What You Will Do
Join us for a full-day tour of the Furnas, one of São Miguel’s most captivating volcanic areas. Walk among smoky boilers, dive into thermal waters and enjoy stunning views. This experience is perfect for those who want to connect with nature and relax in a unique setting.
The stops include the Gorreana Tea Factory and Plantation, the "Véu da Noiva" waterfall in the Ribeira dos Caldeirões Natural Park and various opportunities to observe the diverse volcanic activity of the Furnas.
If you choose to include lunch on your tour, you will be served the most authentic dish of the Azores, the cooked of the Furnas, cooked in the volcanic soil of the volcano. Accompanied by a 100% local guide, you will spend the day on an excursion to the famous landmarks on the west side of the island. of St. Michael.
This small group tour has a maximum of 8 people, ensuring a personalized experience of the eastern part of São Miguel.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
1
Miradouro de Santa Iria
5 minutes
From this magnificent viewpoint, you will have a stunning view over the entire north coast of São Miguel.
2
Gorreana Tea Factory
30 minutes
The last 100& natural tea plantation in the world! On the way back from the Northeast, the stop at the Gorreana tea factory allows you to stroll through the stunning plantation, photograph, taste and learn everything about tea production in the Azores.
You can also buy your tea or souvenir at the handicraft shop.
3
Parque Natural da Ribeira dos Caldeiroes
30 minutes
Ex-libris in the Northeast region! An old area of water mills converted into an enchanting natural park where you can find the beautiful waterfall "Véu da Noiva". Here you will have access to changing rooms, a café or a handicraft shop where you can buy your souvenir.
4
Pico do Ferro Viewpoint
5 minutes
Magnificent panoramic view over the lagoon and the village of Furnas, before continuing towards the Northeast.
5
Restaurante Tony´s
1 hour
The unique gastronomy of the region is always part of the best tours and this is the time to taste Cozido das Furnas!
Cooked for 6 to 7 hours in holes in the volcanic soil, the Furnas stew is one of the most unique dishes in the Azores.
6
Furnas
25 minutes
Vila das Furnas is located in a valley known by locals as Vale Encantado das Furnas. Discover several boiling water boilers and several fumaroles in this area. You will have the opportunity to taste several mineral waters.
7
Lagoa das Furnas
20 minutes
Stop at Lagoa das Furnas where you will find the chapel of Nossa Srª das Vitorias, unique in its Gothic style. Around the lagoon there is a set of wooden statues that will provide fun photographs.
8
Vila Franca do Campo
15 minutes
Visit what was the first capital of São Miguel, destroyed in 1522 with a break at Vila Franca Marina where you can have your coffee in the place where the typical and unique "Vila Queijadas" are produced
9
Caldeira das Furnas
15 minutes
Optionally visit the Volcanic Park where the famous "cozido" is made next to the Furnas lagoon and walk through boilers of boiling and muddy water. (admission not included, 3€ per person)
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