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Azores: Hike and Explore a Cultural Paradise (#2406)

Date and Time

Monday, April 29, 2024 - Wednesday, May 8, 2024

Location

Azore Islands,
International,
Portugal

Registration

Registration is required for this activity. Please contact leader.

Overview

Join us for a 10-day adventure to hike, explore and experience the culture of this botanical Eden that rivals Hawaii in botanical diversity yet maintains an old world maritime culture. We will visit three islands, historic fishing villages, magnificent gardens, impressive volcanoes and hidden lakes. Songbirds, whales and dolphins are common sights in this mid-Atlantic treasure. Delight in renowned Portuguese wines and authentic local dishes. These islands have so far escaped the onslaught of massive tourism. We will walk along narrow cobbled streets with red-roofed townhouses, ornate shutters and wrought iron balconies. We´ll make visits to Sao Miguel, Pico and Faial Islands - staying in comfortable 3 and 4-star hotels throughout, all with pools. Transfers by private and public bus, taxis, inter-island air and ferry connections are all included. By participating on this tour, you are creating opportunities to enhance aspects of rural tourism to the Azores lesser travelled region praised for its authenticity. Bring your curiosity, your sense of adventure, and your camera!

AMC Trip Policy

Cost

Adult: $3,625 member / $3,725 non-member

Related Link(s):

2406 prospectus

Click map for driving directions
Azore Islands

Activities

Hiking
Cultural

Status

Full

Difficulty

Moderate

Audience

Adults (18+)


Leader




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Jeanne has been leading outdoor adventures for ~50 years for AMC and Sierra Club among other groups. Jeanne is a leader with AMC Boston Hiking/Backpacking as well as Family Outings Committees leading hiking, paddle, camping, and winter trips. Jeanne is the past Chair of AMC Boston Family Outings and former Boston Chapter Membership Chair. Jeanne joined AMC Adventure Travel in 2014 and has led AT trips to the Jungfrau region in Switzerland, Machu Picchu, Morocco, and New Zealand.