Explore the village of Sete Cidades

Duration

Approximately 7 hours

About

On this tour, our day begins in Ponta Delgada and starting from this city we will visit the volcanic complex of Sete Cidades where we will have the opportunity to enjoy the most magnificent landscapes of this unique place. So, we head towards the Sete Cidades volcano, where we will make several stops, one of which will be at Pico do Carvão where we will be able to see a large part of the North coast of São Miguel Island. Then, we will pass by an aqueduct dating from the nineteenth century, where we can appreciate its magnificent construction and understand their importance in the water distribution network on the island. Take the opportunity to also visit the famous viewpoint of Vista do Rei and meet with our guides the various stories that this place provides. However, on the way down to the village of Sete Cidades you will have the possibility to see the beauty of Lagoa de Santiago, one of the many lagoons that we will visit. Then we will visit the parish of Sete Cidades and other places of interest. In this Parish we will have the opportunity to have lunch in a restaurant with traditional Azorean dishes. After lunchtime in Sete Cidades volcano, it is time to visit the fajã of Mosteiros, which presents the most varied manifestations of secondary volcanic activity, from black sand beaches and stunning pools formed of expelled lava by volcanoes. After visiting Mosteiros, we head to Escalvado Viewpoint, a very beautiful place with stunning views of the sea, where you can see Mosteiros and Ferraria and enjoy the immensity of the Atlantic Ocean. In Ferraria, the highlights are the lava arches and caves, as well as a natural pool heated by the volcano reaching maximum temperatures of 40ºC ( 104ºF), where you can take a relaxing bath. Before going back to Ponta Delgada you will also have the opportunity to visit one of the pineapple plantations present on the island, an iconic fruit and symbol of the region.

Highlights

• Visit one of the 7 Natural Wonders of Portugal
• Discover the breathtaking landscape of the west of the island of São Miguel
• Get off the tour circuit to check out hidden natural jewels
• Visit to natural pools of clear waters of volcanic origin.
• Visit to the pineapple plantation and learn how the most iconic fruit in the Azores is produced.
• Learn about the history of the Azores with your expert guide
• Small groups where you will have all the attention you need
• Unforgettable experience

Route:

• PDL
• Relva
• Covoada
• Miradouro do Carvão
• Lagoa Empadadas
• Sete Cidade (Lunch)
• Vista do Rei
• Miradouro Por do Sol
• Mosteiros
• Ginetes
• PDL

Observations

• Lunch is included only for shared tours
• Rates include guide
• Minimum of 2 people
• Licensed Tour Operator
• Casualty and Professional Liability Insurance
• Pick-up & Drop off on hotel in Ponta Delgada