Top Ponta Delgada Bus Tours

Discover many of São Miguel Island’s top natural attractions, all in one tour—and enjoy a personalized way to explore—on this private tour. Following morning pickup at your Ponta Delgada hotel or cruise port, hop aboard your private vehicle and head into nature. You’ll visit Furnas and area hot springs and fumaroles, will explore botanical gardens, will tour a tea plantation, and much more.

Discover the Furnas crater of São Miguel Island on this half-day excursion from Fenais da Luz. Join a small group and travel along the south coast of the island to reach the crater where you can soak in the warm thermal waters in a peaceful lagoon. Then head to the caldera to see how the “cozido” is made using geothermal heat and visit a local tea factory.

Spend a few hours exploring Ponta Delgada’s rich culinary offerings on this guided excursion. After meeting up with a knowledgeable local guide at Portas da Cidade, sample local specialties and learning about Azorean food culture while stopping by local markets and eateries like Mercado da Graca, Louvre Michaelense, and O Principe dos Queijos. Enjoy complimentary tastings and drinks along the way.

From exquisite volcanic lakes to steaming hot springs, see some of São Miguel Island’s most beautiful attractions on this full-day tour from Ponta Delgada. After pickup from your hotel, travel first to Sete Cidades, where you’ll see the famous bi-colored lagoons from scenic viewing points. Enjoy a traditional Azorean lunch, and then head inland to see the Salto do Cabrito waterfall, ascend Lagoa do Fogo, and admire even more beautiful landscapes.

Discover the volcano route that will take you to the best attractions of the island of São Miguel! During 2 days you will explore the Furnas volcano, a place of constant volcanic activity and thermal pools, discover the unmistakable beauty of the Seven Cities volcano, marvel at the nature of the Fire volcano, learn how pineapple is produced from the Azores, visit one of the most famous water cascades and admire the tea plantations among many other attractions. Choose between two tour options: •Tour with lunch included, "cooked from the furnas" served on one day and a "regional food buffet" on the other, or; •Tour without lunch where you will have extra free time in the lunch break, the opportunity to buy food or simply bring snacks with you. Our guides will answer all your questions with a welcoming smile and allow you to enjoy your holidays to the fullest. IMPORTANT : The order of days described may not reflect the actual order of the Tour. Contact us for more information.

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.

Venture to the picturesque Nordeste area to visit Ribeira dos Caldeirões Natural Park and its watermills & waterfalls. Next, enjoy a tea tasting at Gorreana Tea Factory, the last 100% natural tea plantations in the world. Head to Furnas Volcano to discover how the Azoreans live inside a volcanic crater where geothermal wonders await and be amazed by the enchanting charm of this place while seeing fumaroles and bubbling springs, a testament to the island's volcanic soul. You will be given the option to visit "Terra Nostra" one of Europe's most beautiful botanical gardens to customize your day tour. (optional, fee not included - 17€ per person) Regarding lunch time, you can choose the option "Tour with lunch included" to savor the unique and delectable "Cozido das Furnas," cooked on the volcanic soil or just take the tour option "Tour without lunch" to enjoying extra free time during the lunch break.

One of the best ways to explore the Azorean island of Sao Miguel is by car. Customize an itinerary with your private guide and discover the parts of the island that interest you most. Choose to discover the western part, boasting stunning, lush landscapes and volcanic craters, or the eastern part with the famous Furnas Lake. The center of the island is available to explore for either tour.

This tour is unique because we will visit an iconic place in the Azores, São Miguel island Lagoa das Sete Cidades is most 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 often chosen to represent or promote the island of São Miguel and the archipelago. Named one of the Seven Wonders of Portugal.

Even if you’re only in Ponta Delgada for a short while, maximize your time on the Azores during a stress-free shore excursion to the ancient volcanic zone of Furnas on the eastern part of the island. You’ll receive personalized attention in a small group and benefit from convenient port pickup and drop-off. Plus, you can customize your itinerary to include stops at a botanical garden and thermal springs.

Spend a relaxing evening at the Poça da Dona Beija thermal baths in Furnas during this nighttime excursion from Ponta Delgada. Bathe in the natural pools (tickets are not included), enjoy a guided nature walk, and feast on Cozido das Furnas, a traditional Azores meat and vegetable stew boiled underground in volcanic steam from the hot springs. Your tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off from Ponta Delgada.

