Crystal Coasts
Nine days across São Miguel and Pico: crater lakes, whale watching and volcanic hot springs, in a group of no more than twelve.
DURATION
9 days · 8 nights
GROUP SIZE
Max 12
FROM
R45,000 pps
SINGLE SUPP.SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
R9,800
OVERVIEW
Mid-Atlantic, unhurried
The Azores sit alone in the Atlantic, a chain of volcanic islands where hydrangea hedges line the roads and the sea is never far away. This journey follows the best of São Miguel and Pico at a pace that leaves time to swim, taste and simply look.
You'll walk the rims of crater lakes, cook with a local family, head out with marine biologists to find whales and dolphins, and soak in thermal pools warmed by the earth itself. Every night is in a small, characterful stay chosen by our team.
Moments on this journey
WALK
Crater rims at Sete Cidades
A morning walk above twin lakes, one blue, one green.
FOOD
Cozido from the ground
Lunch slow-cooked in volcanic earth at Furnas.
WILDLIFE
Whales off Pico
Out at dawn with marine biologists to find sperm whales.
WELLNESS
Thermal pools at Terra Nostra
An evening soak in iron-rich, 38°C water.
The itinerary
Meet your host at the airport and settle into your hotel in the old town. Welcome dinner by the harbour.
Dinner
Departures
School hols · SA public school holidaysWhat's included
Included
- 8 nights in boutique stays
- Daily breakfast, 5 lunches and 4 dinners
- Inter-island flight São Miguel – Pico
- Whale-watching trip with marine biologists
- All guided walks and entrance fees
- Your Collective host throughout
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure
Not included
- International flights from South Africa
- Schengen visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Drinks and meals not listed
- Gratuities
Visas: South African passport holders need a Schengen visa for Portugal. Apply 6–8 weeks before travel; we'll send a supporting letter and help with the paperwork.
Where you'll stay
Casa das Portas do Mar
Ponta Delgada · 3 nights · Boutique townhouse
Quinta da Furna
Furnas · 2 nights · Country estate
Adega do Pico
Madalena, Pico · 3 nights · Vineyard lodge
