FAMILY TRIP TO THE AZORES
From €1500
per person
7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS
Whale watching, hiking in volcanic craters and relaxing in natural hot springs. San Miguel has everything you want for the perfect family vacation!
The Azores awaits you with breathtaking scenery, outdoor activities and a unique experience with nature. Explore the legendary Sete Cidades, admire volcanic beauty by jeep, experience the thrill of canyoning and coasteering, and spot whales in their natural habitat. But also relax in Furnas’ thermal pools and enjoy delicious local specialties. With comfortable accommodations, expert guides, and an activity-packed program, this trip will allow you to discover the wonders of the Azores in safety and comfort. An unforgettable trip for young and old alike!
DURATION: 7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS
TYPE OF TRIP: Trip with daily extras excursions and activities. Package consisting of 7 nights’ accommodation with breakfast in carefully selected hotel (3-4*) in family rooms, with A/R transfer to Ponta Delgada Airport and extra activities of your choice to be added to the price per person.
SUITABLE FOR: Anyone with a good spirit of adventure (the program can be adapted depending on the participants and the pace you want to set to your trip)
RECOMMENDED PERIOD: from April to October
PRIVATE TRIP: Trip for individuals or private groups. Available daily. Price per person based on a minimum of 4 participants (two adults and two children).
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Immersion in Nature: The itinerary offers a unique opportunity to explore breathtaking volcanic landscapes, such as calderas, crater lakes and rugged coastlines. The proposed activities, such as trekking, canyoning and whale watching, provide an intense and unforgettable experience of the nature of the Azores.
- Relax and Wellness: In addition to adventure, the trip also offers moments of relaxation and wellness. Natural spas, botanical gardens, and tranquil walks allow you to rejuvenate and enjoy the peace and tranquility of the Azores.
- A Unique Family Experience: The itinerary is designed to be experienced as a family. Children can enjoy outdoor activities, while adults can relax and discover the beauty of the Azores.
PROGRAM
- Day 1: Welcome to the Azores! Private transfer to your accommodation
- Day 2: Free day at S.Miguel or Sete Cidades excursion with transfer and guide
- Day 3: Free day at S.Miguel or Jeep tour: Lagoa do Fogo & Caldeira Velha + Surfing lesson
- Day 4: Free day at S.Miguel or Whale Watching and Coasteering
- Day 5: Free day at S.Miguel or Canyoning Experience and free afternoon
- Day 6: Free day at S.Miguel or Furnas Experience
- Day 7: Free day in Ponta Delgada
- Day 8: Farewell Day and transfer to the Airport
INCLUDES
- 7 nights’ accommodation with breakfast in a family room in 3-4* hotels in Ponta Delgada
- Roundtrip transfers to and from Ponta Delgada Airport
- Qualified staff and 24-hour telephone assistance with our office team
NOT INCLUDED
- Flights
- Tourist tax to be paid directly to the hotel
- All meals not specified in the program
- Optional visits and activities, and extra services due to force majeure
- Everything not included in the “Included” section
EXTRA
- Sete Cidades excursion with transfer from Ponta Delgada and guide (lunch pic nic included): 390€/tour (1-4 pax)
- Jeep tour: Lagoa do Fogo & Caldeira Velha (starters and lunch not included): 290€/tour (1-4 pax)
- Surfing lesson: 45€/person
- Whale Watching: 65€/adults – 58,50€/children 6-12 YO (transfer not included).
- Coasteering: 85€/adults – 63,75€/children 6-12 YO (transfer included).
- Canyoning Experience: 85€/adults – 63,75€/children 6-12 YO (transfer included).
- Furnas Experience: 520€/tour (lunch and tickets to Terra Nostra hot springs included)
- Accommodation in higher category hotels
- Possibility to add other outdoor activities or visits to the Azores, experiences of various kinds: sports, cultural, gastronomic.
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Tour Plan
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Day 1: Welcome to the Azores!
On this day you will arrive at Ponta Delgada Airport, where a convenient private transfer will be waiting to take you to your hotel, where you will check in and settle in.
Overnight stay in a family room with breakfast, in comfortable 3-4* central hotel.
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Day 2: Free day at S.Miguel or Sete Cidades Experience.
Ponta Delgada: an Atlantic jewel, where history and modernity come together in a unique atmosphere.
