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title: "Volcano of Sete Cidades Private Tour "
lang: en
alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/azores/tours/volcano-of-sete-cidades-private-tour-379547P2/
type: tour
city: Azores
country: Portugal
price: 120
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 5
reviews: 41
duration_minutes: 300
languages: [pt, en, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
guidekin_pick: Private lake walks with lunch
rank_in_category: 8 of 27 (Sete Cidades)
schedule_checked: 2026-08-31
data_updated: 2026-11-03
canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/azores/tours/volcano-of-sete-cidades-private-tour-379547P2/
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# Volcano of Sete Cidades Private Tour 

**Guidekin's take:** A private half day around the Sete Cidades volcano with a guide certified by the São Miguel natural park, walks along the lake shores and lunch at a restaurant with a view included. Two people minimum, priced per person. 5 from 41 reviews at €120 per person for 5h.

In our comparison: #8 of 27 in Sete Cidades, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Enjoy a unique tour and Explore beautiful landscapes, walk along the banks of lakes, meet local people and enjoy Azorean cuisine in a restaurant with a superb view.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: from 43 pickup points
- Starts 09:00: one departure a day
- Food included: see what is included
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Children from €80: ages 3 to 10

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup from 43 pickup points

## Key facts

- Price: from €120 per person
- Duration: 5h
- Rating: 5.0/5 from 41 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: 4Platanos Tours
- Group: Private tour, your party only
- Guide languages: Portuguese, English, Spanish
- Start times: 09:00
- Booking: Confirmation within 48 hours, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-08-31

## Reviews

5.0 from 41 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 41 of 41.

- 5 stars: 41 (100%)
- 4 stars: 0 (0%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the flexible guiding and family restaurant lunches, though fog can obscure the crater views

**Praised:**
- Knowledgeable local guides share the island's history and geography
- Flexible routes and stops tailored to personal interests
- Family restaurant lunches praised for the food and sea views
- Comfortable, clean cars and punctual pickups
- Relaxed pacing with time to explore and take photographs

**Complaints:**
- Fog and cloud can obscure Sete Cidades, sometimes prompting a different route

Written by Guidekin from the 40 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2023-05-04 to 2026-05-29); last checked 2026-10-07.

## What's included

- Private transportation
- Certified Guide of Natural Park of São Miguel 
- Lunch
- Air-conditioned vehicle

## Not included

- 2 persons minimum

## Itinerary

1. **Pico Carvao** (15m; admission included) - Upon reaching the volcanic complex of Sete Cidades, the first stop is at the Pico do Carvão viewpoint, from here we can see a large part of the island, the entire north coast, the complex of peaks and the volcanic complex of Serra de Água de Pau and thus the guide can explain...
2. **Lagoa do Canario** (30m) - The small lagoon of Canário located in the vicinity of the caldera of the volcano of the seven cities, is inserted in a forest park, here in addition to visiting the lagoon, you will also find one of the most emblematic viewpoints on the island of São Miguel, the viewpoint of...
3. **Vista do Rei Miradouro** (15m) - The viewpoint of Vista do Rei is one of the most famous in the Azores, from here you can contemplate the entire caldera of the volcano, where in its interior there are several lakes and the peaceful Vila das Sete Cidades.
4. **Complexo Ambiental da Lagoa das Sete Cidades** (1h) - Already inside the caldera, we have the small village of the seven cities on the banks of the lagoon. Here you can enjoy a pedestrian walk through beautiful gardens on the banks of the lagoons, visit the environmental center, the church of São Nicolau or just have a coffee on...
5. **Ilheus Dos Mosteiros Aka Ponta Dos Mosteiros** (30m) - A few minutes from Ponta da Ferraria we have the parish of Mosteiros, located in a lava fajã with about 1100 inhabitants, it is an excellent summer destination due to its beaches, natural pools and its beautiful islets on the horizon.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 09:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-08-31
- 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: 43

## Good to know

- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Bring confortable shoes and jacket.

Booking asks for: dates of birth, arrival flight or ship details

## Compared with other Sete Cidades

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #8 of 27** | €120 | 5h | 5.0 (41) | 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 #8 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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