Active adventure in Portugal’s Azores is the focus of the City Living and Island Loving itinerary from Off the Map Travel. Participants enjoy a range of activities, including diving, snorkeling and swimming in the crater of a dormant volcano on São Miguel Island — the largest of the nine islands in the Azores archipelago.

During the trip, travelers have the opportunity to visit the famous thermal springs in the village of Furnas and partake in a cozido meal, baked beneath the surface of the steamy earth.

Lodging on São Miguel takes place at the lovely White Azores hotel in the port town of Ponte Delgada, perched dramatically over the Atlantic Ocean on seaside cliffs. The gorgeous suites and rooms are done up in sparkling white and shades of sand, with local touches in the UNIQUE SUITES that include select furnishing fashioned from driftwood.

Beginning the trip on mainland Portugal in Lisbon is an option, with time to wander the narrow-bricked streets, visit the castle overlooking the city, delve into the historic Belem district and enjoy the city’s many cultural culinary specialties.

Off the Map always offers guests the chance to fully customize their journey and offers recommendations including whale watching and wine tastings.