DAY 1 -
ARRIVAL
Arrival to
Ponta Delgada Airport. Welcome and arrival transfer to our hotel. Check-in
formalities and overnight.
DAY 2 –
FULL DAY WHALE & DOLPHIN WATCHING & PONTA DELGADA VISIT
In the
morning Whale & Dolphin watching. In Azores there’s the opportunity
to observe some 24 species of cetaceans throughout the year. This activity has
a maximum duration of 3 hours and is led by a team of professionals (skippers,
biologists and watchmen) that uses semi-rigid boats. Before leaving to the sea
is held a briefing on the species that we could meet and also about the code of
ethics of Whale Watching in the Azores.
In the
afternoon walking tour to Ponta Delgada, the largest and most populous
city of the Azores. Guests will be guided for visits to the Mother Church (Church
of St. Sebastian), built in the sixteenth century with elements of Gothic and
Manueline styles and to the St. Joseph′s Church, built in the early eighteenth
century with the chancel tiled eighteenth century. After this last stop return
to our hotel.
DAY 3 -
FULL DAY SETE CIDADES
Departure
from Ponta Delgada to the mountains of the Sete Cidades. The tour will
take the southwest road, along the seashore, sprinkled, all over by green
pastures where the cows mow. Stop at the belvedere of Vista do Rei, a magnificent
breath taking view over the lakes of Sete Cidades – the green and the blue lake
– in the bottom of an enormous volcanic crater. The tour continues through
county roads. From the road you see long extensions of the north and south
coasts, including the mountains in the central part of the island. After a
typical lunch, visit to the pineapple plantations in green houses to observe
how tropical fruit grows here. The visit ends with a taste of Pineapple
liqueur. Return to our hotel.
DAY 4 –
FULL DAY FURNAS & LAGOA do FOGO
Departure
from Ponta Delgada to Lagoa do Fogo, in Barrosa Mountain, located in the
centre of the island in a volcano crater. Surrounded by an idyllic landscape,
crystal clear waters and a white sand peninsula, the lake rests in a place of
great tranquillity and beauty. We proceed our trip to the city of Ribeira
Grande, the centre of the baroque art in S. Miguel. Still in the city, we
can enjoy a visit to Factory of Liqueurs Ferreira, where the Passion fruit
Liqueur is the crown jewel. The tour goes on by the north coast with stops at
the belvedere of Santa Iria and tea factory of Gorreana, where guests
will have the chance to taste the tea. Before arriving in the Parrish of Furnas,
we will stop in the belvedere of Pico de Ferro, surrounded by exuberant
vegetation. This place provides a dazzling panorama over Furnas. It’s an
extravagant atmosphere where the colour of the flowers mixes with the exuberant
vegetation form diverse continents. The ride goes on to Furnas Lake, with the
gothic outline of the Chapel Nossa Senhora das Victorias reflected in its
limpid waters. The peacefulness of this scenario is contrasted with the shores
of the lake, where volcanic fumaroles, used as natural stoves by the naturals
to cook the famous cozido (in sealed pots), boil in the ground.. In the
afternoon, a visit to Terra Nostra Park will take place. The garden is a
perfect example of the English romantic gardens, with green lakes, basalt
caves, winding pathways, exotic flowers from all around the world, centenary
trees and a swimming pool of thermal waters. The tour continues in the parish
of Furnas to the hot springs. It’s an area in the middle of the village with
diverse forms of volcanic activity, where water and mud geysers spout and boil.
We will return to Ponta Delgada by the southern coast, passing by Vila Franca
do Campo, the islands first governmental centre.
DAY 5 –
DEPARTURE PONTA DELGADA/ ARRIVAL TERCEIRA ISLAND
Transfer to
the Ponta Delgada Airport for flight check-in to Terceira Island. Arrival
at the Terceira Airport and transfer to our hotel. In the morning walking tour
to Angra do Heroismo, passing by Palacio dos Bettencourt, Azores
Cathedral, Convento da Esperança, Angrense Theatre, Palace of the Captains
General, Old Square, Town Hall, Church of Mercy. Visit to Marina de Angra do
Heroismo with a view to the Fortress of S. John the Baptist and stop at an
Embroidery House. Return to our hotel.
DAY 6 –
FULL DAY TERCEIRA
Departure
towards Monte Brasil, passing by the main tourists spots classified by
UNESCO as Universal Patrimony. Stop at Pico das Cruzinhas belvedere, where we
can be observe the most beautiful view over the city and its surroundings. The
tour continues towards to São Sebastião with a visit to the Chapel considered
to be one of the most ancient in Azores. Drive to Praia da Vitoria city
stopping for a short stroll. Lunch in a typical restaurant. In the
afternoon continuing to Serra do Cume, Biscoitos, natural swimming pools and
visit to Algar do Carvão caves. Return to our hotel in Angra do Heroísmo.
DAY 7 –
DEPARTURE TRANSFER / ARRIVAL in LISBON
At a
previous settled time, departure transfer to Terceira Airport for flight
check-in. Arrival to Lisbon Airport. Welcoming and we start our visit to
Lisbon, an illuminated city. The almost constant presence of sunshine and the
River Tagus transforms the Portuguese capital into a mirror of a thousand
colours - highlighting the city’s unique architecture and beauty. Start by
visiting Belém, an area strongly linked to Portugal’s Golden Age of
Discoveries as the site where the famous navigators set sail to discover the
world. Today it is a spacious green area with many gardens, parks and monuments
that are well worth a visit. Amongst Belém’s attractions are the Jerónimos
Monastery, the Monument to the Discoveries and the Tower of Belém. Proceed then
to downtown for a panoramic visit of Marquês de Pombal, Avenida da Liberdade
and Rossio’s Square. Next, visit to the old town of Alfama the oldest
district of Lisbon, spreading on the slope between the S. Jorge Castle and the
Tejo River. A short walk of the Alfama quarter will be done, to appreciate the
small, curvy streets and its popular life and atmosphere. Tour ending in our
hotel for check-in and overnight.
DAY 8 –
DEPARTURE TRANSFER
If your
flight timetable allows, free time in Lisbon for shopping.
At a
previously arranged time, departure transfer to Lisbon Airport for flight
check-in.
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