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Fit4Travel: The Azores Familiarization Trip

Main destination Portugal 5 Day Tour

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Fit4Travel: The Azores Familiarization Trip

Nov 07 - Nov 11 , 2022

Welcome to The Azores. São Miguel island is the largest of the nine islands that make up the Azorean region. São Miguel will offer incredible street art in Ponta Delgada and is the only place in the world where pineapples are grown in greenhouses. Enjoy a taste of this breathtaking island as you experience Fit4Travel firsthand.

Hotels:

  • Santa Bárbara Eco Beach Resort
  • Octant Hotels Furnas

Meals:

  • Breakfast: 4
  • Dinner: 2 

Activities:

  • 1 Jeep Tour to Furnas and Thermal Bath
  • Whale and Dolphin watching
  • Daily wellness class

Entrance Fees and Tastings:

  • Terra Nostra Park
  • Pineapple Liqueur Tasting

Other Services:

  • Bus and guide service according to program
  • Transfers and tours with English-Speaking driver & guide
  • Road tolls, Taxes, VAT

Not Included:

  • Meals not mentioned in the program
  • Luggage service
  • Entrance fees in monuments
  • Tips for guide and driver- the value of the tip is up to the client
  • All other services not mentioned as included
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel Insurance
  • International airfare to João Paulo II Airport

Information:

  • Transfer vehicles include one medium-sized suitcase per person.
  • If airport transfer is between 8 PM and 6 AM, an additional supplement may apply.
Day 1
Mon, Nov 7, 2022

Ponta Delgada | São Miguel Island

Welcome to The Azores. Upon arrival at Ponta Delgada, our representative will greet you and you will be transferred to your hotel. Settle in, relax, and unwind.

After unpacking, you’ll make your way to the volcanic sand beach at our hotel's doorstep. Enjoy the hotel Santa Barbara facilities and take in the breathtaking scenery all around you. This evening, enjoy dinner at the hotel restaurant with the rest of the group.

Meals: Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel Santa Barbara Eco-Resort

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Day 2
Tue, Nov 8, 2022

Tour To Sete Cidades

Today we explore the most western part of the island, where the mountains and lagoon of the Seven Cities are located. A small stop will be made at the viewpoint of Vista do Rei, one of the most important panoramic views of the island. Photos will not do justice while you look down into the famous lagoon, asleep inside a huge volcanic crater.

Then, we will get a different perspective by exploring the lagoon by e-bike. Immerse yourself in this breathtaking scenery, which will be sure to offer postcard images in every direction!

Afterwards, we continue with a visit and free time for lunch at the village of the Sete Cidades, an authentic portrait of rural Micaelense. Return to the the hotel in the mid-afternoon for leisure time, or to enjoy the amenities on site.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel Santa Barbara Eco-Resort

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Day 3
Wed, Nov 9, 2022

Jeep Tour To Furnas & Thermal Bath

Start your morning off with a beautiful wellness session and breakfast by the sea. After checking out, we will head to Furnas Valley, which is inserted in one of the three active central volcanoes of San Miguel island. At the heart of the town is a crater lake surrounded by smoking fumaroles famous for its local “cozido” dish being cooked by the heat of the earth. On the west bank of Furnas Lagoon is the Chapel of Our Lady of Victories, which offers an impressive example of the Neo-Gothic style, unique throughout the archipelago

In the afternoon, we will visit the volcano boilers and the village. The next stop is Terra Nostra Park, a bicentennial garden with unique species and a splendid thermal pool, where we will suggest a relaxing bath. The park is a unique repository of trees, plants, and other plants species from around the world. After arrival and checking in at the hotel, you will be given time to relax and enjoy the hotel amenities.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Octant Hotels Furnas

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Day 4
Thu, Nov 10, 2022

Whale And Dolphin Watching/ Vila Franca Campo

After a morning wellness session and breakfast, we will look for whales and dolphins while viewing this treasure of an island from the sea. After this experience, we’ll make a stop in Vila Franca do Campo for lunch on your own. After, we’ll be back on board for a brief ride to the Ilhéu, where you can relax and have a swim in the beautiful bay. Return to the hotel and enjoy the rest of the afternoon at leisure.

