City: Azores
Top Things to do in Azores
The 10 Best City Tours in Azores, Portugal
The nine islands that make up the Azores are in fact the peaks of some of the world's tallest mountains, reaching from deep beneath the Atlantic. The once-uninhabited, volcanic archipelago now hosts thousands of tourists every year who flock to the islands for sun, sand and verdant mountain scenery. From the beaches of Praia da Vitoria to the bustling marina of Horta, to the bubbling volcanic ground "ovens" of Furnas, these islands offer unparalleled--and unusual--adventures to discover.
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1. Half-Day Jeep Tour from Ponta Delgada to Sete Cidades
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 11 reviews
Cruise along the forested floor of a massive volcanic crater as you explore Sete Cidades with an experienced local guide. In a rugged 4x4 vehicle, ride between sparkling lakes and bounce down dirt roads that lead to sweeping viewpoints of this stunning and dramatic landscape
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Local taxes, Driver/guide
Exclusions: Entrance fees in thermal pools and natural parks
Reviewed By Richard B
Delfim the guide is great. He is very friendly, funny, on-time, knows the area, plans a fun trip and makes sure everyone is ok and happy. We loved the time getting off the main roads and exploring the hard to get to places of the island. Beautiful views and exhilarating experiences. Thanks again to Alice and Delfim.
2. Walking tour to Sete Cidades with picnic lunch
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Join us on our exploration of Sete Cidades, one of the 7 natural wonders of Portugal. Enjoy some of the most iconic landscapes of the Azores from "Vista do Rei" and "Grota do Inferno" viewpoints. Learn about the local geology and biology and relax by the twin "blue and green" lakes. This walking tour includes a guide, a picnic lunch and all the needed transportation.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Lunch, Driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Reviewed By 11ajdas
Words cannot express, how much we loved touring around Sao Miguel with Funtastic Azores. Both Paulo and Marco were amazing guides and did more than expected. Sao Miguel was truly fantastic and even better because of them. Thank you Paulo for organizing everything and I cannot recommend your company enough! Their tours are by far the best way to get to know Sao Miguel!
3. 7 Cidades lake Fire lake Van tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Enjoy this combi tour you can visit 2 fantastic volcanos in one day with certified guide tour, with big experience in tours and with cultural knowledge in,history,geology, flora and fauna of this islands . you have the chance to visit half of the Island of São Miguel, Enjoy the oportunity to be in side of Huge volcano crater, with fantastic views that you never Forget, also you can visite north coast beach some great view points , hotsprings,other villages and city. its very relax tour , if you wich i use to make coffe break on great spot.and lunch in traditional restaurant This tour its very recommended for who don t have much time to stay on the Island. you can visit Twin Lakes and Fire lake and also Pico do Carvão view point,north coast village of Capelas, Stª Barbara Beach, Ribeira Grande City,Ponta do Cintrão hotsprings " Caldeira Velha", south coast view points
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Local guide, Professional guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, Souvenir photos (available to purchase), DVD (available to purchase)
4. Furnas Lake Hotsprings and Gardens Van Tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Enjoy the views of south coast the islet of Vila Franca , the Village ( First capital ),Furnas lake and Botanical Gardens, volcanic fumaroles and hotsprings during 3/4 hours, back to Ponta Delgada by north coast views of the island . the pick up and drop off on Cruiser ships terminal or Hotel in Ponta Delgada, tour by certified guide, this tour is by confortable 8 passengers van with A/C, its a exeprience you don t regret.
Inclusions: Its incluide the Pick up and drop off in terminal cruiser ship or hotel in Ponta Delgada, Transportation with certified guide with all legacy ensurance, Fuel surcharge
Exclusions: Its not incluide Food and drinks, snacks,suvenirs, lunch, entrance in gardens and hotsprings
5. Angra do Heroísmo City Tour: Half Day Tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Half Day Tour in our World Heritage Town by UNESCO! Come explore Angra do Heroísmo, a town full of history and adventures. From the Spanish attacking us to rebuilding the town from the ashes created by a earthquake. We will visit the most interesting spots on the town and go through: Pico da Memória - Amazing view from the top of our town Jardim Duque da Terceira - The town's amazing Garden Palácio dos Capitães Generais - The Island Palace Igreja da Sé - The town's Historical Cathedral Praça Velha - The town's historical Square Câmara Municipal de Angra do Heroísmo - The town's City Hall Angra's Theatre Palácio Bettencourt - Beautiful Library (oustside) Bordados - Typical Embroidery
Inclusions: Sé - Cathedral
Exclusions: Bottled water, Snacks
Reviewed By Vandorcselek
The trip was very good,Gi our tour guide gave us lots of informations and did show us many amazing places.We highly recommend this tour to everyone
6. Ponta Delgada city tour(Half day)
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
In this cultural tour you´ll have the opportunity to visit charming cultural places in Ponta Delgada. Starting in Portas do mar, passing threw San Sebastian main church; Todos os Santos church, Natural history and conventual architecture and Exhibition of Canto da Maia. NOTE: a minimum of 2 persons is required.
