Azores Easygoing Walking Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

30s & 40s Adults 30-49

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 1-2

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

Azores Easygoing Walking Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

30s & 40s Adults 30-49

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 1-2

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

2026: Apr, Jun-Oct

From $5,299 - $5,899 /person

Dolce Tempo Journey along Epic Trails & Dramatic Coastline

Viridian hillsides and mile-wide calderas. Emerald lagoons and secluded waterfalls. When each trail leads to a new wonder and each night ends in sumptuous luxury, relaxation comes easy. 

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Highlights

  • Take in epic views from the Boca do Inferno viewpoint, perched above the iconic twin lakes of the Sete Cidades caldera  
  • Pass steaming fumaroles and bubbling pools on your way to the lush rim of Furnas Lake 
  • Embrace serenity at our handpicked hideaways, boasting thermal baths, rejuvenating spas and fragrant gardens
  • Taste island delights like fresh pineapple and the flavorful cozido das furnas stew, slow-cooked in scorching geothermal soil 
  • Discover the Azores’ rich agricultural and maritime history in charming rural villages and coastal towns
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Portugal

Start/End Ponta Delgada, São Miguel Island

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Itinerary

Sky view of a small, coastal town by a cliff and the ocean

Days 1-2

Description

Set out on an undulating trail along breathtaking coastal bluffs en route to your first taste of Azorean cuisine • Head to the Chá Gorreana Tea Factory, Europe’s oldest, to watch the production process in action • Settle into our luxurious hotel surrounded by blooming gardens and relaxing geothermal pools • Discover the volcanic marvels of Furnas Valley and its impressive crater lake • Spend a peaceful afternoon surrounded by native Azorean plants and colorful Camellias as you walk through Terra Nostra Botanical Park.

Accommodations
Octant Furnas

(2 nights)

Nights 1-2

Octant Furnas
Furnas
*Deluxe Hotel

Surrounded by flower-filled gardens, Octant Furnas is an impressive and modern sanctuary with multiple indoor and outdoor thermal pools. (pool, spa)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
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Days 4-6

Description

Explore the base of the Água de Pau volcano, one of São Miguel’s central massifs • Hike through an enchanting forested landscape of moss-covered walls, babbling streams, ancient aqueducts and striking rock formations • Admire Janela do Inferno, where a waterfall spills from a hole in the face of a dramatic cliffside • Get to know Ponta Delgada on a guided tour of its historic streets • Walkways lined with ferns and giant hydrangeas lead to breathtaking views of Sete Cidades’ striking blue- and green-hued lagoas • Stop for an al fresco lunch at a local teahouse • Enjoy a tranquil amble through pastoral hillsides sprinkled with daisies and vibrant azaleas • Sink into the coastal pools of Ferraria, where hot springs blend with cool ocean water to create a unique swimming experience. 

Accommodations

Nights 4-5

Sensi Azores Nature & Spa
Ginetes
Premiere Hotel

Nestled in lush hills above the sea, this renovated farmhouse is a tranquil oasis offering elegant rooms, a peaceful spa and cuisine crafted from organic ingredients. (pool, spa) 

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

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Hotels

World-Class Hotels

Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Nights 1-2

Octant Furnas
Furnas

*Deluxe Hotel

Surrounded by flower-filled gardens, Octant Furnas is an impressive and modern sanctuary with multiple indoor and outdoor thermal pools. (pool, spa)

Nights 4-5

Sensi Azores Nature & Spa
Ginetes

Premiere Hotel

Nestled in lush hills above the sea, this renovated farmhouse is a tranquil oasis offering elegant rooms, a peaceful spa and cuisine crafted from organic ingredients. (pool, spa) 

From $5,299 /person

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Unplugged dates are perfect for guests who want to ride an acoustic bike.
E-bikes are available to travel companions by request only.

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