Hiking the Azores

6 days, Ponta Delgada to Angra do Heroísmo

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Trip Code: EPHA

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Travel Style: Active

Hiking, trekking, biking, rafting, and kayaking adventures all over the world, made for outdoor types.

Service Level: Standard

Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.

Physical Rating: 3 - Average

Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.

Trip Type: Small Group

Small group experience; Max 16, average 12.

Age requirement: 12+

All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

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Trees planted for this trip: 6

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Ripple Score for this trip: 40

Places visited

Portugal

Itinerary Notes

Due to landscaping and infrastructure updates along the hiking trails, our itinerary for groups visiting the Azores has been adjusted. On Terceira Island, travellers will explore the Gruta do Natal caves instead of Algar do Carvão. These changes are effective until Summer 2025.

Itinerary

Day 1Ponta Delgada

Arrive at any time.

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Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group

Day 2Ponta Delgada

Starting at the "lost Village' of Sanguinho hike through blackwood and acacia trees, and small family orchards to the breathtaking Salto do Prego waterfall, famed for its cool, crystal clear water. If the weather is nice, take a quick dip. This evening, opt for a visit to the geothermal hot springs with typical "cozido" dinner.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch

Day 3Ponta Delgada

Enjoy a free morning with the option to join a foodie tour or explore the museum, fort or botanical gardens on your own. Later, travel to the Sete Cidades Parish and hike the trails for stunning views of the lakes within the caldera.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 4Ponta Delgada/Angra do Heroísmo

Today we depart São Miguel island on a short flight to Terceira Island, considered the capital of Azorean culture. This afternoon enjoy a walking tour of Angra do Heroísmo, the capital city, and a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 5Angra do Heroísmo

Head to the middle of the island with stunning views of the agricultural patchwork fields contrasted by the centuries old lava flow (often called the Black Lagoon). Here we hike the Mistérios Negros trail and visit the Algar do Carvão lava caves.