Top Azores Shore Excursions

Discover São Miguel in two unforgettable days on a premium small-group tour. Travel in luxury air-conditioned Mercedes Vito vans with a certified local guide, enjoying personalized commentary via onboard microphone and small touches like bottled water and towels on request. Explore Sete Cidades, Lagoa do Fogo, Furnas, and Nordeste at a relaxed pace, with time for photos, hidden viewpoints, and authentic Azorean experiences. Hotel pickup and drop-off included. Enjoy carefully selected photo spots, insider tips, and moments for relaxation and enjoyment. Spacious seats ensure a comfortable ride, and optional stops allow your guide to tailor the experience for a truly personalized adventure. Perfect for travelers seeking a comfortable, memorable, and unforgettable Azores experience.

Fishing in the clear waters of the Azores Sea is an unforgettable experience for both the abundance of fish and the magnificent landscapes you can enjoy.

With this culinary adventure through Terceira Island, you don't have to worry about missing out on any local flavors. On this full-day tour, take a journey to discover the best food, snacks, and drinks that this island has to offer. Delve into the cultural significance behind each dish, learning about how locals like to use their spices, the reason behind their unique use of vinegar, their high quality of milk, and the golden hue of their white wine grapes.

Explore the Caldeira, a collapsed volcanic cone, on this private half-day tour. This is a must-do when you’re in Faial. The trail is relatively easy, and takes about two to three hours. You’ll also have round-trip transport from Horta provided for you, so no need to organize that separately.

Discover the island of Faial from one end to the other! With the full day tour, you get to know all the main sights of the island, and even get to choose a few extra stops of your choice! For example, you can visit a museum, as well as bathe in one of our wonderful beaches. If you want to know a little more about our nature, you can choose to visit more remote panoramic viewpoints! The duration is approximately 7-8 hours, and includes insurance, local guide, lunch and even snacks and drinks on board our vehicles... Don't waste time and book your tour now!

Without a private vehicle, it’s difficult to tour Faial Island in a day. By providing private transportation and guided commentary, this guided tour is a great solution for visitors. It includes all of the Faial Island locations you most want to see such as the Faial Caldeira, Capelinhos volcano, and plenty of viewpoints overlooking the beautiful Blue Island, plus fun facts and Faial history from your guide.

Discover the most iconic landscapes of São Miguel, Azores, with comfort and a true local touch. This small group tour combines stunning sights, history, culture, and tasting moments in a relaxed and conversational atmosphere. Along the way we share curiosities about the island’s volcanic origin and local traditions. Includes small tastes, snacks and water, and, if the weather allows, a light walk (optional). Conducted in a cart of 6 seats (up to 4 adults + 2 children), guarantees a quiet and personalized experience, away from large groups. The itinerary is adjusted to the weather conditions to offer the best views of Seven Cities, Lagoon of Fire and Furnas. Available in the West Lakes (with lunch), Solo Travellers (1h30 or 3h00), Express (1h30 or 3h00), Seven Cities & Fire Lagoon (5h30), Furnas Baths (with lunch) and Private (4 or 7 hours). The duration and prices vary depending on the option chosen. The authentic way to live the island.

Stray from the tourist trail on an adventurous private cave tour of Algar do Carvão, during which you’ll access caverns that aren’t in the guidebook. Exploring the subterranean systems with a guide means you’ll stay safe and secure, and avoid getting lost on the winding routes. Plus, you’ll travel between the caves in air-conditioned comfort and benefit from in-depth geological commentary from a guide.

Our full-day car tour on Faial will take us all around the island in a fun and engaging way. We will visit Caldeira do Faial, Capelinhos Volcano, Fajã da Praia do Norte, as well as a few other places. Our itinerary is always a surprise. Since the tour is private, we have the flexibility to adapt each tour to our clients’ preferences and to the weather conditions. Our Guides love to share our island’s history and culture, and their knowledge about Azores in general. If you’re interested, we are happy to stop for a swim in the ocean during the summer or for a small hike. Our car tour on Faial is an 8 hours tour with traditional lunch included.

Discover the best that the Azorean island of Terceira has to offer on a full-day sightseeing tour. Join a small group and visit top landmarks including the old city of Praia da Vitoria, the Algar do Carvao volcano, and several viewpoints. Your tour also includes a lunch stop where you can try the famous clay pot roast of Terceira.

Who are we at SMATUR? First, we LOVE what we do, therefore, we have the best job in the world, and the smile is always present; WE LOVE OUR LAND, and we proudly show it off, because no matter how small it may be in size, it is giant in what it can give us; and finally, it is our MISSION to value what we have, to use the sustainability of these small islands as a brand, and together with the energy of the island, to surprise those who dare to visit us.

Discover one of the biggest volcanic craters in the Azores as you embark on a bike ride from Praia da Vitoria. Join a small group and ride through Terceira’s countryside, surrounded by rolling pastures and cows. Cross over tectonic plates, learning about the island’s geology as you go, and pass by several stratovolcanoes throughout your ride.

