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Tours to the Azores

Hop between the islands of the Azores, all equally lush and colourful but each distinctly different. Whether you're walking or cycling, there's lots to explore on an Azores tour. There are volcanic landscapes, charming fishing villages, and wildlife-spotting opportunities.

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The Portuguese-owned islands of the Azores boast verdant hillsides, aquamarine seas, volcanoes and exotic wildlife. Join our small group tours to the Azores to see the best that these magnificent islands have to offer.

Our easy-going Azores Walking holiday whisks you away to five of the archipelago’s nine islands. Head to the island of Sao Miguel to view the topaz-blue and emerald-green twin crater lakes of Sete Cidades and uncover the bubbling mud pools of the aptly named Furnas Valley. Swim in the lava rock pools of Terceira and take a walk down the lush Caldeira de Cima gorge and along the rocky coastline of Sao Jorge to Faja dos Cubres. Keep your eyes peeled for pods of whales on a boat trip from Pico Island and uncover blooms of wild blue hydrangeas on the island of Faial.

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Azores trips

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Walking in the Azores

14 daysWalking and TrekkingPortugal, Azores

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Tour highlights

The Azores offer an authentic travel experience, thanks to its diverse landscapes, fascinating heritage and pristine natural environments. This unique archipelago remains relatively untouched by mass tourism, making it well worth visiting; especially on a walking holiday.

Tour highlights

Located some 800 miles off the coast of Portugal, the Azores has a mild, subtropical climate. The best time to visit the Azores is between April to October; and from April to August, you have a better chance of spotting whales and dolphins, rainfall is at its lowest and sea temperatures are at their warmest. Visiting the Azores during its spring, summer and autumn months allows you enjoy incredible expereinces, from extensive hiking trails and natural hot springs to whale watching and UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Tour highlights

Compared to other European destinations, the Azores is an affordable place to visit. Joining a small group tour to the Azores is the ultimate way to make the most of this enthralling destination. Your two-week itinerary includes a series of breathtaking walks, experiences and excursions, as well as some meals and a mix of comfortable and premium accommodation.