Sete Cidades Tour from Ponta Delgada – Half-Day Experience
We’ll pick you up directly from your hotel in Ponta Delgada at 9:00 AM – free of charge. The tour begins promptly at 9:00 AM, departing from the city of Ponta Delgada and heading west toward the stunning Sete Cidades region.
Along the way, you’ll enjoy breathtaking panoramic views, including stops at the famous King’s Viewpoint (Vista do Rei), Pico do Carvão, and several hidden gems that showcase the natural beauty of São Miguel Island.
A visit to a local pineapple plantation is also included in the tour — at no additional cost.
You’ll travel in a comfortable 9-passenger minibus (MPV), guided by a knowledgeable and friendly English-speaking local guide. Throughout the journey, your guide will offer a culturally rich, engaging, and informative experience, answering all your questions and sharing fascinating insights about the Azores.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Tue and Thu
Start times
9:00 AM
Next available
Thu, Oct 8
Adult (ages 0–0)
$63
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Explore The West
Itinerary
Sete Cidades
30 min
One of Portugal's natural wonders.
What's included
Included
Hotel pick up and drop off is included within the city of Ponta Delgada
Not included
Food and drinks
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Pickup Locations & Times
Location Name: Hotels with the City of Ponta Delgada
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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How it compares in Ponta Delgada
Starting price $63 is 27% below the typical $86 for tours of similar length in Ponta Delgada
Excurgo comparison of 149 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Baby seats are available.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Explore The West take?
Explore The West lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Explore The West cost?
Prices start at $63 per person for this Ponta Delgada experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Explore The West run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays, starting at 9:00 AM.
Can I cancel Explore The West for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Location Name: Hotels with the City of Ponta Delgada
What languages is Explore The West offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 8 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is Explore The West worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 5 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Harmony Trail Azores.
Reviews(5)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Bostontrvler
May 19, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Spectacular Private Tour!
We were lucky enough to be introduced to Sarah of Harmony Trails when we arrived for a weekend in The Azores. Not only is she incredibly kind, her knowledge of and pride in her island home is remarkable! We booked her for 2 full days and we are still remarking about how great it was! If you’re looking for a private tour in The Azores, Harmony Trails will not disappoint!
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LIVETRAVE
January 19, 2020 · via Tripadvisor
Half day tour with Sarah
Great time
Toured in January when the weather changes every ten minutes
Sarah kept up to date with webcams and we got to see a lot
took us places we could not have found on own
Highly recommend her for any future visits to Sao Miguel
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A_Train1973
September 14, 2019 · via Tripadvisor
Tour of the west part of the island.
Amazing tour! Sarah is amazing! Very knowledgeable! She can answer any questions you have. We did 4 hour tour of Sete Cidades and pineapple plantation. Would highly recommend any of Sarah’s tours! If you come to Ponta Delgada you must look up Sarah (harmony trails tours) you won’t be disappointed!
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John A
October 1, 2018 · via Tripadvisor
Beautiful landscape
Our guide and driver, Sarah, turned an unexpected detour on our transatlantic cruise into one of my favorite ports. Sarah’s knowledge of the island and it’s history was shared with enthusiasm. We appreciated the smaller sized group (7 people) and the ability of the vehicle size to go into areas the big hoses couldn’t. In the half day tour we saw more of the western side of the island than we expected. From the hike to see the two lakes-Laguoa Azule and Verde at Sete Citadel caldera (crater) to the beautiful vista views of the rugged coastline as well as a visit to a pineapple plantation. We would definitely do this tour again and contact her to be our guide.
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Renee B
August 20, 2018 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing!
Sarah was fantastic! Super fun, knowledgeable and flexible to accommodate our family. We toured the west and the east. Learned a lot about local culture and ate like royalty! Not to be missed.
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