Discover one of the seven wonders in Portugal; a volcano filled with tales, and legends. This is a place to let your feelings describe the magnificent view. Feel the power of nature at Fire Lake volcano and dip in a thermal bath.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 8 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, Portuguese, Spanish
- Pickup included
- Pickup between 9:00 AM and 9:20 AM at your accommodation. Please provide the hotel name and address for your scheduled pickup.
- Small group
- Limited to 8 participants
Experience
Highlights
- Admire the most famous view in Azores at Vista do Rei
- Enjoy a friendly and relaxed tour
- Explore the highlights of the volcanoes
- Bathe in a thermal bath at Fire Lake volcano (included)
- Enjoy a traditional lunch (included)
Full description
Starting at your hotel or accommodation you will head to the pineapple greenhouse plantation for a unique visit. Then traveling the southern coast, toward Ponta Delgada to break at the Pico do Carvao viewpoint where you may admire the north and south coasts with its breathtaking scenery.
Continue to Canary Lake viewpoint to gaze upon the Seven Cities Volcano and the majestic mountains that form the crater rim. Next, you will hit the road towards the King's view, perhaps the most famous viewpoint of Azores and begin to drive into the interior of the volcano, admiring the winding road that leads to the small Santiago Lake.
Stop at the Parish of Seven Cities, for a traditional lunch at a typical restaurant and take in the sense of peace and freshness this parish emits. Starter, main course, dessert and coffee drinks are included in this lunch. After lunch is time to leave the interior of this magnificent volcano.
Travel to the Escalvado scenic viewpoint where you may admire the village of Mosteiros and Ponta da Ferraria. Contemplating the magnificent road surrounded by hydrangeas, plantains, azaleas and other flowers so characteristic of the Azores. Next, pass the black sand beaches in the direction of the Barrosa Peak, where you can first view the Fire Lake and the most western point on the island of Sao Miguel, with the Seven Cities as a backdrop. Then, begin descending to the north coast, stopping at the Fire Lake viewpoint for a glimpse of this magnificent turquoise lake.
A leisurely stop at Caldeira Velha where you can enjoy the hot springs heated naturally by the heat of the volcano, the famous cascade of hot water and all tropical vegetation, which provides magnificent photographs for later recall. In addition, stop at Ribeira Grande City, where you may visit the historical center and the Liquors Factory and store, for a test of all the liquors that are produced there.
Finally, time to take back to the road and return to your hotel, storing in memory so much beauty, wishing that everything was great and that you have been dazzled by this small paradise, lost somewhere in the middle of the Atlantic.
Includes
- Pick-up at your accommodation between Ponta Delgada, Lagoa and Ribeira Grande
- Lunch (starters, main course, drinks, dessert, coffee)
- Bottle of water
- Chargers available (smartphone, tablet, etc.)
- Child seat available by prior request, please note that use is required by Portuguese law up to 12 years old or 36 kg
- Insurance
- Local Guide
Covid-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- You are required to bring and wear a mask
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
Know before you go
- Bring warm clothing, mountain viewpoints may be windy and chilly
- Bring a towel and swimsuit if you desire to have the thermal bath experience
- Time and flexible route according to customer interest