Winter on São Miguel

Fly to São Miguel from London (via Lisbon) and on arrival transfer to your hotel in Ponta Delgada for check in for your 7 night stay. We can book a choice of hotels in Ponta Delgada and other places on the island. Please speak to our Azores specialist. The remainder of the day is at your leisure.

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Why not join a full day walking tour to explore the fascinating city of Ponta Delgada and its main attractions. Start with a visit to the main church, then stroll through the shopping area and see Senhor Santo Cristo Church, home to the most respected religious image in the island. Then, visit the Church of São José. Take the afternoon to explore the market and the garden of the city. (B)
Please ask an Azores Travel Specialist for details about adding this excursion.

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Today perhaps book an all-terrain jeep tour to the mystic Furnas valley. This considered one of the most beautiful spots on the island due to its hot springs, impressive caldera, and thermal pools. After trying cozido for lunch, an Azorean speciality cooked underground using the heat and vapours from the thermal activity, explore the north of the island, its amazing landscapes and enjoy a stop at the tea factory on the way back. (B)
Please ask an Azores Travel Specialist for details about adding this excursion.

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Why not join a day's guided excursion to Sete Cidades. Depart from the capital and explore Fajã de Baixo's pineapple plantations, where these fruit are cultivated in controlled greenhouses for optimal growth. Next the tour take you to Vista do Rei viewpoint before descending into Sete Cidades valley passing by the striking green and blue lakes. The tour continues to Ribeira Grande for a brief stop before heading towards Lagoa do Fogo, pausing at Caldeira Velha. Marvel at the breathtaking views, showcasing unspoilt natural beauty. (B)
Please ask an Azores Travel Specialist for details about adding this excursion.

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Free day to explore or alternatively, book a full day jeep excursion to Nordeste. Depart from Ponta Delgada, and head east on a scenic journey. Pause at Santa Iria viewpoint for a panoramic look at rhe island's northern coastline. Follow the coast to Ribeira dos Caldeirões and proceed on to the village of Nordeste.Explore the Forest Park of Cinzeiro and the Environmental Interpretation Centre of the Azorean Bullfinch. Enjoy a picnic in the forest park. On the return journey, travel along the east coast, stopping at Ponta da Madrugada viewpoint and the town of Povoação. (B)
Please ask an Azores Travel Specialist for details about adding this excursion.

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For those who like a little more activity on their holidays - we can offer a selection of guided walking tours ranging from an easy 5km to a more challenging 11km, as well as bike tours, canoeing and even canyoning. For the foodies there are a few walking tours of Ponta Delgada that focus on food and local wines. (B)
Please ask an Azores Travel Specialist for details about adding these excursions.

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Today perhaps enjoy pottering around Ponta Delgada. Begin your morning with a pick-me-up at the local factory shop, where you can savour the freshly baked queijadas da Vila, a unique Portuguese milk and egg pastry. Take a stroll along the harbour front. In the heart of the city, explore the picturesque Largo da Matriz town square, home to the stunning 16th-century Igreja de São Sebastião church. For a taste of local culture, visit the covered Mercado da Graça, where you can sample regional delicacies and shop for souvenirs. To cap off your day, consider a visit to the lush gardens of Palácio de Sant'Ana or explore the quirky finds at the Carlos Machado Museum. (B)

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

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