11 Nights Faial,Pico and S. Miguel, Active

Tour Overview

Experience an active holiday and try hiking on the volcanic crater of Sete Cidades, bathing in a thermal natural pool in the midst of pure nature and visiting the landscape of the Pico Island vineyard culture, classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Go on a whale watching tour and encounter a variety of marine wildlife, such as our resident sperm whales, common dolphins and bottle-nose dolphins. This is a package for a complete active experience!

Summary

Day 1 |Arrival to Faial island. Free rest of the day.
Day 2 |City Tour and Van tour Faial (FD)
Day 3 |Hiking Caminho dos Burros ( Pico Island FD)
Day 4 |Hiking around the Crater (HD). Free rest of the day.
Day 5 |Flight Faial to Sao Miguel Island. Free rest of the day.
Day 6 |Thematic Van tour to Furnas (FD)
Day 7 |Hiking in Serra Devassa (Sete Cidades -HD)
Day 8 |Whale watching (HD)
Day 9 |Hiking Sanguinho (FD)
Day 10 |Hiking Lagoa do Fogo (FD)
Day 11 |Free Day
Day 12 |Transfer out for departure.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Faial Island

Arrival to Faial Island and transfer to the Hotel where you will be staying 4 nights. Rest of the day free.

Day 2 - Faial Island

Pick up at the hotel. Horta City Tour and Van tour- Full day. Get to know the history of the city, monuments, Marina and the famous Pete's cafe during the city and after lunch ( included) , a guide will show you the island in a van. Visit to Caldeira, a big volcanic crater with beautiful views over the sea and Pico Island, short passage thru Capelinhos, a volcano that erupted on 1957. Once we reach the area affected by the eruption, quick visit to the volcano’s interpretation center, if opened. Return to the hotel.

Day 3 - Pico Island

Pick up at the hotel and transfer to Horta Harbor. 30 minutes ferry trip to Pico. Once you arrive to Madalena do Pico Harbor, the hiking company base is in front of the ferry terminal Madalena do Pico Harbor to start your Hiking in Caminho dos Burros- Full Day. Extension: 11.2 Km | Duration: 3.3 Hours | Level: Medium. This trail starts in Pico’s “Planalto Central” area (Pico’s Central Plateau) and goes slightly downhill as we go from the south to the north of the island. The endemic vegetation is present throughout most of the walk featuring impressively sized specimens. Reaching Prainha’s Forest Park we will have a break for lunch (meal not included).. Continuing the hike, we go down a bit more until we reach “Baía das Canas” in the coast where the trail ends. Possibility of swimming in a natural bay depending on weather/Ocean conditions.The tour will end at Madalena do Pico Harbor and ferry trip back to Faial (30 minutes). Arriving to Horta Harbor, a guide will be waiting to transfer you back to the Hotel.

Day 4 - Faial Island

Pick up at the hotel for Hiking Faial Crater- Half Day Extension: 6.8 Km/3.7miles | Duration: 4.5 Hours | Level: Medium. This round trail that is part of the Natural Reserve of Faial, with 2Km/ 1.24miles diameter, had its origin with several eruptions with periods of dormancy during 400 thousand years. The trail is 840-1040 meters high (2755ft to3412ft). By the beginning of the trail, there's a small tunnel to cross and the crater will be welcoming on the other side. Return to the hotel and free afternoon.

Day 5 -Flight Faial to S. Miguel Island

Transfer from the hotel to the airport and departure to Sao Miguel Island. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Free rest of the day.

Day 6 -Sao Miguel island

Pick up at the hotel. Thematic Tour to Furnas- Full day Van + walking. During the tour starting by the south part of the island, there will be a passage thru innumerous villages like Lagoa and Vila Franca do campo ( former Capital), viewpoint at Caloura. The first stop in Furnas will be at the Lake and where the famous "cozido das Furnas" ( several vegetables and meats) is cooked underground by the heat of the volcano), brief explanation about how its processed and how long it takes as well observe hot springs and fumerolles. Continue to the charming and unique Village of Furnas and stop for lunch at a local restaurant, the cozido. Please advise if there's any allergies or food restrictions. After lunch, stroll thru the historic Botanical Park Terra Nostra, planted in the 18th century with breathtaking views, there will be an opportunity for a small swim at their natural warm water pool, which yellow/brown color is due to the high level of iron (we advise used swimwear that you won't mind having stained). The tour will continue taking the North side of the island, stop at viewpoints and visit Europe's only tea plantation at Gorreana. Brief explanation how the tea is processed and opportunity to have a cup of tea. More villages will be seen on your way to the Hotel in Ponta Delgada. Drop off at the hotel.

Day 7 -Sao Miguel island

Pick up at the hotel. Hiking in Serra Devassa, Sete Cidades complex - Half day This is a beautiful hike to the volcanic complex of Sete Cidades will take you thru a path of serenity and beauty of the lakes, aqueducts and waterfalls. Meal included. Return to the hotel.

