
Private Tour of São Jorge
Discover the impressive geographical features of the island of São Jorge with this fantastic private tour. You will also encounter a fascinating architectural jewel unique to the Azores. Private Tour of São Jorge.
- 8 hours
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Discover the impressive geographical features of the island of São Jorge with this fantastic private tour. You will also encounter a fascinating architectural jewel unique to the Azores.
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 filled with cypress trees, pine trees, cryptomerias, and sequoias.
Next, we will visit Ponta dos Rosais, a cape of volcanic origin where bird species like the common tern and the cory nest. Afterward, we will head to the Fajã de João Dias viewpoint to take in the coastline.
At the Beira Cheese Factory, you will discover why São Jorge cheese has protected status and learn about its production. You will also enjoy a tasting of this cheese. Around 12 pm, a traditional restaurant will serve a buffet lunch.
After lunch, we will visit the church of Santa Barbara, home to a notable 18th-century tile mosaic. Then we will stop at Casa do Parque, a museum focused on the Azores and its geology.
The tour continues to Fajã do Ouvidor and the natural pool Simão Dias. Weather permitting, we will snorkel in the waters. We will also see contrasting landscapes at Fajã dos Cubres, Caldeira Santo Cristo, and Fajã dos Vimes, including coffee plantations.
Finally, we will arrive at Ponta do Topo, where the first men landed on the archipelago. The tour concludes with your drop-off at your hotel at 5:30 pm.
Advantages of a private tour
Booking a private tour provides you with a professional guide exclusively for you and your companions. The tour can be scheduled any day of the week, departing from your preferred location and customizable to meet your preferences.
Prices
Included
- Hotel pick up and drop off.
- Transport in minibus.
- English speaking guide.
- Buffet style lunch.
- A soft drink.
- Private tour, exclusively for you and your companions.
Not included
- Entry to the Cheese Factory of Beira with tasting: 5EUR per person.
- Entry to the Santa Barbara church: 1EUR per person.
Tips
- Accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible.