Visit Sao Miguel Island Upgrade
Natural wonders on Portugal's best island
Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of São Miguel Island in the Azores on this 5- or 6-night holiday in Portugal! You'll be able to explore amazing attractions with an included full-day Furnas tour and half-day Sete Cidades tour, plus plenty of free time to explore hot springs, crater lakes, and the iconic Parque Terra Nostra. Satisfy your taste buds with delicious Portuguese cuisine and drinks, then find utmost peace and relaxation at your comfortable accommodations. With this upgraded holiday package, you'll also get a Ponta Delgada City Tour and a Whale & Dolphin Watching Excursion!
What's Included
- 5 nights in São Miguel at the Hotel VIP Executive, or similar
- Furnas Tour (full-day)
- Sete Cidades Tour by Jeep (half-day)
- Buffet breakfast daily
- Ponta Delgada City Tour
- Whale & Dolphin Watching Excursion
Great Ways to Explore
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Enjoy the famous Lagoa das Furnas with a full-day tour!
Experience an off-road adventure with an included tour of Sete Cidades.
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Marvel at majestic scenery while soaking in a thermal bath at Parque Terra Nostra.
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Find ultimate rest and relaxation on one of the island's many beaches.
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Taste traditional Portuguese food like Bacalhau and Caldo Verde!
With guided tours, unique
cuisine, and free time to explore, this is the ultimate holiday to São
Miguel Island in the Azores! There are limitless things to do on São
Miguel Island, and you'll experience the very best with a Furnas Tour
and Sete Cidades Tour – plus, this upgraded package gives you an
included Ponta Delgada City Tour and Whale & Dolphin Watching
Excursion. Additional places you may wish to visit include
Lagoa do Fogo and Nordeste, each offering their own unique
experiences. Whatever you choose to do on this holiday, this island is
truly filled with natural wonders and culinary delights for you to
enjoy!
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
- 5 nights in São Miguel at the Hotel VIP Executive, or similar
- Furnas Tour (full-day)
- Sete Cidades Tour by Jeep (half-day)
- Buffet breakfast daily
- Ponta Delgada City Tour
- Whale & Dolphin Watching Excursion
-
Enjoy the famous Lagoa das Furnas with a full-day tour!
Experience an off-road adventure with an included tour of Sete Cidades.
-
Marvel at majestic scenery while soaking in a thermal bath at Parque Terra Nostra.
-
Find ultimate rest and relaxation on one of the island's many beaches.
-
Taste traditional Portuguese food like Bacalhau and Caldo Verde!
With guided tours, unique
cuisine, and free time to explore, this is the ultimate holiday to São
Miguel Island in the Azores! There are limitless things to do on São
Miguel Island, and you'll experience the very best with a Furnas Tour
and Sete Cidades Tour – plus, this upgraded package gives you an
included Ponta Delgada City Tour and Whale & Dolphin Watching
Excursion. Additional places you may wish to visit include
Lagoa do Fogo and Nordeste, each offering their own unique
experiences. Whatever you choose to do on this holiday, this island is
truly filled with natural wonders and culinary delights for you to
enjoy!
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
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Day 1. Welcome to São Miguel!
You've made it to the stunning island of São Miguel! After checking
into your hotel, spend the rest of the day at leisure exploring this
gorgeous area. Treat yourself to a delicious island dinner tonight, and
rest well for your first full day on holiday in the Azores.
Check-in - VIP Executive Azores Hotel
Just half a mile from Ponta Delgada Marina, this beautiful hotel boasts comfortable rooms and luxurious amenities. Check-in with the friendly 24-hour reception team and admire the lobby's contemporary decor. Then, head up to your room and open the door to crisp air conditioning, TV, bath amenities, free WiFi, and much more. Unpack your swimsuit and make a splash in the swimming pool, then treat yourself to a delicious meal at the onsite restaurant.
Day 2. São Miguel
Since it's the largest island in the Azores region, it's no wonder that there are tons of things to do on São Miguel and beautiful attractions to see. Get to know the area better today with your included Ponta
Delgada city tour! If time permits, you may also wish to visit one (or
both) of the oldest tea estates in Europe: the Porto Formoso Tea Factory
and the Gorreana Tea Factory. You can walk around the lovely tea
plantations, visit the interesting on-site museums, and indulge in
delicious tea.
