Azores: Volcanic Hot Springs & Whale Watching

Europe's wildest and most unique islands

São Miguel & Faial, Portugal

9 days

4.8 (57 reviews)

Groups of 2–12

About this experience

The Azores are one of Europe's best-kept secrets — remote volcanic islands in the mid-Atlantic with thermal hot springs inside volcanic craters, some of the world's best whale watching, dramatic calderas, hydrangea-lined roads and zero crowds.

Highlights

Bathe in Caldeira Velha natural hot springs

Sete Cidades twin lakes — blue & green

Whale watching (sperm, blue & fin whales)

Pico volcano hike — Portugal's highest peak

Furnas Valley bubbling volcanic fumaroles

Whale museum & cetacean watching research centre

Included

Return flights from London
8 nights accommodation (2 islands)
Inter-island ferry
Whale watching boat trip (3 hours)
Sete Cidades guided hike
Furnas half-day tour

Not included

Most meals
Optional scuba diving
Car hire (recommended)

Best time to visit: May–September

Location

Starting from

£1,199/ person

Up to £1,900 pp depending on options

Duration9 days

Group size2–12 people

Activity levelModerate

Spread the cost with 0% interest instalments over 3, 6 or 12 months.

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