Travel and transport agencies The Azores

Located just opposite the Santa Cruz airport, this friendly local agency offers a variety of tourist excursions on the island, as well as excursions to Corvo. These start with a visit to the caves around Flores Island and are accompanied by a guide. The agency also offers a whole range of other activities, from canyoning and yoga sessions to massages and a shuttle service to take you to your hotel, the airport or the natural site of your choice, ideal if you don't have a car.

In association with the Intermèdes agency, Terre Entière offers pilgrimages and spiritual itineraries to the most important sites in the Christian tradition. The pilgrimages are accompanied by experienced religious who will help you experience a spiritual itinerary in a spirit of openness. Groups are limited to 25 participants.

Accompanied and advised by one of these passionate experts, true specialists in travel in France and abroad, you will build together the "trip of your dreams" and discover secret addresses and off-the-beaten-track experiences during tailor-made itineraries. Your consultant will welcome you in the agency's "Travel Space": a cosy lounge with a large screen projection of the essential stages of your future trip, to meet your expectations, and even beyond, and create a truly authentic tailor-made trip!

La Balaguère is an agency specialized in walking and cycling trips. It offers trips with or without a guide, for families or small groups, for all levels, from beginners to experienced walkers. She takes you to the end of the world, but also (and especially!) in the Gers. Her stay "Between culture and gastronomy, happiness is in the Gers" mixes 3 hours of walking daily and visits of cultural and patrimonial sites : Flaran Abbey and Valence-sur-Baïse, Auch, Larressingle and Condom, Gondrin and the hills of Armagnac.

For more than 30 years, they have been specialists in accompanying people on trips and hikes throughout France and further afield, and on the road to Santiago de Compostela. They offer tailor-made formulas, whether you are on foot, by bike, in a minibus or with your family, depending on the length of your journey and your budget. In partnership with all the local actors, including high comfort hotels and quality guest houses. We also provide luggage transportation from one stage to another. Leave in complete freedom.

Aquarev now offers just one type of holiday in Malaysia, but not the least enjoyable. For 11 days, you'll set off for Layang-Layang Island, 1 hour from Kota-Kinabalu. Here you can observe fascinating marine flora and fauna: hammerhead sharks, schools of barracudas, turtles, spotted and manta rays, ghost pipefish and a collection of magnificent nudibranchs. Diving is provided by a PADI center, and many other activities are on the program: swimming, birdwatching, kayaking, windsurfing and cycling.

This agency was founded by António Pedroso, who previously managed the São Jorge Hotel. Here you can book your plane or boat tickets. You can also take guided hikes and a day trip around the island. António has also set up his house, the Casa do António, to receive travelers. By using this agency, you are sure to discover the secrets of São Jorge Island. Antonio and his team will make you discover these lands as you would not have imagined. Serious and professional.

Portuguese travel agency with extensive knowledge of the region. It offers several excursions to the Azores, and to São Miguel in particular. Among them: the À descoberta da Ilha Verde program offers a discovery of São Miguel's must-sees, from the sublime lagoons of Sete Cidades to the bubbling Furnas Valley. The agency also offers holidays that combine visits to São Miguel and other islands, as well as themed holidays to celebrate New Year's Eve, for example. For information and bookings on arrival or online.

This is one of three bus companies operating on São Miguel. Departures to the west of the island. Weekdays to Sete Cidades, five departures a day, and four returns. Several daily departures to Mosteiros (seven weekdays, five Saturdays and four Sundays), to Ramal dos Mosteiros, to João Bom, to Fenais da Luz, to Capelas (19 weekdays, 12 Saturdays and seven Sundays), to Santo António (16 weekdays, 11 Saturdays and six Sundays), and to Relva (25 weekdays, 11 Saturdays and six Sundays). Alternative to car rental.

A small airport, like almost all the islands of the archipelago, but an airport nevertheless! In winter (and even sometimes in summer), it is not uncommon for planes to be unable to land or take off because of the wind. It is possible to be stuck on the island for a few days: the record is five days, but in general two days of waiting are not impossible. Above all, don't complain, these small problems will make good memories later. The few shopkeepers in the hall live to the rhythm of arrivals and departures and open according to that.

