Discover the Azores on the São Miguel Adventure Tour
If you are after an unforgettable travel experience that combines breathtaking island landscapes and a variety of exciting outdoor activities, then the São Miguel Adventure Tour is the perfect journey for you to undertake!
Spend 7 days exploring the gorgeous island of São Miguel in Portugal’s Azores, taking part in hiking adventures, whale watching expeditions, abseiling excursions, and so much more! In the evenings, you can rest up in your 4* accommodations ahead of the next day’s adventures, ensuring that you have the perfect combination of excitement and adventure. If you’ve ever dreamt of visiting the Azores, then the São Miguel Adventure Tour is the perfect journey to unlock the magic of the island!
Highlights of the São Miguel Adventure Tour
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São Miguel Adventure Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Ponta Delgada
Check in into your hotel in São Miguel Island. Depending on the time of day, you can either settle in for the evening or set out to explore.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Ponta Delgada
Meals: None
Day 2 Pico da Vara Hiking Tour
After breakfast in your hotel, you will be picked up at 9 AM for an incredible hike that will take you to the highest point on São Miguel Island. While out on your hike, you will visit one of the islands two nature reserves and take in the natural beauty of the plant life that is endemic to the island.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Ponta Delgada
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Day 3 Whale Watching and Lagoa do Fogo Van Tour
Today you will set out on a whale and dolphin watching expedition, where you will have the chance to view more than 25 cetacean species, as well as turtles, seabirds and other marine life. Before the boat trip, biologists will provide a briefing on which cetacean species can be observed, how we respect the animals and rules of observation at sea, historical facts of the region, and safety measures aboard.
Back on land, you will set out on another van tour where you will be able to see the beauty of the Nature Reserve of Fogo. During this tour you will witness volcanic activity, bathe in the natural warm waters of Fogo volcano, and learn more about the electricity production in Sao Miguel.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Ponta Delgada
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Day 4 Jeep Tour to Sete Cidades
Day 4 of the tour will see you undertake an active adventure that combines dirt paths with kayak and bicycle activities at Lagoa das Sete Cidades. To make it even more of an adventure, you will be able to enjoy this wonderful landscape from a different perspective while driving in a jeep!
On the tour you will be taken to the top of the Sete Cidades Caldera, stopping at some points of interest such as Pico do Carvao, Pico da Cruz, and the Lomba do Vasco viewpoint along the way. A small stop will be made in the center of Sete Cidades village, followed by the famous viewpoint of Vista do Rei.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Ponta Delgada
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Day 5 Ribeira dos Caldeirões Canyoning
After waking up bright and early, you will be picked up at your hotel at 7:45 AM to explore Ribeira dos Caldeirões in Nordeste, a beautiful region in the northeast of São Miguel that is protected.
Here, you will hike uphill along the trail before taking part in a thrilling abseiling adventure that will take you through the lush rainforest environment alongside a stream that flows from the top of the mountain!
Overnight Location: Hotel in Ponta Delgada
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 Van Tour in Furnas
Day 6 of the tour will explore the volcanic origins of the island in Dimas, a magical place full of geothermal activity. After the pick up in Ponta Delgada at 9 am, your van tour will take you to visit a local tea factory before reaching the viewpoint over Furnas: Pico do Ferro. Afterwards, you will make your way to the Caldeiras das Fumas to visit the famous fumaroles and taste mineral waters from different springs.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Ponta Delgada
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Day 7 Departure Day
Bid farewell to the Azores after breakfast.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
São Miguel Adventure Tour Price and Dates
This guided tour is run as a private tour; however, some activities may be shared. The pricing depends on your travelling dates, as well as the types of the rooms that you need.
Prices below are per person:
- Price per person sharing a double room: from $975 USD*
*-Pricing for this tour depends on the dates of your trip. Please click the Book Now button below to get the exact pricing for your trip dates.
Book NowAccommodation on the São Miguel Adventure Tour
This tour is based in hotels. Hotels on this trip are of a 4-star standard, and offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant. Rooms may have fireplaces or access to amenities such as hot tubs, steam rooms, or private decks to lounge on.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplemental fee to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
Hotels on Standard Tour
4-Star Hotel in Ponta Delgada
A modern 4-Star hotel centrally located in Ponta Delgada will serve as your home base while you explore all that the island of São Miguel has to offer.
What’s Included in the São Miguel Adventure Tour?
Meals
6 breakfasts and 4 lunches are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 6 nights are included. Accommodations before/after the tour in Ponta Delgada are not included, but can be added as a supplement.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation for you and your luggage are included throughout the tour, excluding transfers to and from the airport.
Also Included
- Activities as outlined in the itinerary
- Museum and entrance tickets
- English speaking guide
Not included
- International flights
- Tips for guides, drivers, porters and wait staff
- Other activities, meals and extra costs at the hotels not mentioned in the itinerary
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
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