Ponta Delgada to Sao Miguel's Western Towns: Day trip
Private ride with a local driver
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About your trip
Explore São Miguel’s dramatic west with a private journey from Ponta Delgada, starting with three hours at the iconic Sete Cidades. Here, you can admire the famous twin crater lakes and take in the stunning landscapes of the island's volcanic heart.
Continue to the coastal village of Mosteiros for two hours to explore its unique sea stacks and black sand beaches. Your final stop is Ponta da Ferraria, where you can enjoy an hour at a natural ocean spa featuring volcanic hot springs. Throughout this unforgettable loop, your private driver handles all navigation and timing, allowing you to enjoy a tailored itinerary and local flavors at your own pace before a seamless return to the capital.
What to expect
Your day trip begins wherever you are
Meet our professional driver right where you prefer in Ponta Delgada whenever suits you best. No time wasted getting to the pickup point, grab your bag and start your trip right away.Discover more with local expertise
Your driver’s local insights will set the tone for your day trip. A hidden café here, a must-try restaurant there; insider tips you’ll love sharing later. This isn’t a guided tour but your ride will be rich with stories and discoveries along the way. And throughout the day, your driver will be available for you as needed, ready to assist, happy to help, making your trip stress-free.Explore at your own pace
Perfect for any private group
Whether you're traveling solo, as a family with kids, or as a large group, this service is tailored for your comfort and flexibility. It's the ideal option especially if you have limited time or a busy schedule.Good to know
- Two-way private car transfer
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Personalized pickup and drop-off
- Professional English-speaking driver
- Complimentary bottled water
- Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
- Entry/Admission tickets to paid attractions Sete Cidades, Mosteiros, and Ponta da Ferraria should be purchased separately unless specified otherwise
- Meals, snacks, and gratuity are not included
Your trip at a glance
Your trip at a glance
Explore Sete Cidades, known for its surreal natural beauty and serene village.
Begin your journey at the twin lakes that epitomize the Azores’ natural beauty, Lagoa das Sete Cidades, nestled in a volcanic crater. Head to Miradouro da Vista do Rei, the “King’s View,” to marvel at the iconic view below. Or, tackle the short hike to Miradouro da Boca do Inferno to capture a different angle of the view. Then, visit the ruins of the abandoned Monte Palace Hotel, a mysterious location presenting unique photo opportunities. Finally, stroll through the quaint Sete Cidades Village and sample Fresh Azorean cheese and Passion Fruit Liqueur, a delectably sweet and tangy digestif unique to the region.
Black sand beaches, basalt sea stacks, and lava pools define the dramatic coast of Mosteiros.
Mosteiros captures the wild beauty of Sao Miguel’s west coast with its volcanic drama. Begin with a stroll along the black sand of Praia dos Mosteiros, where the Atlantic crashes against dramatic basalt stacks. Then take a dip or wade in the natural lava rock pools, calm and perfect for relaxing as the ocean surges nearby. Continue to one of the rocky promontories for unforgettable photos of the sea stacks silhouetted at golden hour. Finish with a seafood lunch or Azorean pineapple dessert at a local cafe, where the views are as delightful as the flavors.
Swim where lava heats the sea, or unwind cliffside with geothermal views at Ponta da Ferraria.
At Ponta da Ferraria, nature offers a spa like no other. Begin with a short walk along the volcanic cliffs to the Miradouro da Ferraria, where sweeping views reveal lava fields spilling into the sea. Then descend to the ocean thermal pool - a surreal spot where hot volcanic springs bubble up into Atlantic waves. Swim during low tide for the best mix of warm and cool waters, using the ropes for balance. Prefer to stay dry? Relax at the cliffside thermal spa above, with indoor geothermal pools and massage options. End with grilled limpets or local cheese on the rocks nearby.
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