Island Hopping in the Azores
Island Hopping in the Azores
Island Hopping in the Azores
15 Days Starting and ending in The Azores
Visiting: Sao Miguel, Furnas, Azores, Sete Cidades, Lagoa do Fogo, Azores, Sao Jorge, Azores, Serra do Topo, Azores, São Jorge, Azores, Pico, Azores, Sao Roque, Azores, Horta, Azores, Faial, Azores, Capelinhos, Azores, Vila, Azores, Anjos, Azores, Santa Maria Azores
Tour Overview
Explore the breathtaking landscapes of the Azores with island hopping adventures, scenic walks, and cultural discoveries.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : 1: Arrive In Sao Miguel
Location: Sao Miguel
Arrive at your hotel in Sao Miguel.
Day 2 : 2: Furnas To Lagoa Das Furnas 13Km/8Mi/3 Hr
Location: Furnas, Azores
Take the bus (payable locally) to Furnas and walk to the Lagoa das Furnas. The walk starts and finishes in the attractive village of Furnas, with an optional extra walk round the village at the end. Confirmation of the volcanic origins of São Miguel is nowhere more evident than here. The picturesque Parque Terra Nostra is in the village centre, together with thermal baths.
Day 3 : 3: Sete Cidades 16Km/9.9Mi/4 Hr
Location: Sete Cidades
Take the bus (payable locally) to Sete Cidades, set within the volcanic crater containing Lagoa Azul and Lagoa Verde, a must on any visit to Sao Miguel. Head up to the Vista do Rei viewpoint before either returning the way you came or taking a transfer (must be pre-arranged locally) back to Ponta Delgada.
Day 4 : 4: Praia To Lagoa Do Fogo 14Km/9Mi/4 Hr
Location: Lagoa do Fogo, Azores
Take the bus (payable locally) to Praia. This walk takes you from almost sea level, steeply uphill across meadows, through dense woodland, alongside a levada (water channel), and finally over heather covered mountainside to arrive at the remote shore of Lagoa do Fogo, the highest lake of Sao Miguel.
Day 5 : 5: Sao Jorge
Location: Sao Jorge, Azores
Explore historic Ponta Delgada before departing Sao Miguel and flying to Sao Jorge, one of the greenest of the islands.
Day 6 : 6: Serra Do Topo To Faja Dos Cubres 9Km/6 Mi/4 Hr
Location: Serra do Topo, Azores
A real ‘must do’ walk with great variety from misty hills, lush ravines and waterfalls to high cliffs and an insight to life on the Fajas. Plenty of places to linger by the sea for a picnic so be generous with your time in arranging return transport.
Day 7 : 7: Parque Sete Fontes To Ponta De Rosais 11Km/7Mi/3Hr
Location: São Jorge, Azores
An easy walk, through meadowlands to the lighthouse at the far end of São Jorge, the views from the cliffs are spectacular. Sit here for a picnic and feel the real remoteness of these islands, with possible sightings of dolphins and whales.
Day 8 : 8: Pico 11Km/7Mi/3Hr
Location: Pico, Azores
Take the ferry over to Pico and, time-permitting, enjoy an easy walk down the lower slopes of Mount Pico with interesting lava tunnels at the start and superb views over to Faial. Or you can opt for a more adventurous walk to the top of Mount Pico (2351m) guide compulsory, best arranged in advance.
Day 9 : 9: Lagao Do Capitao To Sao Roque 9Km/6Mi/4Hr
Location: Sao Roque, Azores
Take a half day whale watching (optional extra) or take the following walk. This is a stunning walk but with mostly descents down to sea level. The first section is very easy amongst wild scenery contrasting with the second half which is mainly down through interesting vegetation and forest leading to the picturesque village of Sao Roque. This could be a superb full day walk using your extra time to explore Sao Roque, visiting its Whaling Museum and maybe having a swim in the sea.
Day 10 : 10: Horta To Rocha Da Faja 6Km/4Mi/3Hr
Location: Horta, Azores
Transfer to the port of Madalana for the ferry across to Horta on Faial, check in to your hotel and take one of our walks to Rocha da Faja. This short walk is ideal as an introduction to the Fajas of the Azores.