Correspondent of Avis and Europcar, Ilha Verde is a serious company established on all the islands except Corvo and Graciosa. Renting with this agency is an extremely rare practice and will facilitate the process if you plan to travel to several islands in the Azores and move around by car. The A category generally corresponds to a Renault Twingo. As for the other categories, you will have the choice between Nissan Qashqai, Ford Focus, Renault Capture... Minibuses or 4x4 vehicles can also be rented. All with unlimited mileage.

In high season, count € 22 per day + € 0,22 per km or € 40 per km unlimited for a category A (Seat Arosa).

Ilha do Sol is a small company offering car rentals only on the island of Santa Maria. Their fleet is relatively small, so you will need to do it in advance if you want to rent a vehicle from this agency (especially if you plan to go to the Azores during the summer period, i.e. in July and August). The company also offers scooters and motorcycles, other pleasant solutions to discover the island if you are a little adventurous and if you like two-wheel escapades.

Small airport on the island of Santa Maria. You'll land in the main town, at Vila do Porto. So it's easy to get to the city center. Likewise, on the day of departure, there's no need to leave hours in advance, as the airport is only a few minutes from town. There are a number of amenities in the concourse, including car rental. The airport is bustling with arrivals and departures. Once you've disembarked, you'll be immediately immersed in the atmosphere of Santa Maria, where everything is small and simple.

Connections include Lisbon and Porto, and most of the islands of the archipelago. Lajes is the former major US base, which has been somewhat sidelined in recent years, even though the "coalition" of Americans, British and Spanish met here on March 16 and 17, 2003 to discuss the "Iraq affair", just before deciding to bomb Baghdad. The best way to get to the airport from downtown Angra is by cab. You can also leave your rental car here, as there are numerous car rental agencies.

Graciosa airport (or rather aerodrome!) is very small, but large enough to accommodate the regular flights of the local Azorean airline SATA. Don't be frightened when you see the runway from the window - the pilots are used to it. The arrivals and departures hall does house a couple of car rental stands. The airport is just 2 km from the island's main town, Santa Cruz de Graciosa. So you're within easy reach of all amenities, and on the day of departure, you'll be at the airfield in no time!

From France, SATA Azores Airlines only flies to Ponta Delgada (by direct flight or via Lisbon or Porto): you'll then need to take another inter-island flight to Faial (Horta). From Ponta Delgada, it's about a 1-hour flight to Faial. The route operates several times a day, depending on the season, and it's even possible to make the round trip in the same day. Please note that flights can be disrupted by the sometimes capricious weather conditions in the Azores.

TAP Air Portugal is one of the airlines that can take you to the Azores from Paris, Lyon, Nantes, Bordeaux, Toulouse, Marseille or Nice. After a stopover in Ponta Delgada (on the island of São Miguel), you'll land in Lajes, on the island of Terceira. You can then fly to other islands with SATA Azores Airlines, which has a monopoly on inter-island flights in the archipelago. Inter-island connections are relatively good, but flights can be cancelled or delayed due to the sometimes capricious weather conditions in the Azores.

Trusted agency with over 15 years' experience in the tourism sector and a modern, well-equipped fleet. Cars of all types are available, including 9-seater minibuses and scooters. Oasis has offices in São Roque, Madalena and the Horta ferry terminal on the island of Faial. Its fleet also covers the islands of São Jorge and Terceira. Renting a car in Pico is definitely the best option for discovering the island in every detail. You'll be free and independent!

This bus company operates from Ponta Delgada to the north of the island. There are numerous options for Ribeira Grande and Rabo de Peixe. To Maia, seven departures a day on weekdays and four to five departures at weekends. For Furnas, two departures daily (morning and afternoon) via the north coast. For Nordeste, four departures a day on weekdays, two on Saturday and Sunday. For Fenais da Ajuda, four departures during the week and two or three at weekends.

