Azores Cruise

   
 
 

Flowers of the Azores Cruise

Exploration of Seven Islands in the Azores Archipelago

7 Days / 1 location in Portugal

Located 900 miles from Portugal atop the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, the Azores offer a sunny, temperate climate, friendly locals, dazzling landscapes and a fascinating history. There is much to see and do on this archipelago of nine rugged islands, formed eons ago by volcanic activity. There is no better way to visit seven of them than aboard a small ship like the Andrea, as you take in the ever-changing views of cloud-shrouded mountain peaks, terraced fields and vineyards, and neighboring islands whose lower slopes are bathed in sunshine.

Along these emerald coastlines, you'll spot old lookout points from the days when whaling was a leading industry. Our nautical vantage point should also provide the likelihood of seeing several of the species of whale and dolphin that live in these nutrient-rich waters. The Azores are remarkable in their diversity, from well-tended dairy pastures and vineyards to sheer sea cliffs of black rock and remnants of the dense evergreen forests that once blanketed the islands.

Itinerary

 
Day 1     Azores
On Board the M/S Andrea
Meals: Dinner

Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel

Embark 4:00 PM

 
Day 2     Azores
On Board the M/S Andrea
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Vila Do Porto, Santa Maria

Arrive 7:00 AM

Depart 6:00 PM

 
Day 3     Azores
On Board the M/S Andrea
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Praia da Vitoria, Terciera

Arrive 8:00 AM

Depart 6:00 PM

 
Day 4     Azores
On Board the M/S Andrea
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Madalena, Pico Island

Arrive 7:00 AM

 
Day 5     Azores
On Board the M/S Andrea
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Madalena, Pico Island

Depart 5:00 AM

Horta, Faial Island

Arrive 8:00 AM

 
Day 6     Azores
On Board the M/S Andrea
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Horta, Faial Island

Depart 5:00 AM

Santa Cruz, Graciosa Island

Arrive 9:00 AM

Depart 1:00 PM

Velas, Sao Jorge Island

Arrive 3:30 PM

Depart 7:00 PM

 
Day 7     Azores
Meals: Breakfast

Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel

Arrive 7:00 AM

Disembark after breakfast

 
Price Includes
Meals Daily Shipboard
Accommodations in Select Cabin Category
Price Does Not Include
 Port Charges & Tax
ELE-1269
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