Escape to the breathtaking Azores, a volcanic archipelago in the middle of the Atlantic where dramatic coastlines, emerald crater lakes, geothermal landscapes, and charming villages create one of Europe's most extraordinary destinations.
This 7-night island adventure explores both São Miguel and Terceira, combining spectacular natural beauty with authentic Portuguese culture, unforgettable cuisine, and unique experiences found nowhere else in the world. With interisland flights, seamless transfers, and expertly guided excursions, this journey is designed to showcase the very best of the Azores.
Day 1 – Welcome to Terceira
Arrive on the island of Terceira and transfer to your 4-star accommodations, your home for the next three nights. Settle in, enjoy the stunning Atlantic coastline, and begin discovering the relaxed pace and warm hospitality that make the Azores so unique
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Day 2 – Terceira Island Tour
Join a guided group tour showcasing the very best of Terceira. Discover dramatic volcanic landscapes, breathtaking coastal viewpoints, and charming villages while learning about the island's fascinating history and traditions. Along the way, enjoy a traditional Azorean Alcatra lunch, Terceira's signature slow-cooked beef dish prepared in a clay pot using recipes passed down through generations.
Day 3 – Terceira at Leisure
Enjoy a full day to explore at your own pace. Wander the charming UNESCO World Heritage city of Angra do Heroísmo, where colorful colonial buildings, cobblestone streets, historic churches, lively cafés, boutique shops, and a picturesque marina invite you to slow down and soak in the island's rich history. Climb to Monte Brasil for breathtaking panoramic views, stroll through the city's beautiful public gardens, enjoy fresh seafood overlooking the harbor, or simply relax and experience the warm hospitality and timeless atmosphere that make Angra one of Portugal's most treasured historic cities.
Day 4 – Continue to São Miguel
Transfer to the airport for your included inter-island flight to São Miguel. Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to your 4-star oceanfront accommodations, where you'll spend the next four nights overlooking the beautiful Atlantic Ocean.
Day 5 – Private Furnas Experience
Enjoy an exclusive private guided tour to the geothermal valley of Furnas, one of the Azores' most remarkable natural wonders. Visit steaming volcanic fumaroles, bubbling hot springs, and the beautiful Terra Nostra Botanical Gardens, where admission is included to explore one of Europe's most celebrated botanical gardens and soak in its famous thermal mineral pools. During your visit, savor a traditional Cozido das Furnas, a unique Azorean meal slow-cooked underground using the natural heat of the volcanic earth.
Day 6 – Sete Cidades & Lagoa do Fogo
Join a guided group tour to two of São Miguel's most spectacular natural wonders. Visit the iconic twin crater lakes of Sete Cidades, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Portugal, before continuing to the breathtaking volcanic landscapes and panoramic viewpoints surrounding Lagoa do Fogo, one of the island's most pristine crater lakes.
Day 7 – São Miguel at Leisure
Spend your final full day discovering São Miguel at your own pace. Explore the charming waterfront of Ponta Delgada, browse local markets and artisan shops, relax at seaside cafés, or simply take in the island's breathtaking coastal scenery and laid-back atmosphere before your farewell evening in the Azores.
Day 8 – Departure
Transfer to the airport for your return flight, bringing home unforgettable memories of the Azores' volcanic landscapes, authentic cuisine, rich history, and extraordinary island hospitality.