This is the third bus company operating in São Miguel. From Ponta Delgada, there are numerous departures to Fajã de Baixo, Fajã de Cima, Lagoa and Vila Franca do Campo. For Remédios, the bus passes through Lagoa; count nine departures on weekdays and two or three on Saturdays and Sundays. For Ribeira Chã, two departures a day on weekdays only. For Povoção, five departures on weekdays and two at weekends. Buses also run to Água Retorta from Povoção and Ribeira Quente from Furnas. Convenient for car-free travel.

Turangra is a travel agency specializing in local tours. It organizes nature or sea excursions, and tours around each of the archipelago's islands with a variety of activities (hiking, canyoning, canoeing, bike or jeep tours...). A serious and highly recommended agency for your outings in the Azores. The practical website also lets you book hotels on all the islands (or make combinations) and rent vehicles. Requests and quotes can be made online.

Serious agency that offers in particular the rental of bicycles, electric bicycles, scooters and motorcycles. But not only.... ANC also specialises in car (and van) rental. The fleet is new and very well maintained. The rates are quite reasonable. The company can also manage your transfers to and from Ponta Delgada airport, offer you accommodation options and finally organise excursions throughout the island. Day or half-day buggy rides are a must!

Correspondent of Avis and Europcar, Ilha Verde is a serious company established on all the islands except Corvo and Graciosa. Renting with this agency is an extremely rare practice and will facilitate the process if you plan to travel to several islands in the Azores and move around by car. The A category generally corresponds to a Renault Twingo. As for the other categories, you will have the choice between Nissan Qashqai, Ford Focus, Renault Capture... Minibuses or 4x4 vehicles can also be rented. All with unlimited mileage.

From France, the SATA flight to the Azores is only to Ponta Delgada (often via Lisbon or Porto): you'll then need to take another inter-island flight to Pico. From Ponta Delgada, it's about a 50-minute flight to Pico (non-stop). The route operates several times a week, depending on the season, but you can't make the round trip in a day. Please note that flights can be disrupted by the sometimes capricious weather conditions in the Azores.

Terceira is linked to the USA, Canada, Madeira, Portugal and other European countries by SATA Azores Airlines, which also has a monopoly on inter-island connections. From France, however, you can only fly to the Azores from Ponta Delgada: you'll then need to take another flight to Terceira. Terceira has direct flights to all the other islands in the archipelago, except Santa Maria and Corvo. Inter-island flights can be disrupted by the sometimes capricious weather conditions in the Azores.

Free internet access to the municipal library (Rua Gonçalves Madruga), it is only right to register by presenting his passport. Open in week only, from a. m. to p. m. and from p. m. to p. m.

Correspondent of Avis and Europcar, Ilha Verde is a serious company established on all the islands except Corvo and Graciosa. Renting with this agency is an extremely rare practice and will facilitate the process if you plan to travel to several islands in the Azores and move around by car. The A category generally corresponds to a Renault Twingo. As for the other categories, you will have the choice between Nissan Qashqai, Ford Focus, Renault Capture... Minibuses or 4x4 vehicles can also be rented. All with unlimited mileage.

The first studies were carried out in 1946 and it was only on 5 May 1976 that the airstrip and terminal building began to be built on the island of Pico, under the initiative of the Portuguese army, but under the administration of the Regional Government of the Azores. Today, Pico Airport's recent infrastructure allows it to fully embrace the modern tourist era. On site: car rental companies, ATMs, snack bars, souvenir shops... A "real" little airport!

The Atlanticoline shipping company operates year-round services between Flores and Corvo. The minimum frequency in winter is two round trips a day, two days a week (usually Tuesday and Saturday), except in the event of very bad weather. The journey takes around 40 minutes. This is the pink line (timetables available on the website). For several years now, Atlanticoline has no longer linked the Western Group to the Central Group by ferry. If you want to reach an island other than Corvo, you have no choice but to fly.

From France, SATA Azores Airlines flies direct to the Azores only to Ponta Delgada. To get to the other islands, you'll need to either take an inter-island flight from Ponta Delgada, or fly via Lisbon or Porto to the other islands. Inter-island passes available at reduced rates. For travel to and within the archipelago, visit the airline's website. Please note that flights to the Azores are always highly dependent on weather conditions. It is sometimes impossible to take off!

