Tenerife, Madeira, or the Azores without a car (or somewhere else)? (10–14 days in summer)

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Are you ready for an epic adventure? Let’s dive into the incredible options of Tenerife, Madeira, and the Azores for your summer getaway! Each island offers stunning landscapes, amazing hiking trails, and delicious local cuisine, perfect for your nature-loving spirit. Tenerife dazzles with its diverse volcanic scenery and warmer climate, while the Azores boast lush greenery and a more tranquil vibe. Madeira strikes a balance between the two, offering unique experiences.

Hi

I’m planning a roughly 14 day vacation between July and September (haven't decided yet) and am torn between the Azores, Madeira, and the Canary Islands (specifically Tenerife).

Since I don’t want to rent a car (I have a drivers license, but Ive barely driven in over a decade and had very little practice even before then) Im unsure which destination is best suited for me. I love nature and want to do a lot of hiking, but at the end of the day, good local food is also very important to me. Id also like to spend some time by or in the ocean (though a pure sandy beach isnt particularly important to me).

From what I’ve seen and read, tenerife offers very diverse landscapes and is generally warmer, both of which I find extremely tempting. Ive always wanted to see volcanic landscapes. But island hopping is not so easy?

What appeals to me about the Azores is the abundance of pure, green nature and the fact that it seems a bit less touristy. However, it seems like it might be very difficult to get around without a car? Island hopping seems easier?

Madeira seems to fall somewhere in the middle.

Anyone here got some experience with any of these islands? Maybe can give a rough comparison?

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