This afternoon, enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax at your hotel.

Meet your private driver-guide for an airport transfer. For your added comfort, they will be waiting for you outside the customs area with a sign with your name on it, will assist with check-in at your hotel, and will walk you through your Azores travel documents.

Depart your hotel with a private vehicle with a driver-guide and head towards the most western part of the Island, where the Mountains and Lakes of ‘Sete Cidades’ are situated. Drive through the Southwest road, along the Coast through green pastures where cattle are grazing. Stop at the Belvedere of ‘Vista do Rei’, one of the most important panoramic spots of the Island, where the Blue and the Green Lakes, an enormous volcanic crater can be seen. Enjoy a hike along a section of the Cumeeiras walking trail, according to your specific activity level and interests, and keep your eyes open for exotic species of the Azorean flora. Afterwards you will travel back to the center of Sete Cidades Villages, and return to your hotel in Ponta Delgada.

Spend the evening exploring Ponta Delgada’s historic waterfront lined with volcanic stone architecture, lively plazas, wine bars, and seafood restaurants. Guests can enjoy local Azorean wines, fresh Atlantic seafood, and relaxed oceanfront walks through the city’s charming marina and old town atmosphere.

Meet your private driver-guide at your hotel and depart on a discovery of Lagoa do Fogo and Ribeira Grande. Head toward Pico da Barrosa, where you'll embark on a hilly hike of approximately 2-3 hours with a medium difficulty level. After a series of upwards and downwards elevation changes you'll be rewarded with a gorgeous views of the shimmering Lagoa do Fogo. Back at your vehicle head towards the Caldeira Velha nature preserve, where you'll enter the park and have the option to take a dip in the geothermal hot springs, set in a lush hideaway surrounded by ferns and a trickling waterfall. An included lunch will be provided at a local restaurant before continuing to the city of Ribeira Grande, where you'll behold its beautiful baroque architecture from the 17th and 18th centuries. Return to your hotel at the end of the day.

Make your way to a pre-arranged local restaurant where a hand-selected sampling of local gastronomic products has been assembled for your dinner this evening. Drinks and dessert are also included. Bon appÉtit!

You will be picked up by your private driver-guide, and depart on a full day tour of Furnas, one of the largest communities in the Azores. Head first to Gorreana in the northern region where you'll visit a tea factory and its plantations. A stop at Pico do Ferro viewpoint will also be made, where you can observe the most ancient volcanic crater, the Lagoa das Furnas. Next you will descend to the Furnas valley to Lagoa das Furnas, and have a chance to see how the famous dish “cozido das Furnas” is prepared. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before continuing on to the famous botanical garden Terra Nostra Park, where you'll have the options to swim in the thermal pool or take a guided tour. Upon returning to your hotel, you will make a stop in Franca do Campo, the first capital of the island.

Meet your driver for a private airport transfer.

A flight is required to take you to your next destination, and is currently not included on your itinerary. Please contact your Destination Expert if you would like us to book the flight for you.

Meet your driver for a private airport transfer.

With a private pick up from your hotel, you'll be transferred to the marina where you'll board a captained boat for a half-day whale watching excursion. During this activity you'll have the opportunity to watch some of the more than 25 cetacean species that can be found in the Azores. Although nature offers no guarantees, whales and dolphins are regularly seen on these outings, along with turtles, seabirds and other marine life. Before the boat trip, biologists will give you a briefing to explain which cetacean species can be observed, safety measures aboard, how to respect the animals, and rules of observation at sea as well as some historical facts. While at sea, all passengers are required to wear a life vest (except on the catamaran). Conclude with a return transfer to your hotel.

Note: this shared tour operates with a minimum of 6 total passengers.

Meet your private driver-guide at the Madalena port and depart via public ferry on a full-day tour to Pico Island. Discover the Santa Luzia area, where its vineyard-covered landscape has been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with unique wind-breaking stone walls that date back as far as the 15th century, built to protect thousands of small plots from wind and seawater. If desired, you'll have the option to visit the Wine Museum housed in the former Carmo Convent, which will serve as background to the scenery you'll be passing through in the Pico Island Vineyard Culture Landscape, namely in the coastal areas: Cais do Mourato, Cachorro, Lajido de Santa Luzia, Arcos and Cabrito. Head to the village Sao Roque, visiting the quaint center, and the Furnas de Santo Antonio Nature Reserve, a special protection zone where you'll be able to admire the natural pools occurring in the volcanic rock. Departing towards Vila das Lajes, enjoy a panoramic view from the Corre Agua lookout, gazing out to Sao Jorge island, Sao Roque, and Mount Pico. You'll be treated to lunch at a local restaurant before continuing with a tour of the west side of the UNESCO-protected Pico Island Vineyard Culture Landscape. Return to Faial via public ferry. Please note, admissions (where desired) will be payable on the spot.

