Top Sao Miguel Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises - page 4

Visit to the Gorreana Tea Factory, the only one of its kind in Europe, where you will learn more about the island's tea culture through the different processes involved in its production and where, at the end of the visit, you will have the opportunity to taste a cup of tea accompanied by traditional biscuits!

Venture through the lush landscapes of São Miguel on this half-day tour to explore the Sete Cidades volcano. Climb aboard a 4x4 vehicle with your private guide and head to the ridge of the crater for stunning views. You also venture inside the caldera which is now home to a beautiful lake and unique biodiversity.

Explore the western portion of Sao Miguel Island during this full-day tour to the Seven Cities and Fire Lake. Visit key landmarks such as the Seven Cities volcanic crater, the Fire Lake viewpoint with its turquoise waters, and the historic city of Ribeira Grande. Learn about the city’s history and culture from your informative guide and enjoy a delicious Portuguese lunch as you take in the views of the island.

This excursion is unique because we will visit two iconic places in the Azores, Lagoa do Fogo is the second largest on the island of São Miguel and one of the largest in the Azores. It has been classified as a nature reserve since 1974 and is part of the Natura 2000 Network for being classified as a special conservation area. Lagoa das Sete Cidades is very likely the most iconic and recognized natural monument in the Azores. In a region with such a large number of striking landscapes, the image of Sete Cidades is chosen countless times to represent or promote the island of São Miguel and the archipelago. Named one of the Seven Wonders of Portugal and classified as a Protected Landscape by the Natura 2000 Network, the Sete Cidades are a unique place in the world, which any traveler passing through these islands must visit.

Walk along a crater lake inside a stratovolcano on a walking tour of Lagoa do Fogo, or Fogo Lake, a protected body of water that's among the largest lakes in the Azores. You’ll climb through groves of eucalyptus trees and flax, and eat lunch at the edge of the water. With round-trip transport by Ponta Delgada, this guided walking tour includes lunch, and it’s limited to 10 people to ensure personal service.

Embark on one of São Miguel Island's most popular hikes during this half-day tour to Moinho do Félix Waterfalls. This 3.4-mile (5.5-kilometer), medium-difficulty trail showcases a stunning valley, lush vegetation, and multiple natural waterfalls—perfect for a refreshing swim. The hike, located on the island's north coast in Lomba de São Pedro, takes just a couple hours to complete. As a bonus, your adventure includes a visit to a rare European tea plantation.

Nature lovers will adore this off-the-beaten-track tour. You’ll travel to places that you wouldn’t find alone, and feel safe with an experienced 4WD driver navigating. See the spectacular lake Lagoa do Fogo, São Miguel Island, Fogo Volcano, and Sete Cidades Volcano. Your guide will tell you about the local wildlife and stunning natural beauty around you.

Join us for a full-day excursion to Furnas, one of the most captivating volcanic areas on São Miguel Island. Walk among steaming calderas, relax in natural thermal waters, and take in breathtaking views shaped by the island’s volcanic origins. This experience is ideal for those looking to connect with nature while enjoying a peaceful and restorative atmosphere. Stops include the Gorreana Tea Factory and plantation, the “Véu da Noiva” waterfall in Ribeira dos Caldeirões Natural Park, and several viewpoints showcasing the unique volcanic activity of the Furnas region. If you have chosen to include lunch, you will enjoy the most authentic dish in the Azores: the Furnas stew, slowly cooked underground using volcanic heat. Accompanied by a fully local guide, you will spend the day exploring some of the island’s most iconic landmarks on the east side of São Miguel. This small-group tour is limited to a maximum of 8 participants, ensuring a more personal and immersive experience of São Miguel’s eastern landscapes.

Have a full-day tour focused on one of Portugal's Natural Seven Wonders, Seven Cities. Located on the east part of the island, along the way you will have beautiful views of our coastline and mountains, our flowered roads, all before reaching the main attraction of the tour, the Seven Cities lagoon. Departing from Ponta Delgada it's approximately a 45 minutes drive until Seven Cities filled with movie scenario views that make every minute of the trip worth it. On this tour you will: • See the beautiful Seven Cities lagoon; • Roam around the lake and feel the nature surrounding it ; • Visit Monasteries village to see the perfect scenario ; • Have a tour of the pineapple plantations; NOTE: ALL PASSENGERS MUST BE READY AT THE DESIGNATED PICKUP LOCATION AT 8:45 A.M.M. Delays may be expected, due to traffic or other reasons. Bookings made less than 48 hours before the start of the tour may not be able to take the tour in German, French, or Spanish. Please contact us if needed.

On this tour you can see beautiful landscapes, sample sweets and one of the typical dishes of the island, indulge in hot springs, as well as taste a tea whose plantations are unique throughout Europe!

a tour where you can use thermal baths for a few hours has dinner included and entry to Poça da Beija at least 4 people

Cover some ground and see some spectacular terrain on this small-group 4WD hiking tour, where you visit the Sete Cidades craters, see a volcano, explore the beach, and hike in Serra Devassa. Your guide takes care of the logistics, including hotel pickup and drop-off in Ponta Delgada, finding the best hiking trails, and lunch. You just need to be ready for an adventurous full-day out.

