Off the Beaten Track Half Day Sete Cidades Jeep Tour
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Off the Beaten Track Half Day Sete Cidades Jeep Tour
By Greenzone Azores Tours
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Take in beautiful views of the Sete Cidades crater and visit lakes, viewpoints, and even a local village with this tour from Ponta Delgada. Your local guide will show you some of the prettiest spots to take pictures in the area while providing commentary about the region's history, geology, and culture.
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Ages 0-99, max of 50 per group
Duration: 3–4 hours
Start time: Check availability
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Live guide: Portuguese, English
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Highlights
- Get off the beaten path to see beautiful views and a traditional village
- Choose from morning or afternoon departures to suit your schedule
- Round-trip transportation from Ponta Delgada is provided
- A local guide will provide commentary
- Experienced driver, Insurance, Pick up in hotels in Ponta Delgada or cruise ship.
What's not included- Food and drinks
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
- Hotel Marina Atlântico, Av. João Bosco Mota Amaral n.º1, 767, 9500-767 Ponta Delgada, PortugalPlease advise the name of your hotel in Ponta Delgada for pick up. We pick up at most hotels in Ponta Delgada. If you are staying outside of Ponta Delgada then we can meet you at Hotel Marina Atlantico. For shore excursions, we will pick you up at the cruise terminal.
Pickup details- Please advise the name of your hotel in Ponta Delgada for pick up. We pick up at most hotels in Ponta Delgada. If you are staying outside of Ponta Delgada then we can meet you in Ponta Delgada. For shore excursions, we will pick you up at the cruise terminal.
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.Port pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.- Cais Portas do Mar, Cais de Cruseiros, Ponta Delgada, Portugal
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Infant seats available
- Wheelchair accessible
- Pushchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 52838P1- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
- Most travellers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 52838P1
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- jimoK5774DD0 contributionsGreat tour with Eduardo!We were picked up at our rental and were given a quick description of the island before departure. Eduardo gave an expert running commentary and a personalized list of recommendations on the short drive to Sete Cidades. The tour in Sete Cidades was just what our group of five was looking for, with a good adventure, much of which a rental car could never do. Eduardo had us get out and explore at a few key spots, and we had a small break in little town of Lagoa Azul. A great overall tour with a great guide!Written 16 February 2025
- Voyager086187821230 contributionsFor an amazing tour of Sao Miguel Island you will not be disappointed with Greenzone Tours!Another amazing day with Greenzone Tours for our Full Day Jeep Tour of the North side of Sao Miguel Island! Green zone Tours consistently provides excellent tours with awesome tour guides who are not only extremely knowledgeable about the history of the island, but also go above and beyond to provide you with unforgettable island experience. Highly recommend either Daniel or Romeo who both excellent!Written 24 January 2025
- jenniferbG6944AG0 contributionsTHE BEST!Absolutely the best tour I’ve been on in a long time! Daniel was extremely knowledgeable & made us all feel right at home. I was paired up with a couple & it was a complete blast. We all laughed, shared stories and learned a lot about the island. I will be raving about this tour for weeks to come! Thank you!!!!!!!! Made my trip! Best way to see so much of the island. ObrigadoWritten 18 January 2025
- L4646MDamys0 contributionsRainy day, Great tourJose was extremely knowledgeable and a great guide. Weather was not in our favor and he adjusted the trip plan multiple times in an effort for us to be able to see some of the views. Even though we were never able to view Sete Cidades or Lagoa do Fogo through the mist, it didn't dampen the day as we learned so much and still saw a lot. We were very appreciative to be able to stop for a tour and some shopping at the Ceramic factory, which I don't think is typically part of the tour. The lunch was surprisingly great. I never have high expectations when it comes to a buffet, but there were so many options and everything we tried was very good.Written 14 January 2025
- sarahcD1730AU0 contributionsAmazing Tour!This was a fantastic tour! Our guide was kind and knowledgeable of the area. The tour was for 6 people, which was the perfect size. We had plenty of stops to see the spectacular views and learned a lot from our guide Daniel about the local Azorian culture and traditions! 10/10 would definitely recommend this tour for any age!Written 3 January 2025
- X8779KBjohno0 contributionsThe best tourThis tour included everything. Lunch with wine also. Our guide Eduardo was very professional and shared his wisdom , knowledge and passion for the Azors life and culture and he also made the tour really fun . We did a lot of off road , dirt trails and waterfalls. Most of all was Eduardo's personality and ability to make everyone happy and his knowledge of Azors and it's history was amazing. I always felt safe and in good hands. Highly recommend and request Eduardo. You will not be disappointed!!Written 31 December 2024
