Portugal's Azores Family Multi-Adventure Tour
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Casual & Deluxe Hotels
Portugal's Azores Family Multi-Adventure Tour
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Casual & Deluxe Hotels
2025: Jun-Aug
Waterfalls, Volcanic Craters & Lush Island Landscapes
Known locally as the “Hawaii of Europe,” this rugged archipelago abounds with remarkable scenery. From volcanic craters to emerald hillsides, powerful waterfalls to smoking fumaroles, explore São Miguel, the Azores' biggest and most geographically diverse island. It’s an adventure flavored by fresh pineapple and local delights served up in tiny coastal villages. And it’s one your family will never forget.
Highlights
- Soak in natural hot springs, savor farm-to-table cuisine and unwind at sumptuous retreats overlooking the ocean
- Bike and hike beautiful routes through the volcanic landscape of Sete Cidades with its abundant vegetation, impressive crater lagoons and mile-wide calderas
- Whale watch in one of the best destinations in the world, and get a front-row seat to the breaching sperm whales and playful bottleneck dolphins that live in these waters
- In this place ripe for eco-adventures, kayak shimmering crater lagoons, swim in geothermal pools and rejuvenate with morning yoga
Start/End Ponta Delgada, São Miguel Island
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-3
Explore volcanic São Miguel, an island made up of vivid colors and bright green hills • Hike with family around viridian Furnas Lake to reach a collection of steaming fumaroles • Witness chefs cooking the famous cozido das furnas stew in geothermal soil • Lush Grená Park nature reserve—with its picturesque waterfall and wooded trails—beckons a visit • Discover the north shore’s dramatic cliffs and shoreline by foot • Historic watermills, breathtaking bluffs and panoramic views are on display • Enjoy a fresh lunch in the red-roofed seaside town of Maia • Cool off with a swim at Maia's natural pools • Take a tour of a local tea plantation • Bike through charming Azorean villages with traditional stucco homes and age-old cobblestone streets • Get your camera ready for sweeping vistas of the volcanic shoreline and sapphire ocean.
Nights 1-3
An iconic and sumptuous wellness retreat featuring a natural hot spring pool, original Art Deco architecture and sprawling private park. (pool, spa)
Days 4-6
Pedal into São Miguel's stunning interior, a gem of the Azores • Breaching sperm whales and playful bottleneck dolphins abound! • Kick back at our luxurious oceanfront retreat • Dinner tonight is a grand farm-to-table affair • A scenic hike on Sete Cidades volcano leads to the beloved Boca do Inferno viewpoint • Soak up incredible vistass over the volcanic terrain • Kayak the deep green and blue waters of Sete Cidades' peaceful crater lakes, Lagoa Verde and Lagoa Azul • Rejuvenate with a morning yoga class • Opt for a surf lesson at our resort's black-sand beach • Watch mesmerizing waves break against volcanic rock on a final hike along the coast.
Nights 4-5
Perched on a pristine corner of São Miguel Island, this resort offers a relaxing getaway with stunning ocean views. (pool, spa)
What's Included
See moreStraight Talk
We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
The slower pace, relaxed approach to life and old-world qualities in Portugal are some of the highlights of this spectacular region and are reflected in the hotels and restaurants on this trip. That said, service can lack a sense of urgency when compared with the service found in other parts of Europe. While the hotels we've chosen are some of the finest in the region, they may seem a bit simpler than the Backroads European standard. The same can be said for Portuguese cuisine, which is traditionally a celebration of local flavors but is also a bit more rustic than that of other places we visit in Europe.
Due to island weather conditions, the day and time of water activities may vary somewhat by departure. If an activity is canceled because of bad weather, your leaders will have alternative options planned.
Hotels
Adventure-Ready Hotels
Ideally located with ready access to trip activities, our Casual hotels are also known for their character and charm.
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Nights 1-3
*Deluxe Hotel
An iconic and sumptuous wellness retreat featuring a natural hot spring pool, original Art Deco architecture and sprawling private park. (pool, spa)
Nights 4-5
Casual Hotel
Perched on a pristine corner of São Miguel Island, this resort offers a relaxing getaway with stunning ocean views. (pool, spa)
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Bikes
Choose Your Perfect Bike
Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.
Included in your trip price
- Ideal for avid cyclists
- Responsive, efficient and comfortable
- Drop handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- Suited for a wide range of cyclists
- Comfortable ergonomic seat
- Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
- Upright handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- One of the lightest e-bikes available
- Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
- Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
- Upright handlebars only
- Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours; learn more
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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