Walking Tours
Known as Portugal's secret paradise and untouched by mass tourism, on this trip you will discover two of the famous Azores Islands and get a true feel for island living. With an array of beautiful landscapes, you will walk through vineyards, valleys and stone quarries, and past waterfalls, lakes and volcanoes. These walking trails are easy to moderate with some short uphill sections that will keep it interesting. With incredible sea views, you may also get the chance to spot a whale or two on your journey as, the Azorean Archipelago is one of the best places to see whales and other cetaceans. Trip Level: Easy to Moderate, Low Altitude.
Today, you will be met at Ponta Delgada Nordela Airport and transferred to your accommodation.
After breakfast, today's walk takes you will pass the Volcanic Crater of Sete Cidades with its vibrant blue green Lakes and descend into the Valley to the Village of Sete Cidades. Meals: Breakfast
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Today, you will head to Furnas for the start of today's walk. You will pass by holes in the ground where the traditional meal 'Cozido' is cooked by underground vapours released by the Volcano. Afterwards, your will fly to Santa Maria Island for your overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, transfer to Pico Alto Forest Road where your walk will begin. Climb to the highest peak on Santa Maria (Approx. 587 metres) with views to Sao Miguel Island on a clear day. Overnight stay in Anjos. Meals: Breakfast
Today's trail starts at the Parish Church of Santa Barbara, passing ruins and a stone quarry until you reach the Bay of Sao Lourenco for your overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, start your day at the Santo Espirito Church, where the trail runs alongside the Village and in the direction of the beautiful Waterfall at Ribeira de Aveiro. You will also cross some traditional Vineyards and pass the Goncalo Velho Lighthouse near the Village of Maia. Meals: Breakfast
Today you will visit the famous Lagoa do Fogo, only accessible on foot. Your walk finishes at the Beach with time to relax and enjoy your surroundings. Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Ponta Delgada Nordela Airport in time for you return flight home or onward journey. Meals: Breakfast
Tour Prices are per person twin share in Australian Dollars. Conditions apply and group tours are subject to change and availability. Prices are subject to currency fluctuations. (ww)
