The Azores Revealed: Exploring by Expedition Cruise

Set in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, the Azores are a world apart—nine volcanic islands that blend dramatic landscapes, vibrant traditions and extraordinary marine life. On the eight-day Islands of the Azores: Basalt Peaks to Volcanic Vineyards with National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions, travelers can explore this enchanting archipelago in depth, on an expedition cruise that visits seven islands, revealing the full spectrum of the archipelago’s natural beauty and rich culture. 

From the gem-like crater lakes of São Miguel to the volcanic vineyards of Pico and the tea plantations of São Jorge, each stop reveals a different facet of Azorean life. Offshore, the nutrient-rich waters harbor an incredible diversity of marine mammals, including sperm whales, bottlenose dolphins and, in the spring, migrating fin whales. Voyages are led by a team of naturalists, cultural specialists and a National Geographic photographer who infuse every experience with expert insights.  

Travelers will journey aboard the 102-guest National Geographic Orion—purpose-built for discovery, with a shallow draft that allows access to lesser-visited ports, and an open Bridge policy that invites guests to learn about navigation firsthand. Locally inspired cuisine is served in the dining room or at the open-air café, and guests can take in sweeping views of the archipelago’s volcanic cliffs and emerald peaks from spacious decks, the soothing sauna or the top-deck plunge pool. 

This voyage offers the chance to experience the Azores in a way few travelers ever do—through intimate encounters with its landscapes, culture and wildlife. Read more why this captivating archipelago should be a must-visit destination for your clients. 

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