Top Sao Miguel Private and Luxury

Spend a few hours exploring Ponta Delgada’s rich culinary offerings on this guided excursion. After meeting up with a knowledgeable local guide at Portas da Cidade, sample local specialties and learning about Azorean food culture while stopping by local markets and eateries like Mercado da Graca, Louvre Michaelense, and O Principe dos Queijos. Enjoy complimentary tastings and drinks along the way.

Search for whales and dolphins along the southern coast of the Azores on this wildlife watching trip from Ponta Delgada. Traveling in a nimble, open boat with an experienced captain, you’ll have the best chance of spotting the bottlenose dolphins, sperm whales, sei whales, bearded whales, and blue whales that flock to the islands. This whale and dolphin tour is a fun, family-friendly way to see the coast, and both morning and afternoon departures are available.

Discover the east side of São Miguel island, home to volcanic landscapes and geothermal wonders, on a scenic day trip from Ponta Delgada. With a small group, visit Furnas Lake (Lagoa das Furnas) and opt for a soak in the thermal pools (own expense). Admire panoramic views and be dazzled by Ribeira dos Caldeirões waterfall and the gorgeous northeast coast. Plus, eat a “cozido” lunch cooked in geothermal grounds.

Discover the west side of São Miguel island with ease on a full-day tour from Ponta Delgada. A great way for first-time visitors to orient themselves, this tour covers Lake Fogo, Salto do Cabrito Waterfall, Mosteiros, and Sete Cidades, home to the vivid Lago Azul and Lago Verde. Enjoy a traditional Portuguese lunch and hotel pickup and drop-off on this small-group tour.

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.

Discover the Azores at your own pace with a private full-day tour. Get picked up at your hotel and set off for a 4x4 adventure that can be customized according to your preferences. Skip the hassle of a rental car and learn about the island’s history from your guide.

Experience the beauty of São Miguel in a different way as you explore the island in a buggy. Travel from coast to coast to see the island’s volcanic landscapes, visit farms, and traverse rugged terrain in your open-air vehicle. Your tour also includes a delicious Azorean lunch at a local restaurant to complete your island experience.

Visit volcanic scenery, toasty hot springs, scenic look-out points, and much more: this full-day Jeep tour of eastern São Miguel Island introduces you to some of the most beautiful scenery in the Azores. Following pickup from your Ponta Delgada hotel, drive along the northern coast with just a small group for company, and stop at a tea plantation along the way. You’ll also visit Furnas Volcano, will sample traditional cozido stew, can bathe in the Poça da Dona Beija hot springs (additional expense), and much more.

Explore the spectacular scenery of Sete Cidades by going on this half-day jeep tour. You won’t have to plan any transport as hotel pickup and drop-off is included. A jeep tour will give you access to areas you couldn’t reach alone, such as volcanic craters, lakes, and off-road viewpoints. Highlights include Empadadas Lake, Canario Lake, Carvao, Vista do Rei, Sete Cidades Lake, and Cerrado das Freiras.

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.

Explore the gorgeous island and natural beauty of this area of the Philippines on this private tour departing from Ponta Delaga. Travel from place to place in your Mercedes minivan with your group of 8 max for comfort. You’ll have several stops during the tour and hear all about the history of the island. The best part is that you can go at your own pace and create a bespoke tour for you and your group.

Discover Sao Miguel’s wild and rural areas of natural beauty on this combination of a 4x4 tour, and a walking tour. There’s no danger of getting lost, as you’ll have a guide to lead the way. You’ll visit small villages, get access to incredible mountain views, and lunch is included too. Highlights include Sanguinho, and Salto do Prego waterfall. It’s a great way to access hard-to-reach places, and learn about local nature.

Enjoy our Van Tour to Furnas where you'll be able to taste some of the best sweets and drinks that São Miguel has to offer. And after that, how about relaxing in the thermal pools? Tea plantation, sweet traditional pastery in Vila -frnaca do Campo, lake of Furnas, hotspring, etc... It's entirely up to you! Note: when we have more then 8 people booked we take a bigger van until 21 seats

This is the perfect tour for nature lovers. It can be difficult to navigate unmarked areas in the wilderness, but this won’t be a problem, as you’ll have a guide to lead the way, and show you secret places locals love. Combine a jeep tour with an Azores walking tour and visit volcanic areas, and hidden lakes, a tea plantation, and local villages. No need to bring food, as a tasty local lunch is included. 

Explore the off-road trails in the Azores' Água de Pau Massif volcanic complex during this personalized Hell’s Fire tour, a great choice for a shore excursion or for travelers with limited time. Enjoy easy transportation from your hotel or the cruise port in Ponta Delgada, and follow scenic trails to Fire Lake, swim in the Caldeira Velha hot springs, and visit the picturesque town of Riberia Grande.

Experience the beauty of Sao Miguel’s Sete Cidades lakes on this guided excursion. After a convenient hotel pick up in Ponta Delgada, visit sites like Lagoa das Empadadas, Caldeira das Sete Cidades, Lagoa Verde, Sete Cidades Village Church, and Lagoa do Canario. Enjoy a delicious complimentary lunch and access to a knowledgeable local guide along the way.