Sete Cidades and Pineapple Plantation Half Day Private Tour

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About this activity

Explore one of São Miguel’s most iconic landscapes on this private half-day tour to Sete Cidades, combined with a visit to a traditional pineapple plantation.

Travel through scenic roads toward the breathtaking Sete Cidades volcanic crater, famous for its twin lakes surrounded by lush green mountains. Stop at some of the island’s most spectacular viewpoints, including Vista do Rei, where you can admire unforgettable panoramic views over the crater.

During the tour, visit a local pineapple plantation and learn about the traditional greenhouse cultivation unique to the Azores. Discover the history of Azorean pineapple production and enjoy the opportunity to taste local pineapple products.

This private experience offers flexibility, comfort, and personalized attention, allowing you to explore at your own pace while discovering the natural beauty and local traditions of São Miguel.

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At a glance

Duration: 3–4 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Portuguese, English
Operated by: São Miguel Exclusive Tours

What is included

Included

Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Company has insurance as legally required
Included: Want to change the hour for starting the tour? Contact me!
Included: Flexible itinerary and schedule
Included: Need a infant chair or a booster seat for your kid? We have it!
Included: Experienced guide since 2015
Included: Pick up and drop off at your accommodations

Not included

Not included: Snacks

Itinerary

Arruda Pineapple Plantation

30 min

Learn everything about the process of production of the São Miguel pineapple, a process that uses unique techniques to create a unique fruit.
Miradouro do Pico do Carvao

10 min

Going up the west crater stop here to embrace this beautiful view over the north and south coasts of the island
Lagoa do Canario

20 min

In the highest point of the road you can do a short hike to Canário Lake, and observe the surroundings of this protected landscape area.
Vista do Rei Miradouro

20 min

In the main viewpoint over the famous lake inside this crater you can witness the sheer size of this crater, the small village that existes inside it as well as the beautiful lakes, which altogether, creates a special atmosphere from this viewpoint.
Miradouro do Cerrado das Freiras

15 min

Going down the road that leads inside of the crater, from this viewpoint you'll have a different perspective of the lakes and village.
Miradouro Da Lagoa De Santiago

10 min

Yet, another lake, Santiago lake, is visible from this viewpoint, a small crater contained within the main one.
Caldeira das Sete Cidades

10 min

As we finish the descent into the bottom of the crater, we stop at the bridge that divides both lakes, for another perspective of this giant crater and some photos.
Igreja de Sao Nicolau

15 min

In the center of this small village you can visit a quite unique church where a small trail with Norfolk pines and cedars leed to Saint Nicholas church.
Sete Cidades

40 min

Explore a little bit of the center of the village and take a break to use bathrooms or have a drink or snack at a local bar.
Miradouro da Ponta do Escalvado

20 min

The final stop of the tour takes you to the western most point of São Miguel. A viewpoint over the ocean, used as a whale watching spot in the past, and with a view over Ferraria in one side and the village of Mosteiros on the other.
Ponta Delgada

40 min

Driving back to your accommodations we take the road over the south coast of the island, meanwhile, you can just sit back and relax and enjoy the views.