Tours & tickets

Santa Iria Lookout

The eastern half of São Miguel island offers some of the most magical and interesting places the Azores have to offer! From incredible scenic views, to walking around the volcanic fields, bathing in hot springs, or tasting a unique dish, this tour is full of unforgettable experiences! Hit the road towards the East island, and start on a high note with one of the most beautiful coastal lookouts of the island, Santa Iria, with an ample view of the north coast in both directions. Continue to Furnas, stopping first at a splendid view over the lake and town. Make your way down to the lake shore, and marvel at the steamy mud pools. In this area, you'll also see the holes where the cozido stew is buried to be slow cooked by the volcano steam, before tasting it at a local restaurant! Still in Furnas, you'll first be given the choice between bathing in the hot springs (fee not included) or visiting the geothermal field and sparkling waters of Furnas town. After lunch, continue the journey east, with a stop at the charming waterfall of Ribeira dos Caldeirões.  Then arrive at Nordeste, the most unexplored and rural part of the island. Visit two amazing lookouts over the high cliffs that characterize the East coast of São Miguel, before returning to Ponta Delgada.

Spend the day exploring the stunning volcanic landscapes of São Miguel's East side along with its coastline on a full-day sightseeing tour from Ponta Delgada. Discover how the Azoreans live inside the Furnas volcano's crater in a small group tour atmosphere. This experience also have a lunch option and is designed to show you the best of East side. ITINERARY: Following a pickup from your hotel or meeting point between 09:00 to 09:20, travel to the gorgeous Santa Iria viewpoint located on north shore where you can admire the magnificent volcanic cliffs that shape the coastline. Next, refresh your adventure with a morning stop and tea tasting at Gorreana Tea Factory, the last 100% natural tea plantations on earth. Contemplate the beauty of the tea plantations undulating through the hills. São Miguel has the only two tea plantations in Europe Venture to the picturesque Nordeste to visit Ribeira dos Caldeirões Natural Park. A watermill museum, cascading waterfalls and experience this Azorean heritage in a magical setting. Next, head to the mystical Furnas Valley, where geothermal wonders await to be amazed by the enchanting charm of this place while seeing fumaroles and bubbling springs, a testament to the island's volcanic soul. Travel to the geothermal area of Furnas (Caldeiras). Marvel as the actives hot springs with boiling waters and mud release steam into the air creating a magical landscape. Furnas is considered to be one of Europe's largest hydropolises due to its wide variety of mineral and thermal springs. One of these, is Terra Nostra Botanical Garden & Thermal pool, appreciated for its medicinal benefits and the beautiful garden. For food lovers who have chosen the tour with lunch option, you will enjoy the most authentic dish in the Azores, Furnas stew, (Cozido das Furnas) which is cooked in volcanic soil and perfectly crafted to tantalize your taste buds. Beverages, dessert and coffee are included. On the picturesque Furnas lake, the magnificent neo-Gothic Nossa Senhora das Vitórias Chapel built on its shore tells a beautiful love story. Start your return passing through Vila Franca do Campo, the former island capital, admiring its beautiful islet, locally known as the Princess Ring Islet. The scenic road through the southern part of the island is the perfect way to end your fantastic island discovery. NOTE: Our tours are relaxed and conducted with true Azorean spirit and usually end between 17.30 to 18.00. Enjoy and feel like you're on vacation :)

Discover Lagoa do Fogo Crater Lake - Day Trip from Ponta Delgada. Embark on a captivating journey to explore the pristine beauty of Fogo crater lake, departing from Ponta Delgada. This day trip promises a delightful experience as you uncover local treasures at a pottery factory, relish leisure time at the Caldeira Velha Hot Springs, tour a local tea plantation, and capture stunning coastal panoramas from picturesque viewpoints. Kickstart your adventure with a convenient morning pickup, right from your accommodation in Ponta Delgada, where you'll board an air-conditioned van. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic drive to a local pottery haven, Cerâmica Vieira, where a vibrant array of pottery, including pots, cups, tiles, and plates, awaits your admiration. Next, journey to the mesmerizing Fogo Lake, nestled within the Água de Pau Massif stratovolcano. Marvel at its lush green shores and the captivating turquoise waters. Continue your exploration with a visit to the rejuvenating Caldeira Velha Hot Springs, where you'll have an hour of free time. Consider purchasing a ticket to soak in the therapeutic hot spring waters for the ultimate relaxation (please message us in advance if you wish to purchase a swimming ticket). Stop for a quick lunch break in the center of Ribeira Grande, for some traditional dishes. After your meal break, venture to Gorreana, the oldest tea plantation in Europe, where you'll be enchanted by the sight of lush, layered tea crops. Then, make your way to four panoramic viewpoints, perfect for capturing coastal vistas in all their glory. Book now to embark on an unforgettable journey to Fogo Lake and immerse yourself in the natural wonders of São Miguel! NOTE: - Our tours remain unaffected by the new measures regarding visits to Fogo Lake. With this tour, you can freely explore Fogo Lake without the need for additional tickets or waiting in shuttle lines. - ALL PASSENGERS MUST BE READY AT THE DESIGNATED PICKUP LOCATION AT 8:45 A.M. Delays may be expected, due to traffic, high number of passengers or other reasons; - Pickups outside of Ponta Delgada will be charged extra. - Bookings made less than 48 hours before the beginning of the tour, may not be able to get bathing tickets to the Caldeira Velha hot springs, due to limited bathing slots

