Day Trips & Tours from São Miguel

27 tours · €40–€135 per person · ★ 4.9

A day tour is how you see São Miguel without losing half your trip to the wheel. The island is bigger than it looks, the best stops sit far apart, and São Miguel day tours bundle the crater lakes, fishing villages and viewpoints into one well-paced run with a driver-guide who knows the back roads.

Decide what you want most before you compare. Sete Cidades is the headline twin-lake caldera, gorgeous from the Vista do Rei lookout and better still by quad along the north coast. The Furnas valley pairs steaming fumaroles with a cozido lunch cooked in the ground, then tea-plantation stops on the way home. Foodies should look at a small-group Ponta Delgada food walk for cheese, pineapple and local wine. Lean toward guided day trips with hotel pickup, and check for free cancellation across the half-day and full-day options.

27 São Miguel day tours from €40. Small-group and private, half-day or full-day with hotel pickup and free cancellation on most, easy to book online.

5.0 Excellent 50 reviews
3h 30m

Half-Day 4x4 Tour to Lagoa das Sete Cidades

In a 4 x4 vehicle the destiny is the Sete Cidades Volcano, a geologic complex responsible for the stunning beauty of the landscape that majestically w...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 64 reviews
7h

Private Full-Day 4x4 Tour to Furnas Volcano

Following the southern coast of the island, stop at Vila Franca do Campo (first Capital of the island). Head for the wonderful Furnas Valley, a natura...

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.9 Excellent 51 reviews

Private Custom Tour in São Miguel Island

Have the best Custom experience discovering the Island of São Miguel. Have an unique and exclusive tour according to your preferences. Our guide will ...

Free cancellation
4.7 Great 38 reviews
8h

Furnas: Volcano Wonders, Tea Plantation & Waterfall Tour

Join us for a full-day excursion to Furnas, one of the most captivating volcanic areas on São Miguel Island. Walk among steaming calderas, relax in na...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 78 reviews
7h

Private Full-Day 4x4 Tour to Lagoa do Fogo & Lagoa das Sete Cidades

Go where the traditional tourist circuits will not, allowing a different view of these two volcanic complex classified as protected landscape. At the...

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.9 Excellent 44 reviews
3h 30m

Half Day Sete Cidades Private Tour

We travel on many secondary roads to get to views that others miss out on. The experience of travelling the rim of the crater is like no other. Embark...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 31 reviews
8h

Tour to Furnas and Terra Nostra Garden - full day

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 Fur...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 196 reviews
8h

Full Day Jeep Tour Furnas with lunch (Cozido) and drinks included

This tour visits the Furnas crater.  (Lunch and drinks included (wine, beer, soft drinks) We take many secondary roads to see things that others mis...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 38 reviews
3h 30m

Half day Lagoa do Fogo

Visit the Lagoa do Fogo Caldeira. We take some secondary roads to get the best views that others miss out on. At the top of Pico da Barrosa the highes...

Free cancellation
4.8 Excellent 75 reviews
4h 30m

Half Day Guided Tour of Sete Cidades from Ponta Delgada

Venturing towards the western side of the island, we'll treat our eyes to the most captivating and picturesque views that will take your breath away. ...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 33 reviews
8h

Tour to Sete Cidades, Lagoa do Fogo and Furnas

The traveler will get to know the most famous and stunning Lagoons of the Azores. The immense space, the silence, seems to muffle the noise of the bir...

Free cancellation
In high demand
5.0 Excellent 20 reviews

São Miguel, Azores: Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour

- Frequent sightings throughout the year, with different species depending on the season; - Specialized guides who share knowledge about marine life a...

Free cancellation

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Private tour
5.0 Excellent 115 reviews
3h 30m

Buggy Tour Sete Cidades Volcano Off-Road Adventure

-Drive your own buggy through on and off-road trails -Explore the Sete Cidades volcanic crater -Stop at stunning viewpoints overlooking the lakes -Sma...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 196 reviews
8h

Full Day Jeep Tour Furnas with lunch (Cozido) and drinks included

This tour visits the Furnas crater.  (Lunch and drinks included (wine, beer, soft drinks) We take many secondary roads to see things that others mis...

Free cancellation
Bestseller
5.0 Excellent 1255 reviews
8h

São Miguel East Van Tour with Lunch: Furnas & Nordeste

Discover the rich landscapes of eastern São Miguel on this full-day small-group tour. Travel in a comfortable electric van, providing a smooth and qui...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 434 reviews
8h

Hidden Gems of Sao Miguel Island Full Day Tour with Lunch

Go beyond the usual routes and discover São Miguel’s hidden gems on this small-group tour. Travel in a comfortable electric van, offering a quieter an...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 363 reviews

Side by Side Tour - Sete Cidades from North Coast (Half Day)

This activity is ideal for families or couples looking for adventure and fun. This tour will take you to the highest points that surround Sete Cidades...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 689 reviews
8h

Jeep Tour Full Day Sete Cidades & Lagoa do Fogo with lunch and drinks included.

On this tour we visit both the western and central craters. In the western crater of Sete Cidades we vistit stunning views at 650 meters above sea l...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 619 reviews

Off the Beaten Track Half Day Sete Cidades Jeep Tour

Visit one on the seven wonders of Portugal! Experience Sete Cidades like never before with our exclusive offroad jeep tour. Access hidden crater rim...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 905 reviews

Quad Biking - Sete Cidades from North Coast (Half Day)

On this tour you will be the driver of an quad / ATV and this will probably be the best way to feel and experience this part of São Miguel Island. Th...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 187 reviews
3h 15m

Wine & Food Evening Walking Tour in Ponta Delgada, incl. dinner

Wine & Food Tour + Dinner Explore the historic downtown of Ponta Delgada, visit different venues to sample their wines and foods, and enjoy a curated...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 926 reviews
3h 30m

Small-Group Ponta Delgada Food Tour in Azores

Discover some of the best food in Portugal on this 3.5h culinary walking tour through Ponta Delgada, the main city of the Azores islands. Sample uniq...

Free cancellation
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Planning a trip to São Miguel

Best time to visit

São Miguel is at its best from late spring to early autumn (May to September), with milder, drier days and whale-watching in full swing. Expect quick weather changes any time of year.

Getting there & around

Flights arrive at Ponta Delgada Airport (PDL), a few minutes from the city. The island's highlights, from Sete Cidades to the Furnas hot springs, are spread out, so a car or guided tour makes the most of a visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

27 day tours are available for booking in São Miguel on Guidekin. The highest-rated is Private Full-Day 4x4 Tour to Furnas Volcano with 5.0/5 from 64 reviews.

Prices range from €40 to €135 per person. The most affordable option is Half Day Guided Tour of Sete Cidades from Ponta Delgada at €40. The premium choice is Wine & Food Evening Walking Tour in Ponta Delgada, incl. dinner at €135.

Based on 6818 traveler reviews across 27 tours, Private Full-Day 4x4 Tour to Furnas Volcano has the highest rating: 5.0/5 (64 reviews).

Duration ranges from 3h to 8h. The shortest is San Miguel : Boat Tour - Volcanic Wonders, Caves & History at 3h. The longest is Tour to Sete Cidades, Lagoa do Fogo and Furnas at 8h.

Browse 27 available tours above, select your preferred date and group size, and book directly on Guidekin. Most tours offer instant confirmation and free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.

Most day tours offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Check the cancellation policy on each tour page for exact terms.

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