This is a unique and private tour. Come with me to this enchanted place, the Sete Cidades Volcanic Complex, where green is the predominant color, surrounded by authentic natural lakes. The light is perfect for photography and you will take this eternal memory. After, we will switch completely the scenery, while we drive to the west coast of the Island, in Mosteiros, where many years ago, an eruption created this small region with rocky formations and natural pools in the sea.
One of the great ways to discover the most eastern side of the island with a beautiful hike in the middle of a valley, connecting to the sea with amazing vegetation, rock formation, an abandoned village and the highlight - Salto do Prego waterfall!
In the end of the hike we will go to Furnas, which is an amazing village inside of a volcano full of volcanic activity and it is also the home of the most famous relaxing hotsprings of the island, where you can enjoy its thermal properties.
This hike takes around 2 hours to complete and it is 4.5 km (2.8miles) long, with medium difficulty level.
Incredible hike that goes to the inside of Lagoa do Fogo volcano, where you're going to find the beautiful lagoon at its feet. This is a hike with interesting challenges up and down, amazing vegetation, and following through most of the hike you will see a "levada" (water channel) that brings water to the farmlands.
This hike takes about 4 hours to finish and it is 13 km (8 miles) long, being a medium to hard difficulty trail.
Enjoy a day trip to Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo where you can see the lakes, mountains, villages and liqueur factories, all as natural as possible. Lunch included.
Our adapted van tours are suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Join us on a magnificent tour to Furnas valley where you can experience the volcanic origin of São Miguel Island.
The tour will have its first stop in Vila Franca do Campo, followed by a visit to the Lagoa das Furnas, where its cooked the famous cozido das Furnas. After lunch at a local restaurant, Parque Terra Nostra waits for you. In Furnas we´ll also visit the Caldeiras das Furnas and the famous Pico do Ferro viewpoint. Still on the north coast on our way to Ponta Delgada you can taste the typical green tea at the Gorreana Tea Factory and amaze yourself with Santa Iria Viewpoint.
NOTE: a minimum of two persons is required.
PRIVATE TOUR - This tour is designed for those intending to see nature in its wild state, getting away from massif touristic places. See the most spectacular hidden lakes in the Azores on a full-day combined tour - Jeep Safari + Congro Walking Tour - all of that with some tasty Azorean specialties at lunch time.
The tour will begin in the northern part of the island, where we will pass and stop in some beautiful viewpoints until we reach Gorrena Tea Factory, where you can taste our delicious local tea. We will then go to Ribeira dos Caldeirões, a place that has a mesmerizing waterfall. We will also pass through several floral small parishes along the way and stop in one of Nordeste’s beautiful viewpoints. Lunch will be served in Povoação village, which was the first place to be populated in São Miguel island. You will also have the chance to know Furnas and the calderas area, which is a big part of our volcanic activity and you will also see the beautiful Furnas lagoon. We will return through the south coast of the island and stop in more points of interest before the drop-off.
This tour offers great contact with nature. The traveler must be available and enjoy walking. Here you will feel the true scent of nature. Walk and contemplate Nature.
After being picked up, head toward the world-famous Seven Cities lake. Take in panoramic views of the site from Vista do Rei viewpoint, then stop by the lagoon and buy a cup of coffee if you wish to.
Enjoy the chance to purchase lunch at Ribeira Grande, the second biggest city in São Miguel, then visit Gorreana Plantation to walk around the ancient tea fields. Move on to the striking Salto do Cabrito waterfalls and become surrounded by an inspiring natural landscape.
Up next, arrive at Caldeira Velha hot springs, where a hot waterfall connects with a pond, providing stunning scenery for a relaxing time. End your trip with a stop at Lagoa do Fogo, the highest lagoon on the island at more than 500 meters in height, then be transported back to your hotel.
Note:
-The itinerary can be changed due to the schedule of customers and weather conditions.
-If you wish to bathe in the hot springs, please message us upon booking, to reserve these.
If you have accepted the challenge of climbing Pico Mountain, congratulations!
With us, the climb will be at your pace with a dedicated Guide. Calm down because we have all day just for you.
Meeting at the "Mountain House", if you do not want "transfer included", it is time to check if we all have the proper equipment, protection, food, water and of course, the camera.
Our guide will accompany you along a trail, much of it in very irregular volcanic rock, which will require some effort and care. . Reaching the summit, the effort is rewarded by breathtaking, breathtaking landscapes.
