São Miguel & Terceira: Classic Multi-Island

The Azores Getaways São Miguel & Terceira Classic Multi-Island package includes round-trip flights, 6 nights of hotel accommodation (3 Terceira, 3 São Miguel), an inter-island flight from Terceira to São Miguel of approximately 40 minutes, and all taxes and fees related to the booking. Breakfast depends on the hotel selected. Transfers, other meals, rental car, tours, and city taxes are not included.

After 3 nights on Terceira, you fly from Lajes Airport to São Miguel on a short inter-island flight of about 40 minutes, which is included. Airport transfers are not included, so you can take a taxi between your hotels and the airports, or ask the Azores Getaways team to add transfers when you book. The Azores Getaways team confirms all flight times before you travel.

A rental car is not included in this package, and neither are airport transfers. Both can be added as paid extras: contact the Azores Getaways team when booking. Ride-sharing apps are not available in the Azores, but taxis are available on every island except Corvo. Without a car, guided tours with hotel pick-up are the easiest way to reach Algar do Carvão on Terceira and Sete Cidades, Furnas and Lagoa do Fogo on São Miguel.

Yes. A rental car can be arranged on either or both islands as a paid add-on. On Terceira, a car gives you the freedom to reach Monte Brasil, Serra do Cume, and Algar do Carvão at your own pace. On São Miguel, a car opens up Sete Cidades, Furnas, the Nordeste coast, and Lagoa do Fogo. 

You can book your São Miguel & Terceira package with a car here.

On both islands, most of the main sights are outside the town centers and need transport. Ride-sharing apps are not available in the Azores, but taxis are available on every island except Corvo, so you can take a taxi from your hotel on Terceira and São Miguel. Public buses run but are infrequent and do not reach most sights. Guided tours with hotel pick-up are the most practical option if you prefer not to drive, and the Azores Getaways team can book them for your dates.

No. Airport transfers are not included in this package. Ride-sharing apps are not available in the Azores, but taxis are available on every island except Corvo, including at the airports on Terceira and São Miguel. If you prefer to be met when you land, the Azores Getaways team can add airport transfers on both islands when you book.

The package includes 3 to 4-star hotels, with upgrades available. All properties are in or near the city center, with at most a light walk to the main sights. In Terceira, options include the Palacio de Santa Catarina and Azores Book Hotel, both in or near Angra do Heroísmo. In São Miguel, all properties are centrally located in Ponta Delgada. The package price varies depending on the hotel selected. Exact options are shown when you click a date in the booking calendar.

Breakfast depends on the hotel. Some hotels in this package include daily breakfast and others do not. When you choose your dates in the booking calendar, each hotel option shows whether breakfast is included. If your hotel does not include it, breakfast can often be added during the booking process, or the Azores Getaways team can help you choose a hotel with breakfast on both islands.

No. City taxes are not included and are paid directly at each hotel.

The Algar do Carvão is a volcanic lava tube and chimney on Terceira, formed over 3,200 years ago. You descend 90 metres through tunnels and staircases into the cave, where volcanic rock formations and underground pools have been preserved exactly as they were formed. It is one of the few lava tube chimneys in the world open to visitors. Advance booking is required as the site has limited daily capacity. The Azores Getaways team can arrange tickets as part of your itinerary before departure.

Terceira is quieter, more historically intact, and less visited than São Miguel. Angra do Heroísmo is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with Renaissance-era streets, churches, and fortifications built when the Azores were a key stop on Atlantic trade routes. The island has fewer tourists, a slower pace, and a culture that has been less affected by mass tourism than São Miguel. Most visitors who spend time on Terceira say it was the part of the trip they did not expect to enjoy as much as they did.

Yes. The Azores Getaways team can add nights on either island, include Pico, Faial, São Jorge, or other islands, or adjust the itinerary. A popular extension is adding 2 nights on Faial for the Capelinhos Volcano and Horta Marina, reachable by ferry from Pico. Contact the team with your preferred dates and we will put together a combined proposal and send it by email.

No. All tours and excursions are optional and at additional cost. On Terceira, popular add-ons include a full-day island tour with the Algar do Carvão, an Angra do Heroísmo city walking tour, and a dairy farm visit. On São Miguel, popular add-ons include a full-day Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo tour, a Furnas night thermal bath dinner, and a whale watching catamaran. The Azores Getaways team can recommend and book the right tours for your travel dates.

Both islands can be visited year-round. Spring (April to June) offers mild temperatures around 17°C to 20°C (63°F to 68°F), lush green landscapes, and good conditions for sightseeing. Summer (July to August) reaches 22°C to 25°C (72°F to 77°F), the warmest and sunniest period, best for whale watching and outdoor activities. Autumn (September to October) stays warm at 20°C to 23°C (68°F to 73°F), quieter and excellent value. Winter (November to March) averages 14°C to 17°C (57°F to 63°F), the quietest and most affordable period.

Yes. The package price is based on two travelers sharing a room. A single supplement applies for solo travelers. You can check solo pricing by changing the number of guests from 2 to 1 in the booking calendar before clicking See Dates and Prices. Contact the Azores Getaways team directly and we will make it easy.

The Azores are part of Portugal, a safe and well-visited destination with no active conflicts and not affected by the current conflicts in Europe or elsewhere. US and Canadian passport holders do not currently need a visa for stays of up to 90 days. Your passport should be valid for at least six months beyond your return date. ETIAS is not yet mandatory. When it becomes mandatory, the Azores Getaways team will notify you in advance. 

The land portion of your package is refundable if cancelled at least 14 days before your travel date. Airfare is non-refundable from the moment it is issued. Travel insurance with cancellation cover is strongly recommended for a multi-island trip.

 For general support, contact the Azores Getaways team at our regular number, available every day from 4:00 AM to 8:00 PM Eastern Time. Outside office hours, an emergency number is provided in your trip documents. For local emergencies in the Azores, dial 112.