EXTRA: Sete Cidades Experience with transfer from Ponta Delgada and guide (lunch pic nic included): 390€/tour (1-4 pax)
Explore the west side of Sao Miguel Island, one of the most beautiful areas on the island!
You can grab a stand-up paddle board and go out on your own on the beautiful Green and Blue Lake. Don't like being in the water? Then why not take a fun e-bike ride along the shores of these unique lakes? If you prefer to keep your feet on the ground, then take a walk along one of the many quirky trails and enjoy the peace and quiet of this place. After the morning's activities, you can enjoy a picnic lunch on the shore of the lagoon. The day will end in Ferraria with a relaxing swim in the hot spring that lies directly in the Atlantic Ocean.
Overnight in a family room with breakfast, in a central 3-4* hotel.
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Day 3: Free day at S.Miguel or Jeep Tour: Lagoa do Fogo & Caldeira Velha + Surfing Lesson
Stroll through the cobblestone streets of the old town and admire the colonial architecture of Ponta Delgada.
EXTRA: Lagoa do Fogo & Caldeira Velha (starters and lunch not included): 290€/tour (1-4 pax)
Drive around São Miguel in an all-terrain vehicle in search of one of the island's most impressive calderas and craters. Admire the impressive water masses of a waterfall heated with geothermal energy and photograph the shimmering shores of Lagoa do Fogo.
EXTRA: Surfing lesson: 45€/person
Refreshing surf lesson at one of the incredible dark sand beaches.
Overnight in a family room with breakfast, in a central 3-4* hotel.
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Day 4: Free day at S.Miguel or Whale Watching and Coasteering
Ponta Delgada is the gateway to explore the wonders of São Miguel.
EXTRA: Whale Watching: 65€/adults - 58,50€/children 6-12 YO (transfer not included).
Today you will take a boat ride in the open sea and keep your eyes peeled for the different species of whales that pass through our waters. If you are lucky, you may even spot baby whales, as the Azores are known to be the perfect haven for whales for their young. You never know what you will see when you are in the water, but with a sharp and experienced marine biologist on board, you are sure to get the most out of this wild experience.
EXTRA: Coasteering: 85€/adults - 63,75€/children 6-12 YO (transfer included).
The Coasteering Experience activity takes place on the south coast of the island, in contact with the sea. Experience this adventure combined with swimming, climbing, and jumping off cliffs, where you will explore the ocean waters and incredible volcanic rock formations, including bays and caves.
Overnight in a family room with breakfast, in a central 3-4* hotel.
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Day 5: Free day at S.Miguel or Canyoning Experience and free afternoon
Be captivated by the wild beauty of São Miguel and have an unforgettable adventure experience.
EXTRA: Canyoning Experience: 85€/adults - 63,75€/children 6-12 YO (transfer included).
During our Canyoning Experience tour, you will immerse yourself in nature by exploring magnificent streams and waterfalls with different canyoning techniques such as jumps (optional), rappels and water slides. Undoubtedly the most exciting and adventurous way to experience the nature of the Azores up close in one of the most beautiful places on the island.
Overnight stay in a family room with breakfast, in a central 3-4* hotel.
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Day 6: Free day at S.Miguel or Furnas Experience
Explore hidden trails, admire breathtaking views and immerse yourself in the unspoiled nature of São Miguel.
EXTRA: Furnas Experience: 520€/tour (lunch and tickets to Terra Nostra hot springs included)
You can spend the day in Furnas, a small village with a beautiful lagoon and known for its volcanic activity. You will start with a walk around the lagoon, which is covered in green nature. Afterwards you will visit the fumaroles, boiling water coming out of the ground. For lunch, you will taste Cozido das Furnas, which is a local dish with a variety of meats and vegetables cooked underground by volcanic vapors. End the day with a relaxing visit to the botanical garden and a hot bath in a natural thermal pool.
Overnight in a family room with breakfast, in a central 3-4* hotel.
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Day 7: Free day at S.Miguel
Today you can buy the last souvenirs and relax, strolling around the town.
Overnight stay in a family room with breakfast, in a central 3-4* hotel.
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Day 8: Farewell Day
Today is your departure day: it is time to say goodbye to the Azores with the hope of returning soon to discover all that they still have to offer.
Depending on your flight schedule, a private transfer will pick you up at your accommodation and take you to the airport in Ponta Delgada.