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Azores
The Amazing Azores: From Volcanoes to Vineyards
Program No. 22755RJ
Venture to the extraordinary volcanoes of the Azores, and explore the islands’ dramatic lakes and craters. Join experts to learn the islands’ fascinating history of wine and whaling.
LODGING & MEALS
Lodgings may differ by date. Select a date to see the lodgings specific to that date.
Showing Lodging & Meals For:
Sep 11, 2025 - Sep 23, 2025 (Horta to Furnas de Sao MIguel)
Oct 02, 2025 - Oct 14, 2025 (Horta to Furnas de Sao MIguel)
Oct 16, 2025 - Oct 28, 2025 (Horta to Furnas de Sao MIguel)
Feb 10, 2026 - Feb 22, 2026 (Horta to Furnas de Sao MIguel)
Mar 17, 2026 - Mar 29, 2026 (Horta to Furnas de Sao MIguel)
Apr 07, 2026 - Apr 19, 2026 (Horta to Furnas de Sao MIguel)
May 12, 2026 - May 24, 2026 (Horta to Furnas de Sao MIguel)
Sep 01, 2026 - Sep 13, 2026 (Horta to Furnas de Sao MIguel)
Oct 13, 2026 - Oct 25, 2026 (Horta to Furnas de Sao MIguel)
Nov 10, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 (Horta to Furnas de Sao MIguel)
Lodging and meal options may differ by date. Select a date to see the information specific to that date.
What You'll Eat
11
Breakfasts
10
Lunches
7
Dinners
Total:
28 Meals
The following choices may be available when requested in advance:
Vegetarian, Low Salt, Vegetarian
Where You'll Stay
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Horta
Hotel do Canal is a modern, purpose-built four star hotel, ocean front, located across Horta’s City Port. The hotel offers panoramic views of the bay and according to the weather, dramatic views of the Pico Mountain, classified as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Portugal. It belongs to one of the Island founding families, a traditional Azorean hotel chain, providing comfortable accommodation with all bedrooms en-suite with air-conditioning/central heating, mini-bar, hairdryer and free Wi-Fi. Breakfast and other meals are served at the Restaurant. The hotel offers a fitness centre facility with sauna, Jacuzzi, steam bath and massage. It is also at a short driving distance to the old town centre and walking distance to local restaurants and the sea promenade and the commerce main street. Last, but not least, adding to its character, the hotel is next to the legendary Peter’s Café Sport, a famous yachting pub anywhere in the world, established in 1918.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Angra do Heroísmo
Torel Terra Brava, a five-star boutique hotel, nestled in the UNESCO World Heritage town of Angra do Heroísmo. Located in the historical center, 5 minutes from the main square.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel
The Hotel Marina Atlântico in the center of town in Ponta Delgada, modern architecture style embodies a ship, with high masts, resting on the shore. Directly on the seafront, across the seaport, with ample views of the Marina promenade with shops & restaurants just across the road, the hotel is considered a reference in São Miguel Island, with its luminous and modern nautical motif decor, inviting you to an enjoyable stay.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
9675-022
In the heart of Furnas Valley, with dynamic thermal pools open round the clock; both indoors and outdoors.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Horta
Hotel do Canal is a modern, purpose-built four star hotel, ocean front, located across Horta’s City Port. The hotel offers panoramic views of the bay and according to the weather, dramatic views of the Pico Mountain, classified as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Portugal. It belongs to one of the Island founding families, a traditional Azorean hotel chain, providing comfortable accommodation with all bedrooms en-suite with air-conditioning/central heating, mini-bar, hairdryer and free Wi-Fi. Breakfast and other meals are served at the Restaurant. The hotel offers a fitness centre facility with sauna, Jacuzzi, steam bath and massage. It is also at a short driving distance to the old town centre and walking distance to local restaurants and the sea promenade and the commerce main street. Last, but not least, adding to its character, the hotel is next to the legendary Peter’s Café Sport, a famous yachting pub anywhere in the world, established in 1918.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Angra do Heroísmo
Torel Terra Brava, a five-star boutique hotel, nestled in the UNESCO World Heritage town of Angra do Heroísmo. Located in the historical center, 5 minutes from the main square.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel
The Hotel Marina Atlântico in the center of town in Ponta Delgada, modern architecture style embodies a ship, with high masts, resting on the shore. Directly on the seafront, across the seaport, with ample views of the Marina promenade with shops & restaurants just across the road, the hotel is considered a reference in São Miguel Island, with its luminous and modern nautical motif decor, inviting you to an enjoyable stay.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Furnas