First the crater, then the last stage: the Piquinho. This, with its 70 m high, will give more "fight" but inevitable to achieve the goal: 2351 m altitude, the highest point of the island of Pico, the Azores and Portugal. You will also see the 'fumaroles' that show the grandeur of the (dormant) volcano.
Land Tours wishes you a good climb!
The best way to see the Island of São Miguel.
Choose your own way to see the island the way you want with your family and friends.
Bring your tour plan or we do one for you with the best highlights.
oin this 6-day tour to discover the best of São Miguel, one of the islands of the exotic and remote Azores archipelago, the perfect destination for nature lovers and a world-leading example of sustainable tourism. Discover its dramatic landscapes: peaks bursting through the sea covered in vegetation, inhabited with a plethora of birdlife in diverse habitats, which range from lakes to forests, mountains and fields. Witness countless forms of aquatic life, oceanic dolphins, blue whales
• São Miguel Island: also called ‘Ilha Verde’ (Green Island), São Miguel is the biggest island in the Azores archipelago. It’s known for its volcanic scenery, flora and rich marine life (including whales!).
• Whale watching.
With ECO in mind our Hybrid 4x4 Vehicle has a go off-road capability with the luxury and comfort of a modern SUV, whilst being kinder to the environment.
All of Azores Connections tours are private and tailored to your pace and ability, leaving you relaxed and with a head full of memories from the nature that will surround you on this truly unique Island experience.
This is a Off-Road Tour to the west side of the island of São Miguel. On this tour you will have the unique opportunity to go literally on the "Rim of the Volcano" through the fun off-road path of Caminho da Cumeeira where one of the highlights is the stoppage at Pico da Cruz, a high point where you will have panoramic views above the wonderful crater and of several lakes of Sete Cidades. You will also have the opportunity to visit the picturesque & rural parish of Sete Cidades, the Twin Lakes, the tunnel, the arches bridge and the Neogothic style church of São Nicolau. Throughout the tour you will have also the chance to appreciate several other scenic views such as Pico do Carvão viewpoint, "Nove Janelas" wall, Cumeeiras lookout, Cerrado das Freiras viewpoint & many others with photo stops. This is a jeep tour that offers better and panoramic views. We will use alternative roads and show the best locations and hidden spots, which makes of it a unique and memorable experience.
The Azores are a rest for the body and soul that you need. On this tour you will visit the highest lake located in the center of São Miguel island it is one of the biggest lakes of the Azores it is also the youngest volcano on the island approximately 15 million years old and the last eruption occurred in 1563.
It happens quite often on Sao Miguel island to come across breathless views. It is relaxing and inspiring to sit on the edge of a volcano, watching at lakes located on this beautiful island in the middle of the ocean, and wondering how nature was able to create such a miracle.
This tour covers the main highlights of the west half to São Miguel island, including Sete Cidades, Fogo lake, Caldeira Velha, Ribeira Grande, and the pineapple greenhouses.
If you are staying in Ponta Delgada city our guide will pick you up at your accommodation between 9:00 – 9:20. If staying outside of Ponta Delgada city, please come meet our guide at the tourism office in Ponta Delgada downtown or contact us to request a pick-up.
The tour is made comfortably in a jeep Land Rover properly equipped for the purpose and is perfect for those who want to have a off-road experience in São Miguel Island.
This jeep tour to nordeste will stop in Sallto do Cavalo viewpoint and Park of Ribeira dos Caldeirões. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in the village of Nordeste, Following your lunch time we´ll visit Serra da Tronqueira. On our way to Ponta Delgada you´ll visit the first village to be populated on the island, the village of Povoação, as well as Vila Franca do Campo, known for its islet and its beautiful beaches.
NOTE: a minimum of 4 persons is required.
Come with us and enjoy the best panoramas of the island, passing through the most famous lagoons, waterfalls and stunning views, even passing through the Azorean pineapple plantation, being able to see the entire process and also taste the best products derived from it, all on a private tour in a van accompanied by experienced local guides, we are waiting for you.
Walking tours are a great way of orienting yourself with a new city especially when they organized with a knowledgeable local guide. They tend to take you to see all the major sights of interest and give you a chance to explore all the spots you would like to return to later on. Get to know Ponta Delgada - the largest and most important city of São Miguel and the Azores, with more than five centuries of existence. Enjoy a city walking tour in Ponta Delgada with the help of a professional guide. Take a stroll through the main streets of this Azores city and find a blend of architectural styles.
If you are looking for a full-day private tour filled with 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 on our route, we can change our tour so that nothing remains to be seen and you can enjoy the best of the Azores.
