From dormant volcanoes to mythical landscapes, this full-day tour feels like stepping into an adventure film. Along the way you will see dramatic coastlines, green mountains and flower-lined roads, with a local guide explaining the history, geology and stories of each place.

What you’ll experience

Southwest coast: follow the coastline past cliffs shaped by lava and volcanic rock rising from the Atlantic, with a stop at an old whale-watching lookout.

Mosteiros: visit this village and its black sand beach, one of the most beautiful in the region, and see the natural lava pools where locals swim.

Sete Cidades: explore one of the Seven Wonders of Portugal. From the Vista do Rei viewpoint, admire the Blue and Green Lakes inside the crater, then enjoy free time at your own pace or enjoy a optional traditional lunch at a local restaurant. Please request it in advance and it is payable on the day of the tour.

Pineapple plantation: learn about a unique growing method and the history of this much-loved fruit in the Azores.

Lagoa do Fogo: drive north through Ribeira Grande, the island’s second-largest city, to the Fogo volcano nature reserve, a refuge for nesting seabirds and migratory birds. Its turquoise lake is surrounded by lush endemic vegetation.

Return to Ponta Delgada: relax on the way down from the crater with panoramic views all the way.

This tour operates rain or shine.