We created this tour exclusively to offer you the rare opportunity of visiting the most iconic and historical areas of São Miguel Island so you can appreciate our nature and culture on your short trip. See views of the lakes from Vista do Rei, stop at the Santa Iria Viewpoint, try tea at a tea planation, try Furnas stew in Furnas Valley, and more. Start your journey to the Vista do Rei viewpoint and admire the landscape of the Lagoa Azul and Lagoa Verde lakes, located in Sete Cidades. Then, head to the mountains to enjoy the scenic view over Lagoa do Fogo and visit the Santa Iria Viewpoint. Stop at the Gorreana tea plantation and its factory. Taste black and green tea and then continue to Furnas Valley to admire the Pico do Ferro’s viewpoint. Watch powerful volcanic phenomena, known as fumaroles, in Furnas village. Enjoy Furnas stew for lunch, a traditional dish cooked underground. Take a walk at Furnas Lake and learn about the Furnas stew cooking process. On your way back, drive along the south coast and stop at Vila Franca do Campo, the first capital of São Miguel.

See the best of São Miguel's east side on an 8-hour small group tour by minivan from Ponta Delgada. Be amazed by the Sant Iria viewpoint on the north shore of São Miguel just before a visit to the last 100% natural tea plantation on earth. Ribeira dos Caldeirões Natural Park is the next visit! Feel the water spray of the waterfall "Véu da Noiva" and discover a picturesque watermill area in a charming valley. Continue to the São Miguel's most iconic volcano, Furnas, where everything is done differently. Admire the beauty of the volcanic crater and visit the geothermal area in the village located inside the crater and marvel as the active hot springs on the area spews steam from its boiling waters into the atmosphere. Enjoy free time to explore by yourself during our lunch stop or if you have chosen to include lunch on your tour, taste the famous "Cozido das Furnas" (Furnas Stew) cooked by volcanic heat using holes in the ground (available by Add-on). If you wish to visit and enjoy one of best Furnas volcano highlights: Terra Nostra thermal pool, your tour will be adjusted to allow you 1h30 for the visit. (extra fee. 17€ per person) The Terra Nostra Botanical Garden, is a lush paradise known for its diverse plant life and tranquil ambiance. Spanning over 200 years, this garden boasts exotic trees, colorful flowers, and winding paths around serene ponds and streams. A highlight is the garden's large thermal pool, fed by iron-rich geothermal waters, where visitors can soak in the warm, therapeutic waters surrounded by nature. The combination of botanical beauty and the rejuvenating thermal pool makes Terra Nostra a must-visit for nature lovers and relaxation seekers alike. Continue to the lake area to discover the result of a romantic promise, a charming Neo-Gothic chapel built between 1877 and 1888. Returning to Ponta Delgada, pass by the former capital of the island, Vila Franca do Campo, destroyed in 1522 by the biggest earthquake in history and have a view over Vila Franca islet during your scenic drive back. In addition, there are several opportunities to buy food or snacks during the tour

Join us on a thrilling expedition to the thermal village of Furnas, where you can indulge in the distinguished thermal springs and natural pools. Commencing with a visit to Terra Nostra Park, a botanical garden with a longstanding history of over two centuries, where you can relish the natural hot water pools and savor the celebrated “cozido,” an archetypal delicacy originating from Furnas, cooked using the scorching heat of the earth. After indulging in a delectable lunch at a local eatery, we will proceed to the distinguished Furnas boilers, where you will discover an array of hot springs. Additionally, we will explore the Gorreana tea factory, which happens to be the sole tea manufacturing facility in Europe that still employs traditional tea-making methods. This is a matchless expedition, tailored for those seeking to immerse themselves in the natural marvels of the island of São Miguel.