Get off the beaten track and discover the hidden gems of São Miguel island during this full-day excursion from Ponta Delgada. Join a small group and drive through the lush landscapes of the inner island, away from the crowds. Stop at waterfalls, mountain tops, cliffs, a secluded beach, and much more without any difficult walks, making it suitable for every type of traveler.

Get your camera ready and leave the logistics to your guide on this full-day tour of Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo. See the stunning volcanic crater, filled with an emerald lake, and its surrounding vistas. Stop at the Lagoa do Fogo mountain for some of the region’s most impressive views of the lake and various shores of the island. Nature lovers won’t want to miss this.

Discover volcanoes, lagoons and unique landscapes of São Miguel on an unforgettable tour with many surprises and full of history!

This tour is unique because we will visit an iconic place in the Azores, São Miguel island Lagoa das Sete Cidades is most 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 often chosen to represent or promote the island of São Miguel and the archipelago. Named one of the Seven Wonders of Portugal.

Enjoy this full day small group tour of the Furnas Valley and other stops along the way. You’ll visit Vila Franca do Campo, try a traditional Pastry, then get to the Terra Nostra Park to see the romantic gardens. You can soak in a thermal bath if you like, then enjoy an included lunch, and afterwards have a few more stops to take in before you’re returned to the departure point.

This visit will be around 8 hours, starting from Ponta Delgada at 09h00 am with the option to start early to enjoy the sun-rising ex. 7:00 am. FREE PICK UP INCLUDED at any house, Hostel, Guesthouse or Hotel situated inside the city of Ponta Delgada.

Get up close and personal with some of the Azores’ most spectacular scenery on this half-day, private tour from Ponta Delgada. Meet your guide at your hotel or cruise-ship port, and hop aboard an air-conditioned vehicle. Your destination is São Miguel Island’s wild northeast. See the coastal village of Nordeste, admire waterfalls in the Ribeira dos Caldeirões Park, discover a heritage lighthouse, venture to multiple extraordinary viewing points, and much more.

Relax in this thermal bath experience and notice curiosities about the furnaces. Get to know some tourist sights, experience the Volcano das Furnas with thermal baths included. Thermal bath start time may vary depending on availability. Please bring bathing suits and a bath towel. If you want a closet, there is an extra charge of 2€ on site and for hot water showers there is a fee of 1€, these extras are not included in the tour price. Please consult your healthcare provider before participating in the Thermal Baths. Enjoy the charm of the mythical furna village, discover curiosities about the furna volcano and its relations with the thermas, see the local culture, taste of gaseified waters and natural source green tea. Finish the tour with the magnificent bath of thermal waters at 39oC. Possibility to include dinner for additional price.

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.

Experience the local crafting traditions and natural wonders of the Azores on this group day trip. Start your day with a visit to a ceramics factory to see craftsmen at work, before venturing into the countryside to the turquoise waters of the Lagoa do Fogo crater lake and the Caldeira Velha hot springs. Stop for a restorative lunch before visiting the only tea plantation in Europe.

If you are looking for a private half-day tour full of wisdom, good cheer and knowledge, this is the ideal tour for you. We don't do anything in a rush, always in maximum relaxation, in order to ensure that the customer feels welcomed and well looked after. If you are interested in a viewpoint around the lagoon, we can change our tour so that nothing remains to be seen and you can enjoy the best of the Azores.

Make it to the best viewpoints on Sao Miguel in an all-terrain truck that can drive anywhere. Your personal local guide does all the driving and navigation, bringing you to various vistas of the incredible Sete Cidades crater and gorgeous lagoons. See the island’s beauty from various perspectives as you drive up mountains and down into craters for the best views.

If you are looking for a private half-day tour full of wisdom, good cheer and knowledge, this is the ideal tour for you. We don't do anything in a rush, always in maximum relaxation, in order to ensure that the customer feels welcomed and well treated. If you are interested in a viewpoint around the lagoon, we can change our tour so that nothing remains to be seen and you can enjoy the best of the Azores.