{"id":22359,"date":"2025-03-23T01:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-03-22T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/?p=22359"},"modified":"2025-08-12T04:53:48","modified_gmt":"2025-08-11T18:53:48","slug":"azores-portugal-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/azores-portugal-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Introducing the Azores: Europe&#8217;s secret adventure paradise"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>They call it the Hawaii of the mid-Atlantic. But, really, this spellbinding region is pretty incomparable&#8230;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A remote archipelago that consists of nine volcanic islands, the Azores are like nowhere you&#8217;ve ever been before. An autonomous region of <a href=\"\/portugal\">Portugal<\/a>, they&#8217;re one of the last few areas deserving of an &#8216;unspoiled paradise&#8217; or &#8216;best-kept secret&#8217; title.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I&#8217;m not exaggerating. Picture dazzling emerald lakes, volcanic caverns, cascading waterfalls and rolling hills. Imagine a land where you can hike, sail, surf, bike, whale watch, swim in geothermal pools and more. And just think of how popular this destination would be if more people knew about it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For now, though, let&#8217;s keep it between us. And between the travellers wise enough to embark on a trip to Portugal&#8217;s best-kept secret. The Azores are worth the journey, I promise. You may not be able to catch a ferry to the islands, but you can fly in from home or from your favourite city in Portugal. If you need more convincing, here&#8217;s a little more insight into what these islands have to offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-22370\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/iStock-611174036-e1506368658665.jpg\" alt=\"Sao Miguel Azores Portugal - a rocky coastline with white houses and a road next to the blue ocean and waves crashing, mountains in the distance. \" class=\"wp-image-22370\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Sao Miguel is part of the Azores&#8217; eastern group of islands<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">An island for everyone \u2013 highlighting five favourites<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s start with the basics. The nine islands of the Azores are divided into three different groups. There&#8217;s the eastern (Sao Miguel&nbsp;and&nbsp;Santa&nbsp;Maria&nbsp;islands), the central (Terceira,&nbsp;Graciosa,&nbsp;Sao Jorge,&nbsp;Pico&nbsp;and&nbsp;Faial&nbsp;islands), and the western (Flores&nbsp;and&nbsp;Corvo&nbsp;islands).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Faial is one of the most scenic islands. It\u2019s known as the blue island due to the cool blue hydrangeas that cover the houses and roads, especially at the tail end of spring. Diving is popular here, as is climbing to&nbsp;Whaler\u2019s Chapel for a spectacular view of Faial and Pico.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pico also stuns thanks to its imposing mountain \u2013 it&#8217;s the highest mountain in the Azores and is so big that the island is literally known as &#8216;Mountain Island&#8217;. In fact, everything is superlative here. The vineyards are a World Heritage Site and the swimming holes are some of the finest in the archipelago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Flores is another one of the coolest islands. Known for its waterfalls, deep valleys and lagoons, the westernmost point of the archipelago is&nbsp;part of the North American tectonic plate, which distinguishes it from the other Azorean islands which sit on the European plate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-22365\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/iStock-515780966-e1506367700333.jpg\" alt=\"Po\u00e7o da Alagoinha, Flores - Waterfalls on the island of Flores in Portugal. The image is giant mossy-green cliffs with waterfalls flowing down and a bright blue sky. \" class=\"wp-image-22365\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Po\u00e7o da Alagoinha, Flores<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re into hiking, look no further than Sao Jorge. When you travel with Intrepid, you&#8217;ll have free days to explore its steep cliffs and seaside walks, and you&#8217;ll have many to choose from as the island is home to some of the best walks in the Azores. Birdwatching is also a must here. Your leader can recommend the best hikes to see the island\u2019s stunning mountain range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"ipf-title\">Walk your way through Europe<\/h2><div class=\"product_wrapper ipf-has-title\"><div class=\"product\" style=\"width:33.333333333333%;\" data-code=\"ZMXG\"><div class=\"product-inner\"><div class=\"product-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/ipf\/ZMXG.jpg\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/trips\/zmxg\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"product-name\">Portuguese Camino<\/a><\/div><div class=\"product-footer\"><div class=\"product-footer-left\"><span class=\"product-days\">10 days<\/span><\/div><div class=\"product-footer-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/trips\/zmxg\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"product-btn\">View trip<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"product\" style=\"width:33.333333333333%;\" data-code=\"ZMXV\"><div class=\"product-inner\"><div class=\"product-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/ipf\/ZMXV.jpg\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/trips\/zmxv\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"product-name\">Hike the Rota Vicentina in Portugal<\/a><\/div><div class=\"product-footer\"><div class=\"product-footer-left\"><span class=\"product-days\">7 days<\/span><\/div><div class=\"product-footer-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/trips\/zmxv\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"product-btn\">View trip<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"product\" style=\"width:33.333333333333%;\" data-code=\"ZMXI\"><div class=\"product-inner\"><div