Top Sao Miguel Layover Tours

Immerse yourself in the Azores’ otherworldly beauty—and enjoy an active excursion as you go—on this small-group electric bike tour of Sete Cidades. Pick between morning and afternoon start times, meet your guide, and grab your e-bike. You can look forward to scaling the region’s volcanic rims, soaking up the sights from the Vista do Rei viewpoint, descending into the caldera, visiting a local village, and more.

Explore the wonders of Sao Miguel’s Furnas Valley on this informative full-day tour with a small group, including lunch. Visit the island’s famed ceramic factories, snap memorable photos at Caloura, Vila Franca Do Campo and Furnas. See Furnas lake and the surrounding hot springs and indulge in a traditional Sao Miguel lunch of ‘cozido,’ a rich stew cooked by thermal vents underground. You won’t want to miss the tea factory and the Ribeira Grande City with its beautiful architecture. This is a small group tour to ensure a quality experience.

Set out on a half-day 4x4 adventure to explore the Sete Cidades Volcano region. Discover the largest freshwater reserve in the Azores at Lagoa das Sete Cidades and the beautiful lush greenery surrounding it. Then drive to the rim and explore the small villages that lie on the dormant volcano’s edges. Observe the native wildlife of the island and take in its beautiful scenery before heading back to your hotel.

Embark on an unforgettable São Miguel Island tour that combines natural wonders, cultural delights, and relaxation. During this 5 to 6 hours max. Tour, you will discover the most beautiful viewpoints of São Miguel island, have the opportunity to rejuvenate yourself in the famous Terra Nostra thermal pool naturally heated by the volcano (optional & self expense), wander among fumaroles and volcanic hot springs, taste the last 100% natural tea in the world, witness the breathtaking twin lakes (blue & green) and learn the captivating legend of their creation. And if the stopover time on your cruise ship allows, you will visit one of the pineapple plantations in the Azores, unique in its cultivation process.

This is a great choice for nature lovers. Enjoy a hassle-free day with return transportation, and travel in a comfortable 4WD included. You’ll take the stress out of navigating unmarked rural roads by having a driver for the day. Save time, and see multiple Lagoa do Fogo highlights in a day—you’ll see Pico da Barrosa, Caldeira Velha, the waterfall of Salto do Cabrito, and much more.

Make the most of your limited time in the Azores on this private full-day shore excursion. In the company of just your party and a guide, go off the beaten track in a 4WD to see unspoiled nature such as mountains, shimmering lakes, and volcanic craters. Embark upon some of the islands' best hiking trails, swim in a natural pool, and enjoy a hearty lunch of Azorean specialties and regional liquors before heading back to the ship.

The tour will start and end at the doorstep of your hotel. Stunning views, interesting stories and facts await you. We will start our tour with a visit to the first capital of the island, San Miguel. A visit to the viewpoint with stunning view of the city, the ocean, and the island Vila Franca. Then we will go to the crater of the volcano. Visit the fumaroles, see Furnas Lake. You will bathe in the healing water of the thermal pool and walk through the Terra Nostra Park. Visit a tea factory and taste Azorean tea. Easy communication, friendly atmosphere. No rush. You decide how much time to spend in a particular location. It is possible to change the route according to your wishes. Pleasant impressions and interesting experience are waiting for you.