Azores: Terceira – Graciosa – Faial – São Miguel

Five nights sailing past four islands of the Azores: from Terceira to Graciosa and Horta on Faial, then the long leg to São Miguel. Volcanoes, white villages and open ocean, on board the Santa Maria Manuela.

THE TRIP AT A GLANCE

Route: Angra do Heroísmo (Terceira) – Graciosa – Horta (Faial) – Ponta Delgada (São Miguel)
Departure: Tuesday 31 August 2027, Angra do Heroísmo, Terceira (Azores)
Arrival: Sunday 5 September 2027, Ponta Delgada, São Miguel (Azores)
Duration: 5 nights
Ship: Santa Maria Manuela, four-masted schooner from 1937

Prices per person

Berth in a shared cabin (bunk): € 1,400
Bunk-bed cabin, per person sharing: € 1,600
Double-bed cabin, per person sharing: € 2,075

Lowest price from € 1,400 per person for a berth in a shared cabin. A cabin for yourself, a master cabin or a family cabin for three to four people is also possible; ask us for the price.

FOUR ISLANDS IN ONE VOYAGE

The last Azores voyage of the season shows the great variety of the archipelago: quiet, white Graciosa, the sailors' island of Faial and green São Miguel.

Between Horta and São Miguel comes a longer leg on open water, with a chance of dolphins and sperm whales.

THE ROUTE

Terceira

Arrive a little early to explore Angra do Heroísmo, then board.

Graciosa

The "white island", with gentle hills and white villages. Visit the caldeira and Furna do Enxofre, a volcanic cave with an underground lake, or swim in the natural pools.

Horta

On Faial: walk along the marina with the murals of ocean sailors and have a drink at Peter Café Sport.

São Miguel

The long leg to the largest island. Stay after the voyage for Sete Cidades, the hot springs of Furnas and the green interior.

EXTRA INFORMATION

LIFE ON BOARD

The Santa Maria Manuela is a 68-metre steel four-masted schooner, built in 1937 for the Portuguese cod fishery off Newfoundland and Greenland, the famous White Fleet. After a thorough restoration she has been sailing again since 2010, now with guests. Every cabin has its own bathroom with shower: shared cabins with bunks for four to six people (separate for men and women), cabins with a bunk bed or a double bed, and spacious master cabins for two to four people. A permanent crew sails the ship; you are always welcome to help, but you do not have to. You can help hoist and trim the sails, take the helm, learn knots or climb the mast under supervision. If you prefer to rest, find a spot on deck or in the bowsprit net. Meals are provided on board and eaten together.

WHO IS THIS VOYAGE FOR

For those who want to experience the variety of the Azores, with both island visits and real sea days.

GOOD TO KNOW

• Route and time ashore depend on wind and sea.
• The Azores have direct flights to Lisbon and, in season, to other European cities.
• No sailing experience is needed; the crew explains everything.
• The ship sails under the Portuguese flag and the language on board is English.
• Travel insurance covering medical costs and repatriation is required; cancellation insurance is recommended.
• Travel to the port of departure and home from the port of arrival is not included.
• Ideally arrive a day before departure: the ship cannot wait for late arrivals.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Will I definitely see whales?

There is a good chance of dolphins and sperm whales, but there are no guarantees.

Where does the voyage end?

In Ponta Delgada on São Miguel, with flights to Lisbon and beyond.

Do I have to help with the sailing?

No. Help is welcome but never compulsory; the permanent crew sails the ship.

Does every cabin have its own bathroom?

Yes. All cabins on board, including the shared cabins, have their own bathroom with shower.

How do I book this trip?

Send us a request through the booking form on this page. Together we will check availability, your choice of cabin and the next steps.

The trip description and route are indicative. The programme depends on weather, wind and sea conditions; the captain has the final say on the route and ports.

All services that make up your trip are provided by independent suppliers. When you book, you enter into a contract directly with the supplier, the ship, under the booking conditions of that ship. As an agent, our service consists of promoting the trips offered by the supplier and acting as a facilitator in obtaining a booking agreement between the customer and the supplier. In doing so, we are always at your disposal with our experience and service.

The Tall Ship Santa Maria Manuela is a four-mast sailing ship built in 1937. This sailingship has a rich history as a cod fishing vessel and sailed mainly in the northern Atlantic ocean. Today you can sail on a cruise in modern comfort. The ship has been thoroughly restored in 2010 thanks to its new owner, the Portuguese group Grupo Jerónimo Martins. With a capacity of up to 50 guests, the sailing ship offers wonderful sailing trips worldwide.