Ponta Delgada Food Tour: Combine a Tea Tasting Time, Walking Tour, and Authentic Azorean Meal
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Ponta Delgada
Experience the best of Ponta Delgada with a tea tasting, walking tour, and authentic Azorean meal. Explore historical landmarks, sample local tea and food, and enjoy a delicious lunch.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Igreja do Colégio dos Jesuítas - You’ll visit one of the most impressive Baroque Buildings in Portugal and be introduced to its small but exquisite art collection.
- Jardim Antero de Quintal - A charming city garden named after Antero de Quental, one of Portugal’s most important philosophers and poets, where we’ll unravel some fascinating stories.
- Igreja Matriz de Sao Sebastiao - Admire the beautiful carvings and learn about Portuguese architecture and history.
- Jardim Botanico Antonio Borges - A serene garden filled with lush greenery, exotic plants, and decorative fountains.
What's Included
- Lunch included
- Tea and coffee served
- Snacks provided
- Selection of Azorean beer
- Choice of volcanic wines
Additional Information
Welcome to Ponta Delgada, a picturesque city!
Immerse yourself in a 4-hour expedition that pairs a sampler of tea, a walking excursion, and a traditional Azorean feast while wandering in the captivating lanes and eminent historical sites of this seaside beauty on São Miguel Island in the Azores.
Start off from the legendary Portas da Cidade, where you’ll receive an introduction to the Azores through an overview of its past and cultural heritage. Meander through the historical heart of the city, taking in the tranquil ambiance of a Sunday. Stop by a tea house to gain insights into the antiquity of Europe’s oldest tea plantations, and savor local tea complemented by a variety of snacks.
Take a trip to the St. Andrew nunnery: travel back in history uncovering intriguing narratives and primordial emblems. Next, explore the lush greenery in one of the city’s prominent gardens.
Later, dig into a splendid lunch, sponsored and served by Hungry Whales. You may even get an opportunity to try your hand at cooking on a lava stone!
What’s included:
• An authentic Azorean meal (selections of seafood, beef, and dessert). Other dietary options are available.
• Tea tasting and food pairings
• Assorted drinks and local wines
Location
Portas da Cidade
Praça de Gonçalo Velho
We meet at Gonçalo Velho Cabral square, near the City Gates monument.
Our guides will be wearing distinctive Hungry Whales logo outfits.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Robert
Feb 11, 2024
Engaging and delicious experience - Diogo was awesome. Down to earth guy with A LOT of knowledge. Showed us amazing sites nd food. He was able to answer all our questions and kept us engaged the entire time. Also, the food was AMAZING. You get your moneys worth here folks
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Allisondw5014up
Jan 21, 2024
Exactly what we wanted!! - Definitely slot this in at the beginning of your trip to give yourself ideas for your stay! Fred was great to spend time with! This tour gave us a whole new perspective on the Azores & Sao Miguel!
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Jamie_g
Dec 13, 2023
Great tour - We had an amazing experience with our tour guide Diogo. He was passionate and thorough in his knowledgeable explanation of the city history. The food was delicious and captured all the favorites that Ponte Delgado has to offer. I would return and recommend this trip to friends and family.
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Lisadk8778td
Oct 31, 2023
Rafael and Fred Hit The Mark. - This is a great tour, starting with a greeting and overview of the city by the tour company owner, Rafael, who accommodated a change of the tour time when our cruise ship ran late. He dropped us off with Fred at a local restaurant where we dined on delicious limpets, grilled octopus, and a filet of beef cooked on a hot stone. Wine too. Fred then walked us around town, including stops at an amazing botanical garden and a Jesuit church (now a museum) with detailed wood carvings inside. We finished our day with dessert at a local cafe near the cruse ship port. The tour is expensive by usual standards, but we felt it was worth it when all was said and done.
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253marybethm
Oct 29, 2023
Wonderful walking and eating tour of Ponta Delgada! - My husband and I had a wonderful time touring and eating our way thru Ponta Delgada with our guide Fred. It was a lovely day with a relaxed pace. Fred was engaging and knowledgable on a wide range topics about the Azores and Sao Miguel. The food was great!
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Elil192
Sep 22, 2023
Ponta delgada Sunday to remember - Rafael provided a very unique experience for us. I would recommend the Sunday tour for anyone interested in the more nuanced pieces of azorean history and lore. The food provided was sustaining and nourishing, food for the soul and for good conversation. If you are more interested in a historical experience for a Sunday (most of the notable restaurants are closed Sunday) then this tour is for you. The food was still fantastic. The biggest standout was the in depth knowledge Rafael had about the magnificent island that is Sao Miguel. This was a birthday experience my partner booked and I have not had any birthday more unique.
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G381ptstephaniee
Sep 3, 2023
Sunday Afternoon Tour! - Absolutely amazing! Beautiful scenery, historical culture and terrific local cuisine. Michael was so informative and just a really fun personality, all around great tour guide and experience!
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Travel20671
Aug 25, 2023
Michael introduced us to fascinating Ponta Delgada! - Michael was very knowledgeable. He showed us incredible places (church, museum, park, restaurants) and told fascinating stories about them. He was patient, flexible, and fun to be with. The Sunday meal was a once-in-a-lifetime experience, carefully managed by our great guide. We would strongly recommend any tour led by Michael!
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182brennar
Aug 13, 2023
The best way to learn about Ponta Delgado - This tour was amazing, start to finish! I highly recommend, especially if you’re new to the island. We visited so many places that I wasn’t expecting/didn’t know about. Come hungry because the food is delectable and plentiful! Rafael is a fun and charismatic guide, extremely knowledgeable and great company for the afternoon. To sum it up: I saw a lot, learned a lot, and ate a lot!
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Q6921tgkarenf
Jul 30, 2023
A wonderful mix of history and food of Sao Miguel - What a fabulous experience with Rafael! Our walking tour included cultural stops where we learned so much about the history of Sao Miguel. The food from Xitaka was amazing! Absolutely the best beef we have had on the island and cooked on our own hot stone. Rafael personalized the experience for my sisters and I and I would recommend it wholeheartedly to anyone wanting to learn more about the history of the island it’s it’s fabulous food. 5 stars ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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