- Joshy70 contributionsA Sao Miguel HighlightPutting it simply, Daniel was everything we would want in a tour guide: informative, responsive and a pleasure to be with for two full day. He made greatly enhanced our enjoyment of the amazing scenery, culture and history of Sao Miguel.Written 30 December 2024
- H5790OJjoannar0 contributionsAzores for First TimersOur extended family of 7 (3 generations) spent a couple of days on the Azores, guided by Daniel Cabral each day. We had 2 half day tours and one full day tour. Daniel was incredible, generous with the information he shared and clearly passionate about his island. He was a wonderful host, patient, charismatic, and kind. I highly recommend him if you are visiting Sao Miguel.Written 28 December 2024
- Y2395CHmd0 contributionsWonderful trip with EddieWonderful trip with a very friendly guide Eddie on a 80s Defender. A hot meal was also served. Tasty and you’ll never get it from anywhere else of the world.Written 26 December 2024
- gordonwang19980 contributionsRecommend Eddie for the tour providerEddie was the tour provider/driver, he have a lot of knowledge of the island ( a walking Wikipedia) and excellent driving skills. Highly recommended!!Written 26 December 2024
- blackbess660 contributionsBest tour guide everCannot rate this trip enough, Mariano our guide was absolutely amazing he went above and beyond( Greenzone you seriously need to keep hold of this guy,) fantastic trip, excellent knowledge and a seriously lovely lunch, highly recommendWritten 22 November 2024
- JosephV490 contributionsDisappointingA little disappointed. The tour description listed Sete Cidades & Lagoa do Fogo, but we never went to the second one. Instead the guide took us around the rim and then several times around the inside. Stopped on 3 occasions and said we could walk if we wanted. Going around once in the inside and not stopping for walks would have made it possible to see both. The guide was very knowledgable and courteous. We arrived by cruise ship but were paired with a couple staying at a hotel. The man had limited English and the wife didn't speak it at all. He kept translating, which made it rather annoying. Apparently he didn't know he booked an English speaking tour. Not worth the price we paid.Written 18 November 2024
- Kathryn C0 contributionsVery good tour & guide - lunch included not greatThe tour guide was very good. The package was good value for money. The only disappointing aspect was the lunch. The traditional meal was not hot. My alternative meal was tasty but was also only warm. Free drinks were provided with lunch the only wine offered was red wine, beer or water / passion fruit soda. It would have been nice to be offered a glass of wine of choice instead of a bottle of red on the table. I ended up buying rose.Written 15 November 2024
- Nciervo180 contributionsAmazing tourWe did a second tour with edwardo and had another amazing time. He provided so much information about the island and has such a great passion for his home. We had a great experience. So great we did it twice!Written 14 November 2024
- Nciervo180 contributionsWhat an amazing experience!We had a great experience with edwardo. He was so knowledgable and passionate about the island it was very refreshing. We traveled with a 2 year old and he was also very kind an patient with her. Thanks for the amazing time!!Written 14 November 2024
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Ronny M
7 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
We were lucky that there were only two of us on the tour. Our guide Daniel spoke very good English, explained a lot to us and took us to the most beautiful viewpoints, some of which you can't get to with a normal car.
The tour lasted about 3.5 hours, picked up at the hotel and then dropped off in the city center at our request.
Of course the tour depends on the weather. We had slightly cloudy to sunny conditions and a clear view everywhere.
We can absolutely recommend the tour.
The tour lasted about 3.5 hours, picked up at the hotel and then dropped off in the city center at our request.
Of course the tour depends on the weather. We had slightly cloudy to sunny conditions and a clear view everywhere.
We can absolutely recommend the tour.

Written 19 March 2024
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We are glad to hear you enjoyed the tour with us. thank you so much for your comment.
Written 25 March 2024
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Louis R
Kansas City, MO10 contributions
We chose this half-day tour because our late afternoon flight didn't allow enough time for their full-day tour. Despite this limitation, we ended up being completely impressed by the large number of gorgeous locations on the island that we got to visit. Additionally, my wife and I ended up being the only passengers on this particular morning tour, so our experience felt like a private tour. Our driver Daniel was a knowledgeable guide and an excellent conversationalist, and we thoroughly enjoyed our time with him. At one point, we mentioned that we hadn't ever seen a black sand beach, so he managed to fit a stop there into our itinerary, and it was a highlight. If all you have seen during your visit to the island is the city center and the marina, we can tell you that this tour will completely blow you away. Don't miss it.
Written 4 March 2024
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Thank you so much for commenting, glad to hear you enjoyed the tour with us and our guide Daniel.
