School Geography Trips to The Azores

Welcome to the other Eden - that's now quieter than ever

A rumbling mass of beauty and volcanic galore
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A far-flung archipelago of green-coated calderas, forest-ringed lakes and steaming fumaroles, the Azores is a rare mass of beauty. Already somewhat untouched, these other-worldly islands are even quieter now.

We know things are still a little different right now, but our levels of support and safety haven’t changed meaning you’re in safe hands So, now’s the time to start planning the perfect trip that takes in some of the best bits of the Azores.

  • The beautiful skies of the Azores on a Geography School Trip
  • Blue hydrangeas in foreground with Lagoa Azul & Verde in background

Excursions in Azores

Browse a selection of our favourite excursions

Arruda Pineapple Plant...

Arruda Pineapple Plantation

Lagoa das Furnas Fumar...

Lagoa das Furnas Fumaroles

Furnas Valley

Furnas Valley

Sete Cidades

Sete Cidades

Gorreana Tea Plantation

Gorreana Tea Plantation

Vulcanological & Geoth...

Vulcanological & Geothermal Observatory

Lagoa do Fogo & Caldei...

Lagoa do Fogo

Accommodation

Popular places to stay in Azores

  • 4-star hotel located based near the centre of Ponta Delgada
  • Close to the Botanical Gardens
  • Indoor and outdoor pools
  • Wi-Fi
  • Indoor and outdoor pools
  • Fitness club with sauna and hot tub
  • Restaurant and bar
  • Games room
  • Gift shop
  • Wi-Fi
  • Go for a swim in one of the pools
  • Relax in the games room or peruse the gift shop
  • Enjoy the facilities at the fitness club
  • Go sightseeing in the centre of Ponta Delgada
  • Visit the city’s Botanical Gardens
  • Located in Ponta Delgada
  • Just 3.1 miles from Milicias Ocean Beach
  • Outdoor pool and sun deck
  • Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor pool and sun deck
  • Restaurant and bar
  • Games room
  • Pool table
  • Gift shop
  • Wi-Fi
  • Go for a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Relax on the sun deck
  • Enjoy the games room or play a game of pool
  • Peruse the gift shop
  • Head out to Milicias Ocean Beach
  • Centrally located in Ponta Delgada
  • Just a 15-20 minute walk to the beach
  • Terrace and garden
  • Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant and bar
  • Terrace and garden
  • Communal lounge and TV area
  • Games room
  • Private and shared bathroom facilities
  • Wi-Fi
  • Relax in the garden
  • Chill out in the games room or the TV lounge area
  • Take a stroll to the beach
  • Go sightseeing in the centre of Ponta Delgada

Curriculum Information

Perfect for all ages and stages of secondary education

  • Curricular Links
    • Changing Places
    • Climate Change
    • Coastal Systems & Landscapes
    • Ecosystems & Biodiversity
    • Environmental Changes
    • Geographical Skills
    • Global Governance
    • Globalisation & Global Systems
    • Marine Environments
    • Natural Hazards
    • Plate Tectonics
    • Resource Management
    • Tectonic Processes, Landscapes & Hazards
    • Tourism
    • Water & Carbon Cycles
    • Weather & Climate

Additional Information

Your journey doesn’t have to end here! See what else we can offer to help you get the most out of your tour. From expert Field Study Tutors to our award-winning study resources, we’ll go above and beyond to support you and your students.

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Real experiences

Why schools choose us

I would just like to personally thank you for being so helpful and clear at a time when everything is so unclear. It’s truly been such a pleasure to work with you.

Katie Emanuel

We really appreciate all your time and effort this year and the support your company has given to our school.

Richard Lander, Cornwall School

Thank you so much for working so hard for us – we hope to start planning our next tour soon!

Lucy Kitchener, Mount St Mary's College

FAQs about this tour

Find the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.

  • What is the FCO advice in regards to safe air travel?

    The FCO have provided guidelines on how you can travel safely in airports and on aircrafts at this time. Airports and airlines are committed to making your journey as safe as possible. You can read their guidance here.

  • Is insurance included with my trip?

    Yes, insurance will be included in your trip quotation as standard unless it is requested not to be. Make sure you check the list of inclusions in your quotation and/or confirmation.

The beautiful skies of the Azores on a Geography School Trip

Travel in safe hands

Your safety is of the utmost importance to us and we monitor the safety aspects of all of our tours to ensure you have a memorable experience for all the right reasons.

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