Semesterboende i Caloura

A member of the team of Pure Azores company (an expert in history, nature and culture of Azores) will meet you at your accommodation at 09:00 am. Following pick-up, start the drive to Furnas. Enjoy beautiful scenery along the southern coast of the island until you get to the historical town of Vila Franca do Campo. Here, reach a secluded chapel in the mountains, Senhora da Paz, to enjoy a spectacular view of the town and small island before continuing to Furnas. In Furnas, walk along geothermal fields and observe smoking volcanoes Watch as your lunch, the famous local cozido, is pulled from the cooking holes in the volcanic soil. We allow about 1 hour for the thermal baths. The thermal pools are optional, therefore the entrance is not included in price. You have two options: Poças de Dona Beija (6 euros/entrance) or Parque Terra Nostra (8 euros/entrance). In the afternoon, get to the top of the volcanic crater at the viewpoint of Pico do Ferro, which offers views of Furnas and its lake. Next, head to the northeastern side of the island to see the coast of high cliffs and waterfall of Ribeira dos Caldeirões. Make your way back to Ponta Delgada along the north coast of the island with a final stop at the Miradouro Santa Iria. Book together with São Miguel West tour, to guarantee seeing the absolute best of São Miguel in just 2 days!

Be prepared for most typical Azorean experience. Two in one, typical food & thermal pools. One of the great experience on the island is the thermal pools, you don't want to miss them. At night is when the place is more quiet, the air temperature is more adequate and the atmosphere is magical. I want to take you to the one most iconing thermal pools from the island, Poça da Beija. This experience will start in the end of the day until around midnight, be prepared for the best evening of your trip. So far seems good, there is more, before the thermal pools we will visit where locals cook the famous "cozido"(stew) using the heat from the volcano and this is what you gonna get for your dinner. On the top of all that you can have a cup of local tea made in one of the natural hot springs before we return home, all this surounded with a mysterious atmosphere created with the steam coming from the boilers of valley of Furnas. For better understanding you have to come... Starting from Ponta Delgada at 18h00-18:30 pm. Pick up at any place situated inside the city of Ponta Delgada. Bring towels and swimsuit for the Hot Springs baths. Recommend camera or video camera – the photo oppo Other things to note For go in this experience the weather makes no difference, just imagine be in 40 cº water having only your head out ;) Just bring comfortable clothes, swimming suit and towel.

Witness and bathe your body in the geothermal hot springs (39 Celsius/ 102.2 Fahrenheit) of Furnas Valley at night, during some kind of enchanting romantic grand adventure under the stars. Also, in the region of Furnas district take pleasure in an old-fashioned exclusive, yummy but healthy recipe, prepared beneath the ground utilizing water vapor originating from Furnas volcano geysers (Cozido das Furnas). The adventure begins around 18:00 - 18:30 and I will pick you up in any Hotel, Guesthouse etc in Ponta Delgada or outside the city. I cannot guarantee the stars shining at night but I can assure you will experience one of the best nights of your life! Come and create unforgettable memories with me! Outras observações -Passionate and cautious driver with a local guide. -All admission/site fees & taxes. -Dinner included

Visit the world renowned Gin Library, housing the world’s largest private collection of gin, and enjoy a Baleia Gin & Tonic, expertly prepared for you by its creator Ali Bullock. Named after the Portuguese word for whale, Baleia is distilled overlooking the never-ending Atlantic Ocean on the island of São Miguel. Blending traditional botanicals such as juniper, citrus and rosemary with seaweed sustainably sourced from the waters around the island. Baleia gin has an exceptionally smooth flavour, mixing a touch of sweetness with the salt of the ocean. Every bottle and drink sold supports marine conservation projects in the region, through a donation to The Ocean Azores Foundation. This experience is held at the Gin Library at the Solar Branco Eco Estate come rain or shine. When the weather is nice, the library doors are open, bringing the beautiful views of the green hills of São Miguel to the ocean beyond. For rainy days, we have comfortable seating inside. Your experience is hosted by Baleia Gin creator and Gin Library owner Ali Bullock, who will teach you to make and enjoy the perfect Baleia Gin and Tonic. Your experience includes one drink. Additional drinks are available to purchase. Please note: This experience is only available for adults over eighteen.

We will go up the tallest volcano of the island, only accessible by car, so tall you will watch the vegetation get drier as we go up. On the top you have the best view over its stunning caldera and lake waters. We will be standing really high, so as clear the sky, clearer will be the view. On our way down the north slope, you will have a access to the most tropical thermal pool in the island (ticket included). Warm water, waterfall and luxurious green vegetation. Spend time here and bathe, it´s an unique experience! Afterwards we will find the beautiful "Cabrito Waterfall" and the tea plantation on the bottom of the north slope. You can taste the most amazing Azorean tea, traditionally crafted while overlooking the green lines of tea overlooking the ocean. Now we will head to the south slope and visit the oldest village on the island, and learn about it´s stone church and rock islet. If you tasted the tea we must end this experience with the king of the island, learn everything about the most delicious pineapple in the world! My regular transportation is a 4 people vehicle, so there is a maximum of 3 participants to ensure comfort. I can rent a van for bigger groups please message me if it´s of your interest. If this experience is not available on your chosen date, please ask I´ll open for your preferred date.