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Stay · Collette · 11 nights

The Azores Jewels of Portugal

  • Accommodation arranged across Sao Miguel, Faial and Terceira islands
  • Walking tour of Ponta Delgada led by your Tour Manager
  • Home-hosted dinner in a local village on Sao Miguel
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$7,699 pp twin share
$9,899 pp solo share
11 nights
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2 departures

  1. Fri 11 Jun 2027 → Tue 22 Jun 2027 11 nights · Ponta Delgada, Azore → Lisbon Land $7,699 from $7,699 pp twin share Enquire
  2. Fri 18 Jun 2027 → Tue 29 Jun 2027 11 nights · Ponta Delgada, Azore → Lisbon Land $7,699 from $7,699 pp twin share Guaranteed Select
Departs Fri 11 Jun 2027 Returns Tue 22 Jun 2027
Duration11 nights
OperatorCollette
StyleStay
HighlightAn island-hopping journey through the volcanic Azores, Portugal's untouched archipelago, with guided walks, thermal pools and home-hosted meals
Cozido das furnas lunch cooked by volcanic earth in Furnas valley. Guided descent into the Algar do Carvao lava tube. Sete Cidades caldera rim with its twin blue and green lakes

Enter an untouched paradise on an adventure through the Azores, the archipelago gems of Portugal. Explore the rim of the Sete Cidades Caldera. Indulge in a traditional cozido das furnas meal, cooked by the heat of the volcanic earth. Descend into Algar do Carvao, the “Cavern of Coal” lava tube, with an expert guide. Enjoy a home-hosted meal during your stay on São Miguel Island and on Terceira Island. Encounter the volcanic ash-covered landscape of the Capelinhos Volcano. From thermal pools and lush craters to local farms and volcanic cuisine, delve into the culture of Portuguese island life.

Day by day

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Ponta Delgada, São Miguel, Azores, Portugal

    Fri 11 Jun
    This is the Azores. A set of islands virtually untouched by urban development. Your adventure begins on São Miguel, the largest of the nine volcanic islands. With no scheduled sightseeing today, spend the day as you wish, exploring Ponta Delgada independently, perhaps strolling along the seaside promenade and breathing in the mild air of the Atlantic.
  2. 2

    Ponta Delgada - Sete Cidades - Ponta Delgada

    Sat 12 Jun
    Get to know Ponta Delgada, the capital city of São Miguel, on a morning walking tour of the area. Discover the city’s rich history, culture, and beauty alongside your Tour Manager, seeing highlights like the iconic 18th-century Portas da Cidade and the stunning Igreja Matriz de São Sebastião, and perhaps even catching the farmers market, the vibrant Mercado da Graça. This afternoon, take a ride up to Sete Cidades caldera’s highest point and discover some of Mother Nature’s finest work: the twin blue and green lakes that make up this caldera and are explained by local legend! On the way back, visit a pineapple plantation and learn about unique cultivation methods on the island, producing pineapples renowned for their sweetness and flavor. This evening, celebrate the beginning of your journey with a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.
    BreakfastDinner
  3. 3

    Ponta Delgada - Furnas - Ponta Delgada

    Sun 13 Jun
    Start the day with a visit to one of the few remaining basket weavers on the island. Learn how willow basket making has evolved and how this father-son enterprise has kept this traditional craft alive. Then, it’s your choice! Enjoy the thermal waters at the Terra Nostra pool, built in the 18th century by the American consul to the Azores -OR- embark on a guided visit to the organic paradise that is the Terra Nostra Botanical Garden. For lunch, enjoy a traditional cozido das furnas meal, where your food is cooked in the earth’s volcanic heat. Later, continue to the green fields of a nearby tea plantation to learn about this unique crop with a hands-on experience before an evening of leisure in São Miguel.
    BreakfastLunch
  4. 4

    Ponta Delgada

    Mon 14 Jun
    Today, enjoy a full free day to explore São Miguel at your own pace. Perhaps you will take to the waves on an optional ocean excursion to watch for whales and dolphins, followed by lunch at a local restaurant. Regardless of how you choose to spend your day, gather tonight for a home-hosted dinner in a local village.
    BreakfastDinner
  5. 5

