Quad Off-Road Excursion around Sete Cidades with Lunch
Circle the ancient volcanic crater on a quad, chasing panoramic lagoon views and raw Atlantic scenery all day long.
This full-day quad tour Sete Cidades takes you on a guided loop around one of the Azores' most iconic volcanic craters, combining forest tracks, coastal lookouts, and lava-stone tunnels into a single unforgettable itinerary.
Sete Cidades sits within a collapsed caldera on the western tip of São Miguel Island, its twin lagoons — one blue, one green — filling the crater floor. The landscape shifts constantly as you ride: dense laurisilva forest gives way to open ridgelines with sweeping views of the Atlantic, then drops back down to lakeside villages and basalt bridges.
Riding in tandem quads, two passengers share each vehicle, making this suitable for couples and friends who want adventure without requiring independent off-road experience. A knowledgeable guide leads the convoy throughout, explaining the geology, flora, and local history at each stop.
Lunch is included at a local restaurant in Vila das Sete Cidades, giving you a genuine taste of Azorean cuisine at the heart of the crater before the afternoon circuit continues toward the peninsula and the dramatic Lagoa de Santiago.
Tour Highlights
Sweeping views of the twin lagoons and open Atlantic from Miradouro Vista do Rei and Boca do Inferno.
Off-road tracks through native laurisilva forest along Canada Goyanes and Canada Larga.
Scenic stops at Lagoa do Canário and Lagoa de Santiago, two of the region's most serene crater lakes.
A full circuit of the Sete Cidades crater, covering both the highland rim and the valley floor.
Included Azorean lunch at a local restaurant inside the volcanic caldera village.
Personal insurance, guided safety briefing, and a liability statement signed before departure for full peace of mind.
Tandem quads for two riders — ideal for couples and friends seeking shared adrenaline without solo driving pressure.
Itinerary Overview
The tour departs from ANC Tours in Valados and climbs northward via Unileite/Bom Pastor and Canada Goyanes toward the highland interior. The first major viewpoint is Pico do Carvão, offering a wide panorama over the western caldera.
The route continues along the volcanic rim to Muro das 9 Janelas and Lagoa do Canário before reaching the celebrated viewpoints of Miradouro Boca do Inferno and Miradouro Vista do Rei. These stops deliver the classic twin-lagoon panorama that defines Sete Cidades.
The convoy descends into Vila das Sete Cidades for a sit-down Azorean lunch at a local restaurant. After the meal, the route follows the crater floor past Baia do Silêncio and out along the lake peninsula.
The afternoon leg covers Cerrado das Freiras, a lava-stone tunnel, the historic Ponte da Lagoa das Sete Cidades, and Lagoa de Santiago before climbing back through Canada Larga and Bom Pastor to the starting point in Valados.
What Is Included
Included
- Professional guide throughout the tour
- Personal accident insurance
- Fuel for the quad vehicles
- Azorean lunch at a local restaurant
Not Included
- Hotel pick-up or drop-off transfers
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
- Gratuities for the guide
- Any damages to the vehicle beyond insurance cover
Important Information
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