Walking Adventure Tours & Trips in Atlantic
Explore a wide diversity of walking adventure tours through Atlantic. We have 22 adventures that vary from 4 days to 15 days. With the greatest number of departures in October, this is also the most popular time of the year.
10 best walking adventure Atlantic tours
Compiled by
MelissaAtlantic travel expert at TourRadar
- Discover the Azores
- Geluxe: Madeira: Pico do Arieiro, Fanal Forest & Porto Moniz
- Madeira Island Escape - Small Group (Small Groups)
- Discover the Pearls of the Caribbean 2026-2027 - 15 Days (16 destinations)
- Discover the Yachting Islands of the Caribbean 2028-2029
- The Azores: Beautiful Green Islands in the Atlantic
- Madeira - 8 Day Adventure Tour
- The Azores Jewels of Portugal (Ponta Delgada, Azore to Lisbon, 2027)
- The Azores: Volcanic Islands in the Atlantic Ocean
- Island Hopping in the Azores in the Atlantic Ocean
Duration 7 days Destinations Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel Island, Furnas, Vila Franca do Campo, Sete Cidades, Ribeira Grande, Lagoa, Nordeste, Povoação Age Range Ages 8+ Operator Omega Tours From
- US$3,084
Duration 7 days Destinations Funchal, Pico do Arieiro Mountain, Ribeiro Frio, Porto da Cruz, Ponta de São Lourenço, Monte, Madeira, Camara de Lobos, Ponta Do Sol, Sao VicenteSee all destinations Age Range Ages 12+ Operator G Adventures From
- US$3,599
Duration 4 days Destinations Funchal, Ponta Do Sol, Camara de Lobos, Monte Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Trafalgar From $1,775
10% off- US$1,598
Duration 15 days Destinations St Martin, Anguilla, Virgin Island, British, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Antigua and Barbuda, Guadeloupe, Saint Lucia, Barbados Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Emerald Cruises From $12,690
9% off- US$11,514
Duration 15 days Destinations Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands, U.S., Virgin Island, British, St Martin, Montserrat, Antigua and Barbuda, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Guadeloupe Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Emerald Cruises From $14,440
19% off- US$11,659
The São Miguel island trails take you across the Sete Cidades crater rim, through Furnas Valley's thermal paths, and along coastal routes near Ribeira Grande. This well-crafted tour combines guided hikes, comfortable accommodations, and traditional meals.
Duration 8 days Destinations Ponta Delgada, Ribeira Grande, Sete Cidades, Furnas, Povoação Operated in Only: German Operator Gebeco From
19% off- US$1,452
Duration 8 days Destinations Funchal, Madeira Island, Monte, Ribeira Brava, Paul da Serra, Rabacal, Porto Moniz, Curral das Freiras, Pico do Arieiro Mountain, SantanaSee all destinations Age Range Ages 18+ Operated in Only: German Operator Chamaeleon From
19% off- US$2,690
Duration 13 days Destinations Ponta Delgada, Sete Cidades, Furnas, Horta, Faial Island, Angra do Heroismo, Lisbon Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Collette From
19% off- US$4,699
Twin lakes of Sete Cidades, Terceira's shoreline, and Furnas' thermal areas highlight this eight-day coastal tour. The itinerary features Terra Nostra garden and traditional Cozido das Furnas lunch experience.
Duration 8 days Destinations Ponta Delgada, Sete Cidades, Furnas, Lagoa das Furnas, Parque Terra Nostra, Ribeira Quente, Horta, Pico Island, Lajes do Pico Municipality, Terceira IslandSee all destinations Operated in Only: German Operator Gebeco From
19% off- US$2,350
The volcanic landscapes unfold as you walk the Sete Cidades lake paths, wander through Terra Nostra park, and visit Terceira's caves. This Atlantic adventure includes guided walks, comfortable accommodation, and most meals.
