We will discover the beautiful island of São Miguel, in Azores, together, explore São Miguel, the largest island in the Azores, and discover a beautiful mix of volcanic landscapes, crater lakes, thermal waters, scenic viewpoints, local traditions and charming coastal villages. We’ll use a rental car throughout the trip, allowing us to explore the island comfortably and stop at viewpoints and hidden corners along the way. Rather than rushing from one attraction to another, we’ll take our time to enjoy the landscapes, discover local places and decide together where we want to spend a little longer. We’ll begin in Ponta Delgada, the island’s lively capital and our base throughout the trip. We’ll have time to explore the historic centre on foot, enjoy the local atmosphere and settle into the Azorean way of life. From there, we’ll explore both the western and eastern parts of São Miguel. Highlights include the spectacular Lagoa do Fogo, the viewpoints around Sete Cidades, the volcanic landscapes of Furnas, natural parks, tea plantations and some of the island’s most beautiful coastal viewpoints. A special part of the trip will be experiencing São Miguel’s volcanic heritage. We’ll visit the thermal areas around Furnas and enjoy one of the island’s thermal baths, surrounded by lush volcanic scenery. We’ll also discover some of São Miguel’s local traditions, including the island’s tea-growing heritage and opportunities to try local food and specialties along the way. On our final full day, we’ll keep the schedule flexible. Depending on the group’s interests and the weather, we might revisit a favourite place, relax by the coast, go for a walk or explore another part of Ponta Delgada. ➡️ What's included: - Accommodation (hotel - shared bedrooms with breakfast.. - Transportation (from/to the airport and to the sites around the island) - me as guide - - Breakfast everyday. - entrance at one of the thermal baths ➡️ What's NOT included: - Food, souvenirs
Hi people!!!! I'm Sónia. I am a Portuguese that was born in France - but I don speak French :) Lived in Portugal almost all of my life and a couple of years in Iceland. I love to travel and get to know different cultures with locals. It was when I was abroad and while traveling alone that I discovered the love that I have for my beautiful country. The food, the culture, the heritage, the nature, EVERYTHING. And I wanted to show it all to my friends. Now I decided to show it to others.
We’ll stay in a comfortable, centrally located hotel in Ponta Delgada, which will be our base throughout the trip. Staying in one accommodation means we can explore São Miguel during the day and return to the same place each evening without having to pack and move between hotels. The central location also makes it easy to explore Ponta Delgada, with restaurants, cafés and local spots within easy reach. Accommodation is based on shared bedrooms, with each TripMate having their own bed, towels and essential amenities. Breakfast is included every morning, so you can start each day comfortably before we head out to explore the island. If you prefer more privacy, a private room can be arranged for an additional cost, subject to availability. Please contact me before booking so I can check the available options and additional price. The exact hotel may depend on availability at the time of booking, but I’ll select a comfortable, well-located option that is suitable for our group. If you're interested, send me a message 📬 so we can have a quick chat and discuss this in more detail!!