Azores Walking Holiday Santa Maria – 4 nights

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

The walks on Santa Maria provide a wonderful introduction to this less visited island. Starting off in Santa Barbara your first walk is circular and takes you through pretty villages on the north east side of the island to the small church of Nossa Senhora de Lurdes which has wonderful views across the meadows and down to the ocean. Your second walk starts at the highest point on Santa Maria (Pico Alto, 590m), where on clear days you get wonderful panoramic views across the island and down to Sao Pedro, the small hamlet where you will be based. Walks are between 10 and 13kms and take between 3 and 5 hours.

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Itinerary

All itineraries can be tailored to suit your interests.

> Day 1	Arrive Santa Maria. Private transfer to accommodation Overnight Sao Pedro
> Day 2	Santo Espirito walk Overnight Sao Pedro
> Day 3	Free day Overnight Sao Pedro
> Day 4	Pico Alto walk Overnight Sao Pedro
> Day 5	Depart Santa Maria

Dates & Prices

All prices are per person (£) based on twin sharing but we can also quote for single supplements.
Flights not included
Accommodation	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
House of St.Peter	245	245	245	273	273	273	273	273	273	273	245	245

Price includes:
Accommodation on B&B sharing basis, airport, hotel and walk transfers, route maps and descriptions, pre-departure information booklet.
Price excludes:
Meals (other than breakfast), excursions on free days, transport to Santa Maria, travel insurance.

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:
Not applicable
Duration:
4 nights
Accommodation:
House of St. Peter
Operates:
Daily - throughout the year

Walk Info

Santo Espirito walk	11km – 3.5 hours	Grade 2
Pico Alto walk	13km – 4 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.