São Miguel 2-Day Premium Tour: Furnas, 7 Cidades, Fogo & Nordeste

Duration2 days

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesPortuguese, English, Spanish

Group sizeUp to 24 travelers

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover São Miguel in two unforgettable days on a premium small-group tour. Travel in luxury air-conditioned Mercedes Vito vans with a certified local guide, enjoying personalized commentary via onboard microphone and small touches like bottled water and towels on request. Explore Sete Cidades, Lagoa do Fogo, Furnas, and Nordeste at a relaxed pace, with time for photos, hidden viewpoints, and authentic Azorean experiences. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Enjoy carefully selected photo spots, insider tips, and moments for relaxation and enjoyment. Spacious seats ensure a comfortable ride, and optional stops allow your guide to tailor the experience for a truly personalized adventure. Perfect for travelers seeking a comfortable, memorable, and unforgettable Azores experience.

What's included

Transport in air-conditioned vehicle
Small group experience (maximum 8 participants)
Certified local guide
Insurance in accordance with Portuguese law
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Ponta Delgada, Ribeira Grande, Lagoa and Vila Franca area

Furnas Stew - Lunch cooked in volcanic soil, Vegetarian, vegan, options also available.
Buffet Lunch - Vegetarian, vegan, etc. Options also available.
entrance fees, such as hot springs or lunch) are not included, but can be purchased as extras.

What to expect

Day 1: Furnas & Nordeste – “The Enchanted Garden”

Praia Grande De Agua D'alto
10m

Admire a sandy beach of volcanic origin
Islet of Vila Franca do Campo
15m

Viewpoint of Sra. da Paz where from the top, we can see its incredible islet of Vila Franca do Campo, result of an underwater volcanic eruption. From the top of this belvedere, we an also see all the village center.
Lagoa das Furnas
15m

Explore the volcanological activities of one of the most active volcanoes in the Azores, as well as all its eruptive history over 100,000 years old
Caldeira das Furnas
15m

Visit to the center of the parish of Furnas to visit its various fumaroles, boilers and taste some mineral springs there
Parque Terra Nostra
1h · Admission ticket not included

Relax in thermal pools of hot springs, over more than 30 degrees.

This is an experience of thermal charisma, with the option of the client and alternative, between Poça da Dona Beija) and the pools of Parque Terra Nostra, where in addition to being able to swim, you can also visit its amazing Botanical Garden Terra Nostra Park, considered one of the best and largest in Europe. (Entry not included, available by choice or at customer’s expense)
Miradouro Pico Do Ferro
20m

See for yourself the imposing Pico do Ferro viewpoint, where from the top, you can see the magnitude of the Furnas volcanic crater and her lake
Parque Natural da Ribeira dos Caldeiroes
30m

One of the most visited areas in the Nordeste area, with its 5 Watermills and her amazing waterfall
Plantacoes de Cha Gorreana
30m

One of only two tea plantations / factories in Europe

Day 2: Sete Cidades & Lagoa do Fogo – “The Power of Nature”

Ananas Santo Antonio
20m

See for yourself and learn the whole process of growing pineapples in glass greenhouses, which take 2 years to generate
15m

Admire the vast expanse of volcanic cones between the Sete Cidades volcano and the Lagoa do Fogo volcano, offering a wide view of the coast of the north and south coast of the island
Lagoa do Canario
15m

Amazing hidden crater lake
Vista do Rei Miradouro
20m

The most emblematic belvedere of São Miguel, the Vista do Rei, so known, for having been there on July 6, 1901 King D. Carlos and Queen D. Amelia
Lagoa de Santiago
10m

Green Santiago Lagoon, located within the Sete Cidades volcanic crater, surrounded by typical Macaronesian vegetation and cryptomeria plantations
Caldeira das Sete Cidades
10m

Already in the center of Lagoa das Sete Cidades, a mandatory stop on the bridge that dividesthe blue from the green lake
Miradouro da Ponta do Escalvado
15m

With a heart purified by nature, we will head towards the Escalvado Viewpoint, situated on a pyroclastic cliff where, from above, we can admire the Monasteries and Ferraria, generated by the volcanic force of this area
Lagoa do Fogo
20m

Admire the pure nature of the lush crater of Lagoa do Fogo lake, with its turquoise waters from its incredible viewpoint
Centro de Interpretacao Ambiental Caldeira Velha
30m · Admission ticket not included

Visit the natural hot spring pools at Caldeira Velha park. (Entry not included, available by choice or at customer’s expense);

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The van with your guide may arrive anytime between 9:00 and 9:45 AM, depending on other pickups at the tourism office (Ponta Delgada).

End point

The van with your guide may arrive anytime between 9:00 and 9:45 AM, depending on other pickups at the tourism office (Ponta Delgada).

Pickup details

Pickups start at 9:00 AM and may continue until 9:45 AM, depending on guest locations.
Please be ready outside your accommodation at 9:00 AM.
Pickup is available from Ponta Delgada, Lagoa, Ribeira Grande, and Vila Franca do Campo.
In some cases, guests may be asked to meet at a nearby strategic pickup point if the accommodation is on a narrow or hard-to-access street.

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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