Highlights of the Azores

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Booking Type Instant booking
duration 7 days
tour type Small group Request as private
age requirement 15-99 yrs
max group size 12
guiding method Fully guided
Tour Code BM-17864
Footprint Carbonneutral CO₂ emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
Operated in English

Starts Ponta delgada, Portugal
Ends Faial Island, Portugal

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Uncover the wonders of Sao Miguel on a day tour of the island, from plantations of tea and pineapples to an active volcano and some truly memorable viewpoints.
Step out for a spectacular hike around the Caldeira Santo Cristo on Sao Jorge Island – the cinematic views of the island’s colourful and diverse landscape are sure to stop you in your tracks.
Check out the lava tunnels on Pico Island, visit a family-owned distillery and learn about life on the island over a tasting of their products and be amazed by the stunning UNESCO-listed landscape of Pico's vineyards.
Travel to the island of Faial, visit the island's resident volcano, Capelinhos, and learn about how its last eruption in 1957 dramatically changed the landscape of the island.
Experience a lunch like no other – a ‘Cozido das Furnas’ is a delicious stew cooked underground by steam from a volcano.
By travelling on this trip, you’ll learn about our Intrepid Foundation partner, REFOOD. Donations help them rescue quality food from going to waste and provide meals for those in need. Intrepid will double the impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Intrepid Foundation.
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Start in Ponta delgada and end in Faial Island, the "Highlights Of The Azores" trip is a guided natural landmarks sightseeing tour that takes 7 days. You will travel through Pico Island, Sao Jorge Island and Ponta delgada in Portugal. "Highlights Of The Azores" is a small group trip which includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

Although modern Portugal can be credited for its contributions to art, architecture and world-class dining, there’s a distant remnant of the Old Empire lying far from the mainland. From the rolling blue hydrangeas of Faial, the steep cliffs of Sao Jorge and the black volcanic soil under the vineyards of Pico, the Azores offer a delightful insight into both island and Portuguese living. Discover a new side to ancient Portugal on this island-hopping Atlantic adventure.

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Day 1: Sao Miguel Island / Ponta Delgada
Day 2: Sao Miguel Island / Ponta Delgada
Day 3: Sao Jorge Island / Velas
Day 4: Sao Jorge Island / Velas
Day 5: Faial Island / Horta
Day 6: Pico Island / Faial Island / Horta
Day 7: Faial Island / Horta

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Accommodation

Hotel (4 nights), Guesthouse (2 nights)

Meals

6 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches

Transport

Plane , Ferry , Private vehicle , On foot , Taxi

Guide

An expert tour leader

Included Activities

Sao Miguel - Island Day Tour
Sao Miguel - Arruda’s Pineapple Plantation at Faja de Baixo
Sao Miguel - Cozido das Furnas Lunch
Sao Miguel - Tea Plantation Visit & Tasting
Sao Miguel - Miradouro do Pico do Ferro & Miradouro de Santa Iria
Sao Jorge - Hike to Caldeira do Santo Cristo with Picnic Lunch
Sao Jorge - Visit to Bakery or Local Market
Faial - Capelinhos Volcano Interpretation Centre
Pico Island - Day Trip
Pico Island - Liqueur Tasting
Pico Island - Criacao Velha Vineyards UNESCO World Heritage Site
Pico Island - Arcos do Cachorro (Lava tunnels)

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

Any international flights to Ponta delgada and from Faial Island are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
Travel insurance is not included in this Highlights of the Azores tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. World Nomads' travel insurance has been designed by travelers for travelers.

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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Highlights of the Azores tour. You can cancel the tour up to 58 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 57 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 15 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 15 June 2024, a deposit of 400 USD is required to confirm the tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 57 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Highlights of the Azores tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Highlights of the Azores tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

Is this trip right for you

There is an internal flight included on this trip. In order for our local operator to be able to buy tickets we need your passport details preferably at the time of booking, but at least 6 weeks prior to the trip's departure. Please note that this internal flight has a luggage limit of 20kg. Please pack accordingly as exceeding this limit may incur additional charges at the airport.
This trip includes some ferry rides between the islands. With temperamental weather, some of these ferry trips may be a little rocky.
This trip does not require any physical preparation, however, a good level of fitness will be an advantage. The Azores are a natural wonderland and the best way to discover them is on foot. There are few included walks and lots of opportunities to discover the islands further in your free time.
On this trip you must pack as lightly as possible because you will be expected to carry your own bag and although you won't be required to walk long distances with your luggage (max 30 minutes), we strongly recommend keeping the weight under 15kg / 33lb. Most travellers carry their luggage in a backpack, although an overnight bag with a shoulder strap would suffice if you travel lightly. Smaller bags or backpacks with wheels are convenient although we recommend your bag has carry straps to accommodate the cobbled streets, uneven surfaces, stairs and steps you are likely to encounter while carrying your luggage. You'll also need a day pack/bag to carry water and a camera etc for day trips.

COVID VACCINATION POLICY

Proof of vaccination against COVID-19 is no longer mandatory on departures after 1st January 2023. Nonetheless, all travellers are strongly advised to be vaccinated as a safety measure to protect themselves and others on the tour. This policy excludes all Polar trips and select adventure cruises, where testing and vaccination are required.

Also, proof of vaccination may still be required at specific entry points or by the airlines. Therefore, please make sure to check all the travel requirements carefully before travelling.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s Safe Travels stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene global standardised protocols have been adopted.
Hygiene and safety guidelines will be followed to ensure your well being is looked after during travels.

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