Excursions & day trips

Private São Miguel highlights tour

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$925.00

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Language: English, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese

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Duration: from 7 hours to 8 hours

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Why you’ll love this…

Gaze at the mesmerizing Lagoa do Fogo, a lagoon located in a volcano crater
Relax as you take in the calming beauty of the Caldeira Velha hot springs
Walk through an ancient tea plantation and see the Salto do Cabrito waterfalls
Explore the island of São Miguel in an intimate setting, away from crowded tours
Marvel at the incredible natural wonder of the Sete Cidades lagoon in a crater

What to expect

Experience the beautiful island of São Miguel on a private tour for just you and your group. Be joined by friends or family on a fascinating adventure through mystifying lagoons, mighty waterfalls, and relaxing hot springs. Enjoy a quiet stroll around the oldest tea plantation in Europe.

Departing from Ponta Delgada tourist information centre, head toward the world-famous Sete Cidades lagoon, formed by a crater. 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. Drive over to the central part of the island. Enjoy the chance to purchase lunch at Ribeira Grande (not included), 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. Mix and match all of these amazing locations on the island and enjoy an unforgettable journey, customized especially for you.

What's included

Guided tour
Private transportation
Private tour
Child seat
Local guide
Multilingual guide
Tour guide
Pickup and drop-off from designated areas

What's not included

Food and drinks
Entrance fees
Tips (optional)

Where

Posto de Turismo de Ponta Delgada, Av. Infante Dom Henrique, 9500-769 Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Meeting point:

Meet your guide at Ponta Delgada tourist information centre. Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the start of the experience.

What to remember

Know in advance:

the price is indicated per group of 8 people. Maximum 1 group per booking
this tour does not have any long hikes, except for a short walk to reach the hot springs
if you wish to bathe in the hot springs, please message the local tour operator after booking. You will find their contact details in the voucher after booking
keep in mind that the weather can change rapidly, causing the tour to move at a slower pace for security reasons
the tour can be ended before the estimated time if the customers need so

Remember to bring:

passport or ID card
warm (during winter) and comfortable clothing and shoes; a towel and swimwear if you wish to swim in Caldeira Velha

Provider

Azorean Tales

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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