Green Wonder – Complete Tour of the Flowers with Lunch

4.8 (70 reviews) Azores, Portugal
Duration7h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesPortuguese, English, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 8 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This tour is special because it allows you to discover Flores Island in one complete day, combining history, nature, culture and local traditions.

Participants explore viewpoints, the 7 lagoons, waterfalls and traditional villages, accompanied by a certified and experienced local guide who shares authentic knowledge about the island.

Lunch is included at a regional restaurant, with an all-you-can-eat buffet offering the opportunity to taste local cuisine.

The small-group experience, flexible itinerary and opportunity to connect with nature and enjoy short walks make this tour a memorable way to discover Flores.

What's included

  • Personal accident and third-party liability insurance
  • Certified and experienced local guide – Multilingual service (PT, EN, ES, FR)
  • Comfortable transport in licensed vehicles: Fiat Talento for groups of up to 8 people; Dacia Jogger for smaller groups (up to 7 people), with air conditioning and child seats
  • Drinks included with the buffet lunch: 1 drink per person, your choice of: Juice Water (still or sparkling) Beer Glass of wine

What to expect

  1. 10m
    At the Caimbros Viewpoint, the guide will show you panoramic views of the coast, the Atlantic and the island’s green landscape, whilst explaining the local history and culture.
  2. 10m
    At the Miradouro dos Cedros viewpoint, your guide will show you the view of Corvo Island and the coast of Flores Island, sharing information about the local geography and history. It is a spot much loved by our visitors for its tranquillity and the feeling of being at the top of the island, making it ideal for taking in the scenery and snapping photos.
  3. Miradouro Do Ilheu Furado
    15m
    At the Ilhéu Furado viewpoint, the guide will point out the rock formations in the sea and the surrounding coastline, explaining the local geology and history. Visitors enjoy the spot for its unobstructed view of the Atlantic and the chance to photograph Ilhéu Furado up close.
  4. 15m
    At the Machado Museum, the guide will show visitors artefacts, photographs and mementos of local life, explaining the history and traditions of the island of Flores. Visitors enjoy the museum because it gives them a better understanding of the culture and daily life of the local people, including the museum’s owner, and they can sample his liqueur, which is made on the island.
  5. 10m
    At Pico do Meio-Dia, the guide will show you the island’s landscape, the Atlantic horizon and the island of Corvo, sharing information about the geography and local points of interest.
  6. 10m
    The guide takes you to a tranquil volcanic lake on the island’s central plateau, with clear waters and surrounded by a gentle ring of tuff cones. It is a popular spot for birdwatching in the wild and for soaking up the tranquillity of the island’s interior, offering excellent opportunities for photography and explanations of the geological formation of this place.
  7. Caldeira Negra e Caldeira Comprida
    15m
    At Lagoa Negra, your guide will show you one of the island’s best-known volcanic lagoons, with dark, deep waters that contrast with the surrounding vegetation. The lagoon lies next to Lagoa Comprida, forming a group of lagoons with distinct shapes and unique colours, often described by our visitors as one of Flores’ most striking natural landscapes
  8. Miradouro do Portal
    10m
    Another viewpoint we will pass by is the Portal Viewpoint. At this viewpoint, the guide will stop to show you the island’s west coast and the Atlantic Ocean, explaining the geology and interesting facts about how the island was formed. You will be able to enjoy the sweeping views, take photographs and gain a better understanding of the relationship between the island and the sea.
  9. Poco da Ribeira do Ferreiro
    1h
    At Poço da Ribeira do Ferreiro, the guide will stop to show you the waterfalls and the surrounding valley, explaining the local geology and typical vegetation. You’ll be able to watch the water cascading down multiple levels, take photographs and soak up the tranquillity of the spot. This stop involves a walk of about 1.5 km, so make sure you’ve got your trainers and camera ready – this place is sure to impress.
  10. Cascata do Poco do Bacalhau
    30m
    At Poço do Bacalhau, the guide will stop to show you the impressive waterfall that flows into a natural pool, explaining interesting facts about the local geology and vegetation. You can enjoy the scenery, take photographs and, depending on the conditions, even take a dip in the water, in a setting typical of the island of Flores.
  11. Faja Grande
    20m
    In Fajã Grande, the guide will stop to show you the westernmost village in Europe, explaining the local history, the lives of the inhabitants and interesting facts about the region. Visitors will be able to explore the streets, admire the traditional architecture and take photographs, whilst soaking up the village’s peaceful atmosphere.
  12. 10m
    On Monchique Islet, the guide will stop at the Fajã Grande lighthouse to show you the westernmost point in Europe. At the same time, you can admire the Atlantic, the coastal waterfalls and the islet – a view found nowhere else in the world – take photographs and hear interesting facts about the local geography and history.
  13. Rocha dos Bordoes
    10m
    At Rocha dos Bordões, the guide will stop to show you the unique vertical basalt columns, explaining how they were formed and their geological significance. Visitors will be able to get a close-up view of this impressive formation, take photographs and enjoy the surrounding landscape.
  14. Lajes das Flores
    2h
    Stop for lunch at a regional restaurant, where an all-you-can-eat buffet featuring regional dishes will be served, allowing you to sample the local cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere.
  15. Caldeira Rasa e Caldeira Funda
    20m
    At Caldeira Rasa and Caldeira Funda, the guide will stop to show you two volcanic lakes in the centre of the island, explaining their geological formation and the typical vegetation surrounding them.
  16. Miradouro Craveiro Lopes
    10m
    At the Craveiro Lopes Viewpoint, the guide will stop to show you a sweeping view of the coast and the island’s villages, explaining the local geography and sharing interesting facts about the history and culture of these villages. You’ll be able to take in the valley scenery, take photographs and soak up the tranquillity of the place.
  17. Lagoa Da Lomba
    15m
    At Lagoa da Lomba, the guide will stop to show you a peaceful lagoon in the island’s interior, surrounded by pastures and rolling hills. Visitors can admire the calm water reflecting the landscape.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please head to our shop, located opposite Santa Cruz das Flores Airport. Look out for our guide wearing an Experience OC T-shirt and the vehicle bearing the company logo.

End point

Please head to our shop, located opposite Santa Cruz das Flores Airport. Look out for our guide wearing an Experience OC T-shirt and the vehicle bearing the company logo.

Pickup details

To make your stay in Flores even more hassle-free, Experience OC offers a pick-up and drop-off service directly to your accommodation, whether it’s a hotel, guesthouse or holiday home

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • É obrigatório informar o guia sobre condições médicas relevantes antes do início do tour.
  • Todos os participantes devem seguir as instruções do guia para garantir a segurança durante toda a experiência.
  • To activate the insurance, we require the full names and dates of birth of all participants.

Cancellation policy

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

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