--- title: Tour of Zafira-São Miguel Experience | local guide & Scenic Views lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/azores/tours/tour-of-zafira-s-o-miguel-experience-local-guide-scenic-views-482275P1/ type: tour city: Azores country: Portugal price: 52 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 5 reviews: 48 duration_minutes: 330 languages: [pt, en] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 4 of 11 (São Miguel) schedule_checked: 2026-09-02 data_updated: 2026-09-25 canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/azores/tours/tour-of-zafira-s-o-miguel-experience-local-guide-scenic-views-482275P1/ --- # Tour of Zafira-São Miguel Experience | local guide & Scenic Views **Guidekin's take:** A small car for up to four adults and two children that keeps the group tiny and adjusts the viewpoints to the weather, with water and snacks on board. Options run from a short express loop to a private day in Furnas with lunch. 5 from 48 reviews at €52 per person for 5h 30m. ## Overview Discover the island’s most iconic landscapes with comfort, personalized attention and a true local touch. This tour was designed for travellers looking for an authentic experience, away from large groups and with total flexibility. The tour takes place in a carriage with capacity for 6 passengers (up to 4 adults + 2 children), ensuring a quiet and intimate atmosphere. During the tour, we visit carefully selected viewpoints, adjusting the itinerary to the weather conditions to ensure always the best experience. This tour offers several options: Zafira Express (1h30 and 3h00), Zafira Tour with snacks, Zafira Private (4h), Zafira Furnas Private (7h), Zafira & Thermal Baths (7h), Zafira Solo travellers (1h30 and 3h00), Zafira 2 day tour (East & West). The duration, the route and the points visited vary depending on the chosen option. Ideal for couples, families, small groups and cruise passengers who value quality, comfort and authenticity. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: from 24 pickup points - Starts 09:00, 13:00: 2 departures a day - Food included: see what is included - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available ## Key facts - Price: from €52 per person - Duration: 5h 30m - Rating: 5.0/5 from 48 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Markfly ## What's included - Bottled water - Snacks - Air-conditioned vehicle ## Itinerary 1. **Mercado Da Graca** (30m) - Here you can have access to products from the island where most residents purchase local products, such as fish, meat, fruit, vegetables, cheese and other products. 2. **Fonte da Relva Viewpoint** (15m) - You will be able to glimpse the sea from the south and west coast, close to whale and dolphin lookouts, a great place for photos if the weather is mostly clear. 3. **Miradouro do Pico do Carvao** (15m) - Here you can see the south and north coast of the island and the volcanic deformations up to Lagoa do Fogo, you can see the shape of the island from a different perspective, a great place for good photos. 4. **Lagoa do Canario** (15m) - Hidden lagoon, serene and calm setting surrounded by pine trees, where you can access the most vibrant echo due to its high location. 5. **Miradouro da Boca do Inferno** (40m) - Here you can have access to an iconic viewpoint widely used in promotions of the island on social media, excellent for great photos, to access it you need to take a short walk lasting 15 minutes to and another 15 to return, access is via of the Canary Lagoon. 6. **Vista do Rei Miradouro** (15m) - Iconic viewpoint where you can observe the entire volcanic cone of the Sete Cidades lagoon, as well as the village located there. With the sun out, you will be able to distinguish the green lagoon from the blue one, where an ancient legend will be told. 7. **Miradouro do Cerrado das Freiras** (15m) - The closest viewpoint to the blue and green lagoon is perfect for photos and having a good time as a couple. 8. **Sete Cidades** (1h) - Here you can admire the different viewpoints in the area and get to know a little about the town located inside the Sete Cidades volcano, you can also have a snack in the existing restaurant and take photos at your leisure near the lagoon. 9. **Caloura** (30m) - Here you will have access to a microclimate and access to the sea on the coast of the island, where you will have access to all the natural beauty left by a volcano, and you will be able to take beautiful photos in a unique space. You will also have the opportunity to see... 10. **Lagoa do Fogo** (20m) - Here at this viewpoint you can see one of the most difficult lakes to see due to the dense fog that is sometimes there. Depending on the weather, you can see the sea and the highest peak on the island at the same time. During your climb you can see the north and south of the... 11. **Praia Pequena De Agua D'alto** (15m) - It is one of the beaches in the south of the island after going down the pisão, a great place to relax a little and take some photos. 12. **Praia Grande De Agua D'alto** (15m) - Dark volcanic sand beach inviting for swimming, with cliffs around it, from this beach you can see the beautiful Pestana Bahia Praia hotel which is nearby. 13. **Vila Franca do Campo** (20m) - Here you can delight yourself at the Vila Franca cheese factory and try one of these or even buy one as a gift. 14. **Islet of Vila Franca do Campo** (15m) - Iconic islet, known worldwide for its natural beauty, but also for having been the stage for the world sport Redbull Cliff Diving. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:00, 13:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-02 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Find the city gates and follow the sidewalk on your right facing the sea, you will find the tourist office in some arcades, I will be waiting for you in a white Opel van, if I am not there yet, wait for a moment or call my Whatsapp. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJY-3k2bUqQwsRHqos_eKLTDw Pickup points listed by the operator: 24 ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Specialized infant seats are available - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Compared with other São Miguel | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #4 of 11** | €52 | 5h 30m | 5.0 (48) | shared | | [São Miguel : Level 1 Canyoning in Ribeira dos Caldeirões, Azores](/portugal/azores/tours/s-o-miguel-level-1-canyoning-in-ribeira-dos-caldeir-es-azores/?format=md) | €70 | 3h | 4.99 (116) | shared | | [São Miguel West Full Day Tour with Setes Cidades Including Lunch](/portugal/azores/tours/s-o-miguel-west-full-day-tour-with-setes-cidades-including-lunch/?format=md) | €85 | 8h | 4.95 (1790) | shared | | [Coasteering in Caloura (Sao Miguel - Azores)](/portugal/azores/tours/coasteering-in-caloura-sao-miguel-azores/?format=md) | €70 | 3h | 5.0 (48) | shared | Ranked #4 of 11 in São Miguel by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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