Furnas Valley Full-Day Tour

Summary

Get ready to contemplate stunning landscapes and get to know the volcanism that exists on the island, observing the strength of nature in the boiler area, savoring the typical "cozido das Furnas",  a very special meal cooked only with the steam of the earth, experimenting with the many varieties of water natural. Your first stop will be at the viewpoint of Pisão to contemplate the view of Caloura, following the Church of Our Lady of Peace and high in the mountains, enjoy the beautiful view over Vila Franca do Campo and its famous islet. Discover the Furnas, the small parish inside the crater of the volcano, visit the Lagoa das Furnas and the zone of the stews and watch the taking of the stew of the interior of the fumaroles. Prepare for the special bath in the thermal waters, which can be in the Terra Nostra Park, or in the Pool of Dona Beija, the choice is yours. Now is the time to savor the typical dish, the Furnas stew, at a local restaurant. After lunch stroll through the parish, visit the boiler areas and try the natural waters with such diverse flavors that you will be impressed. Go to the top of the crater, to the viewpoint of Pico do Ferro and dazzle with the landscape over the Furnas and its magnificent lagoon. Meet the Gorreana Tea Factory, the oldest on the island, visit its plantations and observe its manufacture, ending up sipping a cup of Azorean tea.

Tour info

Duration
6 hours - 8 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Furnas is one of the emblematic sites of the island of São Miguel. Get to know the beauty of the Furnas valley, feel the force of nature visiting the boilers and fumaroles and take a bath in the thermal waters.

What’s included?

  • Local guide

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)

  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan

  • Professional guide

  • Coffee and/or Tea

  • Lunch

  • Gratuities

  • Entrance to the Terra Nostra Park and the Dona Beija Pool

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 6-8 hours

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

AC-AvenTTura Acores

About operator:

We had one day in Punta Delgada on our transatlantic. We met Mario at the port and went for a full day around, we wanted to keep the day relax and Mario adjusted to our needs, we visited 4 sites, beautiful natural sites, at our request we stopped by the market and Mario had us

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