fire Lake

Explore the sunswept scenery and wildlife at 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!

Furnas Village Center Visit

Take a leisurely walk around Furnas Village. Chat with residents, take in the sights and try the local delicacies, such as “bolo lêvedo” (homemade sweet bread) and “maçaroca de milho” (corn on the cob), cooked on the volcanic steam of hot springs.

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.

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Day 9

Depart Sao Miguel

Lunch at a Local Restaurant

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

Depart Sao Miguel

Before you depart for the airport, take time to shop and enjoy the scenery in Ponta Delgada, then our representatives will transfer you to the João Paulo II Airport.

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2023 Dates

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