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Sao jorge island, Portugal
São Jorge Island: A Comprehensive Private Tour for Groups of 1-8 Individuals - An Exploration of the Entire Island with Highlights and Key Sites. Duration: Up to 4 Hours Dedicated to Pure Natural Beauty.
This itinerary details a journey across the island of São Jorge, starting from the town of Velas and ending in Calheta. We begin our exploration in the town of Velas, where we leave the city and proceed to the Forest Reserve of Sete Fontes or Parque das Sete Fontes, situated in the town of Rosais. Our primary interest revolves around the viewpoints offering breathtaking panoramic vistas, allowing us to admire neighboring islands and the northern coast of the island of São Jorge.
Following this scenic route, we visit the Cheese Factory named Unioão das Cooperativas da Beira, where visitors can indulge in diverse aged cheeses accompanied by a guided tour. Tickets for entry are available upon purchase at the factory (5 euros per person).
Our path then leads us to Norte Grande, passing through Toledo and Santo António before arriving in the town of Norte Grande. The highlight here is the Miradouro do Norte Grande, which provides an unparalleled view of much of the northern coastline of the island of São Jorge. The area also features several fajãs, such as Fajã do Ouvidor and Fajã da Ribeira de Areia, which are notable due to their significant size and population density. These sites belong to Norte Grande and house the villages of Santo António and Ribeira da Areia.
The next destination along our journey is the viewpoint overlooking Faja dos Cubres and Caldeira Santo Cristo, one of the most spectacular locations on the island. Following this, we travel to Calheta, passing through the towns of Norte Pequeno and various localities. Upon arrival in Calheta, there's a scheduled lunch break, although meals are not included in this itinerary.
Next, we explore the Coffee Plantation, renowned for producing the first European coffee grown from seed to table. This experience allows guests to purchase locally sourced coffee and traditional sweets while gaining insight into the plantation's history and production methods. Visiting the historic plantations, we get a glimpse into how life used to be led in the past, including workshops focused on growing coffee and crafting quilts, many of which date back more than a century.
As we descend from Calheta, we encounter the viewpoint of Manadas, featuring landmarks like Manadas, Terreiros, Urzelina, and Queimada. After returning to Velas, our tour concludes with a drop-off location. Depending on group preferences, tours can commence from different points on the island. However, the standard stops and attractions remain consistent: viewpoints with panoramic views, the Cheese Factory, the Coffee Plantation, and the Miradouro do Norte Grande. The exact sequence of events and additional visits may vary based on individual interests and schedule adjustments made by the tour organizers.
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| Highlights | Please refrain from stopping at the Cheese Factory on Sundays or during holidays. Additionally, visit the Best Viewpoints and Natural Reserves. Take a detour to explore the first Coffee Plantation in Europe. Make sure to stop by Caldeira Santo Cristo ViewPoint for an unforgettable view. |
| Includes | The pickup and drop-off services will be conducted at the client's designated location. It is important to note that the Cheese Factory Tour is not included within this service; however, it can be purchased independently from nearby establishments. |
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Duration 4 hours
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Sao jorge island, Portugal 
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Up to 4 hours dedicated to pure natural beauty.
From the town of Velas.
In Calheta.
Exploration of the entire island of São Jorge, with highlights and key sites.
Tickets for entry are available upon purchase at the factory.
Viewpoints providing breathtaking panoramic vistas.
Unioão das Cooperativas da Beira.
Fajã do Ouvidor and Fajã da Ribeira de Areia.
Miradouro do Norte Grande.
Coffee Plantation.
Workshops focused on growing coffee and crafting quilts, many of which date back more than a century.
Manadas, Terreiros, Urzelina, and Queimada.
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