The Amazing Azores Portugal
25 August - 05 September 2024
25Aug Ponta Delgada
Arrival at Ponta Delgada International Airport today on the Island of Sao Miguel. After collecting our luggage we will be met and transferred to the Hotel Marina Atlantico. . The remainder of the day is at leisure. Welcome dinner at the hotel this evening. (D)
26Aug Ponta Delgada
Breakfast at the hotel this morning. Depart the hotel with our expert guide this morning for a Half Day Tour to Sete Cidades Lakes. Our journey this morning will be by the mountain road, where you get a very nice view of the flat part of the island from our vantage point. Stop at the "Vista do Rei" belvedere. Stop at the village of Sete Cidades. On the way back to Ponta Delgada, visit the pineapple plantations. Lunch in a local restaurant in Ponta Delgada. The afternoon is free at leisure. (B,L)
27Aug Ponta Delgada
Breakfast at the hotel this morning. Departure from Ponta Delgada after breakfast with our guide for a Full Day Tour to Furnas. . Stop at the village of Vila Franca do Campo. Arrival in Furnas valley, passing by the lake. Visit to the botanical garden (time for a swim in the thermal natural hot water swimming pool) and the hot springs. Lunch of traditional “cozido” included. Return to Ponta Delgada by the north coast visiting a beautiful tea plantation and Santa Iria viewpoint. (B,L)
28Aug Ponta Delgada
Breakfast at the hotel. Today is a free day at leisure. (B)
29Aug Ponte Delgada – Terceira
Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast we will check out of the hotel and be transferred to the Ponta Delgada airport for a short flight to the Island of Terceira. Arrival in Terceira and we will be met by our local host and be transferred to our hotel. Terceira Mar Hotel for 3 nights stay. The afternoon is free at leisure. (B)
30Aug Terceira
Breakfast at the hotel this morning. On our tour this morning, you will visit the best of the island with amazing landscapes,. We begin in the center of the island, Biscoitos Vineyards and Natural swimming pools, Raminho, Serreta, Algar do Carvão and Serra do Cume viewpoint. Together we will discover the history and culture of Terceira, connect with nature, and enjoy a traditional lunch at a small local restaurant (typical Alcatra lunch). This is a slow pace full day tour and a very special experience. Return to the hotel late in the afternoon. (B,L)
31Aug Terceira
Breakfast at the hotel. Today is a free day at leisure. (B)
01Sep Terceira – Faial
Breakfast at the hotel this morning. After breakfast we will check out of the hotel and transfer to the Terceira airport for short flight to the island of Faial. Upon arrival in Faial we will meet our local hosts and be transferred to the hotel. Hotel Faial Garden for 3 nights. The afternoon is free to relax and enjoy Faial on your own. (B)
02Sep Faial
Breakfast at the hotel this morning. Our tour today begins by heading to the village of Flamengos to visit the Botanical Garden of the Island. Next, the tour heads up to the Natural Reserve of the Caldeira of Faial, surrounded by the blue hydrangeas. Continue to Ribeira das Cabras viewpoint, along Serra of Feteira. Stop for lunch today at a traditional local restaurant. Descent to the Fajã in Praia do Norte. Visit to the Capelinhos Volcano Interpretation Centre. The Volcano erupted from 1957-1958. On the way back to Horta, quick stop at Varadouro to admire the Morro of Castelo Branco, ending the day in Monte da Guia, to admire one of the best views of the city and the Bay of Porto Pim. (B,L)
03Sep Faial – Pico – Faial
Breakfast at the hotel this morning. In the morning, transfer to the harbour for our Ferry to Pico Island (30 minutes). Full Day of Pico today: Departure from Madalena through the north coast in the direction of Cachorro and Lajido. Continue to São Roque to visit the Whale Factory and the natural swimming pools. Continue by the mountain road towards the lake of Capitão, at 900metres. Stop at Lajes to visit the Whalers’ Museum. Stop for lunch. Continue along the south coast, short stop at Mistérios de São João, then continue to São Mateus to visit the church. Continue in direction of Criação Velha, where Pico's vineyards are UNESCO World Patrimony since 2004. Return to Madalena. Ferry back to the island of Faial. Transfer from the harbor to the hotel. (B,L)
04Sep Faial – Ponta Delgada
Breakfast at the hotel this morning. Check out of the hotel and transfer to the Faial airport for short flight to Ponta Delgada. Transfer from the Ponta Delgada airport to the Hotel Royal Garden for 1 night stay. The afternoon is free at leisure. This evening we will enjoy a delicious farewell dinner. (B,D)
05Sep Ponta Delgada – Home
After breakfast this morning we will be met at our hotel and are transferred to the Ponta Delgada Airport for our departure flight home. (B)
Tour Price: $ 4,975.00 per person based on Double/Twin
Maximum 12 persons.
Single Supplement on Request
For further information on this adventure please contact us at inquiries@metronometours.com