Duration 8 days Destinations Ponta Delgada, Sete Cidades, Furnas, Parque Terra Nostra, Faial Island, Horta, Pico Island, São Roque, Lajes do Pico Municipality, MadalenaSee all destinations Operated in Only: German Operator Gebeco From
19% off- US$2,350
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What people love about Walking Adventure Tours in Atlantic
- Walking in the Azores
We had the best tour leader (Tania). She was so knowledgeable about everything related to the Islands, history, geography, plants, wines, restaurants etc. The trip was so well organized. No detail was left unturned. Thanks for making this vacation one of my best ever. I miss our hiking group so much already but I have returned home holding the Azores in my heart. Barb
- Canary Islands Walking - Gran Canaria
It was a great holiday with lovely participants and a wonderful tour leader and well thought out walks which enabled us to see much of Gran Canaria. The only issue was the unusually cold temperature in the evenings. None of us had taken enough warm clothes to stay comfortably warm eating outside at night. It might be worth an NB in the advice about clothing.
What our customers ask about Walking Adventure Tours & Trips in Atlantic
When is the best time to go on a Walking Adventure tour in the Atlantic region?
The Atlantic region offers distinct walking seasons across its destinations. The Azores sees its best walking conditions from May to September with clear weather and good visibility. Travelers on TourRadar often highlight June saying "views from Monte Brasil over Angra do Heroismo were spectacular." Madeira works well year-round thanks to its mild climate but spring from March to May brings out colorful wildflowers along the trails. Places like Hotel Azoris Faial Garden in Horta and Hotel Quinta Splendida in Madeira welcome walkers throughout the year.
What fitness level is required for Atlantic Walking Adventure tours?
Atlantic Walking Adventures suit people who can handle 4-6 hours of daily walking at a leisurely to moderate pace. The Azores features walks between 5km and 15km per day with elevation changes of 250-650m. A TourRadar participant noted "The walks were all well thought out and appropriate for the grading. Some walks had challenging sections but our guide was very supportive." Beginners often start with gentler routes like the Furnas Valley walk in São Miguel or the coastal paths of Faial.
What are the must-see highlights on an Atlantic Walking Adventure tour?
The Atlantic region's walking highlights center on natural wonders. São Miguel's Sete Cidades crater lakes the Caldeira rim walk in Faial and Pico Island's UNESCO vineyards stand out. One walker shared "The crater walk with views of the twin blue and green lakes was breathtaking." The experience extends to Madeira's Levada do Caniçal the Azores' laurel forests and Lanzarote's coastal paths. Most routes pass by thermal pools and villages like Furnas where local culture comes alive.
What's included in Atlantic Walking Adventure tour packages?
Standard tour packages cover accommodations at properties like Santa Rosa Apartments in Costa Teguise or Azoris Faial Garden Hotel daily breakfast select dinners English-speaking guides and inter-island transfers. TourRadar reviews note "All the logistics ran smoothly and the guide managed each day to our best advantage for time and weather conditions." Transport includes minibus service ferry crossings and necessary domestic flights. Travelers should note that international flights and most lunches need separate arrangements.
How many different islands/locations will I visit on an Atlantic Walking Adventure?
Tour itineraries span multiple locations based on the region. The Azores programs typically cover four islands: São Miguel São Jorge Pico and Faial. Madeira focuses mainly on its main island with occasional visits to Porto Santo. Visitors report "Each island offers completely different landscapes and walking experiences." Canary Islands tours often explore one island thoroughly such as Lanzarote or Gran Canaria allowing deeper exploration of local trails.
What wildlife might I encounter during Atlantic Walking Adventures?
Walking routes across the Atlantic islands present natural encounters with local wildlife. The Azores offers glimpses of sperm whales from coastal paths and native birds in forest areas. A recent walker reported "Watching Cory's shearwaters from our hotel in São Jorge was amazing." Madeira's Laurissilva Forest holds unique plant species while Lanzarote's shoreline walks reveal seabirds and marine life in rocky pools.