Begin your adventure on São Miguel Island, heading to Furnas along the South Coast, stopping in the coastal beauty of Caloura, where rugged cliffs meet the clear blue Atlantic. Continues to Vila Franca do Campo, the first capital of the Azores, where you'll enjoy stunning views of its volcanic islet and explore charming, historic streets. In the enchanting village of Furnas, you’ll explore the steaming fumaroles that make this area so unique. Visit the serene Furnas Lake, a stunning natural setting surrounded by lush greenery, offering tranquil views and a perfect spot for capturing beautiful photos. Afterward, relax and rejuvenate in the natural thermal pools, a true highlight of the island. Following your soak in the thermal waters, enjoy a delicious traditional lunch featuring the famous "Cozido das Furnas," a local dish slow-cooked underground using volcanic heat in the Furnas Lake. Next, heading back to Ponta Delgada along the North Coast, we’ll take you to the lush landscapes of Europe’s only tea plantations, where you can stroll through the scenic fields and enjoy tasting the island’s finest, freshly harvested tea. Throughout the tour, you’ll experience the island’s diverse landscapes, rich culture, and natural beauty, creating a perfect mix of relaxation, exploration, and unforgettable moments.

Come and explore the place were you can feel the volcano. Along with your guide, you will see the huge amount of fumaroles, all over the village of Furnas, and for the brave ones even have a taste of some sparkling water directly from the spring. During this day of unique experiences, you will also stop at the Terra Nostra botanical garden, were you can enjoy this XVIII century beautiful park and even have a very nice thermal bath (entrance not included 16€ per pax). As the last but not the least you will also stop at the one and only tea plantation in Europe. Have some time to enjoy a warm cup of tea and the beautiful landscapes around the factory. Please note: until 8 pax we take a 9 seats van - from 9 until 22 pax we take a minibus

This activity starts and ends on the north coast of the island, near the famous Areal de Santa Bárbara beach in the town of Ribeira Grande ( approximately 20 minutes by car from Ponta Delgada). At the starting point, we conduct a safety briefing and a demonstration of how to use the electric bicycle and all its functions, which takes about 15 minutes, and then distribute the equipment. Once we finish, we are ready to embark on a memorable adventure! We begin by heading directly to the ‘heart’ of Ribeira Grande, where we will have the opportunity to pass through some of the parishes in this municipality. We will learn the history, culture, and traditions manifested in geosites such as the ‘Fontanário da Ribeira Seca‘, a result of a volcanic eruption whose lava flows buried part of the parish of Ribeira Seca. We also observe the architecture of many ancient buildings, as the Espírito Santo Church, the building Paços do Concelho and the Bridge Oito Arcos. We continue our adventure surrounded by nature and accompanied by the sound of water from various springs that lead us to the Fajã do Redondo Dam. At Caldeiras da Ribeira Grande, we explore the volcanic activity area, where we find hot water springs used by the spa and an area used for cooking “cozido” and other local dishes which are slowly cooked by natural heat. Moving on to our next stop, the Coroa da Mata Viewpoint, we travel along secondary paths surrounded by a variety of flowers and trees, enjoying panoramic views. We continue to explore the lush landscapes resulting from volcanic eruptions on the north coast of the island, passing by the Santa Iria Viewpoint, the Santa Iria port, and the Cintrão point where the lighthouse is located. We will return along a dirt path along the coast, observing the unforgettable landscape until we are back on the city streets. Note: A minimum height of 1.50 cm / 5 feet 11 inches is required to use the electric bicycle.

On our Furnas ride we started on the north or south coast, always depending on weather conditions, hidden roads and wonderful views. A tea plantation stop is always refreshing, where you draw a garden, from Camellia Sinensis, from which you have been made in the same place, and the only natural tea factory in Europe, since 1883, the famous Azores tea, Black or green, culture is taught us by the Chinese in the 19th century. As we advance to the Furnas there are several stops, including the famous Pico do Iron viewpoint at the top of the huge Furnas crater. They could enjoy the famous Cérean boiled, typical dish cooked on the boilers of the Furnas, next to the lagoon. A visit to the boilers in the village of Furnas, famous and most diverse thermal sources in the world, will make you feel the power of a sleeping volcano. A dive into the hot springs of Jardimra Nostra or Dona Beija das Furnas is available if time allows it (input rates not included in the price). We returned along the south coast enjoying many viewpoints and beaches along the way. A stop at our Mrs. Peace to contemplate Vila Franca do Campo, in other times, the first city of São Miguel Island is not to be forgotten. Come with us in this adventure, the discovery of true secondary volcanism and wonderful landscapes.