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Discover the wild beauty and authentic charm of the eastern side of São Miguel with this exclusive private tour to Nordeste — one of the most scenic and peaceful regions in the Azores.
Known for its dramatic cliffs, lush green landscapes, waterfall, and picturesque villages, Nordeste offers an unforgettable journey through nature and local culture. Along the way, you will visit breathtaking viewpoints such as Ponta do Sossego and Ponta da Madrugada, famous for their panoramic ocean views and colorful gardens.
This private experience allows you to explore at your own pace, with personalized attention and flexibility throughout the day.
Perfect for nature lovers, photographers, couples, families, and travelers looking for an authentic Azorean experience.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The pickup will take place in the clients accomodations, in a 15 km radius of Ponta Delgada.
Itinerary
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1Miradouro do Salto do Cavalo
Witness two vulcanic craters side by side from this picturesque viewpoint, if the visibility is good, it's really a breathtaking stop.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Parque Natural da Ribeira dos Caldeiroes
Visit a natural park that was once a watermill station, with a waterfall on the outside and a smaller one inside of the park. You can also see the old water mills that nowadays were transformed into museums.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
This used to be an old whale watching spot, later transformed into a picnic area. The shelter for the whale watchers is still there.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Enjoy a buffet of typical food from São Miguel island. Several options of meat and fish as well as salads.
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
5Nordeste
Stop at the center of the eastern most village of the island. Although small it's a very beautiful village where flowers and gardens are the local landmark.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Miradouro Da Vista Dos Barcos
From this viewpoint you can see the Arnel lighthouse that marks the eastern most point of the island.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Miradouro da Ponta do Sossego
One of the most important picnic parks/garden of the island. Well kept and with several viewpoints over the ocean, this one is a favorite amongst locals.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Miradouro da Ponta da Madrugada
From this viewpoint over the ocean, locals gather to see the sunrise.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9Povoacao
Visit the village where everything started. This is where the sailors that discovered the island, and later the first settlers arrived to establish themselves in the island.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Furnas (Pass by)
Driving back to your accommodations, relax and enjoy the scenery.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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