class=\"product-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/ipf\/ZMXI.jpg\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/trips\/zmxi\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"product-name\">Hiking in the Dolomites<\/a><\/div><div class=\"product-footer\"><div class=\"product-footer-left\"><span class=\"product-days\">8 days<\/span><\/div><div class=\"product-footer-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/trips\/zmxi\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"product-btn\">View trip<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Ending on another high, Sao Miguel has, perhaps, the most diversity. I&#8217;m talking sandy beaches, rolling hills, beautiful lakes and more. It&#8217;s the largest and most populated island of the Azores and this means it has something for everybody. The island is also home to&nbsp;Ponta Delgada, the largest city in the archipelago. It offers cobbled streets that contrast with a modern marina and all the ocean-front cafes and nightclubs you could want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All in all, it&#8217;s a region where island hopping is going to come in handy. Every island has something different to offer. And you&#8217;re going to want to see them all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The food scene in the Azores<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Now it&#8217;s time to include a little bit of insight into the cuisine because the best way to get to know a place is through its <a href=\"\/food\">food<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since the Azores islands are fertile, the climate is ideal for growing conditions. This ensures that what you&#8217;ll be eating is super fresh. And it means that more tropical fruits can be grown&nbsp;\u2013 from pineapple to bananas to passion fruit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unsurprisingly, seafood is big here. Definitely sample the tuna and also try <em>lapas<\/em>, a sort of sea snail that&#8217;s great grilled with lemon. Octopus stewed in wine is also a classic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignwide size-full wp-image-22368\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-Portugal-Madeira-seafood-limpets-butter-sauce-shutterstock-2357323579.jpg\" alt=\"A plate of seafood limpets in butter sauce - it looks like open mussel shells covered in butter with a lemon wedge on a table. \" class=\"wp-image-85270\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-Portugal-Madeira-seafood-limpets-butter-sauce-shutterstock-2357323579.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-Portugal-Madeira-seafood-limpets-butter-sauce-shutterstock-2357323579-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-Portugal-Madeira-seafood-limpets-butter-sauce-shutterstock-2357323579-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-Portugal-Madeira-seafood-limpets-butter-sauce-shutterstock-2357323579-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-Portugal-Madeira-seafood-limpets-butter-sauce-shutterstock-2357323579-1170x658.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Intrepid-Travel-Portugal-Madeira-seafood-limpets-butter-sauce-shutterstock-2357323579-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you make it to Sao Jorge Island, ensure you try the region&#8217;s famous \u2013 and strong \u2013 cheddar cheese. And whichever island you&#8217;re on, don&#8217;t skip the <em>rumpsteak <\/em>and <em>cozido <\/em>\u2013&nbsp;a typical meat stew cooked underground via volcanic stream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Last but not least, the volcanic slopes of the Azores are made for grape vines and therefore produce great wines. A solid recommendation is the fragrant&nbsp;Vinho de Cheiro.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Unique experiences in the Azores with Intrepid<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Faial Island was the last location of major volcanic activity in the Azores, thanks to the volcano that erupted in 1957. When it did, it permanently changed the islands \u2013&nbsp;covering an entire village in volcanic ash. On Intrepid&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/uk\/portugal\/highlights-azores-160071\">Highlights of the Azores<\/a> trip, not only will you explore the eruption site&#8217;s interactive museum, but you&#8217;ll also strap on your hiking boots and take on one of the many hiking trails in Horta.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-22369\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/iStock-178780427-e1506368155752.jpg\" alt=\"Capelinhos Faial Azores Portugal - a landscape image of volcanic terrain with black and brown land near the ocean. \" class=\"wp-image-22369\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/iStock-178780427-e1506368155752.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/iStock-178780427-e1506368155752-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/iStock-178780427-e1506368155752-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/iStock-178780427-e1506368155752-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Capelinhos Faial, Faial Island<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also go a whale-watching tour in Pico Island.&nbsp;Up until 1980, the island supported a substantial whaling industry due to the deep waters of the surrounding Atlantic. Fortunately, the end of that industry means that whale watching is a pretty popular activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Weather, packing tips and other Azores intel<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Be prepared for unpredictable weather in the Azores \u2013 it can mean the schedule for flights or ferry crossings can be disrupted. However, storm clouds can make for some dramatic scenes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re expecting to take a dip in the sea, there are plenty of options but be mindful that it\u2019s the Atlantic Ocean, which can be cold. Luckily, there are hot springs dotted around, which can be much more pleasant to take a dip in or warm up in after a chilly ocean swim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oh, and take some sturdy walking shoes \u2013 you\u2019ll need them to explore the islands&#8217; countless wonders on foot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>So, what are you waiting for? 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