São Miguel, Azores: Sete Cidades Half-Day Jeep Tour
ID: GYG30228-35786
Category:
Country: Portugal
Duration:
03:30 hours
Description
Discover the lakes and craters of Sete Cidades on the Azores island of São Miguel on a 3.5-hour jeep tour, and explore the dramatic landscape of the volcano’s caldera up-close. Visit the church of São Nicolau, and get breathtaking views from Vista do Rei.
Drive off the usual tourist trail on a 3.5-hour jeep tour of the Sete Cidades (Seven Cities) region of São Miguel, part of the Azores, departing from Ponta Delgada.
Traveling by 4WD jeep, experience the dramatic scenery of the volcanic crater up close, and see unique flora and fauna. You will drive to the mountain summit where you can look down on the impressive lakes of the caldera, one called Lagoa Azul for its blue water, and the other known as Lagoa Verde (Green Water).
En route, take in other picturesque spots of São Miguel, including the church of São Nicolau. Enjoy stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean, volcanic cones, and stretches of green, from Vista do Rei, and drive through villages that have played a vital role in the story of the island.
Highlights
- Explore the island of São Miguel's lakes and volcanic craters by jeep
- Travel on secondary roads to get a real feel for São Miguel
- Go right to the rim of the crater, more than 2,100 feet (650 meters) above sea level
- Stop inside the crater in the village of Sete Cidades for coffee
- Get panoramic island views from Vista do Rei
- See the church of São Nicolau
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Pick-up from your hotel or cruise ship terminal for cruise ship passengers
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
