Top Things to do in Ribeira Grande
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Top 10 Tours in Ribeira Grande, Azores
Discover the best top things to do in Ribeira Grande, Portugal including Full Day Lagoa do Fogo Tour + Walking + Lunch + Liquor Tasting PRIVATE, Full Day Furnas, Full Day tour to the Seven Wonders of São Miguel Island, Half Day Lagoa do Fogo & Thermal, Totally personalized private tour to Furnas (East), Full Day Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo, Hidden Gems of São Miguel Island Full Day Tour, Visit the Island with a Local - Private Car and Guide - Tailor Made, Adapted Van Tour - Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo (Full day), Adapted Van tour - Furnas (Full day).
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1. Full Day Lagoa do Fogo Tour + Walking + Lunch + Liquor Tasting PRIVATE
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
PRIVATE TOUR - Explore the central massif of Serra de Água de Pau on 4WD tour. See Lagoa do Fogo (Fire Lake), the 2nd largest lake on the island and consider to be one of the 10 most beautiful wild beaches in the World. With tracks that are lined by native flora the entire area was classified by the European Commission as a Special Area of Conservation and part of the Natura 2000 network. Step in to another dimension with the walking trail of Janela do Inferno (Hell´s Window) made through tunnels, Jurassic vegetation and majestic scenery waiting to be seen. Stop at Caldeira Velha to regain energy with a dip in natural thermal pools surrounded by the most lushly endemic vegetation. Lunch will be at Ribeira Grande town. After lunch a small walk around the town followed by a visit to the local liquor factory for a taste of our local liquors. Don’t forget to bring walking boots, swimming suits and towels.
Inclusions: Lunch, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Caldeira Velha thermal pools entrance fee
Reviewed By Jocho99
My wife and me did a 4hour coastal fishing tour with Sergio and Natacha who run Seazores and we can highly recommend it. Both make you feel at home on their boat from the first minute and we spend 4 fantastic hours bottom fishing, chatting, drinking a couple of beers and getting excellent advice for things to do and restaurants. Needless to say we caught our dinner too. What makes them outstanding is the passion they have for their job and the Azores and their genuine friendliness.
2. Full Day Furnas
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
allow you to know a little bit more about the volcanoes of Furnas, a place where you can see some volcanic activity and have some relax time at the thermal pools. Besides this, you still have the chance to try a unique dish cooked inside of the earth with the natural steam released from the volcano.
Inclusions: Lunch, Local guide, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Fuel surcharge, Coffee and/or Tea
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Parque Terra Nostra entrance fees
Reviewed By Stephanie2609
Artur was the friendliest guide you can imagine! I highly recommend the tour to Nordeste, with lots of stops at cool spots, beautiful viewpoints, parks etc. If you're looking for some time away from the crowds at P.D. + want to experience the rural/more native Azores: go north!
3. Full Day tour to the Seven Wonders of São Miguel Island
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
This full-day tour of the Seven Natural Wonders of São Miguel, we selected 7 places Natural Wonders, being by many the best places with the greatest tourist highlight on the island of São Miguel, is intended for the public that does not have many days, during their stay in São Miguel, this way you get to know some of the best and most beautiful places on our island. We will explore the Lakes of Sete Cidades, Lagoa do Fogo and Furnas, the Tea Plantation, the Boilers and Fumaroles in Furnas and a magnificent waterfall (Salto do Cabrito) and also enjoy the views over the sea coast and the islet of Vila Franca do Campo.
Inclusions: Lunch, Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (hotels in Ponta Delgada, Lagoa, Vila Franca do Campo and Ribeira Grande), Transport by air-conditioned minivan
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Reviewed By patriceragot
I did find the service comfortable and it seems to go "everywhere" in Ponta Delgada... But despite the advert they do have only one trip per hour... but it is plenty as both ways I was alone in the bus...