Later this evening, meet the rest of the group for a farewell dinner to give you a taste of true Azorean tradition and culture.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Accommodation: Octant Hotels Furnas

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Day 5
Fri, Nov 11, 2022

Ponta Delgada And Departure

Today we’ll have our last wellness practice before leaving the Azores.

Have breakfast at the hotel and some time to relax before your transport to the airport.

Meals: Breakfast

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The activity Level for this tour is:

Average - Some tours may include hiking or potential higher elevation hiking, biking, SUP, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking on uneven surfaces or for longer periods of time.

Itinerary

Day 1
Mon, Nov 7, 2022

Ponta Delgada | São Miguel Island

Welcome to The Azores. Upon arrival at Ponta Delgada, our representative will greet you and you will be transferred to your hotel. Settle in, relax, and unwind.

After unpacking, you’ll make your way to the volcanic sand beach at our hotel's doorstep. Enjoy the hotel Santa Barbara facilities and take in the breathtaking scenery all around you. This evening, enjoy dinner at the hotel restaurant with the rest of the group.

Meals: Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel Santa Barbara Eco-Resort

day1-azores.jpg
Day 2
Tue, Nov 8, 2022

Tour To Sete Cidades

Today we explore the most western part of the island, where the mountains and lagoon of the Seven Cities are located. A small stop will be made at the viewpoint of Vista do Rei, one of the most important panoramic views of the island. Photos will not do justice while you look down into the famous lagoon, asleep inside a huge volcanic crater.

Then, we will get a different perspective by exploring the lagoon by e-bike. Immerse yourself in this breathtaking scenery, which will be sure to offer postcard images in every direction!

Afterwards, we continue with a visit and free time for lunch at the village of the Sete Cidades, an authentic portrait of rural Micaelense. Return to the the hotel in the mid-afternoon for leisure time, or to enjoy the amenities on site.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel Santa Barbara Eco-Resort

day3-azores.jpg
Day 3
Wed, Nov 9, 2022

Jeep Tour To Furnas & Thermal Bath

Start your morning off with a beautiful wellness session and breakfast by the sea. After checking out, we will head to Furnas Valley, which is inserted in one of the three active central volcanoes of San Miguel island. At the heart of the town is a crater lake surrounded by smoking fumaroles famous for its local “cozido” dish being cooked by the heat of the earth. On the west bank of Furnas Lagoon is the Chapel of Our Lady of Victories, which offers an impressive example of the Neo-Gothic style, unique throughout the archipelago

In the afternoon, we will visit the volcano boilers and the village. The next stop is Terra Nostra Park, a bicentennial garden with unique species and a splendid thermal pool, where we will suggest a relaxing bath. The park is a unique repository of trees, plants, and other plants species from around the world. After arrival and checking in at the hotel, you will be given time to relax and enjoy the hotel amenities.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Octant Hotels Furnas

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Day 4
Thu, Nov 10, 2022

Whale And Dolphin Watching/ Vila Franca Campo

After a morning wellness session and breakfast, we will look for whales and dolphins while viewing this treasure of an island from the sea. After this experience, we’ll make a stop in Vila Franca do Campo for lunch on your own. After, we’ll be back on board for a brief ride to the Ilhéu, where you can relax and have a swim in the beautiful bay. Return to the hotel and enjoy the rest of the afternoon at leisure.

Later this evening, meet the rest of the group for a farewell dinner to give you a taste of true Azorean tradition and culture.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Accommodation: Octant Hotels Furnas

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Day 5
Fri, Nov 11, 2022

Ponta Delgada And Departure

Today we’ll have our last wellness practice before leaving the Azores.

Have breakfast at the hotel and some time to relax before your transport to the airport.

Meals: Breakfast

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The activity Level for this tour is:

Average - Some tours may include hiking or potential higher elevation hiking, biking, SUP, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking on uneven surfaces or for longer periods of time.

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Terms, conditions and restrictions apply; pricing, availability, and other details subject to change and/ or apply to US or Canadian residents. Accommodation names are subject to availability. Should accommodation mentioned on specific itinerary not be available, a similar or higher rated accommodation will be substituted. Single room allotments are subject to availability and booked on a FCFS basis. Fit4Travel will work with each vendor or supplier to secure as many single rooms as possible to accommodate each traveler.
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