2 Day itinerary toAzores

days28/06/25 - 29/06/25

Distance by day

Local travel distance per day in km.

Ponta Delgada➞Furnas

Travel time: 1 hr| Travel distance: 46 km

Start your day with a visit to the Igreja Matriz de São Sebastião, a remarkable example of Portuguese architecture with distinctively detailed Azorean design.
Take a walk along the lush gardens of Jardim José do Canto, where exotic plants and serene surroundings offer a relaxing nature-outdoors experience.
Visit the Mercado da Graça, an urban spot perfect for enjoying local specialties and fresh produce while interacting with local vendors.

Explore the volcanic geology at Lagoa das Sete Cidades, where you can enjoy panoramic views over the green and blue lakes from the Vista do Rei viewpoint.
Drive to the tranquil thermal baths at Poça da Dona Beija, for a rejuvenating cultural experience soaking in warm mineral-rich waters surrounded by lush greenery.
Stop by Caldeira Velha for a short hike, where you can see natural hot waterfalls and enjoy the rich wildlife of native birds and plants.
Have a late afternoon picnic at Lagoa do Fogo, one of the most scenic and untouched crater lakes in the Azores.

Enjoy a traditional Azorean dinner at a local restaurant in Furnas, where the Cozido das Furnas is naturally cooked underground by volcanic steam.
Take a stroll through the village of Furnas, to see the fumaroles and steaming geysers by moonlight.

Stay overnight at Hotel Terra Nostra, known for its art deco charm and central location near the Terra Nostra botanical garden.

Furnas➞Ribeira Grande

Travel time: 0.5 hr| Travel distance: 35 km

Explore the Terra Nostra Botanical Park right by your accommodation, considered one of the most beautiful gardens in Europe with over 200 years of history.
Visit the impressive Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Alegria, an architectural marvel in Vila Franca do Campo, showcasing typical Azorean details.
Take a short drive to Salto do Cabrito Waterfalls for an invigorating nature walk and the chance to see cascading water surrounded by lush forested trails.

Head to the tea plantations at Chá Gorreana, the only tea plantation in Europe, where you can tour the factory, taste the tea, and learn about its history.
Visit the Ribeira Grande city center for a city-urban experience, where you can explore the local shops and cafes along the picturesque streets.
Enjoy a scenic cliffside hike on the Miradouro de Santa Iria, offering spectacular views of the coastline and the ocean beyond.
Relax on the black sand beach of Praia de Santa Bárbara, a perfect spot for sunbathing and watching surfers ride the Atlantic waves.

Have dinner at Cantinho da Ilha in Ribeira Grande for delicious local seafood with an ocean view, capturing the Azorean culinary art.
End the night with a relaxing thermal bath session at Caldeiras da Ribeira Grande, where you can soak under the stars.

Stay overnight at Volcanic Charming House in Ribeira Grande, offering modern amenities with volcanic-inspired decor.