Private tour in Ponta delgada Rui M

Sete Cidades & Lagoa do Fogo Full Day Tour

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Rui M.

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My name is Rui and I am a Sao Miguel Island native. I love meeting people from other countries and making their visit to the Azores one they will never forget. My customers are not just clients to me - they are new friends, and as such they receive personalised service. I have many years of experience as a professional private driver, and you will find me an enthusiastic host with an excellent sense of humour. I consider myself a very lucky person for living on this beautiful island/archipelago. I own a Tourism Company and I am licensed by the Portuguese Tourism Board. I am authorized to make tours and transfers with my minivan and car.

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Overview of your Ponta Delgada tour

Sete Cidades is located in the West part of the island. On this crater you find two twin lakes that are called the Green and the Blue Lakes. At the border of the crater it is possible to make hiking tours with fantastic views over the lakes and village. Lagoa do Fogo (Fire Lake) is classified as a Nature Reserve located in the centre of the island. The lake has limpid waters and is surrounded by sand beaches and endemic vegetation.

Recent Reviews

Daniel R.United States
September 2025

Rui was a great guide. He had a very comfortable car and was very attentive and knew a great deal about the area.

Rebecca Z.United States
September 2025

We had a fantastic day with Rui. We went to all the major viewpoints as well as some lesser known ones. He was very informative and knowledgeable. We had a few stops where we had some free time to wonder around and see the town and he recommended a great place for lunch. One of the best travel days we have ever had. So much more relaxing than the big bus tours.

David S.Canada
March 2025

We had fantastic day on this tour. This guide is very polite and professional. He knows very well the island of San Miguel. The weather was not good but he brought us at right place at the right time. We saw a lot of things in one day!!! I highly recommend this guide!

Ann S.Canada
May 2023

Rui was an excellent guide, very personable and knowledgeable about his home country, his vehicle was comfortable and spotless, we 3 enjoyed our day very much and Rui is a credit to TBL…which is great as we have booked him for 2024!

Linda D.United States
May 2023

Rui was an excellent guide for our first visit to the Azores. While drizzle and heavy fog thwarted our original itinerary to see volcanic lakes at higher elevations on San Miguel island, Rui had a great plan B: visits to local villages, including Furnas with an abundance of volcanic thermal elements, and the coastline along the north of the island. Rui was very knowledgeable about local history and culture, and a pleasure to spend the day exploring our first Azorian island. We highly recommend Rui!

Michelle R.United States
April 2023

This was an awesome tour. Rui was very knowledgeable and seemed to go out of his way to make sure that we saw the highlights of Sao Miguel. He tailored our tour to make sure we took advantage of the clear skies in the morning to get the best view at the highest point in the island. We saw so much and had a thoroughly enjoyable day—capped off by a visit to a pineapple "farm". Over all a great tour with a very knowledgeable and fun tour guide!! Highly recommended!!

Your Ponta Delgada tour itinerary

- Departure from Ponta Delgada - Pineaple plantations - Visit to Vista do Rei viewpoint - Stop in the Village of Sete Cidades - Escalvado Viewpoint - Ribeira Grande / Visit to Liquors Kiosk - Visit to Caldeira Velha - Fire Lake (Lagoa do Fogo) - Ceramic factory - Return to Ponta Delgada.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan

Minivan, air-conditioned, modern, spacious, comfortable and always clean. Capacity of 3 seats + driver.

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Admission Tickets
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Ponta Delgada, Azores, Portugal

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Tour categories
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Layover
Tour reference number
33962
Languages
Portuguese
English
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

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This private tour is perfect for those who want to immerse themselves in nature and explore the stunning landscapes of Ponta Delgada, including the Twin Lakes and Fire Lake. It's also ideal for families, as it is kid-friendly, and for those who prefer minimal physical activity.

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Hours icon 7 hours
Private transportation
Private tour for 1-3 people
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