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Shore Excursion: Seven Cities Lakes & Furnas Volcano wonders

4.6 · 39 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 87% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Azores Operated by iGoAzores Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
5h–6h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
Portuguese, English
Start & pickup
09:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Confirmation within 48 hours · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Combine the Sete Cidades lakes and Vista do Rei viewpoint with Furnas fumaroles and hot springs in one shore excursion.

A local guide and cruise terminal pickup and drop-off are included; personal purchases cost extra. 4.62 from 39 reviews at €98 per person for 5h–6h.

In our comparison: #23 of 27 in Sete Cidades, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €98 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Professional local guide
  • Timely return to the cruise port before ship departure
  • Visit to Sete Cidades and Vista do Rei viewpoint
  • Visit to Furnas geothermal area
  • Cruise ship terminal harbor pick-up & drop-off
  • Personal purchases

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.

Reviews

4.6
39 ratings
Viator 31 · Tripadvisor 8

87% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 34 of 39

Star breakdown of all 39 ratings

5 stars
33 · 85%
4 stars
1 · 3%
3 stars
3 · 8%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
2 · 5%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the island commentary and scenery; some report late or missed pickups

Praised

  • Informative commentary on island history and local life
  • Lake viewpoints, coastal scenery and volcanic landscapes
  • Small groups and comfortable vans
  • Thermal pools and botanical garden visits

Complaints

  • Some report late or missed pickups, while others describe punctual collection
  • Some found stops rushed, while others had time for photos and questions
  • Some report itinerary confusion or missed stops, while others visited all their expected stops
  • Fog can block the lake and viewpoint scenery

Written by Guidekin from the 37 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (14 November 2019 to 23 June 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 7 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
The meeting point is at the cruise ship terminal hall in Ponta Delgada, we will be there holding a sign with your name on it. Never use google maps or other application, the marker does not recognize the inner space of the cruise terminal ! Never walk out of the cruise ship terminal hall! · Open in Google Maps
Departure
09:00 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point (1 pickup points listed by the operator)
Operator
iGoAzores; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Accessibility

  • Strollers OK

Good to know

  • Min. 2 to book not for solo travellers
  • Age rule Specialized infant seats are available

The booking form will also ask for: arrival flight or ship details

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Sete Cidades

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #23 of 27€985h–6h4.62 (39)shared
Off the Beaten Track Half Day Sete Cidades Jeep Tour€483h4.96 (674)shared
Jeep Tour Full Day Sete Cidades & Lagoa do Fogo with lunch and drinks included.€908h4.95 (746)shared
Quad Biking - Sete Cidades from North Coast (Half Day)€793h4.94 (939)shared

Ranked #23 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

From €98 per adult