If you chose this activity, you made the best choice if you are looking for comfort, safety and little physical activity to get to know the entire island of São Jorge. It will be a complete day, unhurried and with dedication, in which our Certified Guide will accompany you, from Ponta dos Rosais to Ponta do Topo. In the Full-day option, you will have the opportunity to taste the famous Queijo de São Jorge and the coffee from Fajã dos Vimes, taste the typical species of São Jorge, after lunch, included, at a local restaurant. A 16th century church, a tower spared by the volcano of 1808, volcanic cavities, old paths to the Fajãs, fauna and flora are some examples of what you can see. Weather permitting, you can take a dip in the Simão Dias Pool, with fins and mask, provided by us, so that you can see the diversity of colorful fish found there. Our Guide will give you tips so you can choose activities in order to customize the tour to your tastes. The tour can be shared

This tour starts by visiting the pineapple plantations 'Augusto Arrudo', near Ponta Delgada city, where you will see how the pineapple is produced inside of greenhouses. After the pineapple plantations, you will see the south coast of the island until we arrive to one of the most important viewpoints of this tour - Escalvado Viewpoint - where you will see the most recent eruption that São Miguel island had. After this, you will go to the Sete Cidades volcano and stop in the village itself inside of the crater, where you will see interesting spots. Then, you will go to one of the most iconic viewpoints of the island - Vista do Rei (king's view) - where you will see the striking two-colored lagoon (the blue and green parts)

With just one day to explore Terceira Island, a guided tour ensures that you check off all the highlights. On this full-day tour, visit the Algar do Carvão volcano, admire views of Monte Brasil and Serra do Cume, and stop at the Biscoitos natural swimming pools. You also enjoy a typical Azorean lunch and cheese tasting included.

Discover the best of Faial Island on a full-day tour with your local Guide Ramiro, combining stunning landscapes, stunning volcanoes and authentic culture. Explore the most iconic spots in a comfortable vehicle while enjoying a relaxed pace. Visit Caldeira, the huge volcanic crater, and admire panoramic views, then head to the Volcano dos Capelinhos, where the 1957 eruption remodeled the coast. Along the way, discover panoramic viewpoints, beaches, traditional villages and island secrets, with stories and curiosities that give life to Faial. With flexible time at each stop and multiple opportunities for photographs, this tour is the ideal way to enjoy Faial in a single day. The groups are small to ensure a more personalized experience, so the places are limited - we recommend booking in advance to secure your seat.

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

Discover the remarkable sights of Terceira Island on this intimate tour. A great stop for those seeking natural wonders, to learn about history, or get a cultural fix. Visit a volcano formed from underwater, Victoria Beach, and take in the views from Serra do Cume viewpoint. Get to know the culture of the island at local villages and witness the magnificent landscape.

Explore the volcanic heart of Furnas Valley on a private tour focused on geothermal landscapes, lush nature, and iconic viewpoints. This experience combines Furnas’ volcanic activity, Europe’s oldest tea plantation, and one of São Miguel’s most famous viewpoints — with a flexible itinerary adapted to weather conditions. No rushing. No unnecessary stops. Just the highlights that actually matter. ✔ Private transport & guide ✔ Thermal pools + botanical garden ✔ Flexible pickup and Drop Off

The beautiful island of Terceira is known for its rugged beauty. Take the stress out of driving on unfamiliar roads by exploring Terceira in a 4x4. Having a driver for the day means you can let someone else navigate, while you focus on taking in the sights. Go down rural roads that are mostly used by farmers, and see pretty flora and fauna. A tasty barbecue lunch is included with unlimited beer and wine.

The tour of Lagoons & Volcanoes is a combination of two activities ( a walking trail and afternoon minivan tour with focus on the volcanology aspect) with lunch with drinks included, in a total of 8 hours of tour. Enjoy the morning part through the hiking trail of Mistérios Negros, a 5-kilometer walk that stands out for its extreme natural beauty, be it lagoons and cryptomeria forests or endemic vegetation (Azoric), or even volcanic landscape. Its level of difficulty is medium, with ap. 100 mt, in an irregular terrain. In the afternoon part you're invited to visit the interior of an empty volcano, walk through a fumarolic field, explore the interior of the lava tunnel of Gruta do Natal, and stroll through the natural pools in the parish of Biscoitos. We inform that the stop of Algar do Carvão is closed since October, and will be for 18 months, due to construction works in their visitors center.

This tour is the perfect recipe for a fun day out. You’ll taste your way around the island of Terceira and go sightseeing at the same time. Save hours researching area highlights and planning transport by having everything organized for you. After a hotel pickup, you’ll travel between multiple sites on the island. Highlights of the tour include wine and moonshine tastings, visiting top sightseeing spots, and a delicious barbecue lunch.

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!

Begin a marvelous journey with a private half-day walking tour of Horta. In just a few hours, uncover the captivating history and discover hidden gems along the charming streets of Horta. As you stroll through this picturesque city, your guide will regale you with fascinating tales, revealing the stories behind the landmarks. Don't settle for mere pretty pictures, delve deeper into the rich narratives that lie beneath. Join this scenic adventure.