Located in the heart of Furnas, with extensive landscaped unique Botanical gardens and Thermal resort.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Horta
Hotel do Canal is a modern, purpose-built four star hotel, ocean front, located across Horta’s City Port. The hotel offers panoramic views of the bay and according to the weather, dramatic views of the Pico Mountain, classified as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Portugal. It belongs to one of the Island founding families, a traditional Azorean hotel chain, providing comfortable accommodation with all bedrooms en-suite with air-conditioning/central heating, mini-bar, hairdryer and free Wi-Fi. Breakfast and other meals are served at the Restaurant. The hotel offers a fitness centre facility with sauna, Jacuzzi, steam bath and massage. It is also at a short driving distance to the old town centre and walking distance to local restaurants and the sea promenade and the commerce main street. Last, but not least, adding to its character, the hotel is next to the legendary Peter’s Café Sport, a famous yachting pub anywhere in the world, established in 1918.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Angra do Heroísmo
Torel Terra Brava, a five-star boutique hotel, nestled in the UNESCO World Heritage town of Angra do Heroísmo. Located in the historical center, 5 minutes from the main square.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel
The Hotel Marina Atlântico in the center of town in Ponta Delgada, modern architecture style embodies a ship, with high masts, resting on the shore. Directly on the seafront, across the seaport, with ample views of the Marina promenade with shops & restaurants just across the road, the hotel is considered a reference in São Miguel Island, with its luminous and modern nautical motif decor, inviting you to an enjoyable stay.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Furnas
Located in the heart of Furnas, with extensive landscaped unique Botanical gardens and Thermal resort.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Horta
Hotel do Canal is a modern, purpose-built four star hotel, ocean front, located across Horta’s City Port. The hotel offers panoramic views of the bay and according to the weather, dramatic views of the Pico Mountain, classified as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Portugal. It belongs to one of the Island founding families, a traditional Azorean hotel chain, providing comfortable accommodation with all bedrooms en-suite with air-conditioning/central heating, mini-bar, hairdryer and free Wi-Fi. Breakfast and other meals are served at the Restaurant. The hotel offers a fitness centre facility with sauna, Jacuzzi, steam bath and massage. It is also at a short driving distance to the old town centre and walking distance to local restaurants and the sea promenade and the commerce main street. Last, but not least, adding to its character, the hotel is next to the legendary Peter’s Café Sport, a famous yachting pub anywhere in the world, established in 1918.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Angra do Heroísmo
Torel Terra Brava, a five-star boutique hotel, nestled in the UNESCO World Heritage town of Angra do Heroísmo. Located in the historical center, 5 minutes from the main square.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel
The Hotel Marina Atlântico in the center of town in Ponta Delgada, modern architecture style embodies a ship, with high masts, resting on the shore. Directly on the seafront, across the seaport, with ample views of the Marina promenade with shops & restaurants just across the road, the hotel is considered a reference in São Miguel Island, with its luminous and modern nautical motif decor, inviting you to an enjoyable stay.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Furnas
Located in the heart of Furnas, with extensive landscaped unique Botanical gardens and Thermal resort.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Horta
Hotel do Canal is a modern, purpose-built four star hotel, ocean front, located across Horta’s City Port. The hotel offers panoramic views of the bay and according to the weather, dramatic views of the Pico Mountain, classified as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Portugal. It belongs to one of the Island founding families, a traditional Azorean hotel chain, providing comfortable accommodation with all bedrooms en-suite with air-conditioning/central heating, mini-bar, hairdryer and free Wi-Fi. Breakfast and other meals are served at the Restaurant. The hotel offers a fitness centre facility with sauna, Jacuzzi, steam bath and massage. It is also at a short driving distance to the old town centre and walking distance to local restaurants and the sea promenade and the commerce main street. Last, but not least, adding to its character, the hotel is next to the legendary Peter’s Café Sport, a famous yachting pub anywhere in the world, established in 1918.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Angra do Heroísmo
Torel Terra Brava, a five-star boutique hotel, nestled in the UNESCO World Heritage town of Angra do Heroísmo. Located in the historical center, 5 minutes from the main square.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel
