Azores and mainland Portugal

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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 i...

Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Lisbon and Porto are two of the most visited cities in Portugal, and for good reason. Explore a medieval fortress in the middle of cosmopolitan Lisbon and sweeten your day with a port tasting in, well, Porto
    • Admire beautiful green pastures as you drive along roads bordered with flowers on your excursion to Capelinhos volcano.
    • Enjoy a whale watching tour on a small boat excursion with an experienced guide who’ll offer insights into the lives of these amazing creatures
    • Hike to the top of Pico de Pedro, the highest point in all of Portugal!
    • Explore Sao Miguel Island and enjoy a local Azore cuisine made using local produce.

What's this trip about?

    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, starting from mainland Lisbon and ending in Sao Miguel, capital of the Azores.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 12 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportRound trip airfare and all internal transport included
Start CityPorto
End CitySao Miguel

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Portugal

Attractions

  • Azores
  • Lisbon
  • Porto

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Itinerary

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Day 1 Porto

Welcome to Porto, Portugal. This adventure begins with a welcome meeting at the hotel at6pm. Please double check with reception to confirm the time and place. If you're going to be late, please inform the hotel reception. We'll be collecting your insurance, passport d...

Day 2 Porto

See the sights and sounds of Porto on a guided orientation walk through the Ribeira district in the morning. The World Heritage-listed district is filled with a collection of twisting alleys, criss-crossing staircases and baroque churches. You’ll discover one of Port...

Day 3 Lisbon

Today, travel by direct train to the city of Lisbon, one of Europe’s most pleasant and affordable capital cities. The city combines the best of Portuguese life with its charming architecture, multicultural population, delicious seafood and non-stop nightlife. On arriv...

Day 4 Faial Island

Depart from Lisbon to Faial Island, where your exploration of the Azores begins. Sometimes referred to as Ilha Azul (Blue Island), the Portuguese poet Raul Brandao famously took note of the iconic blue hydrangeas that bloom on Faial in the summer months, quipping “The...

Day 5 Pico Island

Travel from Faial to Ilha do Pico. Known also as the Ilha Preta (Black Island) for its black volcanic earth, Pico is the proud home of UNESCO-designated vineyards that played a major part in the community’s development. Later in the day, embark on a whale-watching tou...

Day 6 Sao Jorge Island

Continue onwards via one way ferry to Sao Jorge Island, one of the most scenic islands in the Azores thanks to its steep cliffs and narrow landmass. With a free day to explore, there’s plenty to do. Sao Jorge is home to some of the best walks in all the Azores, taking...

Day 7 Sao Jorge Island

Make the most of a second day on Sao Jorge Island with a guided hike along the Pico do Pedro trail, an intermediate-level 17 kilometre trip along the island’s stunning mountain range. Begin at the foot of Pico do Pedro, passing by Pico da Esperanca – the highest point...

Day 8 Sao Miguel

Say goodbye to Sao Jorge and travel on a morning flight to Sao Miguel. This next island is treasured as the vibrant garden of the Atlantic thanks to its lush surrounds – hopefully you get a glimpse of this through the plane windows. Start your adventure in Sao Miguel ...

Day 9 Sao Miguel

San Miguel is home to some stunning scenery ¬– by the end of the day, this should be more than obvious. Take a guided walk to the west and central sites of the island, wandering over lagoons and volcanoes in this stunning green landscape. Begin the trip by visiting ...

Day 10 Sao Miguel

Your adventures through Portugal and the Azores comes to an end today.

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Last Updated: 12/3/2021

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Accommodation

Hotel (9 nights),

Transportation & Flights

Plane,train,public bus,metro,taxi,ferry,

Transportation & flights

Plane,train,public bus,metro,taxi,ferry
Guides
All Intrepid group trips are accompanied by one of our group leaders. The aim of the group leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. Intrepid endeavours to provide the services of an experienced leader however, due to the seasonality of travel, rare situations may arise where your leader is new to a particular region or training other group leaders. Your leader will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the places visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. At Intrepid we aim to support local guides who have specialised knowledge of the regions we visit. If you were interested in delving deeper into the local culture at a specific site or location then your leader can recommend a local guide service in most of the main destinations of your trip.
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Travel insurance is compulsory for all our trips. We require that, at a minimum, you are covered for medical expenses including emergency repatriation. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. When travelling on a trip, you won't be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance and the insurance company's 24 hour emergency contact number has been seen by your leader. If you have credit card insurance your group leader will require details of the participating insurer/underwriter, the level of coverage, policy number and emergency contact number rather than the bank's name and credit card details. Please contact your bank for these details prior to arriving in-country. http://www.intrepidtravel.com/insurance.php
Visa requirements
Visas are the responsibility of the individual traveller. Entry requirements can change at any time, so it's important that you check for the latest information. Please visit the relevant consular website of the country or countries you’re visiting for detailed and up-to-date visa information specific to your nationality. Your consultant will also be happy to point you in the right direction with acquiring visas. Visas can take several weeks to process, so familiarise yourself with any requirements as soon as you have booked your trip to allow for processing time. Australian, New Zealand, Canadian, US and British citizens currently do not require a visa to enter countries visited on this trip. Other nationalities should check with the relevant embassy or consulate in their home country for up to date visa information. Passports have to be carried, but normally you do not need to show them. Stamps are no longer issued at border crossings.
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information

Finish point

  • Neat Hotel Avenida
  • Street Dr. José Bruno Tavares Carreiro
  • Ponta Delgada, Azores
  • Sao Miguel
  • 9800-119
  • PORTUGAL
Trip ID
intrepid-ZMKI

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