Top Sao Miguel Layover Tours

Search for whales and dolphins along the southern coast of the Azores on this wildlife watching trip from Ponta Delgada. Traveling in a nimble, open boat with an experienced captain, you’ll have the best chance of spotting the bottlenose dolphins, sperm whales, sei whales, bearded whales, and blue whales that flock to the islands. This whale and dolphin tour is a fun, family-friendly way to see the coast, and both morning and afternoon departures are available.

Set out on a half-day 4x4 adventure to explore the Sete Cidades Volcano region. Discover the largest freshwater reserve in the Azores at Lagoa das Sete Cidades and the beautiful lush greenery surrounding it. Then drive to the rim and explore the small villages that lie on the dormant volcano’s edges. Observe the native wildlife of the island and take in its beautiful scenery before heading back to your hotel.

Make the most of your time in São Miguel with two carefully planned days covering the island’s most important landscapes and experiences — from Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo to Furnas, the Northeast and the Gorreana tea plantation. Designed for first-time visitors and travelers with limited time, this small-group tour combines the highlights of São Miguel without the stress of planning routes, driving unfamiliar roads or booking several separate excursions. Travel with a knowledgeable local guide, enjoy convenient pickup from your accommodation and discover the island at a comfortable pace. The itinerary may be adjusted according to local weather conditions, helping us make the most of the best viewpoints and experiences during your visit. With two full days together, you get a much broader introduction to São Miguel than a single-day excursion, while still enjoying the personal atmosphere of a small group.

By doing a Private Tour to Nordeste area you get the full privilege to encounter areas of the island praticaly untouched by humans. See the most beautiful and organized barbacue garden areas on the island, where many locals use it during the Summer period, and that have spledid views of the most dramitic and steep areas of Sao Miguel island. On our Private Tour you will see too the most popular waterfall of Sao Miguel island, with the Park of Ribeira dos Caldeiroes. Pass and see the first settlement of Sao Miguel island and where history started on the Azores.

Immerse yourself in the Azores’ otherworldly beauty—and enjoy an active excursion as you go—on this small-group electric bike tour of Sete Cidades. Suitable for families with children taller than 4'11", you can look forward to scaling the region’s volcanic rims, soaking up the sights from the Vista do Rei viewpoint, descending into the caldera, visiting a local village, and more.

Discover the best of Sao Miguel's eastern side, without worrying about logistics, on this informative full-day tour. Visit Europe's oldest tea plantation, stop at viewpoints to take in panoramic vistas of the island, and admire the stunning flora at the botanical garden. Plus, see Furnas Lake and the surrounding hot springs and indulge in a traditional lunch of "cozido," a rich stew cooked by thermal vents underground.

It is a wonderful opportunity to have a guide visit, see the grapevines, and taste a glass of white or red wine at the only winery on Sao Miguel Island. We will have the opportunity to see the most popular natural attraction on the Azores, Sete Cidades Lakes, also known as the Twin Lakes or even the Blue and Green Lakes, from the "Vista do Rei" viewpoint. If you are in good shape, you can walk and see the "Boca do Inferno" viewpoint, where National Geographic took a wonderful photo of the Caldera of Sete Cidades.  On our private tour, we will see and be at the most western part of Sao Miguel Island, "Ponta do Escalvado," from a viewpoint.  This private tour is a great fit for every age, family, and group that desires to know more about the wonderful attractions Sao Miguel Island has to offer.

The tour will start and end at the doorstep of your hotel. Stunning views, interesting stories and facts await you. We will start our tour with a visit to the first capital of the island, San Miguel. A visit to the viewpoint with stunning view of the city, the ocean, and the island Vila Franca. Then we will go to the crater of the volcano. Visit the fumaroles, see Furnas Lake. You will bathe in the healing water of the thermal pool and walk through the Terra Nostra Park. Visit a tea factory and taste Azorean tea. Easy communication, friendly atmosphere. No rush. You decide how much time to spend in a particular location. It is possible to change the route according to your wishes. Pleasant impressions and interesting experience are waiting for you.

Step into the magical night of Furnas Valley. Wander under the stars among steaming fumaroles, crater edges, and glowing lakes, feeling the valley’s mysterious, romantic atmosphere. Relax in natural geothermal pools, surrounded by lush vegetation and mineral-rich waters that soothe body and mind, while every moment is crafted for pure sensory delight. Enjoy a signature Furnas dinner, intimate storytelling, and hand-picked scenic stops. With small-group or private tours, every experience is exclusive, personal, and unforgettable — a journey into the volcanic heart of São Miguel.

iGoAzores take you on an unforgettable San Miguel Island tour that combines geothermal wonders with stunning volcanic landscapes. During this 5H30 Shore Excursion tour, you will discover the beautiful viewpoints of São Miguel island including the "Vista do Rei", discovering the most famous viewpoint in all Portugal. Admire the serenity of the Blue & green lake and head to Furnas volcano. Wander among fumaroles, vulcanic hot springs, taste the last 100% natural tea in the world, witness the breathtaking views and if the stopover time on your cruise ship allows you will have the opportunity visit one of the pineapple plantations, unique in its cultivation process.