Azores Cruises
The Azores are nine volcanic islands sitting in the middle of the Atlantic, roughly 1,500 kilometres west of Lisbon, remote enough to feel genuinely apart from the rest of Europe, and different enough from each other to reward more than one visit. An Azores cruise is one of the few ways to see more than one island without the complexity of island-hopping by ferry or small plane.
Fred. Olsen sails to the Azores from UK ports as part of our wider Atlantic Islands programme, with Ponta Delgada on São Miguel the most common port of call. The island's two crater lakes at Sete Cidades, the bubbling hot springs at Furnas and the network of walking trails across the interior give you more than a day could reasonably cover. Faial and its harbour town of Horta, known for the colourful murals left by transatlantic sailors, and Terceira, home to the UNESCO-listed old town of Angra do Heroísmo, may also feature depending on your itinerary. [ReadMoreMob][ReadMoreDesk]
The islands take their environmental responsibilities seriously. A network of natural parks and marine reserves covers much of the archipelago, and the waters around the Azores are among the best in the world for whale watching, sperm whales are present year-round, and blue whales pass through in spring. It's the kind of place that tends to stay with people long after they've returned home.
Fred. Olsen's smaller ships are particularly well suited to cruises to the Azores. The island ports are compact and the approach by sea, watching the volcanic peaks rise from the water, sets the tone for everything that follows ashore.
Azores Countries
Cruises to Azores
Northern Spain with the Solar Eclipse S2620
- Marvel at the natural phenomenon of the solar eclipse from Borealis
- Sample Portuguese pastéis de nata and traditional Spanish tapas
- Discover significant monuments in Lisbon on their iconic trams
Discovering Italy with the Amalfi Coast S2626
- Explore the stunning Amalfi Coast and marvel as you sail past at sunset
- Embrace local cultures, sip Provençal wine and enjoy Italian cuisine
- Explore Bonifacio from Propriano, only accessible to smaller ships
Exploration of the Mediterranean L2632
- Explore iconic ports like Istanbul, Piraeus for Athens and Valletta
- Enjoy scenic cruising of the Bay of Kotor and Amalfi Coast
- Embrace the rich flavours of Greek cuisine
Coastal Treasures of the Mediterranean L263439
- Explore the lesser-visited gems of Zadar and Kerkira
- Enjoy scenic cruising from the decks of Balmoral
- Explore Lisbon by tram and wander through Madeira's gardens
- Flights from London or Manchester included
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Andalusia & Portugal with Madeira T2626
- Explore Madeira's botanical gardens and dramatic cliffs
- Experience Andalusia's lively tapas bars and flamenco performances
- Discover Lisbon's rich past and sample fresh pastéis de nata
Croatia, Greece, Turkey & the Canaries L263539
- Experience scenic cruising along the Dalmatian Coast
- Immerse yourself in our fleet meet up activities in Las Palmas
- Embrace local cultures in the Canary Islands and Lisbon
- Flights from London or Manchester included
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Autumn Warmth in the Canary Islands S2628
- Enjoy year-round warmth on the sun-kissed islands of the Canaries
- Savour papas arrugadas and listen to folk-like timple music
- Walk through Madeira's botanical gardens and levada trails
Turkey & the Islands of the Canaries & Greece L263639
- Enjoy scenic cruising around the Greek islands aboard Balmoral
- Experience the diverse cultures of Morocco, Greece and the Canaries
- Embrace the fun and festivities of the Fred. Olsen fleet meet up
- Flights from London or Manchester included
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Mediterranean Icons L263739
- Explore iconic Mediterranean destinations at a quieter time of year
- Immerse yourself in fun activities for the Fred. Olsen fleet meet up
- Embrace local Canarian and Moroccan traditions
- Flights from London or Manchester included
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