8-Hour Scenic Discovery Tour From São Miguel to Sete Cidades
Highlights
São Miguel Island
nature, sightseeing, Eco Tourism
Private Tour
8 Hours
Easy
English, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
Languages
English, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
Description
Embark on an 8-hour tour of São Miguel Island in the Azores, starting with pick-up from your hotel, airport, or harbour. Next, marvel at the Lagoa do Fogo viewpoint's crater lake and lush surroundings before exploring the historic town of Ribeira Grande. Then, enjoy a delicious lunch of traditional Azorean cuisine before continuing to the Escalvado Viewpoint for breathtaking coastal vistas. Next, discover the iconic Sete Cidades Lakes with their azure Blue Lake and emerald Green Lake. Conclude your journey with a visit to a pineapple plantation before dropping off at your hotel, airport, or harbour.
Itinerary
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Pick up
- Pick up from Hotel, Airport, and Harbor.
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Lagoa do Fogo viewpoint
- The viewpoint is situated on the crater rim of the Água de Pau Massif, providing visitors with a spectacular vantage point overlooking the crater lake, surrounding lush vegetation, and rugged terrain.
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Ribeira Grande Town
- Ribeira Grande is a charming town on the northern coast of São Miguel Island, part of the Azores archipelago.
- It is the second-largest municipality in São Miguel, known for its rich history, beautiful architecture, and vibrant atmosphere.
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Break for lunch
- The Azores are also known for their delicious food, and many restaurants serve traditional Azorean dishes made from fresh local ingredients.
- Don't miss the opportunity to try local cuisine specialities.
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Escalvado Viewpoint
- From the Escalvado Viewpoint, you can enjoy sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean crashing against the towering cliffs below.
- The rugged coastline stretches as far as the eye can see, providing a dramatic backdrop for photos and moments of awe.
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Sete Cidades Lakes
- The Sete Cidades Lakes are one of the most iconic natural attractions on São Miguel Island in Portugal's Azores archipelago.
- Sete Cidades, which translates to "Seven Cities" in English, refers to a volcanic crater complex that contains two stunning lakes: Lagoa Azul (Blue Lake) and Lagoa Verde (Green Lake).
- Several viewpoints around the Sete Cidades crater offer panoramic vistas of the lakes and surrounding landscape.
- The Vista do Rei viewpoint is one of the most popular. It provides an elevated perspective of both lakes and sweeping views of the crater and coastline beyond.
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Pineapple plantation
- Visiting a pineapple plantation is educational and offers a cultural experience, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the agricultural heritage of São Miguel and learn about the importance of pineapples to the local economy.
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Drop off
- Drop back to the Hotel, Airport, and Harbor.
What's Included
What's Excluded
Know Before You Go
What To Bring
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
| The Group Size and Price | |
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| 1 to 2 | /group |
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This is a private tour |
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