The Hotel Marina Atlântico in the center of town in Ponta Delgada, modern architecture style embodies a ship, with high masts, resting on the shore. Directly on the seafront, across the seaport, with ample views of the Marina promenade with shops & restaurants just across the road, the hotel is considered a reference in São Miguel Island, with its luminous and modern nautical motif decor, inviting you to an enjoyable stay.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Furnas
Located in the heart of Furnas, with extensive landscaped unique Botanical gardens and Thermal resort.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Horta
Hotel do Canal is a modern, purpose-built four star hotel, ocean front, located across Horta’s City Port. The hotel offers panoramic views of the bay and according to the weather, dramatic views of the Pico Mountain, classified as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Portugal. It belongs to one of the Island founding families, a traditional Azorean hotel chain, providing comfortable accommodation with all bedrooms en-suite with air-conditioning/central heating, mini-bar, hairdryer and free Wi-Fi. Breakfast and other meals are served at the Restaurant. The hotel offers a fitness centre facility with sauna, Jacuzzi, steam bath and massage. It is also at a short driving distance to the old town centre and walking distance to local restaurants and the sea promenade and the commerce main street. Last, but not least, adding to its character, the hotel is next to the legendary Peter’s Café Sport, a famous yachting pub anywhere in the world, established in 1918.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Angra do Heroísmo
Torel Terra Brava, a five-star boutique hotel, nestled in the UNESCO World Heritage town of Angra do Heroísmo. Located in the historical center, 5 minutes from the main square.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel
The Hotel Marina Atlântico in the center of town in Ponta Delgada, modern architecture style embodies a ship, with high masts, resting on the shore. Directly on the seafront, across the seaport, with ample views of the Marina promenade with shops & restaurants just across the road, the hotel is considered a reference in São Miguel Island, with its luminous and modern nautical motif decor, inviting you to an enjoyable stay.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Furnas
Located in the heart of Furnas, with extensive landscaped unique Botanical gardens and Thermal resort.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Horta
Hotel do Canal is a modern, purpose-built four star hotel, ocean front, located across Horta’s City Port. The hotel offers panoramic views of the bay and according to the weather, dramatic views of the Pico Mountain, classified as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Portugal. It belongs to one of the Island founding families, a traditional Azorean hotel chain, providing comfortable accommodation with all bedrooms en-suite with air-conditioning/central heating, mini-bar, hairdryer and free Wi-Fi. Breakfast and other meals are served at the Restaurant. The hotel offers a fitness centre facility with sauna, Jacuzzi, steam bath and massage. It is also at a short driving distance to the old town centre and walking distance to local restaurants and the sea promenade and the commerce main street. Last, but not least, adding to its character, the hotel is next to the legendary Peter’s Café Sport, a famous yachting pub anywhere in the world, established in 1918.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Angra do Heroísmo
Torel Terra Brava, a five-star boutique hotel, nestled in the UNESCO World Heritage town of Angra do Heroísmo. Located in the historical center, 5 minutes from the main square.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel
The Hotel Marina Atlântico in the center of town in Ponta Delgada, modern architecture style embodies a ship, with high masts, resting on the shore. Directly on the seafront, across the seaport, with ample views of the Marina promenade with shops & restaurants just across the road, the hotel is considered a reference in São Miguel Island, with its luminous and modern nautical motif decor, inviting you to an enjoyable stay.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Furnas
Located in the heart of Furnas, with extensive landscaped unique Botanical gardens and Thermal resort.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Horta
Hotel do Canal is a modern, purpose-built four star hotel, ocean front, located across Horta’s City Port. The hotel offers panoramic views of the bay and according to the weather, dramatic views of the Pico Mountain, classified as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Portugal. It belongs to one of the Island founding families, a traditional Azorean hotel chain, providing comfortable accommodation with all bedrooms en-suite with air-conditioning/central heating, mini-bar, hairdryer and free Wi-Fi. Breakfast and other meals are served at the Restaurant. The hotel offers a fitness centre facility with sauna, Jacuzzi, steam bath and massage. It is also at a short driving distance to the old town centre and walking distance to local restaurants and the sea promenade and the commerce main street. Last, but not least, adding to its character, the hotel is next to the legendary Peter’s Café Sport, a famous yachting pub anywhere in the world, established in 1918.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Angra do Heroísmo
