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title: "Cruise Travellers: Sete Cidades Volcano, The Blue & Green Lake"
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city: Azores
country: Portugal
price: 46
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rating: 4.6
reviews: 70
duration_minutes: 180
duration_max_minutes: 240
languages: [pt, en]
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rank_in_category: 27 of 27 (Sete Cidades)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-30
data_updated: 2026-10-12
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# Cruise Travellers: Sete Cidades Volcano, The Blue & Green Lake

**Guidekin's take:** Pair Sete Cidades volcano with a visit and tasting at Santo António Pineapple Plantation on an outing designed for cruise passengers. Pickup at Ponta Delgada cruise ship terminal is included, with timing adjusted to the ship's arrival; entrance fees are extra. 4.6 from 70 reviews at €46 per person for 3h–4h.

In our comparison: #27 of 27 in Sete Cidades, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

This exclusive activity is designed specifically for cruise passengers docking in Ponta Delgada. Your experience begins with a visit to the Santo António Pineapple Plantation, where you can explore the greenhouses, learn about the traditional cultivation process, and enjoy a tasting of fresh pineapple and local pineapple liqueur — a unique way to discover one of the island’s sweetest traditions.

Next, embark on a scenic drive through the picturesque Sete Cidades volcano, enjoying breathtaking views of São Miguel’s lush landscapes on your way to the Vista do Rei viewpoint. At the iconic Sete Cidades viewpoint, you’ll be amazed by the dramatic contrast between the Blue and Green Lakes, nestled within a dormant volcanic crater — a truly mesmerizing view and perfect photo opportunity.

We will then make a stop in the village center of Sete Cidades, allowing time to visit the Neo-Gothic São Nicolau Church and experience the charm of this historic community.

Before returning to Ponta Delgada, the tour includes a stop at the Miradouro do Escalvado, offering spectacular views over the Ilhéus dos Mosteiros and the village of Mosteiros, beautifully situated on a lava-fan coastline. This is the perfect spot to capture the final breathtaking photos of the day.

At the end of the tour, we will ensure you are returned to your cruise ship on time, your heart full of memories of São Miguel’s incredible landscapes.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: For cruise ships docking at the…
- Entry ticket not included: buy it separately
- Starts 09:00: one departure a day
- Food included: Pineapple plantation visit & tasting
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Children from €35: ages 1 to 4

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €46 per person
- Duration: 3h–4h
- Rating: 4.6/5 from 70 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: iGoAzores
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: Portuguese, English
- Tickets: Admission not included, pay on site
- Start times: 09:00
- Booking: Confirmation within 48 hours, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-30

## Reviews

4.6 from 70 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
90% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 63 of 70.

- 5 stars: 55 (79%)
- 4 stars: 8 (11%)
- 3 stars: 4 (6%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 3 (4%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the local knowledge and lake viewpoints; pickup arrangements have sometimes gone wrong

**Praised:**
- Guides' knowledge of island history, geology and local life
- Lake viewpoints and photo stops around the volcanic landscape
- Friendly guides who entertain the group and answer questions
- Clean, comfortable buses and vans
- Informative explanations of pineapple growing at the plantation

**Complaints:**
- Some found pickups straightforward, while others report mixups that disrupted or prevented their tour
- Fog and low cloud can obscure the lakes and spoil the views
- Some found the pace relaxed, while others wanted more time at the sights

Written by Guidekin from the 67 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2022-04-26 to 2026-06-09); last checked 2026-10-07.

## What's included

- Top sightseeing places in Sete Cidades Volcano
- Tour starting time adjustable to ship's arrival and disembark
- Pick-up from Ponta Delgada cruise ship terminal
- Pineapple plantation visit & tasting

## Not included

- Entrance fees and personal purchases
- Tips

## Itinerary

1. **Arruda Pineapple Plantation** (15m) - Discover the only pineapple plantation planted in glass greenhouses and learn about the cultivation process.
2. **Vista do Rei Miradouro** (15m) - Considered as one of the seven wonders of Portugal, this is a viewpoint where the most famous lakes of the Azores can be admired. The blue and green lake, are without a doubt a unique and magical sight.
3. **Caldeira das Sete Cidades** (30m) - Inside the Sete Cidades volcano you will have the opportunity to explore the the parish, visit the São Nicolau church or stroll along the blue lagoon's edge.
4. **Miradouro da Ponta do Escalvado** (10m) - Viewpoint at altitude above the coast from where you can admire the huge cliffs and the black rocks of the Mosteiros islets. This will be the last point before returning to Ponta Delgada.
5. **Ponta Delgada** (30m) - The return to the starting point takes around 30 minutes and travellers can choose their drop-off location: back to the cruise terminal or city center.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 09:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-09-30
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Meeting point

For cruise ships docking at the commercial harbor, pick-up will be made at the shuttle stop.

Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJgTbEELcqQwsRjAB3-dJ-BF4

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Booking asks for: arrival flight or ship details

## Compared with other Sete Cidades

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #27 of 27** | €46 | 3h–4h | 4.6 (70) | shared |
| [Off the Beaten Track Half Day Sete Cidades Jeep Tour](/portugal/azores/tours/off-the-beaten-track-half-day-sete-cidades-jeep-tour/?format=md) | €48 | 3h | 4.96 (674) | shared |
| [Jeep Tour Full Day Sete Cidades & Lagoa do Fogo with lunch and drinks included.](/portugal/azores/tours/jeep-tour-full-day-sete-cidades-lagoa-do-fogo-with-lunch-and-drinks-included/?format=md) | €90 | 8h | 4.95 (746) | shared |
| [Quad Biking - Sete Cidades from North Coast (Half Day)](/portugal/azores/tours/quad-biking-sete-cidades-from-north-coast-half-day/?format=md) | €79 | 3h | 4.94 (939) | shared |

Ranked #27 of 27 in Sete Cidades by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €45 to €198, median €80; typical length 4h. 6 of 27 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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