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Aerial view of São Miguel Island

Lisbon & the Azores

7 days from £3,095pp
Aerial view of São Miguel Island
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Tour highlights

  • Explore the largest city in the Azores, Ponta Delgada, on a private walking tour.

  • Visit the twin lakes of Sete Cidades by bicycle and 4x4.

  • Embark on a whale- and dolphin-watching tour outside Ponta Delgada.

  • Hear traditional Portuguese fado music at a special dinner in Lisbon.

  • Discover the history of Lisbon on a private walking tour.

  • Tour the vibrant and eclectic palaces of Sintra.

Price includes:

  • Scheduled international and domestic flights
  • Fully insured vehicle hire
  • All accommodation
  • 24-hour support while you travel
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Itinerary idea in detail

With international flights from a choice of airports including London, Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle, Edinburgh and Glasgow.

  • Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Sao Miguel. You land on São Miguel, the largest island of the Azores. After picking up your car you’ll drive into the capital city, Ponta Delgada, and enjoy an afternoon walking tour.

    • Aerial view Ponta Delgada, São Miguel
      Aerial view Ponta Delgada, São Miguel
    • Portas da Cidade, Ponta Delgada, São Miguel
      Portas da Cidade, Ponta Delgada, São Miguel
    • Portas da Cidade and church, Ponta Delgada, São Miguel
      Portas da Cidade and church, Ponta Delgada, São Miguel

  • This morning, you’ll be met by your driver-guide to venture northwest of Ponta Delgada to Sete Cidades, a caldera known for its twin lakes. You’ll spend the morning exploring the area by bicycle and 4x4 before returning to your hotel. Later, you’ll head to the marina for a shared whale-watching tour.

    • Portas da Cidade, Ponta Delgada, São Miguel
      Portas da Cidade, Ponta Delgada, São Miguel
    • Twin lakes, Sete Cidades, São Miguel
      Twin lakes, Sete Cidades, São Miguel
    • Furnas Lagoon, São Miguel
      Furnas Lagoon, São Miguel

  • You have the day at leisure to explore São Miguel on your own. You may wish to explore some of the tea factories outside Ponta Delgada or cross to the eastern side of the island to explore Povoação and Nordeste.

    • City hall, Ponta Delgada, São Miguel
      City hall, Ponta Delgada, São Miguel
    • Sete Cidades, São Miguel
      Sete Cidades, São Miguel

  • Head to the airport this morning to catch your flight to Lisbon where you’ll be met and driven to your hotel. After a little time to relax, you’ll head out to a special dinner where you’ll be treated to a traditional Portuguese fado music performance.

    • Praça do Comércio, Lisbon
      Praça do Comércio, Lisbon
    • City views, Lisbon
      City views, Lisbon
    • São Jorge Castle, Lisbon
      São Jorge Castle, Lisbon

  • This morning, your guide will meet you at your hotel for a walking tour of Lisbon that takes in the sights and offers some tastings along the way. The afternoon is yours to spend at leisure, perhaps wandering the alleyways of the Alfama district or venturing up the Santa Justa elevator.

    • Tram and cityscape, Lisbon
      Tram and cityscape, Lisbon
    • Pastéis de nata, Belém
      Pastéis de nata, Belém
    • Santa Justa elevator, Lisbon
      Santa Justa elevator, Lisbon

  • Today you’ll have a guide for a full-day tour of the palaces of Sintra, known for their vibrant, whimsical architecture.

    • Praça do Comércio, Lisbon
      Praça do Comércio, Lisbon
    • Bairro Alto, Lisbon
      Bairro Alto, Lisbon
    • Rossio Square, Lisbon
      Rossio Square, Lisbon

  • Bid farewell to Lisbon today as you head to the airport for your flight. Your return flight will arrive the same day.

    • Óbidos, Estremadura
      Óbidos, Estremadura
    • Portuguese mosaic, Lisbon
      Portuguese mosaic, Lisbon
    • Mosaic of painted tile, Lisbon
      Mosaic of painted tile, Lisbon

Accommodation options

While the itinerary price reflects the suggested accommodation, Audley trips are 100% tailor-made, and a specialist can help you select the option best suited to your tastes and budget.

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