Day 8 - Sao Miguel island

Please note that pickup at the Hotel is not included on this day. Meeting point is at the marina on the main avenue. Whale and Dolphin watching- Half day During this activity you will have the opportunity to watch some of more than 25 cetacean species that can be found in the Azores. Although nature offers no guarantees, whales and dolphins are regularly seen during our half day tours, along with turtles, seabirds and other marine life. Before the boat trip our biologists give you a briefing to explain which cetacean species can be observed, safety measures aboard, how we respect the animals and rules of observation at sea as well as some historical facts. During the tour each passenger is required to wear a life vest (except on our catamaran). Dress accordingly to a sea trip. Return to the harbor and free afternoon. No return transfer.

Day 9 - Sao Miguel island

Pick up at the hotel. Hiking Sanguinho- Full day. This activity is considered a full day due to the distance of this trail from maintown Ponta Delgada, around 40 miles. The hiking trail starts and ends in the parish of Faial da Terra - Municipality of Povoação and lasts approximately 3.5 hours. The name Sanguinho is believed to be due to an endemic plant called Sanguinho(Frangula azorica). This beautiful hike will lead to a waterfall of Salto do Prego, one of the most beautiful corners of the island. Stop for lunch (lunchbox) and/or to bathe in the crystal clear waters of the waterfall. The return will be through a parallel trail to the stream, stop by Vila da Povoacao, the first settlement in the island in 1427 by Diogo da Silva. Return to the hotel.

Day 10 - Sao Miguel island

Pick up at the hotel. Hiking Lagoa de Fogo (Fire Lake)- Full day This hike will show different views and vegetation ending at a crater and highest Lake on the island, considered a Natural Reserve, Fire Lake- the youngest volcano of Sao Miguel. Stop for lunch/ picnic and continue the hike. drop off at the Hotel.

Day 11 - Sao Miguel island

Free day

Day 12 - Sao Miguel island

Transfer out and departure

What's Included

Included

4 Nights Hotel in Faial
7 Nights Hotel in Sao Miguel
Interisland tickets Faial | Sao Miguel
Breakfast
Assistance
Transfers hotel | airport / harbor | hotel
Transfers to the activities
Boat trip Faial | Pico | Faial
English speaking guide
Lunch or picnic on some of the Full days

Not Included

International flights
Dinners
Optional activities

Recommendations

Bring comfortable light clothes, sweater, raincoat, walking boots or shoes, swimming suit and towel, hat, sunblock, backpack and bottle of water to refill.

Note

The weather or sea conditions may restrict the activities therefore the order of the itinerary may be switched so that guests can take the most enjoyment of their trip.

Dates & Rates

Choose a Package Type

For some packages you may be given a choice of different Hotel Categories: Comfort and Superior.

Superior/Premier

Includes first class 4-star lodging. EXCEPT in Flores Island if your package includes this island

In case you have a Hotel preference, please let us know before the booking process as well if you have preference for sea view rooms.

Each package has a Hotel small description. For more information, please visit the Hotel's webpage directly.

Please note that Pousada Forte da Horta will be closed until March 31, 2025, you will be booked at Hotel Azoris Faial Garden with no price change.

Comfort/Standard

Includes 4-star tourist class lodging and standard rooms. May include first class 3-star lodging.

Sea view rooms upgrade available in some hotels with supplement.

Each package has a Hotel small description. For more information, please visit the Hotel's webpage directly.

Room Type

Solo = Person traveling alone

Single = Person staying in a single room traveling with one or more people. Single travelers share land services such as transfers and tours

Double = 2 Persons per room

Triple = 3 Persons per room

Departure Date	Solo Comfort	Single Comfort	Double Comfort	Triple Comfort	Solo Superior	Single Superior	Double Superior	Triple Superior
1/25/2025 - 3/23/2025	$3189	$2817	$2001	$2798	$3143	$2771	$2246	$2118
3/24/2025 - 4/23/2025	$3554	$3182	$2204	$2120	$3182	$2809	$2379	$2229
4/24/2025 - 5/23/2025	$3554	$3182	$2204	$2120	$4650	$4278	$2581	$2411
5/24/2025 - 10/6/2025	$4093	$3721	$2581	$2384	$5035	$4663	$3088	$2886
10/7/2025 - 10/31/2025	$4093	$3721	$2581	$2384	$3182	$2809	$2408	$2296
11/1/2025 - 12/31/2025	$3189	$2817	$2001	$2798	Contact Us	Contact Us	Contact Us	Contact Us

For a Solo booking , package price is subject to change due to the minimum of persons required for the activities
Rates are per person in US dollars
Rates don't include city taxes when applicable and must be paid directly to the hotel.
Package can start any day of the week and all year round.
This is not a Private program.

