Azores Guided Walking Holiday – 11 nights

Explore the sights and discover the natural beauty of these incredible islands at your very own pace.

Our guided tour covers no less than four of the Azores’ most stunning islands – São Miguel, São Jorge, Faial and Pico. During your trip you’ll witness secluded lagoons as you stroll from fajã to fajã (coastal plain), view magnificent panoramas from the slopes of the highest mountain in Portugal, sense the tranquility that surrounds the great crater lakes and see the fascinating results of the most recent Azorean eruption. You’ll also have enough free time to enjoy the towns and villages at your own pace, sampling the local delicacies and watching the calm pace of local life go by.

We’ll be staying in comfortable hotels throughout the holiday and using taxis to transfer us to and from the walks. Walks are gently paced (we won’t be racing to the finish!) and are aimed at the moderately fit. No walk is longer than 18km and most will be around 10km.

Self Guided Option:

If you like this itinerary and the walks it offers, but can’t make any of the dates or prefer a more independent holiday, then why not book our self guided option. Same walks, same accommodation but instead of a walking guide, you get route notes and maps and taxi transfers to and from the walks.

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Itinerary

All itineraries can be tailored to suit your interests.

> Day 1	Fly London to Sao Miguel. Meet guide and transfer to accommodation Overnight Ponta Delgada
> Day 2	Sete Cidades crater walk Overnight Ponta Delgada
> Day 3	Coastal walk and Furnas visit Overnight Ponta Delgada
> Day 4	Fire Lake walk Overnight Ponta Delgada
> Day 5	Fly to Sao Jorge. Transfer to accommodation Overnight Velas
> Day 6	3 fajãs walk Overnight Velas
> Day 7	Spine walk Overnight Velas
> Day 8	Ferry to Faial. Coastal walk Overnight Horta
> Day 9	Crater walk. Visit Capelinhos Overnight Horta
> Day 10	Ferry to Pico. Mt Pico ascent (easier option available) Overnight Horta
> Day 11	Free morning. Fly to Sao Miguel Overnight Ponta Delgada
> Day 12	Fly Sao Miguel to London

Dates & Prices

All prices are per person (£) based on twin sharing but we can also quote for single supplements. Prices are inclusive of flights from London based on standard economy fares/seats which are subject to limited availability. Prices may increase based on availability when booking.

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Accommodation: Various hotels
Departures: 10th June, 15th July and 26th August

Price includes:
Accommodation on B&B sharing basis, picnics on full walking days, all walk and airport transfers, experienced guide services, flights and airport taxes, pre-departure information booklet.
Price excludes:
Meals (other than breakfast and walk picnics), excursions on free days, travel insurance.
Evening meal arrangements:
Evenings are free, however your Walking Guide will make a reservation each night at a local restaurant for those wishing to come along. The evenings are relaxed and informal, with an average 3 course meal with wine costing around £15-£25pp.

Useful Information

What to take:
Waterproof, water bottle, day pack, camera (and polarising filter recommended), walking boots (leather or fabric), lightweight fleece, sunglasses, sunblock, swim wear, small first aid kit, hat, binoculars.
Minimum age:
12yrs
Duration:
11 nights
Accommodation:
Hotel do Colegio, Hotel Sao Jorge, Hotel do Canal
Operates:
June to August - See tour dates in Dates & Prices

Walk Info

Sete Cidades walk	11km – 3.5 hours	Grade 2
South coast walk	6km – 2.5 hours	Grade 2
Fire lake walk	12km – 4.5 hours	Grade 2
3 Fajas walk	11km – 3.5 hours	Grade 2
Spine walk	14km – 5 hours	Grade 2
Coastal walk (Faial)	4km – 1 hour	Grade 1
Crater walk	10km – 3.5 hours	Grade 2
Mt Pico ascent	10km – 5/7 hours	Grade 3
Mt Pico (easier option)	10km – 2.5 hours	Grade 2

Walk Grades

Grade 1	Easy walking on generally flat or downhill farm lanes or paths.
Grade 2	Moderate walks on mainly flat routes although some uphill stretches. Terrain will be tricky at times; narrow, rocky paths up to 1000m asl.
Grade 3	Strenuous walking along often tricky terrain. Experience of hill walking necessary.