Azores Cycling Holiday São Miguel Moderate – 7 nights

Azores : 7 night Moderate scenic cycling holiday on Sao Miguel

Senic Cycling Holiday

Cycle across the centre of Sao Miguel from coast to coast culminating in a half day whale and dolphin watching trip During your holiday, you will cycle for 3 days with distances from 12 – 25km each day and some gradients but not too steep. Highlights along the way include Furnas lake and botanical gardens, the boiling pools and the historic town of Vila Franca do Campo.

 

Itinerary

All itineraries can be tailored to suit your interests.
> Day 1 Transfer to Maia
Overnight Maia
> Day 2 In Maia - Free day
Overnight Maia
> Day 3 In Maia - local rides from hotel
Overnight Maia
> Day 4 Cycle to Furnas (15kms)
Overnight Furnas
> Day 5 In Furnas (rides around Furnas)
Overnight Furnas
> Day 6 Cycle to Vila Franca (25kms)
Overnight Vila Franca
> Day 7 In Vila Franca (3 hour whale watching trip)
Overnight Vila Franca
> Day 8 Depart
   

Dates & Prices

All prices are per person (£) based on twin sharing but we can also quote for single supplements.  Prices based on direct flights from Manchester or Gatwick to Sao Miguel. based on standard economy fares/seats, which are subject to limited availability.  Prices may increase based on availability when booking.

2010 Prices with direct flights

Accommodation
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Various
780
861
934
957
995
995
995
924
780
882

Flights also available via Lisbon

Price includes:
Accommodation on B&B sharing basis, airport and luggage transfers, bike hire, maps and route notes, 3 hour whale and dolphin watching trip, flights and airport taxes, pre-departure information booklet.
Price excludes:
Meals (other than breakfast), excursions and travel insurance.

Useful Information

What to take:
Waterproof, cycle helmet, cycle gloves, water bottle/camelback, sunblock etc.
Minimum age:
None, but the smallest frame size is 15 inch
Duration:
7 nights
Accommodation
Solar do Lalem, Hotel Terra Nostra, Convento Sao Francisco, Hotel do Colegio
Operates:
Direct flights - Saturdays (Manchester/Gatwick) February to October
Also, daily scheduled services via Lisbon
Bike type:
Specialised Cross Trail - Frame sizes 15, 17 and 19 inch
Equipment provided:
Route maps and notes

Maps

Cycle Sao Miguel Map
Waves
Relax, walk, whale watch, cycle.. the choice is all yours