Private Tour of São Jorge

Discover the impressive geographical features of the island of São Jorge with this fantastic private tour.

Private Tour of São Jorge

We will pick you up from your hotel at 9:30 am to begin our private tour of São Jorge. Our first stop will be at Parque Forestal das Sete Fuentes, a natural area with various tree species. Inside the park, we will visit Ponta dos Rosais, a volcanic cape home to bird species like the common tern and the cory. Next, we will go to the Fajã de João Dias viewpoint for coastline views.

You will learn about the production of São Jorge cheese during our visit to the Beira Cheese Factory, where we will have a tasting. Around 12 pm, lunch will be served at a traditional restaurant.

After lunch, we will visit the church of Santa Barbara, featuring an 18th-century tile mosaic, followed by Casa do Parque, a museum focused on Azorean geology.

The tour will proceed to Fajã do Ouvidor and the natural pool Simão Dias, with potential snorkeling if weather permits. We will view contrasting landscapes at Fajã dos Cubres, Caldeira Santo Cristo, and Fajã dos Vimes, where coffee plantations will be observed.

We will conclude our tour at Ponta do Topo, the historical landing site of the first settlers, and return to your hotel by 5:30 pm.

Advantages of a private tour

By booking a private tour, you will have a professional guide exclusively for you and your companions. You can customize the itinerary and choose the day of the tour, starting from your preferred location.