Sao Miguel Island Hidden Gems: A Full Day Exploration with Lunch

Discover the hidden gems of São Miguel Island on a full-day exploration. Escape the crowds and explore the island’s beautiful landscapes, waterfalls, and more. No difficult walks required!

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Miradouro Caldeiras de Ribeira Grande - Discover the hidden geothermal gem of São Miguel island. Stroll along a water channel enveloped by lush, wild vegetation.
  • Fenais da Ajuda - Experience breathtaking coastal views featuring intriguing caves and rock formations on the cliffs.
  • Cascata do Risco - Wander through a picturesque garden…
What's Included
  • Lunch included
What's Not Included
  • Bottled water
Additional Information

São Miguel Island is stunning throughout and offers much more than just the famous attractions. This tour provides an opportunity to discover beyond the typical tourist spots, guided by a local expert!
Begin the day with a brief visit to a lesser-known geothermal area. Then, embark on the first short walk of the day, located in the island’s heart,…

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Sean_t
May 9, 2025
Stop scrolling tours and book today! - Gonçalo was an exceptional guide! This tour was a great way to see some hidden sights. We're in our mid 50's and it was a fair amount of walking but not a problem even though we had some wet muddy conditions along the way. Lucky for us it only rained while we traveled from stop to stop, but mostly sunny while hiking to viewpoints. (We toured in April) We appreciated Gonçalo's personality, sense of humor and knowledge. The lunch stop buffet at a small family restaurant was delicious!
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Lauralp5157wf
May 3, 2025
Breathtaking views! - This was a great tour thanks to Manuel! We really did find some hidden gems. The landscapes and views are just breathtaking! The air and sky are so clean, clear, and fresh. I just love the organic nature of everything! So you will do a lot of walking on all types of surfaces. Have good hiking shoes. You will get a great workout. If you are unable to do a lot of walking or climbing stairs, you can sit somewhere comfortably and enjoy the views until that leg of the tour is done. Either way, not a disappointment. Thanks again Manuel!
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Isabelc4558
Apr 30, 2025
Not to be missed! - We could never have found these fabulous places without this excursion. I highly recommend! Thank you to our guide “G” 😎 for his professionalism and the animation of this extraordinary day.
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383vernons
Apr 28, 2025
An excellent introduction to Sao Miguel - Despite rainy weather, we had an excellent day, seeing parts of the island that other tours miss. The verdant valleys with waterfalls are very beautiful and the views from the high points of the island are spectacular. Our guide was very attentive and helpful.
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Michelle
Apr 25, 2025
Hidden Gems not found on your usual tours! - Our guide João was so much fun and warm. I was travelling solo and made a few new friends that day! We got to see waterfalls, hike, through the woods, eat lots for lunch, and there were many other hidden gems that are not on the usual west and east tours. If you book with Pure Azores, be sure to ask for João!
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430kayac
Apr 24, 2025
Hidden gems tour with Joao was everything my soul needed and more! - The pace of the tour was very mellow and allowed everyone to connect with one another and appreciate the beautiful scenery. I learned so much about the island, down to every random detail that sparked my curiosity. I was very lucky to have an amazing group, with Joao as our one-of-a-kind leader. He was warm, hilarious and very well-informed on all things Sao Miguel. I will not forget this trip. Recommended to people who are not so concerned with visiting all the highlights but want an enriching experience for the soul. Thank you !
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Loveelephants53
Apr 24, 2025
Wonderful! - I can’t reveal the secrets of the Hidden Gems, a relaxing day enjoying the beauty of SaoMiguel, fabulous tour with João!
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G8050bkraquelr
Apr 23, 2025
Awesome tour! Thank you João! - We had an amazing tour with João. One of the best tour guides we’ve had in our travels. Highly recommend the hidden gems tour if you’re interested in seeing sights off the beaten path and learning a lot about Sao Miguel island from a very knowledgeable guide.
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Raquel_r
Apr 23, 2025
Awesome Tour! Thanks João! - We had an amazing tour with João. One of the best tour guides we’ve ever in our travels. Highly recommend the hidden gems tour if you’re interested in seeing sights off the beaten path and learning a lot about Sao Miguel island from a very knowledgeable guide.
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Courtney_l
Apr 18, 2025
Loved the tour - Made the tour fun and highly informative. Loved the areas we were brought to, and felt we had a unique experience with the hidden/ untouristy spots
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From $88
up to 8 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).