Ribeira Grande & Pineapple Greenhouse

Ribeira Grande & Pineapple Greenhouse

3.5 hours | Azores Islands (Ponta Delgada) | P D L - 2 0 0
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Description

Points of Interest

  • Ribiera Grande
  • Pineapple Greenhouses
Moderate activity

Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

Set forth on an active, half-day guided island exploration via motorcoach to Ribeira Grande, the island's oldest town, located on a volcanic plateau above the sea. Explore the narrow, cobbled lanes which feature Portuguese-influenced architecture dating back to the 16th century. Peruse a liqueur factory for the opportunity to purchase local liqueurs and souvenirs. Enjoy a stunning photo stop at Pica Da Barrosa overlook to marvel at Fire Lake, a mystical blue lake cloaked in swirling mists in the crater of an extinct volcano. Tour one of the island's pineapple greenhouses to see first-hand how they are used to cultivate and market São Miguel's intensely flavored pineapples, a major island crop that thrives in the rich volcanic soil of the area. Visit the greenhouse gift shop where delicious pineapples, tasty liqueurs and local souvenirs are available for purchase.

Special Notes:

Motorcoaches are air-conditioned.

Child Price:

12 & under reduced

Details

Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.

Depart from ship for a visit to Ribeira Grande

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 45
Travel time: 00:30
Time at site: 00:30
Free time at site: 10
Inside visit: No
Air conditioned: Yes
Walking distance: 10
Restroom available: Yes
Shopping available: Yes

Photo stop for Pico Da Barrosa

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 45
Travel time: 00:35
Time at site: 00:15
Inside visit: No
Air conditioned: No
Restroom available: No
Photo/video opportunity: Yes

Visit to Pineapple Greenhouse

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 45
Travel time: 00:55
Time at site: 00:20
Inside visit: Yes
Air conditioned: No
Steps: 10
Restroom available: Yes
Shopping available: Yes

Re-board your motorcoach and return to your ship

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 45
Travel time: 00:30