Azores - Soul of the Atlantic

Group sightseeing bus tour for a week

This route is suitable for those who dream of escaping the hustle and bustle and recharging among volcanic landscapes and turquoise lakes. For those who love leisurely walks, sea horizons, the smell of freshly brewed tea and bathing in hot springs under the open sky. If you want to truly feel the island, with its rhythm, tastes, nature and people - this tour is for you.

Tour format

Group bus tour
Comfortable buses
Mini group from 8 to 19 people
Accommodation in a 4* hotel with breakfast
3 lunches in authentic restaurants
Guide support
All transfers and excursions along the route are included
Possibility to choose the date
All inclusive
Price: 1560 € (for 2-bed accommodation) / 1700 € (for 1-bed accommodation)

Day by day itinerary to San Miguel

Day 1: Sunday

Arrival in Portugal

Arrival in Ponta Delgada (San Miguel).
Transfer from the airport.
Check-in at the hotel in Ponta Delgada at 15:00.
Free time to relax.

Day 2: Monday

Emerald Lakes of Sete Cidades

Journey to the western part of the island.
Walking tour to the famous turquoise-green lakes in the crater of a volcano.
Stops at picturesque viewpoints for photos.
Walk through the village of Sete Cidades.
Lunch with a view (included in the price - in the village or on the northern coast)
The abandoned Vista do Rei hotel is one of the most atmospheric places on the island with a panorama that you will not forget.

Day 3: Tuesday

Furnas Volcanic Valley and Tea Plantations

Tea plantation "Gorreana": excursion, tasting and the opportunity to buy local delicacies.
Transfer to the Furnas region - a picturesque valley of volcanoes.
Walk through the botanical garden, fumaroles and geysers.
Lunch: traditional cozido - a dish cooked in volcanic soil (included in the price).
Bathing in the hot springs of Terra Nostra - dense tropical greenery, warm mineral water, complete relaxation (included in the price).

Day 4: Wednesday

The city of Ponta Delgada and the ocean expanses

Walking tour of the city: volcanic stone architecture, market, embankment.
Boat excursion to the open sea in search of whales and dolphins (included in the price).
Evening - free time.

Day 5: Thursday

Free day

Breakfast at the hotel.
Optional: swimming, spa, hiking or just coffee on the terrace overlooking the Atlantic

Day 6: Friday

Eastern part of the island

Breakfast at the hotel.
Morning departure to the eastern part of the island with stops along the way.
Mirador Salto da Farinha.
Miradouro da Ponta do Sossego.
Miradouro da Ponta da Madrugada.
Visit to the city of Nordeste:
- Walking tour of the city
- Group lunch (included in the price)
- The atmosphere of real Azorean coziness: traditional houses, relaxed atmosphere.
- Church of Igreja Matriz de São Jorge.

Day 7: Saturday

Beach holiday

Breakfast at the hotel.
Departure to the western part of the island to the most picturesque beaches!
Piscina Natural da Ponta da Ferraria - a natural pool in the ocean, you can swim if you wish.
After lunch, return to the hotel - free time.

Day 8: Sunday

Departure from Portugal

Breakfast at the hotel.
Check out before 11:00
Transfer to Ponta Delgada airport.

Who is this tour suitable for?

For those who are tired of the hustle and bustle and want to reboot
This tour is a soft touch to nature. It is for those who want to slow down, breathe in the ocean air, wake up to the chirping of birds, walk along picturesque paths and listen to the singing of hot springs. The Azores know how to gently lull and remind you how nice it is to just live.

For travelers of all ages
We have created a route suitable for active youth, adult couples and even travelers of golden age. Without exhausting climbs, but with beautiful views, convenient stops, comfortable transitions and places where you can just enjoy the moment.

For connoisseurs of beautiful landscapes and solitude
If you love unique nature, picturesque lakes, volcanic landscapes, misty tea fields and green hills, this island is definitely for you. And there are almost no crowds of tourists here, so you will have the opportunity to see the "wild" Portugal and feel like a pioneer.

For gourmets and taste explorers
Azores cuisine is volcanic food grown in the richest soil. Fish stewed in a crater, tea with pineapple jam, local cheeses and the freshest seafood. We have included in the tour both joint dinners and tastings so that you can taste the island.