Very good company on the island of Graciosa. The prices are competitive. There are various rental options available to you: limited mileage or unlimited mileage. Prices are decreasing according to the duration of your rental. The agency also offers bike rental, a fun way to discover Graciosa in a different and more relaxed way. Finally, you can discover the island by motorcycle, scooter or motorcycle.

From France, SATA Azores Airlines only flies to Ponta Delgada (often via Lisbon or Porto): you'll then need to take another inter-island flight to Graciosa. This route is operated several times a week, most of the time with a stopover; direct flights are few and far between. Please note that flights can be disrupted by the sometimes capricious weather conditions in the Azores. You won't always be sure of taking off!

Rental of mountain bikes and scooters at prices that vary according to model and rental period. Unlimited mileage. Rental conditions are as follows: minimum one-day rental, minimum age required: 14 for the bike and 18 for the scooter. Here's another way to discover the jewels of São Miguel. On a two-wheeler, you'll have absolute freedom to explore the roads, tracks and breathtaking vistas around the island. A wonderful adventure awaits you. We recommend booking in advance, especially in high season.

Teles Travel was the first travel agency to set up in the Azores about half a century ago. Today it is a major player in tourism in the Azores. The team is committed to providing excellent service to tourists: proximity, competence, team spirit, dynamism, passion and integrity. You will be able to make various excursions and discover Terceira: visit Angra do Heroísmo, the Algar do Carvao cave, climb Monte Brasil... The options are endless! A serious and friendly agency.

From France, SATA Azores Airlines only flies to Ponta Delgada (direct or via Lisbon or Porto). You will then need to take another inter-island flight to reach São Jorge. From Ponta Delgada, it's about a 1-hour flight to São Jorge (direct flight). The route is operated several times a day, depending on the season, and it is now possible to make the round trip during the day. Flights can be disrupted by the sometimes capricious weather conditions in the Azores.

The Travel Agency at Horse is specialized in horse riding in France and around the world, with the specific local relationship, respect for the environment and horse. Always looking for novelties, in all disciplines and for all ages, the Credo of the agency is to «respond to the wishes of the riders to make their equestrian hike an unforgettable experience». The agency offers a dozen equestrian hikes in Iceland, as well as a permanent commitment to responsible tourism and environmental preservation. Three words: authenticity, breathtaking landscapes, horse freedom.

The Varela bus service makes it easy to reach the surrounding area. You will find the exact schedules at the tourist office in Furnas.

For Ribeira Quente and its beach: Monday to Friday, three to six departures per day depending on the period (school holidays or not); on weekends and public holidays, two to three departures, between and. In the other direction, even number of departures per day than above, with slightly different timetables.

For Povaoção, many departures in the week, the first at p. m., the last at 18 p. m. (20 p. m. on Friday); during school holidays, a little fewer, but enough to plan a trip; Saturday, three departures (first at pm). Sunday, two departures but not always.

In the other direction, first departure in the week at 6 p. m., last at 18 p. m.; during school holidays, last return to 17 p. m.; on Saturday and Sunday, substantially the same conditions.

This journey can interest those who reside in Furnas and want to visit the Povoação region a little better, or those staying at Hotel do Mar in Povoação and want to spend a day at Furnas Lake, for example.

Although it is not difficult to find your way around with buses in São Jorge, we invite you to get the four-line timetables from the Velas Tourist Office or from the Velas and Calheta tourist information kiosks. To give you an idea, the north is covered by lines 1 (Calheta-Velas) and 2 (Velas-Calheta). To the south, the Topo-Calheta-Velas line operates from Monday to Saturday with one round trip per day; the same applies to the Velas-Rosais Igreja-Rosais Ponta line. You can also connect Santo Amaro, Biscoitos or Queimada.

In week, departures by bus from Lajes to Madalena at am and pm to Piedade at 9 pm and 19 pm. Sunday, at a. m. to Madalena and p. m. to Piedade.

The local bus company offers a range of daily routes. The tourist office will give you a leaflet with timetables and routes.

