Explore The West
Overview
Sete Cidades Tour from Ponta Delgada – Half-Day Experience
We’ll pick you up directly from your hotel in Ponta Delgada at 9:00 AM – free of charge. The tour begins promptly at 9:00 AM, departing from the city of Ponta Delgada and heading west toward the stunning Sete Cidades region.
Along the way, you’ll enjoy breathtaking panoramic views, including stops at the famous King’s Viewpoint (Vista do Rei), Pico do Carvão, and several hidden gems that showcase the natural beauty of São Miguel Island.
A visit to a local pineapple plantation is also included in the tour — at no additional cost.
You’ll travel in a comfortable 9-passenger minibus (MPV), guided by a knowledgeable and friendly English-speaking local guide. Throughout the journey, your guide will offer a culturally rich, engaging, and informative experience, answering all your questions and sharing fascinating insights about the Azores.
What's Included
- Hotel pick up and drop off is included within the city of Ponta Delgada
- Food and drinks
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
What To Expect
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Baby seats are available.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-48998P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (-01).
- Hotel pick up and drop off is included within the city of Ponta Delgada.
- Food and drinks.
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Explore The West is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Explore The West will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Hotel pick up and drop off is included within the city of Ponta Delgada
- Food and drinks
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Baby seats are available.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