Torel Terra Brava, a five-star boutique hotel, nestled in the UNESCO World Heritage town of Angra do Heroísmo. Located in the historical center, 5 minutes from the main square.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel
The Hotel Marina Atlântico in the center of town in Ponta Delgada, modern architecture style embodies a ship, with high masts, resting on the shore. Directly on the seafront, across the seaport, with ample views of the Marina promenade with shops & restaurants just across the road, the hotel is considered a reference in São Miguel Island, with its luminous and modern nautical motif decor, inviting you to an enjoyable stay.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Furnas
Located in the heart of Furnas, with extensive landscaped unique Botanical gardens and Thermal resort.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Horta
Hotel do Canal is a modern, purpose-built four star hotel, ocean front, located across Horta’s City Port. The hotel offers panoramic views of the bay and according to the weather, dramatic views of the Pico Mountain, classified as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Portugal. It belongs to one of the Island founding families, a traditional Azorean hotel chain, providing comfortable accommodation with all bedrooms en-suite with air-conditioning/central heating, mini-bar, hairdryer and free Wi-Fi. Breakfast and other meals are served at the Restaurant. The hotel offers a fitness centre facility with sauna, Jacuzzi, steam bath and massage. It is also at a short driving distance to the old town centre and walking distance to local restaurants and the sea promenade and the commerce main street. Last, but not least, adding to its character, the hotel is next to the legendary Peter’s Café Sport, a famous yachting pub anywhere in the world, established in 1918.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Angra do Heroísmo
Torel Terra Brava, a five-star boutique hotel, nestled in the UNESCO World Heritage town of Angra do Heroísmo. Located in the historical center, 5 minutes from the main square.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel
The Hotel Marina Atlântico in the center of town in Ponta Delgada, modern architecture style embodies a ship, with high masts, resting on the shore. Directly on the seafront, across the seaport, with ample views of the Marina promenade with shops & restaurants just across the road, the hotel is considered a reference in São Miguel Island, with its luminous and modern nautical motif decor, inviting you to an enjoyable stay.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Furnas
Located in the heart of Furnas, with extensive landscaped unique Botanical gardens and Thermal resort.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Horta
Hotel do Canal is a modern, purpose-built four star hotel, ocean front, located across Horta’s City Port. The hotel offers panoramic views of the bay and according to the weather, dramatic views of the Pico Mountain, classified as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Portugal. It belongs to one of the Island founding families, a traditional Azorean hotel chain, providing comfortable accommodation with all bedrooms en-suite with air-conditioning/central heating, mini-bar, hairdryer and free Wi-Fi. Breakfast and other meals are served at the Restaurant. The hotel offers a fitness centre facility with sauna, Jacuzzi, steam bath and massage. It is also at a short driving distance to the old town centre and walking distance to local restaurants and the sea promenade and the commerce main street. Last, but not least, adding to its character, the hotel is next to the legendary Peter’s Café Sport, a famous yachting pub anywhere in the world, established in 1918.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Angra do Heroísmo
Torel Terra Brava, a five-star boutique hotel, nestled in the UNESCO World Heritage town of Angra do Heroísmo. Located in the historical center, 5 minutes from the main square.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel
The Hotel Marina Atlântico in the center of town in Ponta Delgada, modern architecture style embodies a ship, with high masts, resting on the shore. Directly on the seafront, across the seaport, with ample views of the Marina promenade with shops & restaurants just across the road, the hotel is considered a reference in São Miguel Island, with its luminous and modern nautical motif decor, inviting you to an enjoyable stay.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Furnas
Located in the heart of Furnas, with extensive landscaped unique Botanical gardens and Thermal resort.
