Portugal · SETE CIDADES TOURS
The 15 best sete cidades tours you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Quad biking from São Miguel’s north coast to Sete Cidades crater for lake viewpoints, off-road trails, and expert safety, 3 to 4 hours.
“A great way to see the Island and all the varied landscape. The trip was fun and we would highly recommend this.”
Small-group 2-day São Miguel tour linking Sete Cidades, Lagoa do Fogo, Furnas and Nordeste, with volcano views, thermal pools, and optional meals.
“Great overview of São Miguel and quite thorough. The thermal bathes and water tasting were my favorite.”
Full-day Jeep tour from Ponta Delgada to Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo, rugged tracks, viewpoints, and lunch plus drinks.
“Excellent from the begining to the end. Sergio, our tour guide was very nice and gave us time for everything we wanted.”
Ride a 4x4 along the rim of Sete Cidades, see the green and blue lakes, and get pickup from Ponta Delgada on a half-day jeep safari.
“Mario was a fantastic guide! He was incredibly knowledgeable about the area, Azores history and geology. Highly recommend this trip.”
Full-day São Miguel tour linking Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo with viewpoints, local lunch, black sand beach, and waterfall.
“Our guide Joaquim was so knowledgeable and friendly. It felt like we were hanging out with a long lost friend. The scenery was all so beautiful it was a perfect mix of forest, lakes and Oceanside. We had a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. Great value for this day long excursion”
3.5-hour Sete Cidades scenic 4WD jeep tour from Ponta Delgada, with crater views, twin lakes, and quiet lagoons for $58.
“Happy to have been picked up at hotel. Our guide Rui was knowledgeable, courtious, safe driver. The view was spectacular, Rui’s love of his island is contagious! Timing was perfect.”
Ride an ATV through Sete Cidades Volcano area on dirt tracks and viewpoints, with safety-first guides, helmets, and scenic stops in 3.5 to 6.5 hours.
“This was exceptional! Well organized, very interesting, long enough where you feel you get to ride your heart out, definitely 10/10 🙌🏻”
Half-day side-by-side UTV ride around Sete Cidades crater, north coast parishes, and big viewpoint stops from Ponta Delgada in English.
“The views around the lakes are amazing and the drive to and from has some gorgeous views of the island and ocean as well. Well worth it!”
Jeep tour from Ponta Delgada to Sete Cidades caldera and Lagoa do Fogo, with viewpoints, waterfall, and liqueur tasting. Pickup included.
“An amazing time and spent, excellent tour and guide! We had a blast! Thank you”
Ride a buggy, quad, or jeep around Sete Cidades Volcano from Ponta Delgada, with guided stops, crater views, and optional lunch.
“The tour guide was very knowledgeable, and we had great views. First in fog, than in clear weather! Great experience for life :)”
Full-day São Miguel tour with Sete Cidades lakes, Lagoa do Fogo views, pineapple plantation tastings, regional liquor stops, plus lunch.
“We had the absolute pleasure of having John as our guide during our adventure exploring the Azores, and it was an unforgettable experience! John was incredibly pleasant, approachable, and friendly, making us feel comfortable and welcome from the very beginning. His knowledge of the island is truly impressive—he shared so much fascinating information about the Azores, its history, culture, and hidden gems. You could tell he is passionate about what he does, and there is so much to learn from him. He guided us seamlessly across the entire island, ensuring we didn’t miss any highlights. He went above and beyond in every aspect to make sure our adventure was perfect.…”
Ride ATVs and buggies around São Miguel’s Sete Cidades crater with local guide Pedro, dramatic viewpoints, and gear included for 4 hours.
“Had an amazing tour! Pedro was an excellent guide and brought me to spots for some of the most unforgettable views”
Paddle Sete Cidades Blue Lake in a volcanic crater on São Miguel, with double-seat kayaks and gear included for up to 2.
“Excellent value for money! We all had a great time and it was lovely to see the lakes from a different perspective. Guide was exactly where we were expecting him to be and the whole process from booking to hopping in the kayak was really straightforward. Obrigado”
Drive your own side-by-side buggy around Sete Cidades Volcano in the Azores, with real off-road trails and big caldera views.
“Fantastic tour around the caldera of sete cidades. Great guide and beautiful scenery. And we had a blast driving the buggy!”
Pedal Sete Cidades village and paddle Lagoa das Sete Cidades in a self-guided 3 hour combo tour, with gear and insurance included.
“Personalized tour and itinerary to meet the needs of the group. Carlos was outstanding and accommodating and friendly. He was able to answer all our questions, and encouraged us to take a dip in the waters much colder than we would’ve otherwise attempted 😊. I would recommend this trip for anyone wanting to see beauty of the mountains and valleys outside of Porto area!”
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