Day 1

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Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Flight in Ponta Delgada, on the Island of São Miguel, the biggest island in Azores.

Day 2

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Ponta Delgada, Portugal

On the first full day, we explored the city of Ponta Delgada.

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Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Portas de Cidade - 18th century gates in a nice public square in the city.

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Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Igreja do Santo Cristo, Igreja do Sao Pedro, Nucleo de Santa Barbara, Forte de S. Bras, Palacio de Presidencia.

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A Tasca, Portugal

Also, enjoyed some local wine and food at A Tasca restaurant.

Day 3

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Furnas, Portugal

Took a bus to Furnas. We stopped at Parque Terra Nostra. Took a walk in this beautiful garden with many nice plants.

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Furnas Lake, Portugal

Visited Furnas Lake. And Furnas geyser.

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Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Back to Ponta Delgada.

Day 4

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Ponta Delgada, Portugal

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Portugal, Portugal

Went on a dolphin and whale watching tour for 5 hours.

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Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Day 5

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Ponta Delgada, Portugal

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Sete Cidades, Portugal

Rented a car and headed to the most famous spot on the island, Sete Cidades. There are several easy hiking trails in the area with a few panoramic point. We admired the beautiful volcanic scenery.

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Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Then drove to Mosteiros small village on the NV of the island, admired the beautiful landscape over the ocean, enjoyed wine and dinner.

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Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Back to Ponte Delaga for the night.

Day 6

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Ponta Delgada, Portugal

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Lagoa do Fogo, Portugal

Planned a whole day hiking the trails of Lagoa do Fogo.

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Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Day 7

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Ponta Delgada, Portugal

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Área Protegida para a Gestão de Habitats ou Espécies da Ponta do Cintrão, Portugal

We explored the northern coast, spectacular views over the cliffs. Started with Ponta do Cintrao.

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Parque Natural da Ribeira dos Caldeirões, Portugal

all the way to Parque Natural da Ribeira dos Caldeirões. Beautiful.

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Nordeste, Portugal

In the afternoon, we stopped in the village with white horses, Nordeste.

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Miradouro da Ponta do Sossego, Portugal

Stopped at this beautiful panoramic point with vies over the ocean, on the cliff.

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Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Back to Ponta Delgada for the night.

Day 8

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Ponta Delgada, Portugal

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Praia dos Moinhos, Portugal

Last day was beach day. We chose Praia dos Moinhos, one of the most beautiful beaches around, recommended by the locals. Perfect.

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Ponta Delgada, Portugal

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