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title: Private Guided Tour to Furnas and thermal baths.
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type: tour
city: Azores
country: Portugal
price: 90
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.87
reviews: 38
duration_minutes: 300
languages: [pt, en, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
guidekin_pick: Private, 5h at €90 per person
rank_in_category: 7 of 12 (Furnas)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-30
data_updated: 2026-10-08
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# Private Guided Tour to Furnas and thermal baths.

**Guidekin's take:** Visit Furnas on a private tour for your party, with a choice of terra nostra garden or Poça da Dona Beja for a thermal stop. Air-conditioned transport and a certified guide are included; at least two people are required, and Poça da Dona Beja needs an online reservation. 4.87 from 38 reviews at €90 per person for 5h.

In our comparison: #7 of 12 in Furnas, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Get ready for an unforgettable day in São Miguel, Azores. A local and professional guide will drive you in a comfortable car to visit Furnas. Furnas is one of the most iconic vilagges of the Azores. Inside of a vulcanic caldeira, its a magical place with many gardens, lakes and thermal waters where you can spend some time and relax. You an choose to go to terra nostra garden, or to Poça da Dona Beja but with online pre reservation.One the way and back we also stop in places of interess.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: from 43 pickup points
- Starts 09:00: one departure a day
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Children from €70: ages 3 to 10

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup from 43 pickup points

## Key facts

- Price: from €90 per person
- Duration: 5h
- Rating: 4.87/5 from 38 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: 4Platanos Tours
- Group: Private tour, your party only
- Guide languages: Portuguese, English, Spanish
- Start times: 09:00
- Booking: Confirmation within 48 hours, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-30

## Reviews

4.87 from 38 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 37 of 38.

- 5 stars: 36 (95%)
- 4 stars: 1 (3%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 1 (3%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise knowledgeable guides and flexible itineraries; the caveat is occasional trouble with departure arrangements.

**Praised:**
- Knowledgeable, personable guides sharing local history and island life
- Itineraries adapted to personal interests and different mobility needs
- An unhurried pace with time to relax in the thermal baths
- Stops beyond the baths, including beaches and viewpoints

**Complaints:**
- Problems with booking or pickup arrangements before departure

Written by Guidekin from the 35 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2023-01-01 to 2026-08-30); last checked 2026-10-07.

## What's included

- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Certified guide of the São Miguel Natural Park

## Not included

- 2 persons minimum
- 2 persons minimum

## Itinerary

1. **Miradouro Pico Do Ferro** (20m) - From this viewpoint we can see the entire Furnas volcano where inside the caldera is the lagoon and the village of Furnas.
2. **Miradouro de Santa Iria** (15m) - raduza texto com a câmara The Santa Iria viewpoint is one of the best in São Miguel, located 221 meters above sea level and has an impressive view of the sea and the entire north coast.
3. **Parque Terra Nostra** (1h) - is a bicentennial garden Located in the parish of Furnas where, in addition to enjoying a fantastic garden with countless species of trees and shrubs from around the world and endemic to the Azores, guests can enjoy bathing in thermal waters in a large swimming pool or small...
4. **Furnas** (1h) - raduza texto com a câmara The most iconic village of Sao Miguel is located within the caldera of the Furnas volcano, this is one of the largest hydropolises in Europe where there are several natural water springs with different compositions. Here we can also see several...
5. **Plantacoes de Cha Gorreana** (30m) - The oldest tea plantation in Europe is today an obligatory stopping point for anyone who visits us, here we can see the beauty of the plantation while visiting the factory and tasting the tea.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 09:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-09-30
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Pickup points listed by the operator: 43

## Good to know

- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Bring your towel and bathing suits

Booking asks for: dates of birth, arrival flight or ship details

## Compared with other Furnas

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #7 of 12** | €90 | 5h | 4.87 (38) | private |
| [Shore Excursion: Sete Cidades, Furnas or Lagoa do Fogo from Ponta Delgada](/portugal/azores/tours/shore-excursion-sete-cidades-furnas-or-lagoa-do-fogo-from-ponta-delgada/?format=md) | €48 | 4h | 5.0 (40) | shared |
| [São Miguel Full Day Guided Tour to Furnas with Lunch Included](/portugal/azores/tours/s-o-miguel-full-day-guided-tour-to-furnas-with-lunch-included/?format=md) | €90 | 8h | 4.92 (64) | shared |
| [São Miguel Azores: Furnas Evening Thermal Baths with tickets](/portugal/azores/tours/s-o-miguel-azores-furnas-evening-thermal-baths-with-tickets/?format=md) | €98 | 4h | 4.93 (43) | shared |

Ranked #7 of 12 in Furnas by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €48 to €160, median €90; typical length 6h 15m. 1 of 12 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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