Let yourself be dazzled in our company by this distinctive piece of land on the island of São Miguel with breathtaking views, superb valleys, imposing mountains and mountains, waterfalls and refreshing streams. It is jumping from belvedere in belvedere, which are the most beautiful of the Azores, full of flowers that make the Northeast the most flowery county!

Visit volcanic scenery, toasty hot springs, scenic look-out points, and much more: this full-day Jeep tour of eastern São Miguel Island introduces you to some of the most beautiful scenery in the Azores. Following pickup from your Ponta Delgada hotel, drive along the northern coast with just a small group for company, and stop at a tea plantation along the way. You’ll also visit Furnas Volcano, will sample traditional cozido stew, can bathe in the Poça da Dona Beija hot springs (additional expense), and much more.

Go beyond a regular tour of Sete Cidades and embark on this hiking tour to truly appreciate the island’s landscapes. Join a small group and head to the trailhead in Mata do Canario to begin your hike. Walk past lakes, an ancient aqueduct, and the collapsed crater of Sete Cidaddes. From here you can also see a good portion of Sao Miguel island if the weather is good.

The day begins with a visit to the traditional pineapple greenhouses, biological culture developed in glasshouses, where in the end you will taste its famous artisan liquor. The trip continues towards the Seven Cities with a stop at the Vista da Rei viewpoint from where you can have a breathtaking view of the Seven Cities crater and its beautiful Blue and Green lagoons. You begin the descent to the interior of the crater, where you will marvel at the lagoon of Santiago, a stop that precedes the arrival to the picturesque parish of the Sete Cidades, where you can visit its center. Return to Ponta Delgada by Pico do Carvão, a privileged place to observe the beautiful green landscape of the narrowest part of the Island and its coasts.

On this walking tour you will be dazzled by the Salto do Prego waterfalls where you will also have the opportunity to bathe. You will also get to know the picturesque village of Sanguinho and Faial da Terra, a valley that meets the sea.

Embark on a private half-day tour to the Sete Cidades Green and Blue Lakes. This trip takes you on an adventure through Sao Miguel Island. Immerse yourself in the beauty of volcanic craters, lush valleys, hot springs, and coastal vistas. Discover the historic charm of Ponta Delgada, with its ancient architecture, serene convents and churches, and delicious dining options. Experience the enchantment of Sete Cidades, where two twin lakes, one green and one blue, are connected by a mystical bridge.

This tour is unique because we will visit one of the most iconic places of the Azores, The north of this, the pure air, the peaks and the imposing mountains on the sloping slope DA, the wave DE the sea seems more extensive and the line of the indeterminable horizon, the Northeast is the gateway to the tranquility and contemplation of nature, the ideal destination for those seeking nature tourism. Here, you walk a distinctive piece OF land on the island DE São Miguel with breathtaking views, superb valleys, mountainous mountains and mountains, waterfalls AND refreshing ribs.

Vila das Furnas is one of the most attractive spots on the island of São Miguel, with a history of volcanic activity that has left a legacy of particularly impressive natural calderas, hot springs and fumaroles! The Furnas lagoon and its boilers are surrounded by an exuberant nature which forms a breathtaking image. With less than 8 people, the tour takes place in a van.

Embark on a captivating half-day journey to the bewitching Lagoa do Fogo and experience the beauty this trip has to offer. Explore the magnificent Lagoa do Fogo Caldeira, hidden away from the beaten path. Travel on lesser-known roads that unveil unparalleled views, giving you a taste of what others have been missing out on. Ascend to the majestic Pico da Barrosa, where you'll find yourself at the pinnacle of a whopping 3,107 feet (947 meters).

The island of Sao Miguel has plenty to see and it can be hard to know where to start. Make things easy and let a guide lead the way on this full-day tour of the Nordeste region. Discover waterfalls, see the highest mountain on the island, experience spectacular coastal views, and visit the town of Povoacao. You may even catch a glimpse of the rare priolo bird (São Miguel bullfinch) which is endemic to the eastern part of the island.

Don’t miss a trip to the Furnas Lake on your Azores vacation. This convenient day trip from Ponte Delgada on the island of São Miguel offers an easy way to discover the lake area and its volcanic surrounds, such as the Terra Nostra botanical gardens. Highlights include a “cozido” lunch made with the steam of the earth, sights of the fumaroles, and a dip in an iron-rich natural pool.

Discover the stunning beauty of São Miguel sland west side on a full day tour to Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo. You will have the opportunity to visit two of the most charismatics volcanoes on São Miguel island, each one with its own unique character and beauty. In Sete Cidades you find the famous blue and green lake surrounded by lush vegetation and the picturesque village on its edge. This is the place for our break where you can choose to include in your tour a delicious buffet of typical food of the region (available in tour option) or explore the village and stroll along the shores of the blue lagoon during our lunch break. Fogo volcano, have a crater lake known for its crystal clear waters and impressive scenery situated in the island center. A visit to the pineapple plantation and to many other attractions will make this tour the perfect way to discover São Miguel