São Miguel Highlights Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo Tour

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8 hours (approximately)
Offered in: Portuguese and 1 more

Discover two of São Miguel’s most iconic landscapes in one unforgettable day. In the morning, explore the breathtaking Sete Cidades crater, stopping at spectacular viewpoints such as Pico do Carvão, Grota do Inferno, and Vista do Rei, where sweeping views reveal the famous twin lakes. Enjoy time by the Lagoa das Sete Cidades and visit a traditional Pineapple Plantation.

In the afternoon, continue your journey through São Miguel’s volcanic heart with a visit to Cerâmica Vieira, followed by panoramic stops at Pico da Barrosa and the stunning Lagoa do Fogo viewpoint. Discover the charming town of Ribeira Grande, taste local liqueurs at the Mulher do Capote Factory, and end the day at the beautiful Santa Bárbara Beach, where the Atlantic meets dramatic volcanic landscapes.

This combination of two half day tours (4h+4h) is the perfect mix of nature, culture, and unforgettable views, offering a true highlight experience of São Miguel.

What's Included

Certified Guide
Insurance

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Just a few meters from the Portas da Cidade, near Solmar Avenida Center. Next to the Abreu Travel Agency. A shop with a full glass frontage, featuring plenty of tour-related signage.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Miradouro do Pico do Carvao

    View over the island, where you can see both the south coast and the north coast in the same landscape. The scenery is marked by lush greenery and small, characteristic volcanic peaks.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Miradouro da Boca do Inferno

    A very well-known viewpoint on the island for its panoramic views over some of the Sete Cidades lakes. It offers the opportunity to enjoy a walk through nature and relax before reaching the viewpoint. Along the way, you will also find Lagoa do Canário, surrounded by characteristic lush vegetation.

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Vista do Rei Miradouro

    View over the Lagoa das Sete Cidades, where you can distinguish the Green Lake from the Blue Lake and the bridge that separates them. From this viewpoint, you can also see the abandoned Monte Palace Hotel, which stands out for its size and distinctive presence in the landscape.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Lagoa Verde / Lagoa das Sete Cidades

    Take this time to relax by the shores of Lagoa das Sete Cidades and explore the surrounding area.

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Plantacao de Ananas dos Acores

    Discover the process of growing pineapples, a fruit typical of the island of São Miguel. You can also taste products made from these pineapples.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Visit Cerâmica Vieira, a traditional place where you can see pottery being made and hand-painted.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Lagoa do Fogo

    Visit two viewpoints at Lagoa do Fogo. Start at the highest point, Pico da Barrosa, and see this lake from a unique perspective. Then descend to the Lagoa do Fogo viewpoint, where you can admire the lake from its most familiar perspective.

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Ribeira Grande

    Explore Ribeira Grande on a walking tour, where you can visit important churches and monuments and discover the history of this city, which is of great importance to the island of São Miguel.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Licores Mulher de Capote

    Come for a visit to the Mulher do Capote Liqueur Factory, where you can see and taste the most traditional liqueurs of the island of São Miguel.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Praia do Areal de Santa Barbara

    Relax at the end of the tour on Santa Bárbara Beach, a place known for surfing and its impressive waves.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Azores On Route

Tags

Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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