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Get acquainted with São Miguel's rugged beauty by embarking on this leisurely, 2-hour guided drive through the island. At your pier, board a motorcoach and set out for a scenic journey as your friendly and knowledgeable guide regales you with information about the island's sights, history and culture.

Travel past sparkling lakes, stunning gardens and picturesque villages. Keep an eye out for local houses built on the rough, undecorated lava.

Take in the majesty of Forte de Sao Bras, a 16th-century Renaissance fortress that was originally built as a defense against pirate attacks and features sweeping coastal vistas.

Continue your island exploration as your motorcoach climbs 2,000 feet to the rim of a volcanic crater for a panoramic photo stop to experience the breathtaking beauty of Crater Lakes! Separated by an isthmus of lava, these two lakes (one with green water and the other a brilliant blue) inhabit an extinct volcano's caldera. Adding to their mysterious beauty is the belief that the caldera was once the location of the legendary Sete Cidadas (Seven Cities) utopian cities supposedly settled in the early eighth century. While the cities were never found, the legend persists.

Following your exploration, enjoy a relaxing and scenic drive back to your ship in the harbor at Ponta Delgada.

For tours that offer more in-depth exploration with actual visits to one or more sites, see the other options in this port.