Vila Franca do Campo Tours and Tickets

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.

See the highlights of Sao Miguel, the largest island in the Portuguese Azores archipelago, on this 2-day tour from Ponta Delgada. With this tour, skip the hassle of renting a car and enjoy easy transportation to remote areas of Sao Miguel Island. Experience the local culture, taste regional cuisine, and visit idyllic crater lakes such as Fire Lake, Sete Cidades Lake, and Furnas Lake.

Set out on a full-day whale watching tour from the Marina of Vila Franca do Campo. Learn about the behavior of dolphins and whales during the boat journey and then relax over lunch in a seafront restaurant. Return to the marina for a ride on a traditional fishing boat to see the Princess Ring Islet. Enjoy free time for swimming and snorkeling.

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.

Explore the wonders of Sao Miguel's Furnas Valley on this informative full-day tour with a small group, including lunch. Visit the island's famed ceramic factories, snap memorable photos at Caloura, Vila Franca Do Campo and Furnas. See Furnas lake and the surrounding hot springs and indulge in a traditional Sao Miguel lunch of 'cozido,' a rich stew cooked by thermal vents underground. You won't want to miss the tea factory and the Ribeira Grande City with its beautiful architecture. This is a small group tour to ensure a quality experience.

Spend time admiring the natural outdoor beauty of Furnas on this Hot Springs half-day tour. You won't have to worry about getting lost on unmarked countryside roads, as round-trip transport is included, and your guide will navigate. Save time waiting in visitor lines, as admission tickets are provided. Get access to the Furnas Lagoon, Terra Nostra Botanic Gardens, the fumaroles, and much more.

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.

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.

Make the most of your vacation time with this boat tour of the Sao Miguel coast near Ponta Delgada. In a few hours, travel along the coast as far as the Vila Franca do Campo Islet and back, passing Sao Roque and Caloura along the way. Keep your cameras handy for beautiful views of the island and beaches, spot dolphins and other sea life, and try out kayaks, stand-up paddle boards, and snorkeling gear.