10 Sightseeing Tours in Sao Miguel That You Shouldn't Miss

January 18, 2022 Viva Honore

Discover the best top things to do in Sao Miguel, Portugal including Azores 4x4 Private Shore Excursion from Ponta Delgada, Azores - Private Shore Excursion up to 8 persons - The blue & green lake, Furnas Lake Hotsprings and Gardens Van Tour, Sao Miguel Island Private Tours up to 8 guests, Full Day Sete Cidades with kayak, Visit the Island with a Local - Private Car and Guide - Tailor Made, Half Day Private Tour, São Miguel, Azores. Price per car, 8-Hour Private Tour in 4x4 Vehicle from Ponta Delgada, Among Whales and Volcanoes Full Day Tour Including Lunch, Azores Whale Watching & Islet Boat Tour.
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1. Azores 4x4 Private Shore Excursion from Ponta Delgada

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See the sights of Azores on your stop in Ponta Delgada on this off-road tour of the natural outdoors. Once you are picked at the pier, get ready for a half-day of exploring. You can choose from three tour options, each with its own destination: Sete Cidades, Furnas or Lagoa do Fogo but other options can be considered in the time frame available.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Driver/guide, Port pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Entrance fees in thermal pools and natural parks, Food and drinks

Reviewed By Richard B

Delfim the guide is great. He is very friendly, funny, on-time, knows the area, plans a fun trip and makes sure everyone is ok and happy. We loved the time getting off the main roads and exploring the hard to get to places of the island. Beautiful views and exhilarating experiences. Thanks again to Alice and Delfim.

2. Azores - Private Shore Excursion up to 8 persons - The blue & green lake

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Explore the Twin Lakes volcano with the blue and green lake in a stress-free private tour up to 8 persons. Perhaps the most emblematic place in San Miguel, this is "only" one of the seven wonders of Portugal. Place of legends and stories, where each one is a King or a Queen. This is a place to store through a photo, or as someone once said,  'no photography is able to portray such beauty, I prefer to keep in mind what my eye see'. Admire one of the seven natural wonders of Portugal, be amazed by the beauty of the blue and green lake.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities, Personal purchases

Reviewed By nadiadD7533WW

I booked a last minute tour with Miguel for a private visit of the Island and it was just wonderful! He was very accommodating, lovely to talk to and willing to make the experience as nice as possible for the client. I had a few places in mind I really wanted to visit and he managed to find a way to take me to all of them. He is also very knowledgeable about the island and had a few anecdotes in his sleeves ;) I truly cannot recommend him enough and will definitely call him again whenever I come back to Ponta Delgada.

3. Furnas Lake Hotsprings and Gardens Van Tour

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Enjoy  the views of south coast the islet of Vila Franca , the Village ( First capital ),Furnas lake and Botanical Gardens, volcanic fumaroles and hotsprings during 3/4 hours, back to Ponta Delgada by north coast views of the island .  the pick up and drop off on Cruiser ships terminal or Hotel in Ponta Delgada, tour by certified guide, this tour is by confortable  8 passengers van with A/C,  its a exeprience you don t regret.

Inclusions: Its incluide the Pick up and drop off in terminal cruiser ship or hotel in Ponta Delgada, Transportation with certified guide with all legacy ensurance, Fuel surcharge

Exclusions: Its not incluide Food and drinks, snacks,suvenirs, lunch, entrance in gardens and hotsprings

4. Sao Miguel Island Private Tours up to 8 guests

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Sao Miguel Private tours provide a flexible personalized experience for your family or group. The vehicle fits 8 guests comfortablely with a large storage space for towels, swimwear etc. Have a personal driver and guide to take you anywhere.

Inclusions: Guide, Personal Driver

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Reviewed By Jsbvermont

This was our second visit to São Miguel and we didn't hesitate to coordinate with Sarah again this year for assistance. Again, we found Sarah to be professional, friendly, and accommodating. We did both full and half day excursions and hikes with her. The full days are packed and Sarah knows the people and the island well. Sarah's prices are competitive and well worth the expense. Touring with Sarah gave us insight into the island that we would never had gotten from renting a car on our own. She's fantastic and we highly recommend her.

5. Full Day Sete Cidades with kayak

Av. Infante Dom Henrique 105, 9500-150 Ponta Delgada, Portugal Tiko Adventures
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doing a full day tour in seven cities, you have the chance to do the sightseeing in the morning, after a lunch in the best local restaurant of Sete Cidades, ending up with a walk and kayaking at the lakes

Inclusions: 2hours kayak, only selected drinks and buffet

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Reviewed By justinksu

Artur speaks great English. The tea factory was cool. The hot springs and botanical garden was great. The plethora of hot springs gave us a good feel for how alive the island is.

