To whet your appetite for these wonderful Azores islands, take a look at our exciting Azores holiday itineraries.
Azores Holiday São Jorge Experience – 7 nights
With its dramatic coastal scenery and beautiful rural interior, Sao Jorge is a wonderful island to spend a relaxing week. We include a full day guided taxi tour of the island and a guide to take you on the spectacular 3 Fajas walk, probably the best walk in the Azores. The rest of the time, you are free to explore Sao Jorge at your own pace by hire car.
Itinerary
All itineraries can be tailored to suit your interests.| > Day 1 | Arrive Sao Miguel. Private transfer to accommodation Overnight Ponta Delgada |
| > Day 2 | Fly to Sao Jorge. Arrival transfer to hotel. Overnight Velas |
| > Day 3 | Full day driver guided tour. Overnight Queimada |
| > Day 4 | Guided walk – 3 Fajas. Overnight Queimada |
| > Day 5 | Collect hire car. Overnight Queimada |
| > Day 6 | Free day. Overnight Velas |
| > Day 7 | Flight to Sao Miguel. Private transfer to accommodation. Overnight Ponta Delgada |
| > Day 8 | Depart Sao Miguel |
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. |
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835 |
835 |
835 |
892 |
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1062 |
1087 |
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997 |
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835 |
835 |
| Accommodation: Hotel do Colegio and Casa Antonio If the accommodation detailed is not available when booking, we will find a similar alternative. Flights also available via Lisbon |
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Price includes:
Accommodation on B&B sharing basis, international flights, full day taxi tour on Sao Jorge, full day guided walk, 3 days Model B car hire, airport transfers on Sao Miguel, inter island flights, pre-departure information booklet.
Price excludes:
Meals (other than breakfast), excursions on free days, travel insurance.
Useful Information
What to take:
Waterproof, water bottle, day pack, camera (and polarising filter recommended), lightweight fleece, sunglasses, sunblock, swim wear, small first aid kit, hat, binoculars, driving license.
Minimum age:
Not applicable (minimum age for driving is 21yrs)
Duration:
7 nights
Accommodation:
Hotel do Colegio and Quinta do Canario
Operates:
Daily – All year
Island Information
Length:
56km
Breadth:
8km
Surface area:
245kmē
Population:
10,300
Main Festivals:
Carnival 16/20 Feb
Sao Jorge Festivals – 23/25 April
Holy Spirit Sunday – 27 May (7th Sunday after Easter)
Cultural week – 4/9 July
