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title: Private Tour Volcanic Lakes Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo
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type: tour
city: Azores
country: Portugal
price: 260
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_group
availability: bookable
rating: 4.91
reviews: 46
duration_minutes: 480
languages: [ru, en]
free_cancellation: "true"
guidekin_pick: Private lake and coastal views
rank_in_category: 16 of 27 (Sete Cidades)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-30
data_updated: 2026-10-12
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# Private Tour Volcanic Lakes Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo

**Guidekin's take:** See Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo from lake and coastal lookouts on a private tour for your party. Air-conditioned transport and bottled water are included for up to seven people; lunch is extra and pricing is per group. 4.91 from 46 reviews at €260 per group/vehicle for 8h.

In our comparison: #16 of 27 in Sete Cidades, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

This is a must have tour in Azores which you should visit with us.

See the stunning volcanic crater, filled with an emerald lake, and its surrounding vistas. Stop at the Lagoa do Fogo mountain for some of the region’s most impressive views of the lake and various shores of the island.

Enjoy a wide-ranging taster of the natural highlights of São Miguel Island on this full-day tour. Plenty of panoramic photo ops from a range of lookouts.

Personalized private tour (flexible start and end time). Turn your day in a memorable moment with a totally personalized private tour, be part of a stress-free journey in São Miguel island. We take care of you all day, deciding with you what to see, where to go, when, and how long. The transport can be made by mini-van up to 7.

Flexible itinerary—only go to sites that interest you.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: from 61 pickup points
- Food not included: bring or buy your own
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup from 61 pickup points

## Key facts

- Price: from €260 per group/vehicle for the Vehicle up to 4 people option; other options up to €320
- Duration: 8h
- Rating: 4.91/5 from 46 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: GreetAzores
- Group: Private tour, your party only
- Guide languages: Russian, English
- Booking: Confirmation within 48 hours, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-30

## Reviews

4.91 from 46 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 45 of 46.

- 5 stars: 45 (98%)
- 4 stars: 0 (0%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 1 (2%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers value the tailored routes and knowledgeable guides; low cloud and poor weather can change the planned itinerary.

**Praised:**
- Clear explanations of island history, nature and local culture
- Routes tailored to travellers' interests and needs
- Comfortable vans and careful driving
- Lake viewpoints and varied stops across the island
- Enjoyable lunches featuring local food

**Complaints:**
- Low cloud and poor weather have required changes to the planned itinerary

Written by Guidekin from the 34 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2024-05-13 to 2026-09-13); last checked 2026-10-07.

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle up to 4 people | €260 per group | English, Russian | Pickup included |
| Vehicle up to 7 people | €320 per group | English, Russian | vw caravelle Pickup included |

## What's included

- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Private tour (1-7 people) duration 8 hours
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Insurance

## Not included

- Lunch
- Caldeira Velha - 3 euro (visit), 10 euro (baths & visit) euro per person (advance booking required)
- Pickups outside the Ponta Delgada area (cost depending on hotel location)

## Itinerary

1. **Miradouro do Pico do Carvao** (10m) - Amazing view to the north and south coast. One of the most beautiful viewpoints in Sao Miguel island. You can see both the north and south coasts. A must visit to experience the magnificent natural beauty of the Island
2. **Muro Das Nove Janelas** (10m) - Near the Serra Devassa is the Muro das Nove Janelas, an aqueduct that is considered a heritage site (18th century)
3. **Lagoa do Canario** (10m) - Lagoa do Canário is synonymous with beauty, tranquility and peace. Silence and beauty around
4. **Miradouro da Boca do Inferno** (50m) - Spectacular view over the caldera. One of the most well-known panoramic views of the Sete Cidades. It is by many the most stunning and emblematic place on the whole island of São Miguel. The Boca do Inferno viewpoint offers a fantastic view of the craters and lagoons...
5. **Vista do Rei Miradouro** (20m) - The wonderful viewpoint of Vista do Rei, which gives you a magnificent view over the large and amazing lake of the Sete Cidades. This is the classic Azores view. Really picturesque scene!
6. **Igreja de Sao Nicolau** (20m) - Crurch Sao Nicolau. It is a small temple of neo-Gothic style. Built in the century. XIX, has an interesting lane of cryptomeria, on both sides until its entry. Peaceful inviting atmosphere
7. **Miradouro da Ponta do Escalvado** (15m) - Built on a cliff, the Miradouro do Escalvado is one of the ideal places to contemplate the sea. It offers a fantastic view of two landmarks in the natural landscape: Ponta da Ferraria and the Mosteiros Islands
8. **Ponta da Ferraria** (15m) - The natural hot water pools. Amazing view
9. **Lagoa do Fogo** (25m) - Enjoy ample panoramic views of the island's outline from one of the São Miguel's highest peaks. The second highest point of the island of São Miguel, Pico da Barrosa, where you can see both sides of the island of São Miguel and the Lagoa do Fogo, the most untouched and well...
10. **Centro de Interpretacao Ambiental Caldeira Velha** (1h) - One of the most emblematic places in São Miguel. Stop for a visit, learning more about fauna and flora on the interpretation center or go for a relaxing time, diving on the hot thermal pools merged with nature (not included). Beautiful jungle-like environment, pools with warm...

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- 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.

Pickup points listed by the operator: 61

## Good to know

- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Total tour duration includes travel time

Booking asks for: arrival flight or ship details

## Cost for your party

| People | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | €260 | €130 |
| 4 | €260 | €65 |
| 6 | €320 | €53 |

Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Sete Cidades start at €45 per person.

## Compared with other Sete Cidades

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #16 of 27** | €260 per group | 8h | 4.91 (46) | private |
| [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 #16 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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