4. Half Day Lagoa do Fogo & Thermal
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Embark on an adventurous half-day tour of Lagoa do Fogo with a private guide. See marvelous areas such as Caldeiras da Ribeira Grande and Pico da Barrosa, the highest point of a mountain, a lagoon that presents crystalline and blue waters, being for many the most beautiful lagoon of the island of São Miguel.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Lunch, Entrance to Caldeira Velha (thermal waters)
Reviewed By Femwi
My friend and I had a blast with Sabrina on our private tours in Sao Miguel. She was patient, fun and helpful on both trips (Furnac and Sete Cidades) It felt as though she was also on vacation with us. She was our driver, tour guide and photographer. We searched everywhere for passion fruit ice cream and Sabrina found it for us at the end of our tour...that was a perfect end. Can't wait to visit Sao Miguel and connect with her again. We highly recommend her for tours in Sao Miguel. She is very knowledgeable, fun and full of ideas for the tours.
5. Totally personalized private tour to Furnas (East)
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Turn your day in a memorable moment with a totally personalized private tour, be part of a stress-free journey in São Miguel island. We take care of you all day, deciding with you what to see, where to go, when, and how long. Never feel rush or that you skip something better, we're here to take you to where you really want. Transport by mini-van up to 8. Just lay back and relax.
Inclusions: Afternoon tea, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Bottled water
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By U4963TNmaryp
We picked the all-in-one tour which included Twin Lakes, fire Lakes and furnas. We were greeted at the cruise ship terminal with our name on a board. After everyone arrived we took off in a van and proceeded to sightsee this Island. Besides the beauty of the island one thing that stood out to us was how clean it was, we did not see any litter on the highway,roads or anywhere. We spent the day zipping here and there giving us enough time to get out and look around at each stop. Now that we have seen the island if we ever go back we would like to just strictly go to the hot springs/bath and enjoy a meal that has been cooked in the ground. Their van was comfortable and tour guides were pleasant and happily answered any questions asked.
6. Full Day Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
Beginning the tour from the South of San Miguel, visit the Ceramica Vieira factory and see how local pottery is made. Witness the cultural process and look around for souvenirs. The next stop takes you up the mountain of Lagoa do Fogo. Then head down to the Caldeira Velha, a small garden where you can bathe yourself in warm water heated by the volcano. Feeling refreshed after the bath, head next to the Ribeira Grande, a city where you can taste several liqueurs produced by Mulher from the Capote Factory. Eat a unique lunch at Lagoa, with their traditionally inspired cuisine. After lunch head out to see more of the natural features of the island. Stop and see the Sete Cidades Volcano, with more magnificent views over various lagoons. The tour will finish at the Augusto Arruda's Pineapple Plantation, where you will be able to see how local pineapples are produced.
Inclusions: Lunch, Bottled water
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Reviewed By randr360
We had two great tours (one 'solo' to Furnas and east, one w/ 3 other random couples to Sete Cidades) with Samuel Rego of Greencorner Tours, who grew up on Sao Miguel. Not only knowledgeable he is a great guy to spend a day with, speaking excellent English and a good conversationalist. He was also a good driver, no small thing with mountainous roads. We would highly recommend seeing Sao Miguel with Sam!
7. Hidden Gems of São Miguel Island Full Day Tour
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5.0 based on 35 reviews
Spend a day exploring hidden gems of São Miguel Island, away from the big crowds! The island of São Miguel is beautiful everywhere and has a lot to see besides the super famous attractions. Tour in comfort by minivan in a small group led by an expert guide. Drive through the quiet roads of the inner island surrounded by forests and green pastures. See the native vegetation of the Azores in well-preserved areas and learn about their uses in the early history of the islands. From ample views from mountain tops, to waterfalls, cliffs, a small lake, this tour goes to many amazing places that are not part of the main tourist itineraries. This tour is accessible to everyone and doesn’t require difficult walks.