For those who dream of swimming in hot springs in the open air
Here are the most atmospheric thermal waters in Europe. Imagine: evening, warmth, steam, palm trees and stars all around - and you are relaxing in a warm volcanic spring. This is not a spa - this is real magic of nature.

For those who want a trip "like a postcard", but without overload
Each day on the tour is balanced: walks and rest, nature and cities, adventures and comfort. You will not get tired, but you will definitely not get bored. The tour is suitable for those who travel alone, as well as for couples, girlfriends and even families with teenagers.

Our itinerary is designed to show you the best natural and cultural gems of São Miguel, the largest and most diverse island in the Azores. Here are the main attractions that await you:

Sete Cidades Lakes
Two confluences of one crater: one is sky-blue, the other is emerald green. This is one of the most beautiful places in Portugal, surrounded by mountains, forests and secrets.

We will make stops at the best viewpoints, walk along the edge of the crater and look at the grandeur of nature from different angles.

Vista do Rei and the abandoned hotel
A legendary viewpoint with a breathtaking view of Sete Cidades. Here is the mysterious abandoned Monte Palace Hotel, shrouded in the atmosphere of films about explorers and adventurers. An ideal place for photos and a slight "stop in time".

Gorreana Tea Plantation
The only working tea plantation in Europe. Here we will learn how tea is grown on volcanic soil, try different varieties (for free!) and, perhaps, take home a jar of pineapple jam and signature cookies. A very atmospheric place with green hills, like in Japan or Sri Lanka - only in the middle of the Atlantic.

Furnas: volcanoes, geysers and hot springs
Furnas is the heart of thermal activity on the island. We will walk through an ancient park with tropical trees and boiling waters, see geysers and craters in which the locals slowly cook kusida - a traditional dish on volcanic steam. Of course, we will try it for lunch!

Terra Nostra Park
A famous park-botanical garden and a huge thermal pool with warm ferruginous water the color of amber. Bathing here is a ritual that is impossible to forget. Around - tropical greenery, tranquility, light steam and birds. This is not a spa, but a real natural therapy.

Ponta Delgada Sightseeing Tour
The charming capital of the island. White and black Portuguese tiles, old mansions, beautiful churches and a promenade where a fresh sea breeze always blows. We will walk along the cozy streets, drink coffee with a view of the port and learn a little more about the history of the Azores.

Catamaran and whale watching
We will go to the open sea in search of whales and dolphins. Even if you do not meet the giants of the ocean, the trip itself is an adventure: waves, salty air and the endless Atlantic horizon.

Nordeste and the green east of the island
A calm, non-touristy part of Sao Miguel, where nature is especially green and lush. We will stop in the cute town of Nordeste, drink coffee, walk and admire the landscapes from the best viewing platforms of the east coast. The real rural soul of the Azores lives here.

Beaches and Waterfalls
We will visit volcanic beaches with black sand, swim in the ocean and go to beautiful waterfalls in green valleys.

Join us and allow yourself to truly relax. Portugal is waiting for you!

What's included

Accommodation in a 4* hotel with breakfast
Transfers from / to the airport
Guide and excursions along the route
3 lunches (when there are group excursions)
Entrance tickets along the route

NOT included:

Insurance
Flight
Personal expenses
Dinners

TOUR SCHEDULE 2025

Please note that the tour dates are fixed - you can start the tour on Sunday. That is, your arrival and departure to the island will be on Sunday.

SUMMER

June - July - August

June 22 - 29
July 13 - 20
August 17 - 24

AUTUMN

September - October - November

September 7-14
September 14-21

October 5-12
October 12-19

November 2-9

WINTER

December

December 14 - 21

Why choose our sightseeing tours:

Sightseeing bus tours are a convenient and affordable way to discover Portugal in all its beauty. We’ve thought of everything for you: exciting itineraries, comfortable transportation, cozy hotels, and inspiring excursions. Just choose your destination and let’s go for new experiences!

All Inclusive

Transfers, hotels, meals, and excursions — you don’t have to worry about a thing.

Well-planned itinerary

Only the most interesting and beautiful places — without rush or hurry.

English-speaking guide

An experienced guide will share stories about the country in an engaging and easy-to-understand way.

Comfort on the road

Modern buses, professional drivers, regular stops, and attention to your comfort.

Perfect for a first visit

We cover the country’s key attractions.

Free time in the cities

We leave room for personal experiences and walks.

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Lisbon, Portugal