Tar Heel Travel
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Portugal awaits on this unforgettable 11–night adventure to Lisbon and the enigmatic Azores Islands. Stay for two nights in Lisbon and see the city highlights. Then fly to the remote, pristine Azores archipelago to witness breathtaking vistas and natural wonders on four volcanic islands. Admire Terceira’s colonial architecture, visit traditional villages and explore a volcanic lava tube.
On Faial, visit the Capelinhos volcano interpretation center and the Caldeira Velha nature reserve, and admire the majestic Pico Mountain. Ferry over to Pico to encounter vineyards growing in lava rock and visit the Whalers Museum. In São Miguel, thrill to a whale–watching excursion, visit Laga do Fogo’s magnificent crater, take a jeep to witness the crater lake–of–two–colors and Caldeira Velha’s warm iron waterfall. Enjoy a tea factory tour and tasting, stroll magical botanical gardens and delight in a folklore performance. Plus, savor stew cooked in hot lava rock and participate in an experiential farmhouse dinner! This active small–group program features experienced guides and lecturers, first–class hotels and a generous meal plan.
Day 2 - Lisbon, Portugal
Day 3 - Lisbon
Day 4 - Lisbon | Terceira Island
Day 5 - Terceira Island
Day 6 - Terceira Island | Faial Island
Day 7 - Faial Island | Pico Island
Day 8 - Faial Island | Sao Miguel Island
Day 9 - Sao Miguel Island
Day 10 - Sao Miguel Island
Day 11 - Sao Miguel Island
Day 12 - Depart for home city
Base Price: From $6,045*, per person, based on double occupancy
- Airfare additional
Discounts available:
- Save $250 per person with Special Savings*, through July 8, 2025
- Save $500 person with Full Payment Discount*, through Jan. 11, 2026
- *Must pay in full at the time of booking to receive discount
Inclusions:
- 2 nights in Lisbon at the Dom Pedro Lisboa, 2 nights in Angra do Heroismo, Terceira the Azoris Angra Garden, 2 nights in Horta, Faial at the Azoris Faial Garden and 4 nights in Ponta Delgada, São Miguel at the Octant Ponta Delgada.
- 10 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 3 dinners, including Welcome and Farewell Dinners; tea or coffee with all meals, plus wine with dinner.
- See cobranded web page for details and brochure.
- Tar Heel Travel is a member exclusive perk.
- There must be one Carolina Alumni member in a room. Membership is open to anyone. Learn more.
- By reserving on this tour, you agree to the terms and conditions specific to this tour which are set by the tour operator. This information can be found in the tour brochure.
- The Carolina Alumni Travel Office and tour operator reserve the right to to decline or accept a reservation should a person's health, mental condition, physical infirmity or attitude jeopardize the operation of the tour or the rights, welfare, or enjoyment of other participants. Refunds will be made in accordance with the cancellation policy listed in the tour brochure.
- Please contact us if you have questions about this trip or group travel. We're happy to help in any way we can.
- Phone: 877.962.3980 (If we are unable to answer your call, please leave a detailed message with your name, phone number and email.)
- Email: travel@unc.edu
- All inquiries and room requests are answered in the order in which they are received.
- If you are ready to request a reservation, please submit your reservation request form.
- If you wish us to hold a room for 2 business days, please send us the passenger's names, address, phone number and email. This information must be provided in order to hold a room.