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São Miguel West Full Day Tour with Setes Cidades Including Lunch

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Overview

Explore western São Miguel on a relaxed small-group van tour, combining volcanic viewpoints, coastal scenery, and iconic crater lakes.

Depart from Ponta Delgada and travel up the Sete Cidades mountain range, stopping at Pico do Carvão for wide views over the island. Continue to Lagoa do Canário, a...

What's Included

Lunch, with food, drink, dessert, and coffee
Hotel drop-off (only in Ponta Delgada and Lagoa Town)
Hotel pick-up (only from Ponta Delgada and Lagoa Town)

What's Not Included

To minimize environmental impact, we do not provide water bottles on this tour. We encourage you to bring your own reusable bottle

Itinerary

Stop at Pico do Carvão, a volcanic viewpoint offering wide panoramic views ov... Stop 1
Stop at Pico do Carvão, a volcanic viewpoint offering wide panoramic views over São Miguel’s central area. From here, it’s possible to see both the north and south coasts of the island, as well as surrounding volcanic formations.
15 min
Lagoa do Canario Stop 2
Visit Lagoa do Canário, a small and peaceful crater lake surrounded by dense vegetation. This lesser-known lake is a great example of São Miguel’s volcanic origin and natural beauty.
10 min
Miradouro da Boca do Inferno Stop 3
Walk to the Boca do Inferno viewpoint, one of the most impressive panoramic viewpoints in the Azores. From here, enjoy sweeping views over the Sete Cidades crater and its famous twin lakes.
1h
Vista do Rei Miradouro Stop 4
Stop at Vista do Rei viewpoint, known for its iconic view over the blue and green lakes of Sete Cidades. This is one of the most photographed locations on the island.
25 min
Caldeira das Sete Cidades Stop 5
Enjoy different perspectives over Sete Cidades volcano caldera, one of the most stunning locations in the Azores and Portugal.
15 min
Miradouro da Ponta do Escalvado Stop 6
Stop at Miradouro do Escalvado to admire dramatic coastal cliffs and open views over the Atlantic Ocean, showcasing the rugged beauty of São Miguel’s west coast.
20 min
Piscinas Naturais Stop 7
Visit Mosteiros, known for its impressive lava rock pools and volcanic formations. Enjoy a short walk along the coastline while taking in views of the Atlantic Ocean.
20 min
Viewpoint of Black Stones Stop 8
Stop at Miradouro das Pedras Negras, a lesser-known viewpoint offering beautiful ocean views and insight into the island’s volcanic coastline.
10 min
Ribeira Grande Stop 9
Visit the center of Ribeira Grande, the second main town of the island and one of the most picturesque and beautiful towns in the Azores!
Pass by
Ponta da Cintrao Stop 10
Disvoer this little-known but gorgeous coastal view, the most beautiful cliffs of São Miguel Island
20 min
Lagoa do Fogo Stop 11
End the tour at Lagoa do Fogo, one of São Miguel’s most iconic crater lakes, located in the island’s central highlands. Surrounded by protected natural landscape, it is considered one of the island’s highlights.
20 min

Departure & Return

Pickup included

Pick-up is available from main hotels and designated meeting points in Ponta Delgada. If you are staying outside Ponta Delgada, a transfer from your accommodation to our office can be arranged for an additional cost. Please be ready at the front entrance by 9:00 am. Pick-ups may take up to 20 minutes to complete, depending on the number of guests and locations.

Additional Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Boca do Inferno viewpoint involves a moderate walk of approximately 20 minutes each way. This stop may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility.

Cancellation Policy

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

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