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The Natural Paradise of Azores – Luxury Sailing from São Miguel

The Natural Paradise of Azores – Luxury Sailing from São Miguel

From EUR €5,500

Description

This mesmerizing journey through the Azores archipelago begins and ends in the charming city of Ponta Delgada on São Miguel Island. Sail under full sails to explore the vibrant marina of Horta on Faial Island, the serene landscapes of Graciosa Island, and the historic charm of Praia da Vitória on Terceira Island. The adventure continues to Velas on São Jorge Island, known for its dramatic cliffs and verdant beauty, before returning to São Miguel for a perfect finale. This itinerary offers a blend of natural splendor, volcanic landscapes, and unique island culture.

Trip Name
The Natural Paradise of Azores - Luxury Sailing from São Miguel
Days
8
Overview
Vessel Type: Three-mast full-rigged ship Length: 138 meters Passenger Capacity: 136 Built: 2021 Building a three-mast full-rigged ship with traditional rigging in the 21st century may seem a little unusual. For SEA CLOUD CRUISES it is a commitment to true passion for sailing. With her clear, classic line she follows the example of her elegant windjammer sisters, but goes completely new ways. An entire deck with balcony cabins, an exclusive wellness and SPA area, a fitness room with sea view, a bistro on deck as an evening alternative to “fine dining” in the restaurant – the youngest member of the SEA CLOUD family offers plenty of room for individuality in addition to genuine windjammer romance. The SEA CLOUD SPIRIT combines traditional windjammer experience with 21st century comfort with up to 136 passengers. Cabins: 69 outside cabins (22 junior and 3 owner suites with balconies) and 7 de luxe lido outside cabins with panoramic windows that can be opened Cabin equipment: Bathrobes, hair dryer, telephone, adjustable A/C, private safe, minibar, coffee machine, TV with entertainment system, WI-FI, exclusive cosmetics, dressing table, bureau Public areas: Restaurant (180° panoramic view) with free seating and one sitting, lido Bar and bistro, lounge with Steinway grand piano, library with comfortable sitting area, sun deck with sunbeds and shower, boutique, hospital, WI-FI Fitness, wellness & spa: Generous wellness and spa area with two treatment rooms, Finnish sauna, steam bath, relaxation room, multi-sensory shower as well as various massages, beauty parlour and hairdressing salon, fitness area with ocean view and the latest cardio equipment, swim platform, watersports equipment, 4 zodiacs

Itinerary



Day 1 - Day 1 | Ponta Delgada/São Miguel, Azores
Departure 7:00 pmThe lively capital of São Miguel receives its guests at the trefoil-shaped city gate and invites them in on mosaic-like cobbled pavements through narrow lanes leading to whitewashed houses with black facade decoration made from basalt. The historic old city of Ponta Delgada is covered by a preservation order. Two large lakes are picturesquely set in the crater of Sete Cidades – the sapphire blue Lagoa Azul and the emerald green Lagoa Verde. At the edge of the crater the view widens out and exposes a spectacular panorama. On one side ebony sand and by the azure Atlantic, on the other side turquoise crater lakes amidst green rolling hills and blue flowering hydrangea bushes.
Day 2 - Day 2 | Day under full sails
Climbing the rigging, untying ropes, setting sails – today is all about sailing. Time to lean back and relax in the deck chair and watch the passionate crew hoisting the sails by hand.
Day 3 - Day 3 | Horta/Faial, Azores
Arrival 8:00 am, Departure 11:00 pmEarly on, Horta linked the Old World with the New and is the most international place in the archipelago. The port is a hub of activity; almost every yacht that sails across the Atlantic makes a stop at Horta, making her famous port the world's most colorful marina. The quay walls are a kind of guest book for skippers where for centuries people have immortalised themselves with a painting or inscription. The Azores last proved their volcanic origin in 1957 when the Capelinhos volcano suddenly emerged out of the sea in an eruption. The caldera is two kilometres (1.3 miles) in diameter and Faial expanded by 2.4 square kilometres (1 square mile). Nowadays the area is a bizarrely picturesque spot.
Day 4 - Day 4 | Praia/Graciosa, Azores
Arrival 8:00 am, Departure 1:30 pmGraciosa, the second smallest island in the Azores, has the most unusual natural phenomena in the archipelago. Furna do Enxofre, the huge sulphurous cave in the dark centre of the caldera, lets you take a glimpse into the underworld. A large steaming lake, 15 metres (49 foot) deep, stretches across an 80-metre (262 foot)-high volcanic cave and is bewitchingly lit by daylight shining in. On the island's fertile soil, only slightly protected from the wind by walls of lava rubble, cereal crops, fruit and vines flourish. Red-crested windmills are now the emblem of this charming island.
Day 5 - Day 5 | Praia da Vitória/Terceira
Arrival 8:00 am, Departure 6:00 pm
Day 6 - Day 6 | Velas, São Jorge, Azores
Arrival 8:00 am, Departure 1:30 pmVelas, the charming capital of São Jorge Island in the Azores, captivates visitors with its historic architecture and scenic landscapes. The town is an ideal starting point for exploring the famous "Fajãs", flat coastal plains formed by volcanic activity. In Velas, visitors can savor traditional Azorean cuisine, renowned for its cheese and fresh seafood. Numerous hiking trails offering breathtaking views make Velas a paradise for nature lovers and adventurers.
Day 7 - Day 7 | Ponta Delgada/São Miguel, Azores
Arrival 9:00 amThe lively capital of São Miguel receives its guests at the trefoil-shaped city gate and invites them in on mosaic-like cobbled pavements through narrow lanes leading to whitewashed houses with black facade decoration made from basalt. The historic old city of Ponta Delgada is covered by a preservation order. Two large lakes are picturesquely set in the crater of Sete Cidades – the sapphire blue Lagoa Azul and the emerald green Lagoa Verde. At the edge of the crater the view widens out and exposes a spectacular panorama. On one side ebony sand and by the azure Atlantic, on the other side turquoise crater lakes amidst green rolling hills and blue flowering hydrangea bushes.
Day 8 - Day 8 | Ponta Delgada/São Miguel, Azores
Disembarkation.
Day 9 - Please note:
Itineraries are subject to change. 

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
26-07-202602-08-2026EUR €5,500Category E: Superior Cabins, Outside. From
26-07-202602-08-2026EUR €6,450Category D: De Luxe Cabins, Outside. From
26-07-202602-08-2026EUR €6,830Category F: Superior Single Cabins, Outside. From
26-07-202602-08-2026EUR €7,400Category C: De Luxe Lido Cabins, Outside. From
26-07-202602-08-2026EUR €8,730Category B: Junior Suites With Balcony. From
26-07-202602-08-2026EUR €9,870Category A: Suites With Balcony. From
02-08-202609-08-2026EUR €8,730Category B: Junior Suites With Balcony. From
02-08-202609-08-2026EUR €9,870Category A: Suites With Balcony. From
02-08-202609-08-2026EUR €5,500Category E: Superior Cabins, Outside. From
02-08-202609-08-2026EUR €6,450Category D: De Luxe Cabins, Outside. From
02-08-202609-08-2026EUR €6,830Category F: Superior Single Cabins, Outside. From
02-08-202609-08-2026EUR €7,400Category C: De Luxe Lido Cabins, Outside. From

Inclusions

    • Seafaring art on the quay walls: Horta, the most colorful marina in the world.
    • The fascinating nature of the Azores: deep volcanic craters, rocky cliffs and mystic forests.
    • Ponta Delgada: a charming capital and the gateway to the dramatic volcanic landscape of the Azores.

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