Hiking the Azores
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Hiking the Azores
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6 days
Small Group
Budget
Average
English
Experience Overview
Maybe you’ve been to the Azores before — but definitely not like this. Spend six incredible days hiking this famous archipelago, and experience a side that few ever see.
Includes
Activities
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Ribeira Funda to Maia hike
- Angra do Heroísmo Walking Tour
- Visit to the Terra Nostra Geothermal Hot Springs
- Hike to the highest body of water in the Azores Lagoa do Fogo
- Mistérios Negros trail Hike and Algar do Carvão lava caves
- Sete Cidades Parish Hike
- Rocha do Chambre hike
- Internal flight
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotel (5 nts).
- 5 breakfasts, 3 lunches
Transport
- Private vehicle, hiking, plane.
Highlights
- Explore the Islands of São Miguel and Terceira
- Hike to the highest body of water in the Azores called the Lake of Fire
- Stare in awe inside ancient lava caves
- Take a walking tour of Angra do Heroísmo’s UNESCO World Heritage site
Trip Details
6 days
Private vehicle, hiking, plane.
English
Ponta Delgada, Portugal
Angra do Heroísmo, Portugal
Budget
Active, Budget
Average
Itinerary
Day 1: Ponta Delgada
Welcome to Sao Miguel, known as the green Island.
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.Accommodation - NEAT Hotel Avenida Ponta Delgada
Day 2: Ponta Delgada
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Hike from Ribeira Funda to Maia along the dramatic and beautiful north coast of the island of São Miguel. Pass by several ruins of old water mills that once used the force of the Ribeira do Salto river to transform wheat and corn into flour that was mostly used to bake bread. Bread was a key staple in the eating habits of the many families in the village and of the island. Lunch will be had at Praia da Viola also known as the 'secret beach'. The hike ends in the friendly parish of Maia, right next to a little beach area where we can cool off if the weather is nice. Length: 8km Avg duration: 4 hours. Elevation: approx 180-200mActivity - Visit the 24 acre thermal springs and botanical garden in a town of Furnas. There will be time to dip into the natural waters or wander the grounds.Accommodation - NEAT Hotel Avenida Ponta Delgada
Day 3: Ponta Delgada
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Known as the "lake of fire," Lagoa do Fogo is the highest body of water in the Azores. Embark on a hike down to the shores of the lake which has formed in the bottom of the caldera. Walk through a forest of Eucalyptus, Japanese Cedars and along a levada water way.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Walk the rolling hills along groomed trails in the Sete Cidades parish. Hike around the caldera for spectacular views of the crater lakes formed within the former volcano. Marvel at the blue-green lake reflecting two different colours due to sunlight and algae growth.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - NEAT Hotel Avenida Ponta Delgada
Day 4: Ponta Delgada/Angra do Heroísmo
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - This 9.5km circular route takes place in the middle of the island explores the rich agriculture of Azorean Heather, Laurel and Juniper plants. The Rocha do Chambre trail is considered rolling terrain. It has some flat sections through the forest which provide very dramatic scenery and a few steep inclines. It crosses a forest and meanders along a small stream up to the top of the Pico Alto crater at just over 700 meters. Enjoy beautiful views of the Azinhal Valley and Biscoitos village with its rocky lava formations that meet the sea. Total elevation gain is about 360 meters.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Enjoy a walking tour of the capital city, Angra do Heroísmo, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The city maintains its stunning Renaissance architecture, housing fortresses, churches and manor houses. Walk through this beautiful city and discover the hidden history of the main streets, squares and monuments.Accommodation - Hotel Cruzeiro
Day 5: Angra do Heroísmo
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Hike the Mistérios Negros trail which starts near the site of the last volcanic eruption on Terciera, in 1761. Learn about this incredible landscape while traversing uneven trails, over hardened lava flows and volcanic rock. The highlight of the day is a visit to the Algar do Carvão lava caves, which are a naturally formed tunnel of air developed under the warm lava.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle - its a short 30 minute drive each way.Accommodation - Hotel Cruzeiro
Day 6: Angra do Heroísmo
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling.
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
From
AUD $2469
Duration: 6 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Average
Maybe you’ve been to the Azores before — but definitely not like this. Spend six incredible days hiking this famous archipelago, and experience a side that few ever see.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 09 Apr 2026
Customer Reviews
12/09/2023
It was a stress free way to explore The Azores
12/09/2023
The communication and transportation were fantastic.
Tour Operator
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
In Business Since 1990
12/09/2023
It was a stress free way to explore The Azores
12/09/2023
The communication and transportation were fantastic.
12/09/2023
The tours and guides were amazing. Ayla and Marina were great, they were able to pivot with the weather set up great group activities. The hotels were subpar. The first hotel the bed was so hard I almost left in the middle of the night. They changed my room. Paint peeling and stains all over the hall carpets. Second hotel felt like a hostel not a hotel. Numerous people on the trip had broken shower heads, no lights, broken window. This trip would have been a 10 if the accommodations were nicer. Hard to recommend as I would not send anyone to those hotels.
12/09/2023
The itinerary was not ideal - 2 days at the largest island Sao Miguel was not enough. The hotel in Terceira was very bad
12/09/2023
The accommodations on Terceira.
12/09/2023
This was my first experience and I was super happy with the destination, the organization, the variety, the guides, the trails and the group.
11/25/2023
Hotel locations, guides, types of trips....well heck just about everything
11/25/2023
The trip, the guides, the drivers, the plan b,c, and ds were all stellar
11/25/2023
Having done 7 G trips, I have a clear expectation of what is offered and what the trip experience will be. It has always been top quality enjoyable experiences.
11/25/2023
I would normally recommend however one of the hotels was sub par
11/25/2023
Well-organized, no matter the rain challenges. Our guides had good options to substitute the original plans.
11/25/2023
Knowledgeable guides Small groups All levels of adventure
11/18/2023
G Adventures works hard to take care of the clients and provide unique cultural experiences with like minded travelers, in a community environment while still finding ways to giving back to the local communities.
11/18/2023
Advanture, good company, nice places to visit
11/18/2023
The hotel experience. I have done several G tours and have never had such a horrible experience. The worst part is they knew it was a bad hotel from prior guests this season but did not change it.
11/18/2023
I really liked the program and the tour guides
11/18/2023
First trip, I was expecting a more active holiday than it turned out to be. Additionally, the hotel on the second island was very disappointing, and some of the 'attractions' were rather dull (not sure if that was just because we had to change this around due to the weather)
11/18/2023
Always a great experience. The guides are excellent.
11/18/2023
We love G Adventures Used them to climb Machu Picchu We just finished your Azores trip and while we were there we booked our Kilimanjaro (my dream trip) Guides are always kind and knowledgeable. I'm a vegetarian and the food accommodations are always amazing
11/11/2023
The trip I did with G was well organized. The guides were friendly and flexible.
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