Written 4 March 2024
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Amy P
21 contributions
We were so lucky to have found this tour company. Antonio was our guide and he was wonderful. He was very knowledgeable about everything Azores and we had so many questions about culture, history, flora, languages and he knew everything! He was so kind and patient. We rode the roads up the dirt roads and saw stunning views and the cows up the mountains and went to both the blue and green lakes if the amazing sete cidades. I highly recommend this company- they were very responsive prior to the tour as well.
Written 16 August 2024
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We appreciate your kind words, thank you for sharing your experience with us.
Written 20 August 2024
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Mitch M
8 contributions
The Sete Cidades and caldera lakes area is beautiful and worth seeing. We had fog initially but it lifted. Rodrigo was an excellent guide and was flexible in stopping in unplanned places when we started getting nice views.
Written 18 June 2023
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Thank you so much for your feedback, we appreciate it alot.
Written 21 June 2023
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Katherine J. B
Nantucket, MA30 contributions
(Nov. 19) This was an amazing tour! I started out booking a ½ day tour, and when given the option, I made it a whole day tour. And the day just flew by. Romeo was my tour guide, and he made all the difference! He was excellent! I hadn't seen much of Sete Cidades last year because of the weather that day, so, upon my return, I knew I needed to give it another try. The "Off the Beaten Track" aspect of the tour was key to seeing sites and view points that you wouldn't normally get to see on your own. And this time, the weather cooperated, and it was a great day, complete with stunning rainbows. No one can guarantee that! Romeo made sure that everyone in the Jeep was seeing what they wanted to see, learning details of the area that we should know, educating us on nuances of the island and the archipelago that only a native could impart. When I told him I came from Nantucket Island and knew of the long-held connection between the Azores and Nantucket regarding the whaling history, we were off and running on the whaling culture! He was a wealth of information. This is a "must do" activity if you're on São Miguel and ask for Romeo, you are in for an awesome day!
Written 11 December 2023
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We appreciate your nice words, glad to hear you enjoyed the tour with us and Romeu.
Written 15 December 2023
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Charlotte, NC1,973 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
From start to finish, Greenzone delivered! Booking was easy and communication was great, even a reminder the day before. Our guide, Eduardo, was prompt, friendly and informative. This was a convenient tour to take off the cruise ship, as we were met directly at the port at the scheduled time and location. There were only 6 of us on the tour and made stops quick and efficient rather than having to wait for 40 people to load and unload from a large bus. The road can be bumpy at times ( as expected on a backroads tour) so sit in front of the middle of this is an issue.
We were able to see so much of this beautiful island along with interesting narration from Eduardo and had ample time for picture taking opportunities and bathroom breaks. We never encountered any crowds as he took us the reverse route of what the tour buses take! Our day was cloudy with some fog so we unfortunately had a limited view from Sete Cidades.
Eduardo gave us the option of being dropped off back at the ship or in town , and we enjoyed a fabulous lunch at a restaurant that Eduardo recommended, called Alcides.
Highly recommend this tour with Greenzone!
We were able to see so much of this beautiful island along with interesting narration from Eduardo and had ample time for picture taking opportunities and bathroom breaks. We never encountered any crowds as he took us the reverse route of what the tour buses take! Our day was cloudy with some fog so we unfortunately had a limited view from Sete Cidades.
Eduardo gave us the option of being dropped off back at the ship or in town , and we enjoyed a fabulous lunch at a restaurant that Eduardo recommended, called Alcides.
Highly recommend this tour with Greenzone!
Written 6 May 2024
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We are glad to hear you enjoyed the tour with us, thank you so much for commenting.
Written 7 May 2024
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Parallaxe
5 contributions
Nov 2023 • Solo
What an amazing tour! Even though it was very mild offroad (light gravel roads, rather) the narrow tracks, the beautiful landscape and the stunning views were just breathtaking.
Tip 1: Try and get Mariano as your guide; he's a local and knows so many interesting details about the Azores.
Tip 2: Avoid sitting in the far back of the Landy 110, unless you want to sit cramped with no views, while getting your back broken. Max. passengers really should be 4 + driver.
Tip 3: Use proper hiking shoes when visiting the small lake. Especially after days of rain the trail down to the lake is steep and slippery, and landslides cannot be ruled out.
Tip 1: Try and get Mariano as your guide; he's a local and knows so many interesting details about the Azores.
Tip 2: Avoid sitting in the far back of the Landy 110, unless you want to sit cramped with no views, while getting your back broken. Max. passengers really should be 4 + driver.
Tip 3: Use proper hiking shoes when visiting the small lake. Especially after days of rain the trail down to the lake is steep and slippery, and landslides cannot be ruled out.
