4 Nature Shore Excursions in Portugal Worth a Port Day

1.Ponta Delgada: Sete Cidades Volcano Lakes Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 198 reviews · 4 hours · from $47Our pick

Leave your cruise ship in Ponta Delgada for a four-hour guided trip to Sete Cidades. You’ll see the Green and Blue Lakes, Santiago Lake, Pico do Carvão, and a working pineapple plantation, with guides such as Mario and Denisa leading the way.

“Our guide Denisa was very personable and knowledgeable about the lakes area and the Azores in general. I would definitely recommend this tour!”

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2.Azores: Shore Excursion Furnas – Crater volcano and hot springs

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 47 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $94

From Ponta Delgada port, you’ll ride with a local guide to Furnas for tea tasting, crater views, steaming vents, and volcanic cooking pits. You can add Terra Nostra or Dona Beija thermal bathing, though entry costs extra and the short schedule may limit pool time.

“Great experience, amazing views, beautiful landscapes. Pedro was awesome as our tour guide. Very knowledgeable”

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3.Cruise Travellers : Furnas Volcano & Terra Nostra Thermal Pool

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 37 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $130

From Ponta Delgada’s cruise terminal, iGoAzores takes you by minivan to São Miguel viewpoints, Gorreana Tea Plantation, Furnas, and Terra Nostra’s thermal pool. Expect an English-speaking local guide, a small group when available, tea tasting, volcanic scenery, and a 5 to 6-hour schedule.

“Wonderful tour! Great sights and tour guide.They took us to the most breathtakingly beautiful places. This whole area is just gorgeous!”

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4.Cruise Travellers: Shore Excursion Sete Cidades & Furnas Volcano

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $98

Travel from Ponta Delgada’s cruise terminal to Vista do Rei, Gorreana tea plantation, Furnas, and Lagoa das Furnas in 5 to 6 hours. An English-speaking local guide such as John, Andrea, Diego, or Carlos leads the drive. Thermal pools and meals cost extra.

“Very nice tour. The tour guide was knowledgeable about the town. The tour guide wanted to make sure the participants had an enjoyable experience.”

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