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Discover the Azores at your own pace.

Q: What do I need?

Smartphone Internet (for first access only).Comfortable walking shoes.Weather-appropriate clothing / sun-protection.

Q: What happens after booking?

You’ll get instant access via email.For some versions of the tour, you’ll also need to visit the Azores Ticket Office in Ponta Delgada to pick up your lanyard, which gives you access to snacks during the experience.

Premium digital routes designed by local experts. Forget tour groups and
explore the island’s most incredible spots with total freedom.

amazing

self-guided tours

Offline

mobile app/map

0 guides

100% self-guided

The Concept

What is a Self-Guided Tour?

It’s the perfect balance between professional planning and total freedom. We provide the expert local knowledge, the optimized route, the hidden stops, and all the logistical details you need in a digital format.

You provide the pace. Start when you want, stay as long as you like at each viewpoint, and skip what doesn’t interest you. No tourist buses, no waiting for strangers, just you and the raw beauty of the Azores.

100% Digital & Seamless

Everything runs directly on your phone's native map app or your app.

Your Schedule, Your Rules

Wake up early or sleep in. Spend 10 minutes or 2 hours at a lake. You're the boss of your itinerary.

Expert Curation

We've filtered out the tourist traps and optimized the driving order to save you hours of planning.

Our Catalog

Find the perfect adventure

Family

Self Guided Ponta Delgada City Tour

Discover Ponta Delgada at your own pace with this self-guided...

Discover Ponta Delgada at your own pace with this self-guided city tour, carefully created by the local experts at Azores Self Guided. Designed to help you experience the authentic character of São Miguel, this digital route takes you beyond the typical tourist path and through some of the island’s most iconic landscapes, historic landmarks, and hidden gems.

25€

Rugged

Sete Cidades E-Bike Self-Guided Tour – Itinerary 4

Explore the wonders of Sete Cidades on a self-guided e-bike...

75€

Rugged

Sete Cidades E-Bike Self-Guided Tour – Itinerary 3

This rewarding route takes you through the most iconic places...

65€

The Destination

Your Azores Adventure

From the volcanic craters of Sete Cidades to the boiling hot springs of Furnas, discover the island’s soul through carefully crafted stops that reveal its authentic character.

Self-Guided Tours

Nature Walking

Family Friendly

The Process

Your journey starts in seconds

Simple, digital, and designed for total independence.

01 Choose your route

Select the perfect self-guided experience for your island adventure.

02 Receive your pack

Get your digital credentials, maps, and local insights directly in your email.

03 Explore freely

Open your digital guide and start discovering the Azores at your own pace.

The Experience

Everything You Need in One Place

Once you purchase a route, you receive a complete digital package that turns your smartphone into a professional local guide.

Offline App or Map

Description Guides

Audio Guides

Optimized Driving Routes

Offline Support Guide

Hidden Viewpoints

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this experience?

A web-based self-guided tour of Ponta Delgada that you access in your browser — no app download needed.

Do I need to download anything?

No. Just open the link we send you on your phone.

How does it work?

After booking, you’ll receive a link with your route, maps, and stops. Explore Ponta Delgada at your own pace.

Do I need to be in Ponta Delgada?

Yes. This tour is designed to be used on location in Ponta Delgada.

Is transport included?

No. This is a walking experience through the city.

Do I need internet?

Only the first time you open the tour. After that, it works offline.

No data? Stop by the Azores Ticket Office – Largo Vasco Bensaúde nº 31, 9500-103 Ponta Delgada, Portugal, connect to Wi-Fi, and load your tour before starting.

Is there a guide?

No—this is a self-guided experience.

How long does it take?

Flexible — most people complete it in a few hours, but you can go at your own pace.

What do I need?

Smartphone Internet (for first access only).
Comfortable walking shoes.
Weather-appropriate clothing / sun-protection.

What happens after booking?

You’ll get instant access via email.

For some versions of the tour, you’ll also need to visit the Azores Ticket Office in Ponta Delgada to pick up your lanyard, which gives you access to snacks during the experience.

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