Written 24 November 2023
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Thank you so much for your feedback.
Written 5 December 2023
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Sasha S
6 contributions
We did a half day jeep tour for the Sete Cidades, this is the only way to go friends. You get the best views and access to areas the typical tourist won't ever see. Sergio went above and beyond our expectations. He told us all about the city and villages. He made sure we stopped at the best places for photos and was an excellent photographer for us. His joyful and expressive personality was a treat, he even quizzed us on names of plants and flowers as we drove by. We asked to see the church in town and he seemed genuinely pleased we were interested in culture as well as the lakes. 10/10 recommend Sergio as a tour guide.
Written 10 June 2024
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Thank you so much for your kind words, we appreciate it alot.
Written 12 June 2024
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Alex C
1 contribution
Jan 2025 • Couples
We took our tour with Daniel, who went above and beyond to make our experience special. Despite our late booking the evening before, Daniel showed up right on time. He was incredibly personable and knowledgeable, and his stories and conversation made our trip. Even though the weather was less than ideal, Daniel worked around it and provided us with a morning of stunning scenery. We highly recommend this tour, as well as Daniel, and we plan on doing another tour with Greenzone when we return!
Written 13 January 2025
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We are glad to hear you enjoyed the tour with us, thank you for commenting.
Written 29 January 2025
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Michael W
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We (Michael and Laura) booked a half-day 4x4 WD tour from Ponta Delgada to Lagoa das Sete Cidades. Two ladies joined us in Ponta Delgada who had booked a whole day tour including lunch in Lagoa and a visit to Lagoa de Fogo. Riccardo was our tour guide who was just wonderful. He gave us a deep insight into Azorian history and culture including information about vegetation, vulcanos and weather. We decided to extend our tour to full -day and had a very good lunch in Lagoa and a fantastic visit to Lagoa da Fogo.
We love to travel for years and have booked many local tours around the world. Riccardo was the best tour guide we ever had.
We love to travel for years and have booked many local tours around the world. Riccardo was the best tour guide we ever had.
Written 16 March 2023
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Thank you so much for your nice comment.
Written 20 March 2023
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What type of shoes would you recommend for this? Are you walking in dirt/mud?
Written 4 June 2023
I wore hiking shoes because the weather wasn't the best. Turned out to be overkill, as tennis shoes would have been fine. It's not like hiking, and you can see all the beauty without walking in wet or muddy areas
Written 8 June 2023
Is it possible to have a stop for a swim or add standup paddle board ? Thank you.
Written 19 July 2022
We went to Ribeiro Grande beach, which had a surf center. We sat at the beach at the end of the tour and my husband went in the water up to his knees. There wasn’t an opportunity to go into water at the Lakes.
Written 20 July 2022
Ó Turista
Fatima, Portugal
Boa tarde.
Realizei a reserva e respetivo pagamento, mas não tenho qualquer confirmação da mesma.
Como obter confirmação?
Written 14 June 2022
Good day everyone. My Wife and I are hoping to do this but she has somewhat of a bad back. Is this a very rough ride?
Thank-you in advance for any help.
Written 11 May 2022
what time does the morning tour depart? And can you be picked up/dropped off from a cruise ship
Written 30 March 2022
Olá, tudo bem, chego em Ponta Delgada por volta das 11h15 do dia 29, e só tenho este dia para conhecer a ilha, o único horário que vocês tem disponível seria às 09h? Ou teria algum horário durante à tarde? Quanto tempo dura a excursão?. Eu vou estar hospedado na Bella Italia portas da cidade, vocês oferecem translado saindo daí? Ou de algum perto? Esta é a morada: 38 Rua António José D'Almeida, 9500-053, Ponta Delgada.
Obrigado, aguardo vossa resposta.
Written 23 May 2021
We will be there nov.2021, it will be my husband and myself.when could we book with you and how many will be with us...love scenery...non touristy places and taking pictures.oh and we speak English.thank you Michael and judy
Written 10 October 2020
We will be there nov.2021, it will be my husband and myself.when could we book with you and how many will be with us...love scenery...non touristy places and taking pictures.oh and we speak English.thank you Michael and judy
Written 10 October 2020
Can you accommodate 4 adults on November 3rd for the morning trip with a pick up at or near cruise port
Written 29 October 2019
Does this tour include the Boco de Inferno path and viewpoint?
Written 29 September 2019
Ours did not since the weather was foggy and a bit rainy that day. Our excellent guide adapted the tour, to our wishes, to other sites that were more suited to the day. Excellent trip and highly recommend this company.
Written 30 September 2019
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