--- title: Adventure in the Furnas, with volcanoes, lagoons and tea plantations lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/sao-miguel/tours/adventure-in-the-furnas-with-volcanoes-lagoons-and-tea-plantations/ type: tour city: São Miguel country: Portugal price: 59 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.82 reviews: 209 duration_minutes: 420 duration_max_minutes: 480 languages: [de, pt, en, fr, es] free_cancellation: true schedule_checked: 2026-09-20 data_updated: 2026-09-25 canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/sao-miguel/tours/adventure-in-the-furnas-with-volcanoes-lagoons-and-tea-plantations/ --- # Adventure in the Furnas, with volcanoes, lagoons and tea plantations **Guidekin's take:** A long day east that pairs the Gorreana tea fields with the Furnas valley, its thermal springs and the lake, in an air conditioned vehicle with powerbanks on board. Tickets and lunch are not included, so budget for the springs and the cozido separately. 4.82 from 209 reviews at €59 per person. ## Overview Discover a region full of beautiful landscapes, lush landscapes and fantastic viewpoints. Visit the Gorreana Tea Plantations, the oldest tea plantations in Europe. See the oldest tea fields in Europe. Then head to the Furnas to explore the valley and dive into the thermal springs to relax and connect with nature. After visiting the thermas, stop for lunch at the Furnas. Try the famous mixed meat cooked or many of the other menu options. After lunch, visit the lagoon and stroll a little to appreciate the surrounding area. After the visit to the lagoon, it is time to go to Vila Franca to see the world famous island. Finish your Ponta Delgada tour with a visit to the pineapple plantations. NOTE: PICKUPS START AT 8:45. Please be ready at this time at the designated place. Reservations made less than 48 hours before the start of the tour may not allow the tour to be conducted in German, French or Spanish. ## Before you book - Starts 09:00: one departure a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available ## Key facts - Price: from €59 per person - Duration: 7h–8h - Rating: 4.82/5 from 209 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 98% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Azorean Tales ## What's included - All the amenities are free. - Air-conditioned vehicle - Powerbanks ## Not included - Gratuities - tickets - Lunch ## Itinerary 1. **Caldeira das Furnas** (3h; admission included) - Nature is everywhere in this region. You will find a big lake, some hot springs where you can bathe and eat food cooked in the heart holes. 2. **Plantacoes de Cha Gorreana** (45m) - The only fields of tea in Europe. We are the only region in Europe that produces tea. You can try the tea for free and roam around the fields. 3. **Parque Terra Nostra** (1h) - Hot Springs where you can bathe in the hot springs and have a relaxed time while you contemplate the nature around. 4. **Islet of Vila Franca do Campo** (pass by, no stop) - Beautifull islet located in Vila Franca do Campo. In the summer it is possible to visit the islet to have a swim. 5. **Plantacao de Ananas dos Acores** (30m) - Here you will have a tour inside the plantation and at the end you can have a drink or a quick snack at the plantation bar. 6. **Miradouro Pico Do Ferro** (15m) - Admire the whole village of Furnas from above and the whole valley with stunning views of the lake. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-20 - 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. ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Specialized infant seats are available - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## More in São Miguel - All São Miguel tours: https://guidekin.com/portugal/sao-miguel/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/portugal/sao-miguel/tours/adventure-in-the-furnas-with-volcanoes-lagoons-and-tea-plantations/ ## Query this catalogue with URLs Every listing accepts filter parameters directly in the URL, so you can hand a user a link that already matches their constraints. 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