Line 2: Praia-Angra. One return trip per hour between 6 a.m. and 7 p.m. weekdays.

Line 3: Raminho-Biscoitos-Praia. Six round-trips per day weekdays between 6.45 a.m. and 8 p.m.

Route 8: Praia-Porto Martins. Six round-trips weekdays between 6.50 a.m. and 7 p.m.

Route 151: Lajes (airport)-Praia. A dozen round trips a day on weekdays.

Pico's taxis can take you anywhere on the island, for simple journeys or for more tourist tours. They park or make regular rounds near the port and Largo Cardeal Costa Nunes. If you don't feel like taking the few existing public transport or renting a car to explore the roads and paths of Pico Island, taxis are an option. The latter is obviously more expensive than the other two, but it can also be pleasant to let yourself be transported and carried.

The local bus company Pico Cristiano provides the only two lines on the island.

North coast: Madalena-São Roque-Piedade. From Monday to Saturday, two round trips per day from Piedade: the first at 6:15 am and the second at 1:30 pm. Sundays and public holidays, only one.

South coast: Madalena-Lajes-Ribeirinha. From Monday to Saturday, two round trips per day from Ribeirinha: the first at 5:40 am and the second at 12:45 pm. Sundays and public holidays, only one.

The local bus company operates 8 routes from Monday to Saturday. Two routes run between Horta and Castelo Branco (one of which also serves Pedregulho and Flamengos), a third runs north to Ribeira Funda, a fourth runs south to Ribeira Funda, and another covers the towns closest to Horta (Pedro Miguel and Praia do Almoxarife). On the other hand, the frequency of these routes is quite low, making bus travel a laborious business.

The local bus company offers various daily routes, although it's not the ideal way to get around the island. The tourist office will give you a leaflet with timetables and routes. You can also consult the timetables on the website. These include

Line 1: Biscoitos - Angra; Line 2: Angra - Praia; Line 3: Raminho - Praia; Line 5: Juncal - Angra; Line 7: Porto Judeu - Angra; Line 151: Praia - Lajes (airport).

Terra Lusitania Açores takes care of everything. The team specializes in "à la carte" travel to the Azores, designing programs tailored to your tastes, desires and budget, in good spirits and in French! Their up-to-date knowledge of the region means they can meet your expectations to the full. Our advisors propose programs that offer the best value for money. Lakes, waterfalls, volcanoes, diving, cetacean watching, monuments, nature reserves... Contact the agency by e-mail or via the detailed questionnaire in the contact section.

A local agency on a human scale that can accompany you on an eight-hour hike up Mount Pico, Portugal's highest peak, with a certified guide, or simply on a hike with a French-speaking guide. João, the agency's owner, also offers discovery tours of the island in a light car on a variety of themes, including wine, nature and museums. A small, highly professional agency with excellent itineraries for exploring the island, totally off the beaten track.

Ponta Delgada airport's convenient shuttle service is provided by Agence ANC. When you arrive, ask directly at the orange counter located inside the airport. The line serves 21 stops, including the main hotels (Hotel Marina Atlantico, Hotel Azoris Royal Garden, Hotel VIP Executive...) and the city's points of interest (São Bras fort, São Pedro church...). See the complete list on the Internet. Please note that the shuttle operates on reservation only: contact the company to arrange a time.

Trusted agency with over 15 years' experience in the tourism sector and a modern, well-equipped fleet. Cars of all types are available, including 9-seater minibuses and scooters. Oasis has offices in São Roque, Madalena and the Horta ferry terminal on the island of Faial. Its fleet also covers the islands of São Jorge and Terceira. Renting a car in Pico is definitely the best option for discovering the island in every detail. You'll be free and independent!

Correspondent of Avis and Europcar, Ilha Verde is a serious company established on all the islands except Corvo and Graciosa. Renting with this agency is an extremely rare practice and will facilitate the process if you plan to travel to several islands in the Azores and move around by car. The A category generally corresponds to a Renault Twingo. As for the other categories, you will have the choice between Nissan Qashqai, Ford Focus, Renault Capture... Minibuses or 4x4 vehicles can also be rented. All with unlimited mileage.