Portugal · Agricultural Tours

8-Hour São Miguel Scenic Tour with Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo

8 Hours Round trip from 3230 São Miguel Easy pace
Lagoa do Fogo Belvedere
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The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Enjoy serene views over the crater lake at Lagoa do Fogo
  • 02 Explore Ribeira Grande's historic streets and charming architecture
  • 03 Capture stunning coastal vistas from Escalvado Viewpoint
  • 04 Take in panoramic views of Lagoa Azul and Lagoa Verde at Sete Cidades
  • 05 Visit a pineapple plantation and discover São Miguel's agricultural heritage

Embark on an 8-hour tour of São Miguel Island in the Azores, taking in the crater lake views of Lagoa do Fogo, the historic charm of Ribeira Grande, dramatic coastal scenery at Escalvado Viewpoint, and the iconic Sete Cidades Lakes. Along the way, enjoy time to try traditional Azorean cuisine and visit a pineapple plantation to learn about the island's agricultural heritage. The tour includes pick-up and drop-off at your hotel, airport, or harbor.

Embark on an 8-hour tour of São Miguel Island in the Azores, taking in the crater lake views of Lagoa do Fogo, the historic charm of Ribeira Grande, dramatic coastal scenery at Escalvado Viewpoint, and the iconic Sete Cidades Lakes.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Azores Islands, São Miguel Island
Languages English, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Pick-Up from Your Hotel, Airport, or Harbor

  • Pick up from your hotel, airport, or harbor.
2
Day 02

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.
3
Day 03

Explore 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.
4
Day 04

Lunch Break with Traditional Azorean Cuisine

  • 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 specialties.
5
Day 05

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.
6
Day 06

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.
7
Day 07

Visit a 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.
8
Day 08

Drop-Off at Your Hotel, Airport, or Harbor

  • Drop back to your hotel, airport, or harbor.
Lagoa do Fogo crater rim, Escalvado Viewpoint cliffs, Sete Cidades Lakes

Where this trip takes you

Lagoa do Fogo crater rim, Escalvado Viewpoint cliffs, Sete Cidades Lakes

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from 3230 São Miguel 2 cities · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All spearfishing gear
  • Guiding services
  • Private transportation
  • Admission tickets
  • Spearfishing license
  • Parking fees
  • Pick-up and drop-off

What's Not Included

  • Food and snacks

What to bring

  • Comfortable clothes that are easy to take off

Know before you go

  • If travellers want to go spearfishing on accessible reefs from land, please message me to discuss further.
  • If travellers want to go spearfishing in the blue open-water ocean, feel free to message me to discuss further.
  • Due to weather conditions, the duration of the activity may take a bit longer.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Hotel, airport, harbor.
Tour start
3230 São Miguel, Portugal
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 hours finish where they began, in 3230 São Miguel.

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