Depart your hotel with a private vehicle, and driver-guide for a tour through the town of Horta, unique on the Azores, because of its cosmopolitan yacht harbor, which is the encountering point of the yachts sailing from all over the world, in their transatlantic voyages. Stop at Espalamaca Belvedere to enjoy the view over Horta, the harbor and its surroundings. Head to the center of the island to visit Caldeira, a protected nature reserve with unique vegetation, offering one of the most beautiful landscapes on Faial. Continue on towards Ponta dos Capelinhos, a new land mass formed as a result of an off-shore volcanic eruption spanning 1957-1958, adding to the existing westernmost point of the island. Here you can bear witness to a landscape altered forever, with 300 homes and surrounding fields covered in ash. If desired, you can make an optional visit to the Capelinhos Volcano Interpretation Center, built underground so as to not interfere with the natural landscape on the surface. Afterwards, return to your hotel.

Meet your driver for a private airport transfer.

A flight is required to take you to your next destination, and is currently not included on your itinerary. Please contact your Destination Expert if you would like us to book the flight for you.

Meet your driver for a private airport transfer.

Meet your private guide and set out on foot for a walking tour of Terceira's Angra do Heroismo, recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. You'll pass by key city sites like the 16th century Baroque-era Sao Goncalo Convent, the 17th century Palace Bettencourt, and the Se Cathedral of the Azores. Be sure to check out the marina, where you can trace with your eyes the old stone bridge that leads offshore to the stunning 16th century Sao Joao Batista Fortress, confidently perched atop a rocky promontory.

Depart your hotel with a private vehicle and driver-guide towards Monte Brasil, passing by Angra do Heroismo, the Capital of the Island, classified by the UNESCO as World Heritage. Stop at Pico das Cruzinhas Belvedere, on the top of Monte Brasil, which offers the most beautiful view over the city, and take a stroll along its walking trail. Continuing your tour you will make stops in Ribeirinha, Serretinha, Porto Judeau, Salga, and Sao SebastiÃo to see the parish Gothic styled Church, which is one of the oldest of the Azores. A delightful lunch will be provided for you, served in a local restaurant. After lunch, continue through the inner road passing by Serra do Cume, which offers beautiful sights over Lages and the ocean. Depending on the day, you may be able to make an optional stop (payable on the spot) to explore the the otherworldly beauty of Gruta do Natal. This mesmerizing volcanic formations tell the story of the Azores' fiery past. On the way back you will make a stop at the Furnas do Enxofre volcano park, and the village of Biscoitos, before being transferred back to your hotel.

Meet your driver for a private airport transfer.

The Grand Hotel Azores is one of the most emblematic hotels in Ponta Delgada, beloved for its prime location. The hotel's luxurious interior is inspired by classic lines and evokes traditional European style. Grand Hotel Azores offers a total of 140 guest rooms and suites, each generously proportioned and boasting elegant decor. Visit the hotel's BALCONY restaurant to savor signature dishes and magnificent ocean views, or stop by VAPORE Bar & Lounge for an innovative drink paired with live entertainment. Considered a landmark of SÃo Miguel, the Grand Hotel Azores invited you to experience the best of class and comfort.

Pousada Forte da Horta is a historic hotel set within a 16th-century fort, offering panoramic views over Horta Marina and the island of Pico across the water. Located on Faial Island in the Azores, this unique property blends centuries-old architecture with contemporary comfort. Rooms are elegantly appointed, many featuring sea views or glimpses of the fort’s original stone walls. Guests can relax by the outdoor pool, explore the charming town of Horta just steps away, or enjoy leisurely walks along the waterfront. With its rich maritime heritage, prime location, and dramatic Atlantic backdrop, Pousada Forte da Horta provides a memorable and authentic base for exploring the natural wonders of the Azores.

With a breathtaking ocean view, Terceira Mar Hotel is a few steps from the historic city center of Angra do HeroÍsmo, classified by UNESCO as World Heritage. In resort style, Terceira Mar Hotel is a unique paradise: rightly located on Fanal Bay, overlooking a 16th century fortress and surrounded by a garden with a salt water infinity pool. Guests can enjoy regional and international cuisine at Monte Brasil Restaurant located on the ground floor of the hotel. The property also features a health club fitted with a fitness center, indoor heated pool, Jacuzzi, Turkish bath, sauna and massage. There is also a games room and outdoor pool for guests enjoyment.