6. Visit the Island with a Local - Private Car and Guide - Tailor Made

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You didn´t have the time to read your guidebook and want to see as much as possible of the island in a day? If you don´t want to rent a car, or just want to relax and stay away from having to navigate in a foreign place, just let a local like me do this for you. Believe me it is a great way for you to get to know the ways around the island. I know the island better than no other, and I will take you to all of our favorite places around: volcanos, thermal pools, waterfalls, lakes and breathtaking viewpoints. I will show and explain to you this little natural paradise I call home, in the way I myself like to see it and experience it. You can choose to navigate the Center & West or Center & East of the island. It is not possible to see all of the island in one day, but you can book this experience twice for 2 full days of exploring all the island.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Bottled water

Exclusions: Entrance Fees to Thermal Pools and Lava Caves

Reviewed By Mascottone1

Tour guide was fantastic--very knowledgeable and very interesting. Wanted to thank him for the act of kindness-he gave lunch leftovers to a hungry cat-thank you so much for that!

7. Half Day Private Tour, São Miguel, Azores. Price per car

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The best way to visit the island of São Miguel is on a private tour with a local guide. No need to worry about where to go or how to get there. On a private tour the car is exclusively occupied by you, your family or friends. A great benefit to this type of tour is the flexibility of changing schedules and places to visit or even making changes to routes because of inclement weather. You can personalize your tour based on your interests, or ask your guide for recommendations. This Half Day Private Tour is ideal for: - Visiting Lagoa das Sete Cidades with multiple stops along the way. or - Visiting Lagoa do Fogo with multiple stops along the way. Pickup and drop-off at any hotel or accommodation within 5 km from Ponta Delgada. Other pickup and drop-off location must add transfer cost. The vehicle has a maximum capacity of 4 people. The maximum ideal occupancy is 3 adults and one child. Shore Excursions, please add the name of Cruise and expected arrival time.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, Facilities entrance fees

Reviewed By AnonymousA169

Title says it all: easy, reliable transfer Ignore this remaining comment - it's kind of nonsensical that Trip advisor requires 100 characters to review an airport transfer. What else is there to say other than it worked on time or it did not.

8. 8-Hour Private Tour in 4x4 Vehicle from Ponta Delgada

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Enjoy this 8-hour tour which can be tailored entirely to your needs and preferences. Use a 4x4 and skilled guide/driver to explore Azores, Portugal at your own pace.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Use of 4x4 and driver/guide for 8 hours

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By djhowes

My wife and I had pre-booked this trip, and along with another couple, we were picked up at the cruise terminal. The weather was poor but was forecast to get better as the morning went on. Knowing this, our friendly, knowledgeable guide reversed his normal route, such that we visited the volcanic basalt rock formations at Ponta da Ferraria first - albeit in the pouring rain. From there it was a tour and stop for coffee at the village of Mosteiros. As the weather started to lift, we headed inland to the northern edge of the caldera above the Blue Lagoon, sitting just below the cloud level. From there it was down into Sete Cidades, and then back up the other side, by now in full sunshine. From there it was back to Ponta Delgada and abrief tour of the town. All-in-all the tour was excellent value, and we saw a lot more than others on the cruise ship who had taken the standard minibus tour.

9. Among Whales and Volcanoes Full Day Tour Including Lunch

Ponta Delgada, Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel, Azores Green Visions Tours
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Immerse in the natural beauty of the Azores on this full-day whales and volcanoes tour. Observe several varieties of whales in their natural habitat and look out for dolphins jumping in the water. Travel by boat along the coastline towards Lagoa do Fogo and Caldeira Velha, feasting on a delicious lunch along the way. Visit an active volcano and learn how scientists are using energy from the volcano to produce electricity. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to see the Azores' real beauty.

Inclusions: Buffet lunch with drinks, Boat tour

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Reviewed By 241oussamas

I booked this tour 3 days in advance and have received the confirmation immediately. Less than 24h before the tour, I've received a message from the company telling me that I need to cancel as the sufficient number was not meeted. As it was less then 24 hours, cancelling means I won't get my money back. When I explained that to the company, they told me just cancel, we will refund you...They also promessed that they will do their best to arrange me another tour as my time was very limited on the island. After I've canceled, I was charged the amount and the company stopped answering me! I ended up doing the procedure with viator to get refund. This company has wasted my time and didn't do any effort to fix it.

10. Azores Whale Watching & Islet Boat Tour

Azores Whale Watching TERRA AZUL™, Marina de Vila Franca do Campo 4, 9680-187 Vila Franca Do Campo, Portugal Azores Whale Watching TERRA AZUL
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Join an exciting Marine Wildlife tour with Biologists and Naturalists, to see and learn more about Whales, Dolphins, Turtles, Fish, Birds, and the season's marine biodiversity of the Azores Islands! Unlock the island's scenic coastline, the sandy beaches and the Princess Ring Islet of Vila Franca do Campo, along with all the best kept secrets of sea life in the heart of the Atlantic.

Inclusions: Knowledgeable Wildlife Guide, Experienced Skipper, Zodiac RIB Boat (12 or 28 pax), Impermeable Top and Life Vest, Insurance

Exclusions: Hotel Pickup and Drop-off, Personal Water Supply

Reviewed By mochuelo1936

Very good experience but just a bit short. We didn't spent enought time looking for more species of whales and dolphins.

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