From £995

per person

Tour Highlights

Visit the Environmental Centre of Furnas
Witness volcanic craters
See the last volcano to erupt in the Azores
Visit a tea plantation at Sao Miguel
Marvel at amazing landscapes from viewpoints across the island
See Lagoa do Fogo and its turbulent lake

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Walking Inside Volcanoes

8 Day Tour, from £995 per person

Join this walk through Sao Miguel and its volcanic regions. Ideal for nature lovers and a must for anyone who enjoys walking through rich green pastures, witnessing aqua marine lakes and experiencing mild summer temperatures perfect for an outdoor adventure, this eight day tour is a great way to see the highlights of Sao Miguel on foot. Transfers to and from the starting point of each walk are included, as is a walking guidebook with details on trails and maps to follow.

Tour Itinerary

DAY 1

PONTA DELGADA

Arrive in Sao Miguel and transfer to the hotel Terra Nostra Garden. Check in for 4 nights.

Accommodation

Hotel Terra Nostra Garden

DAY 2

FURNAS

After breakfast, take the trail from Ribeira Funda and walk along the beach of Praia da Viola to Maia. Pass by old watermills surrounded by taro and beautiful waterfalls. (B)

Accommodation

Hotel Terra Nostra Garden

DAY 3

FURNAS

Begin a walk from Lombado Cavaleiro ending at Ribeira Quente. Explore the beach at Ribeira Quente, eat in a local restaurant or visiting the fishing port. Return transfer to the Hotel. (B)

Accommodation

Hotel Terra Nostra Garden

DAY 4

FURNAS

After breakfast, transfer to Faial da Terra and follow the trail to Salto do Prego. This walk goes along a path through an old village to a beautiful waterfall, ending at Faial da Terra. Return transfer to the Hotel. (B)

Accommodation

Hotel Terra Nostra Garden

DAY 5

FURNAS & PONTA DELGADA

After breakfast begin a walk to the Lake of Furnas. During this walk, visit the Environmental Centre of Furnas. In the afternoon transfer by taxi to the Hotel Vila Nova in Ponta Delgada. During the trip you will visit the most beautiful viewpoints of the north coast and a tea plantation. (B)

Accommodation

Hotel Vila Nova

DAY 6

PONTA DELGADA

This morning walk to Lagoa do Fogo and see the turbulent lake. Marvel at mountains and valleys and hilltop views before walking down to the beach to enjoy a swim. (B)

DAY 7

PONTA DELGADA

After breakfast enjoy a walk to Sete Cidades, visiting the crater with its emerald lake. Marvel at the beautiful view of the island, lakes and the sea before walking down to the village of Sete Cidades. (B)

Accommodation

Hotel Vila Nova

DAY 8

FLY TO THE UK

After breakfast transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK. (B)

Pricing Information

8 day tour, from £995 per person

Price Includes

Return flights in economy class with Sata International from London Gatwick (from Saturday - Saturday)
All airport taxes
Private return airport transfers
4 nights accommodation with breakfast in twin/double room at Hotel Terra Nostra
3 nights accommodation with breakfast in twin/double room at Hotel Vila Nova
Transfers between accommodation and each walking tour as per itinerary
Walking guide book with trail descriptions and maps

Price Excludes

Meals other than stated in itinerary
Tips and gratuities
Local walking guide

Tour Route Map

Azores, Island of Sao Miguel

Tour Accommodation

Hotel Vila Nova

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Hotel Terra Nostra Garden

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