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Sete Cidades 4x4 Tour: Explore Scenic Lakes
4.9
28 Ratings
Ponta Delgada
Embark on an exhilarating 4x4 tour of Sete Cidades, exploring the stunning Portuguese countryside and immersing yourself in traditional culture. Discover breathtaking lakes, charming coastal villages, and rugged off-road tracks.
Embark on an exhilarating 4x4 tour of Sete Cidades, exploring the stunning Portuguese countryside and immersing yourself in traditional culture. Discover breathtaking lakes, charming coastal villages, and rugged off-road tracks.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Caldeira das Sete Cidades - Lagoa das Sete Cidades, also referred to as Caldeira das Sete Cidades, is situated on the northwest coast of São Miguel Island, close to Ponta Delgada. As the largest freshwater lake in the Azores, it is one of the region’s most iconic landmarks. Celebrated for its breathtaking beauty, the lake is a major tourist…
- Caldeira das Sete Cidades - Lagoa das Sete Cidades, also referred to as Caldeira das Sete Cidades, is situated on the northwest coast of São Miguel Island, close to Ponta Delgada. As the largest freshwater lake in the Azores, it is one of the region’s most iconic landmarks. Celebrated for its breathtaking beauty, the lake is a major tourist attraction and was recognized as one of the 7 Natural Wonders of Portugal. Encircled by lush greenery and dramatic volcanic landscapes, Lagoa das Sete Cidades is a protected natural reserve, ensuring its stunning scenery is preserved for future generations.
- Mosteiros Beach - The civil parish of Mosteiros is a cherished destination, particularly in the summer, drawing both locals and tourists who seek the sea for swimming and fishing. Renowned for its beautiful natural swimming pools and scenic beach, Mosteiros provides stunning views of the nearby islets, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and sunset enthusiasts.
- Ponta da Ferraria - Positioned at the southwestern tip of São Miguel Island and shaped by volcanic activity over the centuries, the breathtaking landscapes here highlight the island’s impressive geological history. The warmth from the rocks, combined with the cool seawater, creates a unique environment for unforgettable experiences. The natural hot springs, with water temperatures surpassing 30ºC, offer a truly relaxing and peaceful retreat, making it the perfect place to unwind and connect with nature.
- Sete Cidades - The top attractions in the Sete Cidades area will be explored.
What's Included
- Professional guide
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off in Ponta Delgada
- Professional guide
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off in Ponta Delgada
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- All entrance fees
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- All entrance fees
Additional Information
Join an unforgettable full-day 4x4 adventure through the picturesque Portuguese countryside, starting from Ponta Delgada to discover the marvels of Sete Cidades. Navigate rugged off-road paths with a skilled guide, enjoying breathtaking views of the tranquil Lagoa das Empadadas and Lagoa de Santiago. Explore the delightful coastal village of Mosteiros,…
Join an unforgettable full-day 4x4 adventure through the picturesque Portuguese countryside, starting from Ponta Delgada to discover the marvels of Sete Cidades. Navigate rugged off-road paths with a skilled guide, enjoying breathtaking views of the tranquil Lagoa das Empadadas and Lagoa de Santiago. Explore the delightful coastal village of Mosteiros, where traditional fishing boats adorn the harbor. Along the route, be amazed by the vibrant Azul and Verde lakes and the striking basalt beaches that characterize the island’s coastline. Conclude your journey by savoring delicious local cuisine, indulging in the authentic flavors of Sete Cidades.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum of 2 people per tour is required to run the tour
Location
Trilhos da Natureza, Lda
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(28 Ratings)
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Marijkeo2024
Feb 28, 2024
Want to return - We did the Golden triangle tour, only 6 days, but only require a rest at home after. The support was superb. Cannot speak more highly of our guide, Scoobie. Educated, great sense of humour, fantastic knowledge of history and politics, and extremely clear English speaking local.
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Ltravelstar
Jun 12, 2023
Filipe's magic - I'm not really a "tour" person, but it was our first time to Sao Miguel, and we weren't renting a car. So we figured the best way to see the island was with a jeep tour. My mom and I feel SO lucky that we got Filipe as our guide. Not only is he brilliantly knowledgeable about his island, but he shared stories with such naturalness and ease, it felt like a dear friend taking us around to his favorite incredible spots, with shockingly beautiful nature. Even in the cloudy drizzly weather, we were totally blown away. He was warm, positive, and has a fantastic sense of humor. The best tour guide we could ever imagine!!! Filipe's magic created an unforgettable experience, and made us truly fall in love with the island. Thank you so much.
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Jackie
Jul 22, 2022
Great experience - Had a great tour with Filipe again who is an excellent guide . The weather was good this time round so saw all the sites on the tour, would highly recommend this company.
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Cilyone
May 25, 2022
10 Stars, The Best - The sites we experienced were out of this world. We also loved the history and wildlife knowledge that our guide Joao Rego imparted during the tour. He was very interested in answering our every question. We even told him that the tour was like being guided by a friend.
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Katebarr_10
May 3, 2022
Awesome visit made even better by amazing Guide - The jeep was comfortable, the scenery was fantastic but more than all that our guide, Rodrigo, was brilliant. He was an excellent driver, very knowledgeable and went out of his way to make sure we were happy throughout. Highly recommended.
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Kasiayuk
Jan 23, 2020
Incredible 2 tours with Philip - Came to the island without knowing anything but after full days with guide Philip I learnt so many things and had fun time. He's very flexible, even when there was something not included in tour but we really wanted to see he would make sure to find a way. Lunch was great in both places with wide selection of food. Did both tours on very cool jeep which could go through all the dirt tracks and narrow mountain roads. Highly recommend this agency and Philip :)
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Treavelbug
Jun 11, 2019
Nature and architecture. - Hugo was great. He picked us up at the hotel, and took us to the most beautiful places in the island. The sceneries were fantastic. It was heavenly. Hugo was pleasant, friendly, easy going, flexible, and knowledgeable. We had a perfect day, and learned a lot too. Thank you Hugo.
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Fran
May 22, 2019
Wonderful, even in the rain - We went on a tour with Hugo who was charming and informative. He showed is Ponta Delgado, then we drove east through Ginetes and Mosteiros, stopping at some breathtaking scenic locations before heading up to Sete Cidades and the blue and green lakes. Alas, we had a rainy day up at the crater rim so no big view down, but Hugo kept us entertained and laughing all the way. Great day!!
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Tvascik
Apr 22, 2019
4wd tour - Started out with half day tour but the weather was good and Luisa (tour guide) was great so we extended to do a full day and head to sete cidades and lake Santiago. What a great decision.
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Journey550567
Jun 6, 2023
Great guide - super uncomfortable ride ! - Capacity of the jeep is for 5 ppl . Company tries to maxi it up a bit add in two more ppl on the back of the car. I had to go the full experience on this part of the car where the sits are placed on a vertical position. Super bumpy experience pressing with my legs to the front seat to not fell over all the time . It’s a pitty we paid over 150$ for this . The guide Rui was excellent ! He knew exactly where to stop and where to take the best picture.
Very uncomfortable the whole experience ! Call before and make sure you don’t want to be seated there !!!!
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