An otherworldly archipelago of nine islands, walkers and whales seek out this Atlantic wilderness haven in packs and pods. It’s clearly a magnet for magic, as you will find out on a walking holiday either on the largest island of São Miguel, or hiking and hopping between Pico, São Jorge and Faial island. Whichever of our Azores holidays that you choose, you can hike to volcanic craters, caldeiras hot springs, ancient coastal trails and secret waterfalls. Home to UNESCO-protected vineyards, there is no shortage of opportunities to toast all the Azorean treats.
Tours in the Azores
The Azores: Walking on Pico Island, São Jorge and Faial
The Azores: Cycling on Terceira
The Azores: Walking on São Miguel Island
The Azores: Walking on Pico and Faial Islands
The Azores: Cycling on Faial and Pico Islands by E-bike
The Azores: Walking on São Miguel, Pico and Faial
The Azores: Walking on Flores Island (Centre-based)
The Azores: Hiking the Great Route of Santa Maria (Centre-based)
Read more about the Azores and Portugal
Everything you need to know about walking in the Azores
An otherworldly archipelago of nine islands which are part of the Portuguese Republic, albeit 1,500km west of Lisbon and far out to sea. Both walkers and whales seek out this Atlantic wilderness haven in packs and pods. Read all about where to go and when.
Best time to go to Portugal
Take a look at our tips on the best time to go to Portugal, from Sintra in winter to the Azores when it pours back home. We have trips all year round, no matter which season you want to escape.
A deep dive into the Fishermen’s Trail in Portugal
The Fishermen’s Trail clings to cliffs, seduces you with sandy coves and beckons hikers on from one headland to the next. Join us as we cast our net out onto the Fishermen’s Trail in Portugal.
Follow the trail to our mountain biking holidays
Our mountain biking holidays are a bit more about pushing than pootling. Here are our top cross-country cycling holidays and we hope you are as pumped about them as we are.
Our seven best hikes in Portugal
Portugal may not have the Alps or the Andes, but this small country is bursting with big walks. Read about striding out greats like the Fishermen’s Trail or the Camino Portugues, or hidden pockets of Sintra-Cascais or Serra da Estrela.
Which of the Camino de Santiago routes is calling you?
The Camino de Santiago offers various routes, each with its own unique experience. From spiritual pilgrimages to scenic walks, discover which path resonates with you as you follow in the footsteps of worshippers and wanderers.
Best coastal walking tours
Do you have the ‘coastal condition’? For some, it may be chronic, and for others, there may only be mild symptoms. Check out our list of seaside saunters. Warning: symptoms may worsen upon reading.
Our favourite cycling cafes
We love a cafe that’s dedicated to cycling, especially when we can add them into our cycling holiday itineraries. Here are some of our top caffeine stops, each offering their own local flavours to fuel your journey.
Top tips on travelling in Portugal
When travelling in Portugal, you discover the Portuguese ways of doing things, which are patriotic, plain-speaking and playful in their approach to life. Here are our top tips on how to join in the fun.
A pannier packed with winter sun cycling holidays
Winter doesn’t have to suck. It can also blow your mind, especially if you embark on one of these sun-kissed cycling holidays. Whether it’s Provence or Portugal , the Algarve or the Alhambra, pep up your winter on wheels.
