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São Miguel West: Van Tour with Sete Cidades & Lagoa do Fogo

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Overview

Explore western São Miguel on a full-day tour through volcanic craters, lakes and Atlantic coastal scenery.

Begin at Pico do Carvão and Lagoa do Canário, with an optional walk to Boca do Inferno for sweeping views over the Sete Cidades caldera. Continue to Vista do Rei and descend into Sete Cidades village, surrounded by green slopes and the famous twin lakes.

After a lunch break, discover the rugged west coast at Escalvado and Mosteiros, known for its offshore rock formations and natural pools. Follow the north coast past Pedras Negras before heading into the mountains to admire Lagoa do Fogo, weather and visibility permitting.

Travel with a local guide in a 100% electric van, with a maximum of 8 guests per vehicle. Available as a shared or private tour.

Lunch is not included. An optional restaurant lunch can be requested in advance and paid on the day.

What's Included

  • Pick-up and drop-off
  • Transportation in a modern 100% electric van
  • Local Tour Guide
  • Lunch Lunch is not included. An optional traditional Azorean lunch is available for €20 per person, upon advance request, payable on the day of the tour.
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pick-up is available at selected locations across São Miguel, including Ponta Delgada, Lagoa, Ribeira Grande and surrounding areas.For small-group tours, pick-ups in Ponta Delgada take place between 9:00 and 9:20 AM. Pick-up times at other locations are confirmed individually. Private tours normally start at 9:00 AM.In central Ponta Delgada, a nearby meeting point may be assigned due to narrow streets and traffic restrictions.Due to tour routes and the operating range of our electric vehicles, drop-off at your accommodation may not always be possible. An alternative drop-off or additional transfer may need to be arranged.If staying outside Ponta Delgada, please contact us before booking to confirm pick-up and drop-off arrangements and any potential additional costs.We will contact you after booking to confirm your exact pick-up location and time. Please follow the instructions provided by our team.

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Pico do Carvão

Begin at Pico do Carvão, where green pastures and volcanic hills stretch across central São Miguel. On a clear day, you can see both the north and south coasts from the same spot and get a sense of how narrow the island is here.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Lagoa do Canario

Begin your guided walk with a short stop at Lagoa do Canário, a quiet crater lake framed by dense greenery. After taking in the view from the shore, continue on foot toward Boca do Inferno.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Miradouro da Boca do Inferno

From Lagoa do Canário, continue on a moderate walk of about 20 minutes to the Boca do Inferno viewpoint. From the crater rim, look out over the twin lakes of Sete Cidades and the volcanic ridges that frame them. Allow about 20 minutes for the walk back. The path can be muddy, uneven or slippery, so wear shoes with good grip.
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50 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Vista do Rei Miradouro

Stop at Vista do Rei for the classic view of Sete Cidades. Look down from the crater rim over Lagoa Azul and Lagoa Verde, the blue and green lakes that lie side by side on the crater floor, with the village on the far shore.
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Miradouro do Cerrado das Freiras

See the twin lakes of Sete Cidades from a different angle at Cerrado das Freiras. From here, you can see the narrow strip of land that separates Lagoa Azul from Lagoa Verde before heading down to the village for lunch.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Caldeira das Sete Cidades

After taking in the views from the crater rim, head down to Sete Cidades village for a lunch break. Lunch is not included in the tour price. Bring your own food or request a traditional Azorean lunch at a local restaurant for €20 per person. Please request it in advance and pay on the day.
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1 hour 15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Miradouro da Ponta do Escalvado

Stop at Miradouro do Escalvado, where steep volcanic cliffs drop into the Atlantic. Take in the view along São Miguel’s western shoreline and watch the surf break against the rocks below.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Piscinas Naturais

Take a short coastal walk beside the natural lava pools of Mosteiros. Seawater fills hollows in the dark volcanic rock, forming pools along the shore. Pause to see how the black lava frames the pools while Atlantic waves break just beyond them.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Viewpoint of Black Stones

Stop at Miradouro das Pedras Negras, a quiet viewpoint on São Miguel’s north coast. Look out over the dark volcanic rock that gives the viewpoint its name and watch the Atlantic break against the shore below.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ribeira Grande (pass by)

Drive through the centre of Ribeira Grande and see its historic streets and traditional architecture from the van as the tour continues along São Miguel’s north coast.
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Ponta da Cintrao

Be surprised by the view at Ponta do Cintrão, a lesser-known spot on São Miguel’s north coast. Steep volcanic cliffs rise above the Atlantic, with waves breaking against the rocks far below.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Lagoa do Fogo

End the day overlooking Lagoa do Fogo, a volcanic lake cradled by steep green slopes in São Miguel’s central highlands. On a clear day, the view from above takes in the lake’s blue waters and the ridges that enclose it.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • This tour includes a moderate walk of approximately 20 minutes each way to reach the Boca do Inferno viewpoint. It may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 56 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the São Miguel West: Van Tour with Sete Cidades & Lagoa do Fogo?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the São Miguel West: Van Tour with Sete Cidades & Lagoa do Fogo?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • 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).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Pick-up and drop-off.
  • Transportation in a modern 100% electric van.
  • Local Tour Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch. Lunch is not included. An optional traditional Azorean lunch is available for €20 per person, upon advance request, payable on the day of the tour.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 11. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If 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 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the São Miguel West: Van Tour with Sete Cidades & Lagoa do Fogo is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • This tour includes a moderate walk of approximately 20 minutes each way to reach the Boca do Inferno viewpoint. It may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for São Miguel West: Van Tour with Sete Cidades & Lagoa do Fogo 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 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once 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.

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What's Included

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  • Pick-up and drop-off
  • Transportation in a modern 100% electric van
  • Local Tour Guide
  • LunchLunch is not included. An optional traditional Azorean lunch is available for €20 per person, upon advance request, payable on the day of the tour.

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • This tour includes a moderate walk of approximately 20 minutes each way to reach the Boca do Inferno viewpoint. It may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 56 travelers

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