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Azores: Wild Volcanic Islands of the Atlantic (11 destinations)

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From Ponta Delgada to Azores Islands
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  • Lighthouse on a cliff with ocean waves crashing below.
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Arrival at Ponta Delgada

    Arrival at Ponta Delgada

    Included Activities

    • Self-drive to north coast of São Miguel
    • Scenic drive through rolling hills and meadows
    Landmarks
    Ponta Delgada
    São Miguel
  3. Day 2

    São Miguel Lakes and Coastal Exploration

    São Miguel Lakes and Coastal Exploration

    Included Activities

    • Hike to Lagoa do Canário
    • Hike to Sete Cidades twin lakes crater viewpoint
    • Visit Miradouro da Ponta do Escalvado
    • Visit Piscinas Naturais Caneiros natural pools at Mosteiros

    Optional Activities

    • Swimming in natural pools at Mosteiros
    Landmarks
    Lagoa do Canário
    Sete Cidades
    Miradouro da Ponta do Escalvado
    Mosteiros
    Piscinas Naturais Caneiros
  4. Day 3

    Furnas Hot Springs and Thermal Baths

    Furnas Hot Springs and Thermal Baths

    Included Activities

    • Visit caldeiras and steaming hot springs in Vale das Furnas
    • Bathe in thermal pools at Terra Nostra Park

    Optional Activities

    • Explore plant varieties in Terra Nostra Park
    Landmarks
    Vale das Furnas
    Terra Nostra Park
    Furnas Lake
  5. Day 4

    Transfer to Pico

    Transfer to Pico

    Included Activities

    • Self-drive exploration of Pico
    • Stop at Cabeça de Cachorro rock formation
    Landmarks
    Pico Volcano
    Cabeça de Cachorro
    Cachorro
  6. Day 5

    Pico UNESCO Vineyards and Whale Watching

    Pico UNESCO Vineyards and Whale Watching

    Included Activities

    • Drive through Zona de Adegas UNESCO vineyards

    Optional Activities

    • Whale watching rubber dinghy excursion in Lajes (bookable on site)
    • Visit Ponta da Ilha lighthouse in Manhenha
    • Dining at Cella Bar in Madalena
    Landmarks
    Zona de Adegas
    Lajes
    Ponta da Ilha Lighthouse
    Manhenha
    Madalena
  7. Day 6

    Pico Volcano Hike and Highland Lakes

    Pico Volcano Hike and Highland Lakes

    Included Activities

    • Hike to Pico volcano summit from Casa da Montanha

    Optional Activities

    • Explore highland lakes: Lagoa da Rosada, Lagoa do Peixinho
    • Visit Lagoa Seca with forest walks
    Landmarks
    Casa da Montanha
    Pico Volcano Summit
    Lagoa da Rosada
    Lagoa do Peixinho
    Lagoa Seca
    São Jorge
  8. Day 7

    Ferry Transfer to Faial

    Ferry Transfer to Faial

    Included Activities

    • Ferry crossing from Madalena to Horta

    Optional Activities

    • Dolphin spotting during ferry crossing
    • Seafood dining at local restaurant
    Landmarks
    Madalena
    Horta
    Faial
  9. Day 8

    Horta Exploration and Coastal Views

    Horta Exploration and Coastal Views

    Included Activities

    • Explore Horta old town and harbor

    Optional Activities

    • Hike to Monte da Guia viewpoint
    • Visit Porto Pim beach
    • Visit Praia do Almoxarife
    • Explore lighthouse ruins in Ribeirinha
    Landmarks
    Horta
    Monte da Guia
    Porto Pim Beach
    Praia do Almoxarife
    Ribeirinha
    Pico
  10. Day 9

    Faial Caldeira and Forest Trails

    Faial Caldeira and Forest Trails

    Included Activities

    • Visit Caldeira crater at Miradouro da Caldeira
    • Hike Rocha da Fajã Trail through Laurissilva forest

    Optional Activities

    • Hike to Cabeçó Verde viewpoint
    • Picnic at Parque Florestal do Capelo
    Landmarks
    Caldeira
    Miradouro da Caldeira
    Rocha da Fajã Trail
    Laurissilva Forest
    Cabeçó Verde
    Parque Florestal do Capelo
    Pico
    São Jorge
    Graciosa
  11. Day 10

    Return to São Miguel

    Return to São Miguel

    Optional Activities

    • Taxi or bus transfer from airport to accommodation (payable locally)
    • Traditional octopus in wine sauce dinner
    Landmarks
    Ponta Delgada
  12. Day 11

    Departure

    Departure
    Landmarks
    Ponta Delgada

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