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Ponta Delgada: Hidden Gems of São Miguel Full-Day Van Tour

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96 reviews
Activity provider:Pure Azores
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Day trip

Ponta Delgada: Hidden Gems of São Miguel Full-Day Van Tour

Activity provider:Pure Azores
4.9  / 5
96 reviews

From $81.27 per person

Escape the big crowds and discover amazing places in São Miguel Island away from the main tourist sights.

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Duration 8 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Portuguese
Pickup included
Please be waiting at your accommodation's front door at 9:00 AM in Ponta Delgada and at 9:30 AM in Ribeira Grande. It may take up to 20 minutes to complete all pick-ups.
Small group
Limited to 8 participants

Experience

Itinerary
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    2 pickup location options:

    Ponta Delgada, Ribeira Grande

  • Hidden gem

    Scenic views on the way

  • Hidden gem

    Scenic views on the way

  • Local restaurant

    Lunch, Regional food

  • Hidden gem

    Scenic views on the way

  • Hidden gem

    Scenic views on the way

  • 2 drop-off locations:

    Ribeira Grande, Ponta Delgada

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights
  • See sights far off the beaten track
  • Discover little-known waterfalls and water streams
  • See amazing views from the island's peaks
  • Learn about the native vegetation of the Azores
Full description
Spend a day exploring the 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 popular and busy attractions. Drive through the quiet roads of the inner island surrounded by forests and green pastures. See the native and unique 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. Throughout the day, you will explore the hidden side of the Azores and go off the typical roads to enjoy some unique views.
Includes
  • Lunch, drink of your choice (wine, beer, etc.), dessert and coffee
  • Water bottle
  • Pickup and drop-off within 5 kilometers (3.1 miles) of Ponta Delgada city center

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What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Warm clothing

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Smoking in the vehicle

Know before you go

  • Be sure to bring warm clothing as the mountain viewpoints may be windy and chilly
  • Please wear sturdy shoes for brief walks
  • Please contact operator if you wish to request a pickup outside of Ponta Delgada for an extra fee

From $81.27 per person

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based on 96 reviews

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  • Transportation
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  • Value for money
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GetYourGuide traveler – GermanyOctober 22, 2023 – Verified booking
The day trip was great despite the changeable weather. We visited places that we probably never would have found. Therefore, you really can't say which hidden treasure was the best: the old mills or the basalt columns by the sea or the hidden mineral spring or...
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Simon – SwitzerlandSeptember 28, 2023 – Verified booking
Our guide Katia (?) was superb! Kind, social and enthusiastic, she managed to easily break the ice between the different participants (in fact, our group was initially very friendly). The places visited are very nice and uncrowded as the theme of the tour dictates. If we were to look for a criticism to make: a slight redundancy in the things seen. But in the end, it was really good. We really enjoyed our day.
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Dawn August 17, 2023 – Verified booking
Eduardo was a great guide! He interacted with everyone in the group and explained everything we did throughout the day. He made the tour a great experience for my family and took us to places we would not have known about otherwise! We were very pleased with this tour with Eduardo!
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