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Furnas: Volcano Wonders, Tea Plantation & Waterfall Tour
- Duration8 hours
- Max Travelers8 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- CategoryAdditional fees, Adventure Tours
Overview
Join us for a full-day excursion to Furnas, one of the most captivating volcanic areas on São Miguel Island. Walk among steaming calderas, relax in natural thermal waters, and take in breathtaking views shaped by the island’s volcanic origins. This experience is ideal for those looking to connect with nature while enjoying a peaceful and restorative atmosphere.
Stops include the Gorreana Tea Factory and plantation, the “Véu da Noiva” waterfall in Ribeira dos Caldeirões Natural Park, and several viewpoints showcasing the unique volcanic activity of the Furnas region.
If you have chosen to include lunch, you will enjoy the most authentic dish in the Azores: the Furnas stew, slowly cooked underground using volcanic heat. Accompanied by a fully local guide, you will spend the day exploring some of the island’s most iconic landmarks on the east side of São Miguel.
This small-group tour is limited to a maximum of 8 participants, ensuring a more personal and immersive experience of São Miguel’s eastern landscapes.
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What's included
Bottled water
100% Local Storyteller
Air-conditioned vehicle
Pick-up/ Drop-off no seu hotel em Ponta Delgada/ Lagoa e R.Grande
What's Not included
Terra Nostra admission (u20ac17). Tickets can be purchased directly at the park entrance.
Lunch, available in the u201cTour with lunch includedu201d option.
Furnas Caldeiras
Admission fee
Itinerary
From this viewpoint, take in the vast beauty of Su00e3o Miguelu2019s northern coastline, stretching from Sete Cidades to the Nordeste region, where dramatic dark cliffs trace the edge of the Atlantic Ocean.
A stop at the Gorreana Tea Factory offers a relaxing moment with a tasting of one of the worldu2019s last fully natural teas still in production.nnIts rolling tea plantations create a striking landscape, beautifully framing the surrounding valleys and adding to the charm of this unique setting.
A magnificent area of traditional watermills, now transformed into a natural park where cascading waterfalls are the main highlight. Considered one of the most beautiful areas in the Nordeste region, it offers a peaceful setting surrounded by lush greenery and flowing water.nnVisitors can also discover the traditional handcrafted u201ccorn leaf dollsu201d, made using ancestral techniques and available in a local handicraft shop.
The unique gastronomy of the region is always a highlight of the best tours, and this is the moment to experience the famous Furnas stew.nnSlow-cooked for 6 to 7 hours in holes dug into the volcanic soil, the u201cCozido das Furnasu201d is one of the most distinctive dishes in the Azores. Vegetarian and vegan guests can also enjoy a fully plant-based version, prepared using the same traditional underground cooking method.
Furnas village is set within a valley locally known as the u201cEnchanted Valley of Furnas.u201dnnIn this area, you will discover steaming hot springs and fumaroles that reveal the volcanic energy beneath the surface. Visitors also have the opportunity to taste several natural mineral waters, each with its own distinctive characteristics.
Stop at Furnas Lake, where you will find the Chapel of Nossa Senhora das Vitu00f3rias, a unique example of neo-Gothic architecture.nnAround the lake, a collection of wooden sculptures creates an engaging and scenic setting, offering excellent opportunities for memorable photographs.
Optional visit to the volcanic park where the famous u201cCozidou201d is prepared near Furnas Lake, followed by a walk among steaming and bubbling mud pools and boiling hot springs.nn(Entrance fee not included: u20ac3 per person)
Good to know
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.