The Azores: Artisanal Coffee & Cheese Route
Discover the secrets of São Jorge Cheese & Coffee and delight yourself with the flavors and landscapes of the island!
What's Included?
Why we love this deal:
- This travel package saves you the stress of planning everything yourself. Simply pack your bags, and don't forget to bring your adventurous spirit;
- This travel package is the perfect excuse to finally visit São Jorge Island, described by visitors as one of the most beautiful islands in the Azores;
- Breakfast may be included during your stay, depending on the accommodation selected;
- This travel package also includes 2 experiences where you will learn all about the famous São Jorge cheese. This particular experience also includes a visit to a milking area, the entrance to the Queijaria Canada, and the UNIQUEIJO Factory;
- This travel package also includes a coffee tour-route, so that you can learn all the details about this fascinating artisanal production;
- You can customize your trip itinerary as you wish, adding more nights to your stay, more experiences, or a car rental to make your trip even more special;
- You will not have to worry about anything, because we have taken care of everything for you.
Flexibility Policy
About the Destination:
São Jorge may be a small Azores Island, but its shape is one of the most iconic of all the islands: São Jorge Island has 53 km of length and 8 km of width. It is home to over 9,000 inhabitants (2011 data), and São Jorge Island’s scenery is dramatically beautiful, filled with mountains that tumble into deep ravines, as well as rocky cliffs, crater lakes, and unique fajãs (plains formed by lava flow). These fajãs are rare wonders especially emblematic of this Azores Island, and they make for the perfect, idyllic places to rest and connect with the abundance of Azores' nature that surrounds you on all sides. Favorites of both visitors and locals alike are the Fajã dos Cubres, which is accessible by car, and the Fajã do Santo Cristo, which is only reachable by foot or moto. Both destinations are incredibly gorgeous.
The fertile brown soil and dark rock striations in the island lend it its nickname, and this Azores island is a particular favorite among those who love the outdoors and adventure enthusiasts. You can do everything here, from mountain biking to canyoning, hiking, canoeing and spelunking. Of course, no visit to São Jorge is complete without a stop at the island’s cheese factory, where they produce the famed Queijo São Jorge, a robust, aged cheese characterized by its spicy, tangy flavor.
Check out our Azores Travel Guide for more informations and tips.