--- title: Furnas: Volcano Wonders, Tea Plantation & Waterfall Tour lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/sao-miguel/tours/furnas-volcano-wonders-tea-plantation-waterfall-tour/ type: tour city: São Miguel country: Portugal price: 69 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.65 reviews: 40 duration_minutes: 480 languages: [pt, en] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 3 of 3 (Small-Group Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-02 data_updated: 2026-09-25 canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/sao-miguel/tours/furnas-volcano-wonders-tea-plantation-waterfall-tour/ --- # Furnas: Volcano Wonders, Tea Plantation & Waterfall Tour **Guidekin's take:** A full day east with a local storyteller that pairs the Furnas calderas and thermal waters with the Gorreana tea factory and the Véu da Noiva waterfall, with bottled water and pickup in Ponta Delgada, Lagoa or Ribeira Grande. Terra Nostra and the calderas are paid on site; lunch only on the lunch option. 4.65 from 40 reviews at €69 per person. ## 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. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket not included: buy it separately - Max 8 people: small group - Starts 09:00: one departure a day - Food not included: Lunch, available in the “Tour with lunch… - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available ## Key facts - Price: from €69 per person - Duration: 8h - Rating: 4.65/5 from 40 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 90% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: iGoAzores ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Tour Without lunch | €69 / person | Portuguese, English | Duration: 8 hours: 8 hours Tour 8 seats minivan Pickup included | | Tour Including lunch | €86 / person | Portuguese, English | Furnas stew: Entrance fees, main course (Furnas stew), drinks, dessert (Azorean pineapple), and coffee. Pickup included | ## 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 ## Not included - Terra Nostra admission (€17). Tickets can be purchased directly at the park entrance. - Lunch, available in the “Tour with lunch included” option. - Furnas Caldeiras - Admission fee ## Itinerary 1. **Miradouro de Santa Iria** (5m; admission included) - From this viewpoint, take in the vast beauty of São Miguel’s northern coastline, stretching from Sete Cidades to the Nordeste region, where dramatic dark cliffs trace the edge of the Atlantic Ocean. 2. **A stop at the Gorreana Tea Factory offers a relaxing moment with a tasting of...** (30m; admission included) - A stop at the Gorreana Tea Factory offers a relaxing moment with a tasting of one of the world’s last fully natural teas still in production. Its rolling tea plantations create a striking landscape, beautifully framing the surrounding valleys and adding to the charm of this... 3. **Parque Natural da Ribeira dos Caldeiroes** (30m; admission included) - 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.... 4. **The unique gastronomy of the region is always a highlight of the best tours, ...** (1h) - 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. Slow-cooked for 6 to 7 hours in holes dug into the volcanic soil, the “Cozido das Furnas” is one of the most distinctive dishes in the... 5. **Furnas** (25m) - village is set within a valley locally known as the “Enchanted Valley of Furnas.” In 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... 6. **Lagoa das Furnas** (20m; admission included) - Stop at Furnas Lake, where you will find the Chapel of Nossa Senhora das Vitórias, a unique example of neo-Gothic architecture. Around the lake, a collection of wooden sculptures creates an engaging and scenic setting, offering excellent opportunities for memorable photographs. 7. **Caldeira das Furnas** (15m) - Optional visit to the volcanic park where the famous “Cozido” is prepared near Furnas Lake, followed by a walk among steaming and bubbling mud pools and boiling hot springs. (Entrance fee not included: €3 per person) ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-02 - 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. ## Meeting point Easy to find square upper town with a beautiful church as background ## Good to know - Service animals allowed - Specialized infant seats are available - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Compared with other Small-Group Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #3 of 3** | €69 | 8h | 4.65 (40) | shared, max 8 | | [Side by Side Tour - Sete Cidades from North Coast (Half Day)](/portugal/sao-miguel/tours/side-by-side-tour-sete-cidades-from-north-coast-half-day/?format=md) | €79 | | 4.94 (412) | shared | | [Quad & Buggy Sete Cidades Crater Tour - 4x4 - Half Day](/portugal/sao-miguel/tours/quad-buggy-sete-cidades-crater-tour-4x4-half-day/?format=md) | €69 | 4h | 4.93 (95) | shared | Ranked #3 of 3 in Small-Group Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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