Day Trips from Sao Miguel to Azores

Experience the beauty of São Miguel in a different way as you explore the island in a buggy. Travel from coast to coast to see the island’s volcanic landscapes, visit farms, and traverse rugged terrain in your open-air vehicle. Your tour also includes a delicious Azorean lunch at a local restaurant to complete your island experience.

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.

Have a full-day tour focused on one of Portugal's Natural Seven Wonders, Sete Cidades. 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 Sete Cidades lagoon. Departing from Ponta Delgada it's approximately a 45 minutes drive until Sete Cidades filled with movie scenario views that make every minute of the trip worth it. On this tour you will: • See the beautiful Sete Cidades lagoon; • Roam around the lake and feel the nature surrounding it; • Visit Mosteiros village to see the perfect scenario; • Have a tour of Oficina-Museu, a cultural time capsule; NOTE: ALL PASSENGERS MUST BE READY AT THE DESIGNATED PICKUP LOCATION AT 8:45 A.M. Delays may be expected, due to traffic or other reasons. Bookings made less than 48 hours prior to 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!

Experience the beauty of São Miguel your own way, and without the rush of a large tour group, with this fully personalized 4WD tour of the island. Choose from a list of suggested routes—Furnas, the northeastern part of the island, or Sete Cidades—or create your own itinerary based on the attractions that interest you most. Travel at your own pace and soak up the stunning landscapes—from pineapple plantations and tea fields to volcanoes and lagoons.

Discover the volcanic wonders of São Miguel Island on a 5 to 6 hour shore excursion combining the iconic landscapes of Sete Cidades with the geothermal activity of Furnas. Admire the famous Vista do Rei viewpoint and the contrasting blue and green waters of Sete Cidades lakes. Your local guide will share the island's fascinating volcanic history as you explore its dramatic landscapes. Continue to Furnas, where steaming fumaroles and bubbling hot springs reveal the volcanic energy beneath the island. Discover local traditions and visit a tea plantation to learn about the Azores’ distinctive tea production. If your cruise schedule allows, we may also visit a pineapple plantation, offering an insight into the unique methods used to grow this tropical fruit in the Azorean climate. With a comfortable pace, local knowledge and carefully managed timings, iGoAzores helps you make the most of your time ashore while discovering the natural and cultural character of São Miguel.

On this Private Tour you can see one of the 7 Natural Wonders of Portugal, and the most beautiful protected nature reserve lake. Volcano craters, lakes, waterfalls, ocean viewpoints, cultural atractions can be seen too on this Private Tour. Private Tour in an exclusive vehicle to the most beautiful places on Sao Miguel island. Bilingual private Guides Itinerary flexibility, if possible.

On our excursions you will have a personalized service with professional drivers and guides. We will leave Ponta Delgada to make a circuit through Lagoa do Fogo and the Azores Furnas. Come and enjoy the day to discover some of the wonders of the Azores.

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.

This action-packed jeep tour will be a day to remember. Go off the beaten track and travel along the craters of Sete Cidades. You’ll access impressive viewpoints that you wouldn’t find if traveling alone. Learn about the island’s volcanic past from your guide and see multiple sites including Lagoa do Fogo, Salto Do Cabrito waterfall, and Caldeira Velha. You’ll also enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.

Explore as much as possible of Furnas in one day, with stops at all the best views and experiences on the area. Taste a stew cooked underground and experience a bath in the hot springs.

Explore the natural wonders of the Azores islands on a full-day ATV adventure from Ponta Delgada and venture off-road around the Setes Cidades crater lake. Enjoy stunning views of Empadadas Lakes, Canário Lake, and Silence Bay; take a swim in the Ferraria thermal pool; and tuck into a delicious Azorean lunch.

Combine two tours in one—saving you time and money—when you book this whale-watching and volcano tour from Ponta Delgada. Start off with a boat ride along the coast of Sao Miguel Island, keeping your eyes out for whales, dolphins, and other marine life. After, board a van to explore the interior of the island, including the crater lake, waterfalls, and a popular surf beach.

See the Azorean island of São Miguel your way when you book this customizable, full-day. With your dedicated guide, create an itinerary based on the interests and desires of your group. Get an in-depth look at one place or visit several locations within the allotted time. Choose to see Furnas, the northeast, Sete Cidades, Lagoa do Fogo (the Lake of Fire), or any other place on the island.

Steep in natural views of the north coast on this full-day guided 4X4 tour to Nordeste from Ponta Delgada. Alongside a guide, you'll voyage to top sights in Ribeira Grande, Porto Formoso and the spectacular coastal village of Povoção.This tour is a great way to visit lesser-known gems and experience the oldest part of the island.

Explore the gorgeous island and natural beauty of this area of the Philippines on this private tour departing from Ponta Delaga. Travel from place to place in your Mercedes minivan with your group of 8 max for comfort. You’ll have several stops during the tour and hear all about the history of the island. The best part is that you can go at your own pace and create a bespoke tour for you and your group.

Explore the São Miguel Island in one day: Sete Cidades lakes, Fogo Lake, Furnas Lake, Ribeira dos Caldeirões Waterfalls, Nordeste, Ribeira Grande, Mosteiros, Tea Plantation and much more. Depart from your accommodation and journey along the south coast of São Miguel before heading towards the west side of the island to see one of the 7 wonders of Portugal, the volcanic lakes of sete cidades. From there we will move to the north side of the island to see the beautiful Lagoa do fogo lake. Our Journey continues towards the wonderful waterfalls of Ribeira dos Caldeirões, a very beautiful and quiet Natural Park. Then a stop for a typical Azorean lunch! Finishing Lunch, Furnas Valley is waiting for us to experience its dramatic volcanic landscape. There we can admire the wild viewpoint of the Pico do Ferro for a panoramic view of the valley. Return to the accommodation via the island's north road, and stop at the site of Europe's only tea plantations and tea factory.

The traveler will get to know the most famous and stunning Lagoons of the Azores. The immense space, the silence, seems to muffle the noise of the birds. The blue and green craters and caldera will walk with you on the sidewalk. The water and the passage as far as the eye can see but where the view is never lost. The sea stops if the island rises. The mirror of nature. This tour has lunch included.

Get ready for a MEMORABLE day. What we propose is a true odyssey for your senses, awakening the best sensations in each one, supported by centuries and centuries of tradition from these inhabitants of the Furnas volcano. Don’t miss a visit to FURNAS and enjoy a revigorating bath in the famous Iron Hot Pools at 39ºC, a degustation lunch of the most Traditional/Typical Azorean Food and finish with a coffee break savouring the one and only Vila Franca Pastry. Come along on a Journey of Discovey

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.

Get off the beaten track on this full-day small-group Jeep tour to one of Portugal's most romantic towns—Furnas, where hot springs and freshwater blend beautifully. Visit a volcano's interior, walk along Furnas Lake, and witness the preparation of a traditional Portuguese dish, "underground stew," for lunch. Unwind in a thermal pool and end your day with a soothing cup of tea at Gorreana's tea factory. Enjoy a pickup and drop-off at your hotel.

Explore the natural beauties of São Miguel on a private trail tour, guided by an experienced venue that knows every corner of the island. Whether you’re a beginner or an adventure lover, we customize the course so you can get the most out of it, with trails tailored to your skill level. During the walk, you will have the opportunity to learn about the flora, fauna and rich culture of São Miguel while listening to fascinating stories that connect the island’s past and present. Relax, breathe fresh air and immerse yourself in the tranquillity of nature, knowing that every step was planned for your comfort and pleasure.

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

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.