São Miguel Azores
São Miguel is the largest island in the Azores archipelago and maintains a charm typical of the islands, where life is polite and unhurried. A wealth of things to see and activities to do, you'll find scenes of untouched beauty as you explore this magical island.
Volcanoes and lakes
São Miguel is composed of two volcanic ranges with three stunning crater lakes – Sete Cidades, Furnas and Lagoa do Fogo. Sete Cidades, a green, fairy-tale crater with its twin lakes is almost ten miles in circumference while Lagoa do Fogo is the most remote of the lakes set within an imposing mountain range.
History and Culture
Through the city gates of the bustling Azores capital, Ponta Delgada, lies a traditional centre home to some beautiful examples of Portuguese architecture dating back to the 17th century. A whole day can easily be spent here, visiting the museums and churches and sampling the local delicacies of pineapple, cheese, wine, fresh fish and liqueurs.
Focus on activity holidays
Why not try our village to village Azores cycling holidays along the undulating flower lined back roads of São Miguel. Sample our wonderful crater lake and coastal walks, either guided or self guided. Or for a holiday of a lifetime, add in a whale and dolphin watching trip or two and see the mighty sperm whale up close.