Travel Information, Transportation Details & Required Documents
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Sep 11 - Sep 23, 2025
Oct 2 - Oct 14, 2025
Oct 16 - Oct 28, 2025
Feb 10 - Feb 22, 2026
Mar 17 - Mar 29, 2026
Apr 7 - Apr 19, 2026
May 12 - May 24, 2026
Sep 1 - Sep 13, 2026
Oct 13 - Oct 25, 2026
Nov 10 - Nov 22, 2026
Documents
Personal Information and Preferences
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Passport
A passport is required for this program. It must be valid for at least 6 months after your return date.
This information about travel documents pertains to participants holding U.S. passports. Non-U.S. citizens should refer to their country's requirements to ensure they have the necessary documentation for travel.
Visas
United States citizens don’t need a visa for any of the countries you’ll be visiting. Non-U.S. citizens should refer to their country's requirements to ensure they have the necessary documentation for travel.
Traveling by Air
Plane
If Road Scholar is arranging your air travel to and from the program, and you travel on the scheduled start and end dates, you’ll receive free round-trip transfers from the airport to the hotel.
Arrival day is on October 17, 2025
Meet the group at Hotel do Canal in Horta
Start of Trip: 02:00pm on Day 2 - check-in and Orientation.
Getting to the site: For participants making their own arrangements, the easiest way to get to your program hotel is by taxi. Horta Airport is about 6,5 miles (18 minutes) from Horta center. Horta is a small town with few taxis, to avoid waiting at the airport, we recommend you to pre-book your taxi in advance by contacting info@studyjourneys.com All participants who purchase their flights through Road Scholar Travel Services will get arrival and departure transfers as long as the travel dates do not deviate from the official program dates.
Your trip ends on: Tuesday, October 28, 2025 in Furnas de Sao MIguel at Terra Nostra Garden Hotel
End of Trip: 10:00am after Breakfast -11:00am.Hotel checkout.
Getting to the airport: For participants making their own arrangements, the easiest way to get to the airport from your last program hotel is by taxi. Furnas your last site is about 30 miles (50 minutes) from Ponta Delgada airport. All participants who purchase their flights through Road Scholar Travel Services will get arrival and departure transfers as long as the travel dates do not deviate from the official program dates.
Information if you are purchasing your own airfare: Participants who have not purchased airfare through Road Scholar are responsible for making their own transfer arrangements to the first site at the beginning of the program, as well as from the last site at the end of the program. The Information Packet Road Scholar sends in advance of the program includes details needed to make your transfer arrangements. If you wish to purchase airfare through Road Scholar, please call (800) 241-1404. Please note: In the unlikely event Road Scholar must make changes to the program's arrival or departure details, we will notify all participants as soon as possible. Participants who have purchased Road Scholar airfare are protected against airline change fees; however, anyone who has not purchased Road Scholar airfare will be required to make their own adjustments and may incur fees imposed by the airline.
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