Tours and Trips in Ponta Delgada

Explore the spectacular scenery of Sete Cidades by going on this half-day jeep tour. You won't have to plan any transport as hotel pickup and drop-off is included. A jeep tour will give you access to areas you couldn't reach alone, such as volcanic craters, lakes, and off-road viewpoints. Highlights include Empadadas Lake, Canario Lake, Carvao, Vista do Rei, Sete Cidades Lake, and Cerrado das Freiras.

Capture the natural beauty of Sao Miguel Island with your camera during this half-day photography tour. Follow a professional landscape photographer guide to see lagoons and volcanic craters. Visit the Sete Cicades lakes, the Mosteiros coastline, and the thermal pools of Ferraria.

Fitting all your activities into your vacation can be hard, but this private Lagoa do Fogo tour is easy to squeeze into your schedule with a short duration time and two different start times offered. You'll get to explore Lagoa do Fogo and the Caldeira Velha nature reserve with a guide who knows the quickest ways around to see the most in the least amount of time. Plus, you'll end the day with a relaxing liquor tasting.

Visit some of Sao Miguel's most beautiful sites on this action-packed half-day tour. Save time organizing your own transport by having hotel pickup and drop-off included. You'll travel with a guide along the coast, stopping off at interesting sites en route, such as Santa Iris viewpoint, a tea factory, Pico do Ferro viewpoint, and Furnas Volcano and Hot Springs. You'll also get to see a natural kitchen where volcano heat is used to cook food.

Spend time outdoors in a picturesque setting on this Sao Miguel Island tour. Hiking in a new place can be daunting, but a guide will lead the way, so you won't have to worry about getting lost. Your guide will also enhance your tour by pointing out the best views along the way. Experience the epitome of peacefulness by taking part in silent meditation and light yoga. Conveniently a delicious picnic is also included.

Discover the 'Lake of Fire' on this small-group hiking tour that takes place on Wednesdays. Explore the lush jungle of Sao Miguel as you make your way up to Lagoa do Fogo, 1800 feet above sea level, and enjoy a dip in the cool waters. Admire the beautiful views of the southern coast of Sao Miguel during your descent and complete about 7.5 miles by the end of the tour.

Admire Sao Miguel's natural beauty on a hop-on hop-off bus tour from Ponta Delgada. Absorb the mountain landscapes as you head to the Sete Cidades (Seven Cities lagoons) and back. Hop on and off at four stops on the 110-minute loop to follow walking trails and see attractions like the Lagoa do Canario (Canary Lake). Or stay aboard to experience the scenery, including the Sete Cidades lakes, from the Vista do Rei viewpoint.

In this experience you will enjoy the warm waters of the Dona Beija Pool, located in Furnas, on the island of Sao Miguel, where you can enjoy unique moments of relaxation in hot springs. An obligatory experience during your stay in the Azores. This is one of the places most visited by tourists, given its characteristics and magic. Below you find all information about the Dona Beija Pool, formerly known as Poça da Juventude.

WHAT TO EXPECT - Visit Furnas Lake and enjoy all its beautiful surroundings; - Bath in the warm waters of Terra Nostra Garden; - Enjoy a relaxing drive along the south and north coast of the island of Sao Miguel.

See the massive volcanic crater of Sete Cidades on a half-day tour with an informative guide. Cast your eyes over the sweeping landscape punctuated by the blue and green Empadadas and Canario lakes. You're treated to multiple viewpoints overlooking the crater and south coast of the island. Enjoy morning tea and snacks with pick-up and drop-off included from your Ponta Delgada hotel or the cruise port.

Discover the east side of Sao Miguel island, home to volcanic landscapes and geothermal wonders, on a 9-hour day trip from Ponta Delgada. Admire panoramic views from Nossa Senhora da Paz, a secluded mountain church, visit Furnas Lake (Lagoa das Furnas) and observe volcanic springs and gas vents. Enjoy a relaxing bath in the thermal pools of Furnas (optional, not included). Plus, you'll eat a 'cozido' lunch cooked in geothermal grounds, visit the beautiful waterfall of Ribeira dos Caldeirões, and take a tour of a tea factory.

Make the most of your limited time in the Azores on this private full-day shore excursion. In the company of just your party and a guide, go off the beaten track in a 4WD to see unspoiled nature such as mountains, shimmering lakes, and volcanic craters. Embark upon some of the islands' best hiking trails, swim in a natural pool, and enjoy a hearty lunch of Azorean specialties and regional liquors before heading back to the ship.

This full-day Sete Cidades tour is the perfect choice for travelers who have limited time on Sao Miguel island. After a hotel pickup, you'll travel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle between scenic highlights. Top sites you'll see include Lagoa do Canario, Lagoa Santiago, the Fire Lake, Ribeira Grande, Caldeira Velha natural park, and more. You won't have to worry about bringing snacks with you, as a local lunch and a liqueur tasting are included.

Hike through some of Sao Miguel Island's most beautiful scenery, and get up close and personal with the sights, when you embark on a full-day walking tour. Meet your guide in central Ponta Delgada, and transfer to the trailhead at Sete Cidades. Over the course of your roughly 4.5-mile (7-kilometer) hike, you'll ascend to the Vista do Rei viewing point, will discover the region's beautiful lakes, will admire panoramic views stretching across the island, and more.

Explore the volcanic region of Sao Miguel Island on this half-day tour. Visit a pineapple plantation in Arruda and learn about how the fruit grows in this unique climate. Drive straight to the center of the crater to explore the Sete Cidades Parish and check out the various viewpoints to admire the stunning panoramic views of the island.

Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Caldeira de Sete Cidades on a Jeep tour from Ponta Delgada. The Sete Cidades volcanic complex on the western side of Sao Miguel Island is one of the more famous sites in the Azores. Stop at scenic lookouts such as Rocha de Relva and Pico do Carvao, and walk along the caldera rim to look at the twin lakes. Visit the village of Mosteiros and have the option to swim in natural thermal pools near the Ferraria coast on this informative tour.

Explore the wilderness of Ponta Delgada on a hike to Ribeira Funda and Furnas. Discover the abundant flora and fauna of the area as you take in the beautiful coastal scenery. Enjoy a delicious lunch along the way and even take a dip in the cool waters after a long day of hiking. Spend the day immersed in nature and see the 'wild side' of the Azores.

On this full-day tour you will find some of the most emblematic places on the island of Sao Miguel, passing by the iconic Caloura bathing area, Vila Franca, the island's first capital and its breathtaking convent candies. The tour will continue towards the Furnas where you can relax in thermal waters, observing the secondary manifestations of the Furnas volcano, next to the lagoon you will observe the confection of your lunch, cooked in the natural heat of the earth. After lunch you will meet breathtaking viewpoints and still visit the Gorreana tea factory.

The best way to explore the beauty of the Azores is on a boat. Take two boat tours in a single day on this sightseeing tour from Ponta Delgada, which includes a 3-hour whale watching tour and a trip on a converted traditional fishing boat to a snorkeling spot rich in fish diversity.

Hike along some of Sao Miguel's best trails and discover the beauty of the Azores. Walk through lush forests to reach a beautiful waterfall. Admire the picturesque scenery as you enjoy a picnic by the falls and then make your way back through the small village Vila Franca do Campo to get a glimpse of local life.