Guided transport and insurance are included; priced per group, with lunch and Caldeira Velha admission extra, and baths requiring advance booking. 4.98 from 53 reviews at €260 per group/vehicle for 8h–9h.
Best for: Book the Vehicle up to four people option for Sete Cidades and Fire Crater Lake at €260 per group/vehicle, rated 4.98 from 53 reviews; lunch is extra. Private Tours comparison
Trade-off: Lunch and Caldeira Velha entry are extra.
In our comparison: #7 of 27 in Sete Cidades, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
5 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices: per adult for a party of two, or per group where marked. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English, Spanish, Portuguese.
| Option | What the operator says | From |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle up to 4 peopleThe page price | Mercedes car Pickup included | €260per group |
| Vehicle up to 6 people | Mercedes Mini-van Pickup included | €325per group |
| Vehicle up to 8 people | Mercedes Sprinter van Pickup included | €390per group |
| Mercedes Car VIP | VIP Mercedes-Benz limousine Pickup included | €390per group |
| Mercedes Viano Van VIP | Vip Mercedes Viano Pickup included | €455per group |
Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 30 September 2026.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 53 of 53
Star breakdown of all 53 ratings
Reviewers praise the knowledgeable guides and flexible pace; fog can hide the crater lakes.
Written by Guidekin from the 53 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (15 June 2021 to 22 August 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 7 October 2026.
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Ratings collected from Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
Pickup at your Hotel or Local Accommodation at 9:00 AM or and an arranged hour between client and agent.
10 minThe lava delta of Ferraria thermal area (natural hot pools and volcanic area). Or Miradouro of Boca do Inferno * Weather conditions and fisical conditions will determin before to choosen stop.
30 minWestern point of Sao Miguel island Viewpoint to see Mosteiros and the lava delta of Ferraria
10 minStop to see the Sete Cidades village center, time to see Sao Nicolau Church and bar for a coffee and WC (if needed)
20 minMain and the most popular view to see Sete Cidades lakes
15 minStop to see the Canario lake. A very peacfyl and calm area
15 minGreat view to see the entire Caldera of Sete Cidades: village, Sao Tiago lake, Blue lake and Rasa Lake. Or Ponta da Ferraria * Weather conditions and fisical conditions will determin before to choosen stop.
50 minView to see the most thiner and flatter area of Sao Miguel island. View where you can see the North and South coast at the same time.
10 minLunch stop suggestion
1h 30mStop to see Ribeira Grande historical center (Paradise garden, century stone bridge, "Nosssa Senhora da Estrela" church "Espirito do Santo" church, and liquor shop (tasting samples) or Azorean Chocolate.
30 minStop at "Caldeira Velha" park to see the Caldeira Velha waterfall, tropical vegetation, Caldeira Velha interpretation center, fumaroles and thermal baths. Caldeira Velha Park entrance fee per person: Ticket---------Visit 0-7 years------Free 7-14 years------1€ 14-64 years-----3€ +65 years-------1€ Family*---------5€ * 2 Adults + 1 children up to 14 years old
20 min · Admission not includedPre-booking online is necessary for Caldeira Velha bath. Recommended bath time slot 15:00–16:30. Maximum time in Caldeira Velha baths is 1 hour 30 minutes. Bookings for baths have to be online with a minimum of 1 to 4 days before activity. Link for bookings online: Caldeira Velha Park entrance fee per person: Ticket---------Visit & Bath 0-7 years------Free 7-14 years------5€ 14-64 years-----10€ +65 years-------5€ Family*---------15€ * 2 Adults + 1 children up to 14 years old * Locker to rent: 2,00 € * Maximum permanence time in baths 1 hour and 30 minutes, pre-booking for baths necessary a day before
1h 30m · Admission not includedStop at the viewpoint "Miradouro da Lagoa do Fogo" to see the Caldera of Lagoa do Fogo. One of the most beauful lakes in the Azores!
15 minFinish at your Hotel or Local Accommodation
5 minStop to see the Azorean Pineaplles with guided explanation, photos and at the end possibilty to eat pineapple and local produced pineapple products. The only pineapple production place in Europe. ** Possibilty to see If you do not have a Thermal bath at Caldeira Velha.
30 min · Admission includedOn this Private Tour you can see one of the 7 Natural Wonders of Portugal, and the most beautiful protected nature reserve lake.
Volcano craters, lakes, waterfalls, ocean viewpoints, cultural atractions can be seen too on this Private Tour.
Private Tour in an exclusive vehicle to the most beautiful places on Sao Miguel island.
Bilingual private Guides
Itinerary flexibility, if possible.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #7 of 27 | €260 per group | 8h–9h | 4.98 (53) | private |
| Off the Beaten Track Half Day Sete Cidades Jeep Tour | €48 | 3h | 4.96 (674) | shared |
| Jeep Tour Full Day Sete Cidades & Lagoa do Fogo with lunch and drinks included. | €90 | 8h | 4.95 (746) | shared |
| Quad Biking - Sete Cidades from North Coast (Half Day) | €79 | 3h | 4.94 (939) | shared |
Ranked #7 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. Compare all 27 Sete Cidades