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The Mystical Azores: Yoga, Nature & Discovery
Ponta Delgada, Portugal
Oct 5 - 12, 2026
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$4,220
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The Mystical Azores: Yoga, Nature & Discovery

Introduction
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The Mystical Azores / October 2026

Escape to one of Europe's most untouched destinations, where volcanic landscapes meet the endless Atlantic. This immersive journey through the Azores blends adventure, wellness, and reflection - inviting you to slow down, reconnect, and explore at a deeper pace.

From cycling around the iconic Sete Cidades lakes and sailing alongside whales and dolphins, to soaking in thermal springs and hiking hidden waterfalls, each day balances discovery with intention. Morning yoga, moments of stillness, and evening women's circles create space for grounding, connection, and renewal.

This is more than a trip- it's an experience designed to inspire, restore, and stay with you long after you return home.

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Dates

October 5th, 2026 - October 12th, 2026

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Location

Azores, Portugal

Journey Highlights

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At a Glance

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Dates

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Location

Meet Your Trip Leader

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Mystical Azores 

Somatic Soul-Led Women's Retreat w/Tina Walsh. An intimate, luxury retreat for 10 women seeking restoration, embodiment, and inner authority. This is not a tour with wellness sprinkled on top. This is a professionally facilitated healing journey, held in one of the most powerful natural environments on Earth!

Daily Embodiment & Integration Practices:

Each day begins with a guided morning practice designed to regulate the nervous system, awaken the body and cultivate presence. Gentle yoga, breathwork, and meditation support participants in integrating the experiences of the land, the group, and their inner journey.

Throughout the retreat, guests are held in a professionally facilitated container that includes Sacred Women's Circles, oracle-based reflection, and a movement based Shake Your Soul experience to support vitality, and embodied joy.

Group dinners each night which foster sharing and connection.

Spacious pacing: no over-scheduling, no pressure to perform.

This retreat is fully facilitated and all outlined experiences are included. 

Tina Walsh is a body-centered/somatic therapist, embodiment facilitator, and contemplative guide specializing in nervous system regulation, mindful movement, and expressive somatic practices. She holds space for women to access deeper clarity, presence and resilience through yoga, meditation, Sacred Sharing Circles and embodied movement. Tina is known for creating safe, intimate spaces where insight, emotional integration, and transformation unfold naturally. She brings a grounded, compassionate presence to her retreats, inviting women to reconnect with their bodies, intuition, and inner wisdom. Tina invites participants to experience travel as transformation,  hosting retreats in Costa Rica, Greece, Italy and Iceland. 


Day 1 - Arrival in the Azores, Welcome Dinner and Hotel Stay

05-Oct-2026
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Arrive in the Azores, Transfer and Welcome Dinner

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Welcome to the Azores! Private transfer with English assistance from Ponta Delgada airport to the The Lince Nordeste.

Welcome to the Azores! Private transfer with English assistance from Ponta Delgada airport to the The Lince Nordeste. Welcome dinner at the hotel. Accommodation.
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Welcome Dinner at the Hotel

Welcome dinner at the hotel.
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The Lince Nordeste

Accommodation at The Lince Nordeste.

Day 2 - Sete Cidades Guided Bike Tour and Yoga

06-Oct-2026
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Yoga, Guided Bike Tour and Sete Cidades Exploration

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Daily yoga space

Daily yoga space.
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Breakfast at the Hotel

Breakfast at the Hotel.
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Combined guided/bike tour to Sete Cidades

In the morning meeting with your private Minibus and local guide to enjoy a combined guided/bike tour to Sete Cidades. Discover one of Portugal's Seven Natural Wonders, in the west side of the island of São Miguel, over the viewpoint of Vista do Rei to marvel the beautiful landscape that the Seven Cities Lake offers us. Famous for its two different shades, green and blue, separated by a bridge, that is one the Seven Cities town entrances. Meeting with your bikes’ guide on the spot and beginning of the activity. A perfect moment of harmony with nature during which you can enjoy the beauty of the area at your own pace. Pedaling while getting acquainted with the beautiful unknown – a personal and active approach that prepares us for the unveil of places guarded from the average human being… It is possible to choose different routes, to adapt them to your wishes and state of mind: to roll over plains or conquer ascending paths till the champion’s cup that is the view from the top – the choice falls upon you.
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Private transportation to Sete Cidades

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DestinationSete Cidades
Proceed by private transportation to Sete Cidades, where you can enjoy some free time for lunch.
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Return to Hotel

DepartureSete Cidades
DestinationHotel
Return to your Hotel and accommodation on a HB basis.
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Dinner at the Hotel

Dinner at the Hotel.
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The Lince Nordeste

Accommodation at The Lince Nordeste.