Day 11 : 11: Caldera To Parque Florestal Do Capelo 13Km/8Mi/4.5Hr
Location: Faial, Azores
In good weather this is the highlight of walking on Faial. Walk around the rim of a volcano (dormant), the Caldeira crater, it is breathtaking along with views over Faial and to the ocean and islands in the distance.
Day 12 : 12: Capelo To Capelinhos 7Km/4.5 Mi/3Hr
Location: Capelinhos, Azores
This walk is superb with stunning views and an opportunity to explore two crater rims, ending at the Museum in Capelinhos showing the history of the Capelinhos eruption, which only happened just over 60 years ago. Then take an afternoon or evening flight to Santa Maria.
Day 13 : 13: Vila To Praia 7Km/4.5Mi/4Hr
Location: Vila, Azores
Today is an exhilarating walk, first along the cliffs then the sea edge for the last section of the walk. It is a dream for amateur geologists and botanists with the fascinating rock formations and the profusion of plants, beautiful flowers and butterflies.
Day 14 : 14: Pico Alto To Anjos 11Km/7Mi/3Hr
Location: Anjos, Azores
Your final walk goes along the western end of the north coast and goes through lovely woodland and past the Desert, almost 8 sq km of red clay caused by pyroclastic activity. You can visit viewpoints and a picturesque isolated bay, go through fields, round a headland and along cliff tops, finally emerging into the pretty little town of Anjos where there is an imposing statue of Columbus who returned here, having discovered the New World.
Day 15 : 15: Depart Santa Maria
Location: Santa Maria, Azores
What's Included
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Hotel-to-hotel accommodation
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All breakfasts and 8 evening meals
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Luggage transfers between hotels
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Internal flights and ferries
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Headwater Navigation App
What's Not Included
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Travel insurance
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Visas or vaccinations
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Single room supplement
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Solo Traveller Supplement
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Local transport to walk areas
Food
Accommodation
On this trip we use a selection of hotels on each of the islands. We use a variety of mostly 3-star hotels and guest houses throughout with en suite facilities. They may be located either in the towns themselves or in the surrounding countryside.
All prices are based on 2 persons sharing, so if there is an odd number of people travelling in your party or you are travelling alone, there will be a compulsory supplement for a single room for the tour duration.
Mode of Transport
The tour includes internal flights and ferries for island hopping across the Azores. Local buses are used for some transfers, which are payable locally. Luggage transfers between hotels are also included, ensuring a seamless travel experience.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the Island Hopping in the Azores tour?
The tour provides a selection of mostly 3-star hotels and guest houses with en suite facilities on each of the islands. These accommodations may be located in the towns or in the surrounding countryside.
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Are meals included in the Island Hopping in the Azores tour?
Yes, all breakfasts and 8 evening meals are included in the tour.
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Is there a single room supplement for solo travelers on this tour?
Yes, there is a compulsory supplement for a single room if you are traveling alone or if there is an odd number of people in your party.
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What kind of transportation is included in the tour?
The tour includes internal flights and ferries between the islands.
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Is local transport to walk areas included in the tour package?
No, local transport to walk areas is not included and is payable locally.
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What is the highlight of walking on Faial during the tour?
The highlight of walking on Faial is the walk around the rim of the dormant Caldeira crater, offering breathtaking views over Faial and the ocean and islands in the distance.
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What can I expect to see on the walk from Pico Alto to Anjos?
The walk from Pico Alto to Anjos includes lovely woodland, fields, cliff tops, and a picturesque isolated bay. It ends in the town of Anjos, where there is a statue of Columbus.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If you wish to make any changes to your booking, particularly if you need to alter any flights booked through us, please let us know as soon as possible. There is a booking or flight amendment fee of £40 per change and flight amendments often incur extra airline costs depending on the changes to be made and if the ticket has been issued or not.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Exodus has been trading since 1974
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
You are welcome to meet the group after the tour has departed however there is no reduction in rate for joining a tour after the departure date.
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