Moon Azores (Travel Guide)

Experience the breathtaking and unspoiled islands that await just a short hop from mainland Portugal with Moon Azores. Inside youll find: Strategic flexible itineraries for exploring individual islands or combining them into a longer trip with coverage of Porto and Lisbon The top outdoor adventures: Cave-dive into the depths of an extinct volcano soak in a steaming hot spring and catch some sun on Santa Marias golden sand beaches. Dive or snorkel in crystalline waters filled with shipwrecks submerged volcanoes seamounts and colorful marine life. Spot dolphins humpback whales and more on an island cruise and go bird-watching on a lush So Jorge faj. Hike to stunning viewpoints above Sete Cidades Lake or summit the epic snow-capped Mount Pico Must-see highlights and unique experiences: Wander past cobbled squares and whitewashed buildings to marvel at the striking Old Gates of Ponta Delgada. Stroll through sprawling gardens of exotic plant and secret grottoes in Terra Nostra Park or sip authentic Gorreana tea at Europes only tea plantation. People watch over a cup of Azorean coffee in the UNESCO historical center of Angra do Herosmo or admire the famous mariner murals in Horta Marina. Savor fresh seafood and local charcuterie in a seaside village browse traditional cheeses at a morning market and sample basalt wines on Pico Expert advice from long-time Portugal resident Carrie-Marie Bratley Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout Background information on landscape history and cultural customs of the islands Helpful resources on COVID-19 and traveling to the Azores Handy tools such as visa information a Portuguese phrasebook and tips for LGBTQ travelers seniors families and more With Moons practical tips and local know-how you can experience the best of the Azores. Heading to the mainland? Check out Moon Portugal.