Highlights
Porto - Stroll through the UNESCO-listed old town to see the city’s landmarks and enjoy a Port wine tasting by the Douro River
Douro Valley - Journey along the scenic Estrada Nacional 222 and take a river cruise through terraced vineyards
Pinhao - Savour a traditional regional lunch and sample fine wines at a local estate surrounded by rolling hills
Douro Vineyards - Enjoy a picnic among the vines followed by a tasting at one of the valley’s renowned wineries
Sete Cidades - Admire the twin blue and green lakes of this vast volcanic crater from the Vista do Rei viewpoint
Caldeira Velha - Bathe beneath a warm waterfall surrounded by lush tropical vegetation on São Miguel’s north coast
Furnas - Observe bubbling fumaroles and see the traditional Cozido das Furnas cooked underground using geothermal heat
Caldeira Velha - Bathe beneath a warm waterfall surrounded by lush tropical vegetation on São Miguel’s north coast
Furnas - Observe bubbling fumaroles and see the traditional Cozido das Furnas cooked underground using geothermal heat
Itinerary
Journey through Portugal and the Azores on a 9-day tour that begins in Porto’s historic streets before venturing into the Douro Valley for vineyard visits and wine tastings. Continue to Sao Miguel Island, staying in Ponta Delgada and travelling through Sete Cidades, Furnas, Ribeira Grande and Vila Franca do Campo. Admire volcanic lakes, steaming springs and lush green hills before relaxing into the island’s easy rhythm.
day 1Welcome to Porto
On arrival at Porto Airport, you will be met by your driver and transferred to your hotel. After checking in, the rest of the day is yours to enjoy as you wish. You may like to take a leisurely walk through the city centre, browse the local shops, or stop at one of Porto’s many excellent restaurants to sample the region’s cuisine.
day 2Discovering Porto
day 3A Journey Through the Douro Valley
day 4A Day Among the Vineyards
day 5Porto to the Azores
day 6Sete Cidades & Fogo Lakes
day 7Exploring Furnas and the North Coast
day 8Day at Leisure on Sao Miguel
day 9Farewell to the Azores
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