    Ponta Delgada - Horta, Faial

    Tue 15 Jun
    Say bom dia (good morning) to Faial with a walking tour of Horta. Its marina and painted murals are a testament to the island’s importance to the sailors who have visited the island on voyages crossing the Atlantic. Later, encounter the volcanic vitality of Faial when you take in the surrounding rocky landscape and ash hills with a fascinating visit to the Capelinhos Volcano Interpretation Centre.
    BreakfastDinner
  6. 6

    Horta

    Wed 16 Jun
    The day is yours to enjoy on your own and relax on Faial Island! You may also consider joining an optional tour to Pico to encounter the Landscape of the Pico Island Vineyard Culture (UNESCO) and explore this scarcely populated island’s scenery, a sublime mixture of lava rock and exotic vegetation.
    Breakfast
  7. 7

    Horta - Angra do Heroísmo, Terceira

    Thu 17 Jun
    Board your flight to Terceira and say hello to the colorful capital of Angra do Heroísmo (UNESCO) with a local guide. Restored in traditional style, the city features white facades and vibrant trims. Learn about the Holy Ghost Chapels, known locally as Imperios, and customs surrounding this tradition. Tonight, get a taste of the culture at a local restaurant.
    BreakfastDinner
  8. 8

    Angra do Heroísmo - Biscoitos - Algar do Carvao - Angra do Heroísmo

    Fri 18 Jun
    Start your day with a swim in the natural volcanic pools of Biscoitos. Later, on your way to Algar do Carvão, stop at Serra do Cume viewpoint where views of the agricultural fields and their neat, orderly stone walls will take your breath away. At Algar do Carvão, the “Cavern of Coal,” feel the quiet stillness as you descend into this ancient lava tube. Enjoy the evening exploring Angra do Heroísmo as you wish.
    Breakfast
  9. 9

    Angra do Heroísmo

    Sat 19 Jun
    Today, the day is yours to enjoy at your own pace. You may choose to join an optional tour to the western side of Terceira in the morning, sipping coffee at an organic coffee plantation and tasting locally grown bananas along the way and ending at a family-owned cheese factory for a light lunch made up of local products. End the day at a petiscos home-hosted dining experience.
    BreakfastDinner
  10. 10

    Angra do Heroísmo - Lisbon

    Sun 20 Jun
    Say farewell to the Azores archipelago as you head to Lisbon in continental Europe. Lisbon, known as the city of the seven hills, and the starting point of many of its 15th century explorations, was also the departure point of many of its immigrants that crossed the Atlantic searching for a better life.
    Breakfast
  11. 11

    Lisbon

    Mon 21 Jun
    Start your morning with a panoramic tour of Belem. View the imposing 16th-century Jeronimo’s Monastery, a masterpiece of Manueline and Gothic architecture, its facade adorned with intricate carvings, maritime motifs, and religious symbols. Then, visit the Ajuda National Palace, a former royal residence showcasing elegant neoclassical design and richly decorated rooms that reflect Portugal’s royal heritage. Enjoy the rest of your afternoon as you wish before gathering tonight for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
    BreakfastDinner
  12. 12

    Lisbon - Tour Ends

    Tue 22 Jun
    Say adeus (goodbye) to Portugal and the Azores as you depart this coastal paradise.
    Breakfast
What you get for the price

Inclusions & exclusions

What’s included

  • Explore the vivid Horta Marina and its importance to sailors crossing the Atlantic.
  • On São Miguel, learn about traditional basket weaving from local artisans.
  • Encounter the striking scenery of Capelinhos Volcano’s ash hills.
  • Walk through the colorful capital of Terceira, Angra do Heroismo (UNESCO).
  • Venture to Sete Cidades caldera’s highest point and gaze upon the twin lakes.
  • Experience a truly unique cozido das furnas lunch in Furnas valley.
Where you’ll stay

Accommodation

  • Vila Gale Collection, Sao Miguel, Azores
  • Hotel do Canal, Faial, Azores
  • Torel Terra Brava Hotel & Spa, Terceira, Azores
  • Bessa Hotel Liberdade, Lisbon
From the operator

Common questions about this voyage

How long is this journey?
This itinerary runs for 12 days and 11 nights.
When can I travel?
Departures are currently scheduled between 11 Jun 2027 and 29 Jun 2027, subject to live availability.
Are there different departure options?
Yes, multiple departures may be available depending on your preferred travel period.
Can I travel solo?
Solo pricing may be available on selected departures, and final options can be confirmed at enquiry.
What is generally included?
Inclusions typically cover guided touring and selected experiences, with exact details listed in the itinerary.
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