Inclusions: Lunch included with drinks, dessert and espresso
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Reviewed By lgiesta
Loved our Hidden Gems tour so much we ended up scrapping our other plans last minute in order to add the East Tour including Furnas w/ lunch tour. As always, the tour guides (we had Filipe on one tour and Miguel on the other) are very knowledgeable, speak fluent English, are super friendly, and really go above and beyond (like they'll carry your babies for you. Seriously). The vans are spacious and comfortable, the prices are more than reasonable, and the sights you will see are priceless. I cannot say enough good things about these tours- a great way to see the island, learn something about its history and culture, take in breathtaking scenery and to just RELAX!
8. Visit the Island with a Local - Private Car and Guide - Tailor Made
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
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!
9. Adapted Van Tour - Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo (Full day)
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Our adapted van tours are suitable for people with reduced mobility. Let your self be fascinated by the two biggest lakes on the island: Lagoa do Fogo and Lagoa das Sete Cidades. In the category of non-marine aquatic areas, Lagoa das Sete Cidades is considered one of the seven wonders of Portugal. In the volcanic complex of Sete Cidades you can visit the Escalvado viewpoint, Sete Cidades village, Lagoa de Santiago, Vista do Rei and Carvão viewpoint. In the Fogo complex, you can enjoy the stunning view of Pico da Barrosa, following the Lagoa do Fogo viewpoint and Caldeira Velha thermal springs. The city of Ribeira Grande will be your last stop. NOTE: a minimum of 2 persons is required.
Inclusions: Lunch, transfer to and from hotel, Insurance, Guide
Exclusions: Bottled water, Bath in the Caldeira Velha
Reviewed By Madeleine W
First the negative - don't do this if you have a serious fear of heights. And if it's cloudy enough that you can't see the peaks from below, don't even bother. Now the positive - however scary some of the trail looks as if it might be from below, it isn't as bad as you expect when you get up to the scary-looking bits. And if you can see the views at all they are wonderful, especially on a very clear day. The trail itself is a mix of different landscapes, first climbing through a mossy gully, then past a green bog full of noisy frogs, then up a bleakly beautiful grassy cone to a lookout point with views for miles, followed by another lookout point with views of a lake, then through heath and bracken, down to some woods around a different lakeside, then a climb up through more woods and lovely plants. It's free, and there is a car park and very clear signage. Take a photo of the map in the car park, you won't need it but it's interesting to look at to see where you are.
10. Adapted Van tour - Furnas (Full day)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Our adapted van tours are suitable for people with reduced mobility. Join us on a magnificent tour to Furnas valley where you can experience the volcanic origin of São Miguel Island. The tour will have its first stop in Vila Franca do Campo, followed by a visit to the Lagoa das Furnas, where its cooked the famous cozido das Furnas. After lunch at a local restaurant, Parque Terra Nostra waits for you. In Furnas we´ll also visit the Caldeiras das Furnas and the famous Pico do Ferro viewpoint. Still on the north coast on our way to Ponta Delgada you can taste the typical green tea at the Gorreana Tea Factory and amaze yourself with Santa Iria Viewpoint. NOTE: a minimum of two persons is required.
Inclusions: Lunch, Insurance, Pick-up and drop-off, Guide
Exclusions:
Reviewed By Madeleine W
First the negative - don't do this if you have a serious fear of heights. And if it's cloudy enough that you can't see the peaks from below, don't even bother. Now the positive - however scary some of the trail looks as if it might be from below, it isn't as bad as you expect when you get up to the scary-looking bits. And if you can see the views at all they are wonderful, especially on a very clear day. The trail itself is a mix of different landscapes, first climbing through a mossy gully, then past a green bog full of noisy frogs, then up a bleakly beautiful grassy cone to a lookout point with views for miles, followed by another lookout point with views of a lake, then through heath and bracken, down to some woods around a different lakeside, then a climb up through more woods and lovely plants. It's free, and there is a car park and very clear signage. Take a photo of the map in the car park, you won't need it but it's interesting to look at to see where you are.