Day 3 - Whale Watching and Islet Exploration

07-Oct-2026
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Whale Watching, Islet Visit, and Local Lunch

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Daily yoga space

Daily yoga space.
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Breakfast at the Hotel

Breakfast at the Hotel.
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Private transfer to the pier in Ponta Delgada

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DestinationPier in Ponta Delgada
Private transfer to the pier in Ponta Delgada.
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Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour

Today you will enjoy the day at sea. Watching whales and dolphins is an absolute must in the Azores. We will sail towards the deep ocean to find migratory and resident whales and dolphins, living or passing by the island’s coast. Every tour of this kind is unique and well prepared by professional marine biologists. After a briefing on security, respect for the animals, and living science, you will enjoy three hours of intense encounters at sea with splendid cetaceans and friendly dolphins.
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Lunch at a local restaurant in Vila Franca Marina

The stop at the Vila Franca Marina, where you will have lunch at a local restaurant, is an opportunity to taste delicious local dishes.
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Visit to The Princess’ Ring Islet

In the afternoon, a brief crossing to the almost untouched islet named The Princess’ Ring. Its interior guards us in a protective circle, where transparent waters depict a colored bottom. It is also a sanctuary for birds that will reveal unique specimens.
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Return to Ponta Delgada

DepartureVila Franca Marina
DestinationPonta Delgada
Return to Ponta Delgada.
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Private transportation back to your hotel

DeparturePonta Delgada
DestinationHotel
Private transportation back to your hotel.
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The Lince Nordeste

Accommodation at The Lince Nordeste.

Day 4 - Furnas Thermal Bath and Yoga Retreat

08-Oct-2026
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Furnas Thermal Bath, Yoga, and Relaxation

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Daily yoga space

Daily yoga space.
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Breakfast at the Hotel

Breakfast at the Hotel.
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Big Truck to Furnas and thermal Bath

Big Truck to Furnas and thermal Bath – tour description TBA.
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The Lince Nordeste

Accommodation on HB basis.

Day 5 - Leisure Day and Yoga on São Miguel Island

09-Oct-2026
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Leisure Day, Yoga, and Island Discovery

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Daily yoga space

Daily yoga space.
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Breakfast at the Hotel

Breakfast at the Hotel.
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Day at leisure to discover São Miguel Island on your own

Day at leisure to discover São Miguel Island on your own.
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The Lince Nordeste

Accommodation on HB Basis.

Day 6 - Hiking Salto do Prego, Sanguinho, and Faial da Terra

10-Oct-2026
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Hiking Waterfalls, Hidden Villages, and Coastal Beauty

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Daily yoga space

Daily yoga space.
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Breakfast at the Hotel

Breakfast at the Hotel.
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Private transfer to the Northeast part of the island

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Private transfer to the Northeast part of the island.
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Hiking Salto do Prego, Sanguinho, and Faial da Terra

Meeting with your specialized hiking guide and beginning of the activity. Located on a hidden settlement in the mountain, we will find the imposing waterfall of Salto do Prego; During our hike, we will also pass by a harbor of old whalers, with a colorful reeling of small boats in the pier going with the flow in the silent beauty of Ponta do Sossego. We will also get to visit the small hidden town of Sanguinho. In the early 70s it became abandoned by its inhabitants that left it, searching for better living conditions. Nowadays, most of the village is being rebuilt, due to its great potential. During our tour, we will enjoy a meal before going back on the road. We will proceed to the center of Faial da Terra village. Surrounded by nature, between the ocean and the mountains, Faial da Terra is quite a small village where tranquility is the keyword.
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Meal during hiking tour

During our tour, we will enjoy a meal before going back on the road.
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Private transportation back to your hotel

DepartureFaial da Terra
DestinationHotel
Private transportation back to your hotel.
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The Lince Nordeste

Accommodation on HB basis.

Day 7 - Leisure and Farewell Dinner on São Miguel Island

11-Oct-2026
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Leisure Day and Farewell Dinner Experience

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Daily yoga space

Daily yoga space.
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Breakfast at the Hotel

Breakfast at the Hotel.
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Day at leisure to discover São Miguel Island on your own

Day at leisure to discover São Miguel Island on your own.
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Farewell dinner at the Hotels’ restaurant

In the evening, farewell dinner at the Hotels’ restaurant.
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The Lince Nordeste

Accommodation.

Day 8 - Departure from the Azores

12-Oct-2026
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Farewell Yoga, Breakfast, and Airport Transfer

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Daily yoga space

Daily yoga space.
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Breakfast at the Hotel

Breakfast at the Hotel.
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Private transfer to Ponta Delgada airport

At previously arranged time, private transfer with English assistant to Ponta Delgada airport.

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1. Ponta Delgada Airport

Aeroporto João Paulo II, 9500-749 Ponta Delgada, Portugal

2. The Lince Nordeste

Avenida D. João III, 9500-310 Nordeste, São Miguel, Azores, Portugal

3. Sete Cidades (Vista do Rei Viewpoint)

Miradouro da Vista do Rei, 9555-043 Sete Cidades, São Miguel, Azores, Portugal

4. Ponta Delgada Pier

Cais da Cidade, 9500-771 Ponta Delgada, São Miguel, Azores, Portugal

5. Vila Franca Marina

Marina de Vila Franca do Campo, 9680-187 Vila Franca do Campo, São Miguel, Azores, Portugal

6. Ilhéu de Vila Franca (Princess’ Ring Islet)

Ilhéu de Vila Franca do Campo, São Miguel, Azores, Portugal

7. Furnas (Terra Nostra Botanical Garden)

Terra Nostra Park, Rua Padre José Jacinto Botelho, 9675-061 Furnas, São Miguel, Azores, Portugal

8. Salto do Prego Waterfall

Salto do Prego, Faial da Terra, 9650-070 Povoação, São Miguel, Azores, Portugal

9. Sanguinho Village

Sanguinho, 9650-070 Faial da Terra, São Miguel, Azores, Portugal

10. Faial da Terra

Faial da Terra, 9650-070 Povoação, São Miguel, Azores, Portugal

11. Ponta do Sossego

Ponta do Sossego, 9630 Nordeste, São Miguel, Azores, Portugal