Ponta Delgada City Tour
Visit on foot to the center of Ponta Delgada, highlighting the Campo de São Francisco and Santuario do Santo Cristo, where the image of the Senhor Santo Cristo dos Milagres, responsible for one of the largest religious festivities in Portugal, is located outside the Palacio da Conceição (Palace of the Presidency of the Regional Government of the Azores), Mother Church of São Sebastião, Portas da Cidade, Sacred Art Center of the Carlos Machado Museum, Mercadoda Graçay Igreja de São Pedro*.
Important: When a visit cannot be made by closing, it will be, whenever possible, replaced by another, according to the information that will be given locally by the guide.
Recommendations: Bring light and comfortable clothing, long-sleeved shirt, waterproof coat, comfortable shoes, sunscreen, backpack and water.
Day 3. São Miguel
Enjoy a thrilling day of discovery with your included full-day Furnas tour!
Full-day Furnas Tour
On this tour we feel and experience the volcanic origins of the Island in Furnas, a magical place. We start by visiting the Caldeiras da Lagoa das Furnas (Furnas Lake Calderas), a place where we cook the famous “cozido das Furnas” (a very special meal cooked only with the steam of the Earth) and continue with a soft walk that crosses a stream and circles the lakeside. During this walk we have the opportunity to appreciate a variety of endemic flora species. Next we visit the town of Furnas, with its fumaroles and hot springs that contain water with different tastes. Then, we visit the centenery Terra Nostra botanical garden that is famous for its extraordinary collection of native plants on the Azores, as well as others from all over the world that have adapted to the local garden conditions. At the end of the visit you are invited to bathe in an iron-rich hot water swimming pool that has a temperature of 35-40ºC, an exquisite experience! On the way back to Ponta Delgada we stop at several beautiful viewpoints on the North Coast and also at the only tea plantation in Europe where we will be able to visit the working tea factory and have a lovely break to taste the tea.
Day 4. São Miguel
Are you ready for another spectacular day? Experience the astounding Sete Cidades today with your included half-day tour!
Jeep Tour to Sete Cidades (half-day)
Prepare for an off-road adventure! On this walk around the crater of Sete Cidades, on the island of S. Miguel, you can see unique views and all the magic of nature. On this half-day trip, you will have the opportunity to see some of the most scenic lakes of São Miguel within the volcanic complex of Sete Cidades. In Sete Cidades you will enjoy the many wonderful views from some of the region’s belvederes (architectural structures sited to take advantage of the scenic views) as well as discover the ancient love story behind the formation of the green and blue lakes. A highlight of this tour is a stop at Ferraria where you can enjoy the unique experience of bathing in hot ocean water within a natural thermal pool that is heated by the forces of nature. After, return to the hotel.
Recommendations: Bring light and comfortable clothing, long-sleeved shirt, waterproof coat, comfortable shoes, bathing suit and towel, hat, sunscreen, backpack and water.
Day 5. São Miguel
Experience the epic magic of São Miguel today by utilising your included whale & dolphin watching cruise!
Afterwards, consider heading northeast to the charming village of Nordeste, where you can indulge in local cuisine and purchase souvenirs. Feast on your favourite Portuguese meal tonight to toast your last night on holiday in São Miguel!
Whale & Dolphin Watching Excursion
During this activity you will have the opportunity to watch some of more than 25 cetacean species that can be found in the Azores. Although nature offers no guarantees, whales and dolphins are regularly seen during our half day tours, along with turtles, seabirds and other marine life. Before the boat trip our biologists give you a briefing to explain which cetacean species can be observed, safety measures aboard, how we respect the animals and rules of observation at sea as well as some historical facts. During the tour each passenger is required to wear a life waistcoat (except on our catamaran). Futurismo also provides rain coats and trousers if necessary.
Day 6. Depart Portugal
Pack up, have one last breakfast at the hotel, and check out. Until next time, São Miguel!