Inclusions: Insurance, Professional sociocultural Guide, Entrance to places stated on program
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By Madeleine W
First the negative - don't do this if you have a serious fear of heights. And if it's cloudy enough that you can't see the peaks from below, don't even bother. Now the positive - however scary some of the trail looks as if it might be from below, it isn't as bad as you expect when you get up to the scary-looking bits. And if you can see the views at all they are wonderful, especially on a very clear day. The trail itself is a mix of different landscapes, first climbing through a mossy gully, then past a green bog full of noisy frogs, then up a bleakly beautiful grassy cone to a lookout point with views for miles, followed by another lookout point with views of a lake, then through heath and bracken, down to some woods around a different lakeside, then a climb up through more woods and lovely plants. It's free, and there is a car park and very clear signage. Take a photo of the map in the car park, you won't need it but it's interesting to look at to see where you are.
7. Full day Van Tour
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4.9 based on 10 reviews
Would you like to meet Terceira Islands? Come and enjoy a trip around the island with a guide. Visit touristic, rural, ambiental and natural spots. During this trip we offer a meal. Come and discover what Terceira Island has to offer. this is a full day tour, starting at 09:30 a.m. with pick up at the hotel you're at.
Inclusions: Lunch, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off in Angra do Heroísmo
Exclusions: None
Reviewed By mohuynh
My husband & I just came back from a week vacation!We booked this tour, it was well worth it! It was a nice kind of private tour, only two of us and two other ladies!Our guide Darcio,he was so good of the history of Azores!We learned so much of the cultural & history of the inland!And the lunch and all the stops he brought us to were amazing! Wine & cheese tasting with a gelato yummy ice cream at the end! Highly recommend this tour and ( Darcio) for your guide! He also took some great photos for us!
8. Private tour - Terceira island
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4.8 based on 14 reviews
8 hour private tour to explore Terceira island accompanied by a local guide who will drive you to the best sights of the island (visit the inside of an empty volcano, walk along natural swimming pools made of lava rock, be amazed by the beauty of the largest crater in the Azores), taste local food, stories teller and culture.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Lunch, Local guide, Algar do Carvão entry fee
Exclusions: Gruta do Natal fee
Reviewed By I9011NAjulies
I had booked this tour well in advance and was looking forward to it. There I was, waiting to be picked up, as arranged, outside the hotel. After 20 minutes of no-show, I phoned the number and was informed that Algar de Carvão isn't open on Mondays, so the operator had cancelled the trip. This incompetence ruined my trip to Terceira. The tour operator should obviously not accept bookings for days when attractions are closed. I could easily have planned to do things differently had I been warned in time. I asked for a refund over the phone - after all, it was the operator who cancelled, not me - but so far it has not been forthcoming.
9. Best of Ponta Delgada Walking Tour with Botanical Garden
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4.8 based on 17 reviews
Discover the very best Ponta Delgada has to offer on a 3,5 hours small group guided walking tour. Meet the most famous and iconic monuments of Ponta Delgada center, visit the most beautiful botanical garden in town and discover some of the finest works of art in all of the Azores. This tour is the perfect introduction to the Azorean culture and history, a must-do during one of your afternoons in Ponta Delgada.
Inclusions: Professional tour guide, Admission fees to paid attractions included in the itinerary
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By marytR6969OQ
This tour is absolutely amazing! It was our first trip to the Azores and we felt like we were in Hawaii. We had no idea that this little island was so lush and tropical. Felipe was a great guide and provided a geological explanation of each site we visited. Absolutely fascinating. We will be sure to book another tour on our return trip.
10. Walking Tour through the historic center of Ponta Delgada
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4.5 based on 20 reviews
Ponta Delgada, It's the largest and most important city of São Miguel and the Azores , with more than five centuries of existence, is a flat city , modern and cosmopolitan, It is the largest municipality and which has the largest equipment diversity. Find your guide at the City Gates and skirt on a walking tour through the historic center of Ponta Delgada. A rich City in history, in culture and historical buildings, we will visit churches, museums, gardens and the famous traditional market "Mercado da Graça", after 3 hours of walking around the city, after we take you to the Marina or to the port Cruises "Portas do Mar", where your tour ends.
Inclusions: Local guide, Professional guide
Exclusions: Lunch, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks, Souvenir's
Reviewed By patriceragot
I did find the service comfortable and it seems to go "everywhere" in Ponta Delgada... But despite the advert they do have only one trip per hour... but it is plenty as both ways I was alone in the bus...
