Walking in the Azores Islands

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Three Diverse Islands of the Azores Imagine an archipelago in the Atlantic where the volcanic mountains covered in lush vegetation rise above the clouds and the waterfalls gush from great height. This is a place where large lagoons of emerald green waters and ancient volcanic craters are of a unique beauty. A destination where you can swim in natural pools ...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Scenic Pico Volcano Views
    • Three Diverse Island Experiences
    • Authentic Cultural Encounters
    • Whale Watching Excursion
    • Artisanal Textiles Made Locally
    • Azorean Gastronomy
    • Wine Tasting
    • Coffee Farm Walks and Forest Hikes

What's this trip about?

    Three Diverse Islands of the Azores Imagine an archipelago in the Atlantic where the volcanic mountains covered in lush vegetation rise above the clouds and the waterfalls gush from great height. This is a place where large lagoons of emerald green waters and ancient volcanic craters are of a unique beauty. A destination where you can swim in natural pools in the middle of the ocean as well as come close to the great whales that travel the sea. Suitable for people of all walking abilities - together we will explore the beautiful islands of Pico, São Jorge and Faial located in the center of the archipelago. The Azores, an autonomous region of Portugal, is a breathtaking archipelago made up of 9 volcanic islands in the mid-Atlantic. The Triangle of Faial in the foreground, Pico in the background and to the right, and to the left, stretching between the sea and the sky... São Jorge. Dissimilar and each unique on its own, they are all part of the whole. Their closeness and the numerous maritime links between them, makes this "Triangle" a fascinating, surprising destination.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityPico Island
End CityAzores

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Hiking & Walking
  • National Parks

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Dolphin Swim
  • Hiking
  • History
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Land Expedition
  • Nature
  • Ruins & Archaeology
  • Whale Watching
  • Wine Tasting

Trip includes

    • Expertly designed and exclusive itinerary including visits to little known destinations not typically frequented by tourists.
    • Escorted by Walking Connection co-founders Gene and Jo Ann Taylor
    • All entry fees, excursions, government taxes and statutory charges as listed on the itinerary.
    • 7 Nights accommodations with en suite bathrooms as designated in the itinerary.
    • All meals as indicated in itinerary: (B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch and (D) Dinner
    • Private air conditioned ground transfers throughout
    • Passage on ferry crossings
    • Whale Watching excursion.
    • Expert Portuguese Guide throughout. (Provide alternative walks and hikes when possible and practical).
    • Coffee and tea provided with meals.
    • Arrival meet & greet assistance, departure assistance when arriving and departing on the first and last day of tour.

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Pico Island - The Mountain Island

Accommodation: Overnight 1 of 3 Nights: Aldeia da Fonte

With an alluring landscape featuring the volcano Ponta do Pico, it is an impressive background always in our view. Pico is referred to as the Ilha Preta ("Black Island"), for its black volcanic earth, resp...

Day 2: The Whaling Life of Pico

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Overnight 2 of 3 Nights: Aldeia da Fonte

Whaling became an important activity in Pico Island by the end of the 18th century, when American whalers arrived to hunt. Soon locals engaged in this activity tha...

Day 3: Pico Island

Accommodation: Overnight 3 of 3 Nights: Aldeia da Fonte

Today will start with a walk along a forest footpath which leads us to the remains of vineyard corrals and small bridges of carved stone which indicate the importance that this route once had when it was t...

Day 4: São Jorge Island - The Island of Fajãs

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Overnight 1 of 2 Nights: *Make It Happen

Today we cross the beautiful channel by ferry that separates Pico from the island of São Jorge.

This afternoon we will be introduced to the Nunes family fro...

Day 5: São Jorge Island

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Overnight 2 of 2 Nights: *Make It Happen

This morning we head to the northern side of the island, and start our walk with a view looking out to two other islands of the archipelago on the horizon --  the ...

Day 6: Faial Island - The Blue Island

Accommodation: Overnight 1 of 2 Nights: Hotel do Canal

Today's adventure ferries us to Faial Island and the beautiful city of Horta.  A location of geostrategic importance it secured its place in history with the aeronautics and navy industries. Between 1893 an...

Day 7: Faial Island

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Overnight 2 of 2 Nights: Hotel do Canal

The day starts with a view from the Caldera of the central volcano of the island of Faial responsible for its origin. With about 470m in depth and 2,000m in diamete...

Day 8: Farewell to the Azores

Meals: Breakfast

Today we not only say farewell to Faial but to each other. We hope your adventure leaves you with special memories that last for a lifetime.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $4,698
Price per day$587
Last Updated: 1/23/2019

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Chuck & Charlotte

Oct 2022

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Portugal – Azores Island

Our Azores trip was excellent except for a bit of rain :-); The volcano hikes were spectacular and the side trip notes were very helpful. Doing the volcano hikes was...

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Chuck & Charlotte

Oct 2022

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Portugal – Azores Island

Our Azores trip was excellent except for a bit of rain :-); The volcano hikes were spectacular and the side trip notes were very helpful. Doing the volcano hikes was...

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Ginger

Jun 2018

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The Walking Connection is top notch and second to none. I’ve now been on three trips with them and each better than the last. Detailed planning, spectacular accommod...

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Ginger

Aug 2015

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Wonderful!

Wonderful and accommodating hosts, and first class, fantastic trips. The Walking Connection with Gene and Jo Ann truly make traveling everything it is meant to be. I...

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Meals Included

5 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches and 4 Dinners

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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