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São Miguel is the biggest of the nine islands that compose the Azores archipelago, and you'll spend a week getting to know its lakes, towns, and geothermal calderas on this guided tour. From your base in beautiful Ponta Delgada, discover the island's highlights and hidden gems through hiking, cycling, and off-roading expeditions—with plenty of time to relax in natural hot pools and beaches along the way.
The Azores are a nature lover's paradise, and this eight-day road trip is the perfect introduction to two of the Portuguese archipelago's largest islands. Begin on Terceira to stroll through its UNESCO-listed capital and hop between volcanic sea pools, natural hot springs, and black-sand beaches. Then it's off to São Miguel, where you'll start with a tasting tour of Ponta Delgada before hitting the road toward turquoise lagoons, geothermal calderas, towering waterfalls, and ancient laurel forests.
Explore the volcanic landscapes of the Azores on this 15-day self-driving tour that highlights four of the Portuguese archipelago's islands. Start in São Miguel, where you'll kayak across crater lakes and try stew made with geothermal heat. Then, hop between Faial, Pico, and Terceira to hike dormant volcanoes, explore deep magma chambers, and swim in natural pools made of solidified lava.
Choose your own adventure on this five-day road trip around the Azores' largest island. You'll have all of São Miguel at your fingertips as you get behind the wheel to seek out pineapple plantations, explore ancient lava tubes, and soak in the many hot springs that are scattered around the island. But it won't be all about driving. You'll also have the opportunity to go on a whale watching excursion, kayak within a volcanic caldera, or join an exhilarating canyoning tour.
Escape to one of Europe's most remote and remarkable corners on this active 10-day tour of the Azores. Start on the Atlantic archipelago's largest island of São Miguel, where you'll discover its dramatic volcanic landscapes with 4WD and hiking tours, then hit the water for whale watching and diving experiences. Get off the beaten path next as you hop over to Pico, exploring this sparsely-populated island with a trek up Portugal's highest peak and a tasting tour of its UNESCO-listed vineyards.
Discover the stunning beauty of two islands in the Azores during this weeklong tour. First, touch down on the largest island in the archipelago, São Miguel. With a rental car, you'll hike and kayak among shimmering crater lakes, soak in hot springs, and explore the Furnas Valley's geothermal landscapes. Finish on Terceira Island, where you'll stay in the UNESCO-listed city of Angra do Heroísmo, check out colorful temples, and bathe in pristine rock pools.
Seven or eight days is an ideal amount of time to spend in the Azores. Travelers with only a week to explore the Portuguese archipelago can focus their time on the island of São...
With five days, you can visit 1-2 Azorean islands or include a stop in Lisbon. Culinary travelers will enjoy wine tasting on Pico Island and a geothermal cooking class on São...
One week in the Azores is enough time to cover one to three destinations. The islands are small, but your itinerary can be full of adventurous excursions or relaxing beach time,...
With 10 days in the Azores, you can visit São Miguel and Pico islands or pair Porto or Lisbon with one of the Azorean islands without feeling rushed. Adventure seekers and...
January is a great month to visit the Azores for nature enthusiasts and hearty adventurers. Towns and trails will be at their quietest, and once pricey accommodations can be...
After the rains of January, February is a great month to hike the lush landscapes of the Azores and relax in scenic hot springs dotted around São Miguel Island. Temperatures...
With spring just around the corner and the winter rains easing, March is a beautiful time to visit the Azores. Pleasant temperatures are ideal for hiking, and cooler evenings...
April marks the end of winter and the beginning of spring in the Azores, making it an ideal time to visit if you're looking to hike, whale watch, and soak in the hot springs....
Perfect for outdoorsy families, this weeklong adventure focuses on São Miguel, the largest island in the Azores. Spot whales and dolphins on a cruise through the archipelago's protected waters, refuel with a tasty food tour in the island capital, and go off-road to discover the crater lakes of Sete Cidades by Jeep. In between all the action, you'll have plenty of opportunities to fit in beach time for younger ages or canyoning and sea kayaking activities for teens.
With five days, you can visit 1-2 Azorean islands or include a stop in Lisbon. Culinary travelers will enjoy wine tasting on Pico Island and a geothermal cooking class on São Miguel. Outdoor enthusiasts can kayak the Sete Cidades lagoons, soak in hot springs, and hike through one of Europe's last subtropical rainforests. Travelers keen on history and culture can visit Lisbon's historical sites, experience soulful fado music, and join a walking tour of Ponta Delgada's ornate churches and Micaelense architecture.
Explore the Azorean island of São Miguel through your taste buds on this five-day culinary adventure. Visit one of Europe's only tea plantations, get hands-on as you learn to whip up local dishes cooked with volcanic heat, and try the archipelago's tastiest offerings—from local wines to artisan cheeses and fresh seafood. In between memorable meals, hike along the rim of a crater, swim in hot springs by night, and witness smoking fumaroles and calderas in the geothermal Furnas Valley.
The combination of the two places where I grew up (Madrid and a small village in Badajoz, Extremadura) has made me a passionate traveler almost from birth. Unknown destinations visited by travelers...
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read more...We had an amazing time. Tiago was very helpful and responsive. The accommodations and excursions he planned for us were perfect. We will highly recommend him to friends and family that may want to visit Portugal and the Azores!
Hey Lauren,
Thank you so much for sharing this! I'm delighted to hear you had such a wonderful time in São Miguel and that our suggestions helped make your trip special. It was a pleasure helping you discover the Azores, and we hope to welcome you back to Portugal someday! 😊
Your friend in Portugal - João
Thank you for your kind words Robyn :)
I'll pass along your reviews to the guides you met in São Miguel.
Hope everyone's stomachs are fully functional by now.
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