Discover the authentic flavors of the Azores on a guided food tour in Ponta Delgada, featuring local cheeses, seafood, and traditional dishes—an engaging culinary journey into the island’s rich heritage.
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Flow Tours
Discover the authentic flavors of the Azores on a guided food tour in Ponta Delgada, featuring local cheeses, seafood, and traditional dishes—an engaging culinary journey into the island’s rich heritage.
Flow Tours is a Ponta Delgada–based tour operator on São Miguel Island in the Açores. The company organizes guided hiking, culinary, cultural and tailored sightseeing experiences across the island. Offerings include full-day excursions to Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo, guided hikes to Lagoa do Fogo and Fogo Lake, Nordeste nature and waterfall tours, Furnas visits with cozido and thermal springs, coastal walks, and private shore excursions. Food-focused options list Ponta Delgada food tours, gastronomic lunches, wine & cheese tastings, mixology workshops and family dinners prepared in a traditional wooden oven. Flow Tours also provides equipment rentals and practical services such as mountain bikes, snorkeling masks, SUP rental, and a FLOW Hike Shuttle to trailheads.
Local guides craft personalized itineraries through a dedicated travel coordinator, offering tailored van tours, private guide services, and multi-day city breaks like the São Miguel 2-day essential city break. Activities span hiking, snorkeling, SUP, cultural walks, and thermal-bath relaxation. Group and private events include premium experiences, sunset BBQs, and nature photography sessions.
Safety and convenience are emphasized with guided routes, local knowledge, and coordinated logistics from Ponta Delgada. Descriptions and durations vary by trip; many adventures include meals or tastings where noted. Flow Tours presents a broad catalog of 39 listed experiences covering natural landmarks, culinary heritage, and turnkey trip planning for visitors seeking an authentic Azores stay. Booking options accommodate private and small-group formats, with flexible scheduling, clear pricing, and on-request accessibility considerations to suit varied traveler needs and multilingual guide availability on request.
Tours Offered
39
Island-wide experiences
Base
Ponta Delgada
Located in Açores
Local Guides
Expert guides
Guides from São Miguel
Experience Types
Hiking & Food
Outdoor and culinary tours
Choose a guided hike, food tour, or private shore excursion — check availability and book a tailored São Miguel experience today.
Bring comfortable shoes
The tour involves walking through streets, markets, and eateries—wear supportive footwear.
Come hungry
Enjoy multiple tastings; arrive with an appetite to fully savor each dish.
Check weather forecast
Dress appropriately as some tasting stops are outdoors or in open-air markets.
Stay hydrated
Drink plenty of water, especially if sampling spicy or salty foods.
Comfortable walking shoes
Supportive shoes are essential for walking through city streets and markets.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated while exploring and tasting in the lively streets.
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
Protect yourself from sun exposure during outdoor parts of the tour.
summer
Light rain jacket
Be prepared for sudden rain showers in transitional seasons.
spring,winter