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Exploring Portuguese islands
In the vast blue of the Atlantic, Mother Nature created a land full of natural beauty waiting to be explored: the archipelago of the Azores. It contains two of Portugal’s UNESCO Heritage sites and nine incredibly beautiful islands. If you needed a sign to go to Azores, here it is! And of course, with our bespoken itinerary, you will make the most out of it. Here is an inspiration.
DAY 1
Arrival in Azores
Meet your private transfer to your luxurious accommodation. Once you’re settled, you will meet your private expert guide and enjoy a Ponta Delgada Highlights Walking Tour.
DAY 2
Nature Excursion to Sete Cidades & Lagoa do Fogo
Your first stop today will be at the pineapple plantation. Then continue to Pico do Carvão, with a magnificent panorama over the North and South coasts and stop for lunch at a local restaurant. After eating, you will have time to dive into Caldeira Velha hot baths. If you want, you can add Ribeira Grande local products tasting to your day.
DAY 3
Excursion to Furnas
On your way to Furnas, make a stop at a tea factory where you will taste a delicious cup. The ride goes on to Furnas, with the gothic outline of the chapel Nossa Senhora das Victorias reflected on its limpid waters. The peacefulness of this scenario is contrasted with the shores of the lake, where volcanic fumaroles boil in the ground. If weather conditions are favorable, you can take a swim in thermal waters.
DAY 4
Northeastern Island
Today you will drive through the mountains of the Northeastern (Nordeste in Portuguese) and explore the nature park of Ribeira de Caldores. Afterwards, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and wonder through the town. In the afternoon, you´ll have the opportunity to enjoy a Cetacean Watching with Hydrophone Experience.
DAY 5
Today you can choose one of these options (heads up: it will be hard to choose only one)
- Hiking Route: from Caldeiras da Ribeira Grande to Salto do Cabrito and Afternoon Canyoning Experience
- Be Captivated by the Nature of Sao Miguel by a Birdwatching Experience
- Swimming with Dolphins and Jeep Safari Experience
- Mountain Bike Tour in Furnas
DAY 6
Depart from Azores
Private transfer to the hotel and luggage assistance. End of Made for Spain & Portugal’s services.