Azores Highlights

Today, you'll journey to the hot springs of Furnas, home to 22 bubbling fumaroles. Stroll through the tranquil village and savor 'cozido', a traditional meat stew cooked by natural geothermal heat. Later, explore the Terra Nostra Park, home to 2,500 plant species and a mineral-rich warm bathing lake reputed for its therapeutic effects. On your way back to the hotel, marvel at the stunning crater lake, Lagoa do Fogo.

Spend the day at your leisure exploring Ponta Delgada, the capital of the archipelago. Take a leisurely walk to the city's beautiful churches, monasteries, and palaces. Consider visiting a museum, such as the one for contemporary painting or natural history.

Today, you'll fly to Terceira, the third largest Azorean island. Wander through the Renaissance town of Angra do Heroísmo, charmed by its quaint alleys, churches, and the dreamy view over the harbor. You'll spend the next three nights on Terceira.

Embark on a tour of Terceira Island, where you'll discover enchanting landscapes and hidden gems. Walk through the wine-growing area of Biscoitos, renowned for its lava stone formations. After a short lunch break, visit the volcanic cave Algar do Carvão, formed about 2000 years ago, located in the center of the island.

Fly to Pico Island, one of the most charming islands of the archipelago. During a walk, explore the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage wine-growing area. The contrast of black lava walls, green vines and fig trees, and the deep blue Atlantic Ocean is a sight to behold. Later, stroll through the main town of Madalena. Spend the next four nights here.

Drive to the uninhabited highlands, home to laurel trees and pastures, and visit the beautiful Captain's Lake. From a dreamy viewpoint, start your hike down to the picturesque coastal village of Santo Amaro. End the day with a traditional dinner at 'Adega A Buraca', a local museum, wine press, and distillery.

Enjoy a free morning. You might want to go on a whale tour or visit the wine museum in Madalena. In the afternoon, visit Gruta das Torres, the longest lava cave in Portugal, and learn about the volcanic past of the archipelago.

After breakfast, take a ferry to Faial Island. Visit Capelinhos, where the bizarre lunar landscape is a reminder of the volcanic eruption of 1957/58. Explore the modern underground volcano museum and the old lighthouse. If visibility is good, drive up to the Great Caldeira, an impressive collapse crater in the center of the island. Spend the next two nights on Faial.