Azores Family Holiday São Miguel – 7 nights

The magic of the Azores guarantees a great time for all the family - sun, sea, sand and a unique natural beauty to inspire even the youngest minds.

Family Adventures This one week trip visits the main island of São Miguel and you will be based for 7 nights in a villa for four at Furnas Lake Villas. Car hire is included so you can explore this spectacular island on your own and we have also included 3 activities per person. All you need to do is choose 3 activities from the Activity Details list. Any additional activities can of course be included for a supplement.

Dates & Prices

All prices (£) are per family of four.
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

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
3720
2994
3157
3397
3697
3783
4199
4260
3989
3397
2994
3420
Accommodation: Furnas Lake Villas
Flights also available via Lisbon

Price includes:
Accommodation on self catering sharing basis (2 adults and 2 children under 17), 7 days Model D car hire, activities as mentioned, flights and airport taxes, pre-departure information booklet.
Price excludes:
Meals, excursions on free days, travel insurance.

Useful Information

What to take:
Waterproof, plastic bag for your camera, sun block etc, polarising filter(suggested), driving license, riding hat.
Minimum age:
None
Duration:
7 nights
Accommodation:
Furnas Lake Villas
Operates:
Direct flights - Saturdays (Manchester/Gatwick) February to October
Also, daily scheduled services via Lisbon
Vehicles:
Jeep tours are on board 8 seater jeeps

Activity Details

Activity

Choices

Highlights

Guided walks

Sanguinho 6km

visit an abandoned village and a beautiful waterfall

Lombadas 13km

walk to the shores of the Fire Lake

Sete Cidades 12km

contour the crater rim overlooking the twin lakes

Jeep Tours

Sete Cidades

visit the twin lakes, the village, a fishing village, swim in the sea heated by geothermal vents

Macico do Fogo

drive along the Fire Lake slopes, visit a liqueur factory, a ceramics factory, and bathe in a warm volcanic waterfall

Bacia das Furnas

Visit Vila Franca town and its harbour, Furnas town, lake and cooking holes, Gorreana tea plantation

Nordeste

Furnas lake, remote mountainous Serra Tronqueira, Nordeste town

Mountain biking

Sete Cidades
Furnas
Serra da Tronqueira

Call for more details

Dolphin & whale watching

Half day trips

Trips can be taken either morning or afternoon on your chosen day from Vila Franca marina

Horse riding

Half day trips

Around the Furnas basin

Swimming with dolphins

Half day trips
(confident swimmers only)

Trips can be taken either morning or afternoon on your chosen day from Vila Franca marina

Canyoning Full day to Noreste Full day trip with qualified guide, equipment and lunch to Nordeste. These trips are designed for the novice and are suitable for most fit and active people - head for heights required.
Waves
Relax, walk, whale watch, cycle.. the choice is all yours