Hiking the Azores

Maybe you’ve been to the Azores before — but definitely not like this. Spend six incredible days hiking this famous archipelago, and experience a side that few ever see. Trek to the highest lake in the Azores, wander through storied towns, and hike through some of the most jaw-dropping landscapes you ever did see.

From $2,129 CAD per person

September 08 - 13, 2025

Deposit: $350

Final Payment: June 20, 2025

Deposit Amount:
$350 per person *see cancellation policy below

Final Payment Due:
60 days prior to departure - 20/07/2025

ITINERARY

Day 1 - Ponta Delgada

Arrive at any time.

Welcome to Sao Miguel, known as the green Island.

Day 2 - Ponta Delgada

Hike from Ribeira Funda to Maia along the dramatic and beautiful north coast of the island of São Miguel. Pause to eat lunch at Praia da Viola, also known as the 'secret beach.' Along the way pass many viewpoints along the coast of the island. The tour ends in the friendly parish of Maia. After returning from the hike the group will head into Furnas town for a visit to the Terra Nostra Gardens and geothermal hot springs. While there, the group will have a chance to take a dip in the natural hot waters or wander around the 24-acre botanical garden.

Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch

Day 3 - Ponta Delgada

Spend the morning on a hike to the highest body of water in the Azores, Lagoa do Fogo, "lake of fire". Wander down to the shores of the lake through a forest of Eucalyptus and Japanese Cedars. Later, after a picnic lunch, travel to the Sete Cidades Parish and hike the trails for stunning views of the lakes within the caldera.

Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch

Optional Activities

  • Jardim António Borges ($)
    Visit Jardim António Borges, a local urban botanical garden with trails and grottoes that dates back to 1858.

  • Forte de São Brás ($)
    Visit Forte de São Brás, a Renaissance-style fortress dating back to 1552 which is home to the Azores military history museum.

Day 4 - Ponta Delgada/Angra do Heroísmo

Fly from São Miguel to Terceira island, considered the capital of Azorean culture. Meet your CEO and hit the trails. Hike 9.5km on a circular route right in the middle of the island. Enjoy beautiful views of the Azinhal Valley and Biscoitos village with its rocky lava formations that meet the sea. Later, enjoy a walking tour of Angra do Heroísmo, the capital city, and a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 5 - Angra 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.

Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch

Day 6 - Angra do Heroísmo

Depart at any time.

Meals included: Breakfast

Don't miss this opportunity to explore the Azores with Debbie Bowman (debbieb@uniglobecarefree.ca) —book your spot today!

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Cancellation Policy

● Cancellation 60 days or more prior to departure = Deposit paid will become a

Lifetime Deposit (LTD) and stay on file in your name to use on a G Adventures

trip in the future.

● Cancellation between 30 and 59 days prior to departure = LTD + 50% loss of

final payment

● Cancellation within 30 days of departure = LTD + 100% loss of final payment