International flights are not included

We don't book Seat Assignments. This service has an extra cost and needs to be done by the client with the airline directly after the tickets have been issued.
Day tours can be scheduled in a different order due to services organization.
Dates shown are for tour land departure. If you are taking an overnight flight to reach the tour departure city plan to book your flight one day earlier than date shown on table
Rates do include inter island Airfare as per the program.
Some Triple rooms can have the 3rd person on an extra bed that may not be too comfortable for an adult.

General

Booking your vacation

While prices are shown in $U.S dollars, we can also charge in Euros at the prevailing currency conversion daily rate

Early booking is advised. Availability of accommodations and inter-island flight is limited especially in summer months

If hotels named in itinerary are not available at time of booking, alternate similar same rating properties will be confirmed, and subject to new quote.

Order of islands visited may need to be altered due to flight schedule changes

Unless otherwise indicated, sightseeing tours are by private car with English speaking driver. Other languages are available upon request

Quotations with different hotels have a non refundable deposit of $50. Deposit will be credited towards final booking price

Booking your Vacation with Air

International airfare for this package is additional to price shown on Rates table. Departure cities are limited to those serviced by SATA International (Azores Airlines)

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Booking Conditions

A non-refundable, non-transferable deposit of $350 per person is required to book and hold both land and air for you.

Final payment is due 50 days before departure

Option to pay full price up front is available

Cancellation Policy - Land Portion

Full-payment minus the $350 deposit per person is refunded if canceled up to 50 days prior departure.

75% of full-payment paid per person if refunded if cancelled 49-39 days prior departure.

50% of full-payment paid per person is refunded if canceled 38-31 days prior departure.

No refunds if canceled less than 30 days prior departure.

Cancellation Policy - Airfare

Airfare cancellation terms and conditions are those of the Airlines company and will be provided to you before ticket is booked

Refund Fees

On any payments made via a bank credit card, a 3.9% bank credit card assessed fee will be subtracted from any refunded payment, including deposits refunded due to services requested not available for date of booking.

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Travel Insurance

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Hotels

Comfort Hotels

Horta - Hotel Horta

Located in the old Azorean town of Horta, the newly-renovated Hotel Horta offers views of Pico Island. It features rooms with balconies, a large garden and an outdoor pool.

Horta’s rooms are decorated in neutral colors, and have wooden furniture. Each of the air-conditioned rooms has a cable TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer.

The hotel’s panoramic restaurant offers international and regional dishes. The bar and the lounge offer views of the outdoor pool, the pool bar and the garden.

Guests can rent a bicycle to explore the surrounding area. Horta is famous for the whale watching and the volcanoes of Capelinhos and Caldeira.

Horta Airport is 4.3 mi away, and the hotel provides free private parking on site.

Ponta Delgada - Hotel Ponta Delgada

Hotel Ponta Delgada (RNET 6591) is centrally located and only a 10-minute drive from the airport. Hotel Ponta Delgada features a family ambiance and comfortable furnishings. It features an indoor pool. Air-conditioned rooms all open out on to a private balcony and are fitted with double-glass windows. All rooms include a TV set with cable channels and private bathrooms with walk-in shower or bathtub. Free WiFi access is available in all areas of the hotel. The Ponta Delgada’s Baco Restaurant offers authentic cuisine from the Azores. The hotel’s bar has an esplanade, where guests can enjoy a refreshing drink or cocktail. Guests can stroll in the narrow streets of the city center. Alternatively, they can dip in the hot tub or relax in the on-site hammam and sauna.

Superior Hotels

Horta - Pousada Forte da Horta

Just an 8 minute walk from the beach, The Pousada Forte da Horta is set in a 16th century fortress with a view of Horta Bay and Pico island. This Pousada features air conditioned rooms, a swimming pool, and a regional restaurant. Most of the rooms offer a view of the marina. Classified as a National Monument since 1947, the Pousada Forte da Horta offers modern rooms with cable TV and a minibar. Each private bathroom is stocked with a hairdryer and bathrobe. A breakfast buffet is served daily on the poolside veranda terrace. Guests may taste fried pork, tuna and passion fruit pie in Pousada Forte da Horta’s restaurant. The swimming pool area is furnished with sun beds, tables and parasols. Indoors, there is a lounge with various seating areas and a bar with a piano. The 24-hour reception offers car rentals and free on-site parking. The Horta Airport is just 5.4 miles from the Pousada Forte da Horta.

Ponta Delgada - Vila Gale Collection S. Miguel

Located in Ponta Delgada, São Miguel island, the Vila Gale Collection S.Miguel provides superior accommodations, excellent restaurant, bar, sauna, swimming pool, kid's club and private parking.

The 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WIFI, each with a private bathroom, and is at a short walking distance to the center of town.

All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. Each room includes a safety deposit box, while certain rooms will provide you with a balcony. At Vila Gale Collection S.Miguel every room includes bed linen and towels. A buffet breakfast is available every morning.

At Vila Gale Collection S.Miguel guests are welcome to use a sauna and a Turkish bath.

The attentive and professional reception staff speak English, Spanish, French and Portuguese, and are always on hand to help.