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Tour to Furnas and Terra Nostra Garden - full day

4.9 Excellent 31 reviews
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8h
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Portuguese, English
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Live guide

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Overview

Guidekin summary

A Furnas day that includes the Terra Nostra park ticket and lunch, with a nature guide leading a gentle lakeside walk past the calderas where the cozido is cooked. You meet at the operator's shop by the Ponta Delgada marina, as hotel pickup is not included; alcoholic drinks are extra. 4.94 from 31 reviews at €85 per person.

From the guide

On this tour we feel and experience the volcanic origins of the Island in Furnas, a magical place. We start by visiting the Caldeiras da Lagoa das Furnas (Furnas Lake Calderas), a place where we cook the famous “cozido das Furnas” (a very special meal cooked only with the steam of the Earth) and continue with a soft walk that crosses a stream and circles the lakeside. During this walk we have the opportunity to appreciate a variety of endemic flora species.
- Nature guide
- visit to the lake
- Visit to Terra Nostra botanical garden. You are invited to go for a dip in an iron-rich hot water swimming pool that has a temperature of 35-40ºC (95-104°F), a relaxing experience.
- Lunch (Cozido)
- Visit to the fumaroles
- Visit to Gorreana tea factory
- Pick up & drop off in Ponta Delgada
- Insurance (personal accident & liability)

Schedule & Availability

Runs Mon, Wed, Fri
Departs: 09:00
Scheduled through December 2027

This tour runs Mon, Wed, Fri, departing at 09:00. Scheduled through December 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 25, 2026.

What's Included

Local guide
Ticket to Terra Nostra Park
Driver/guide
Lunch
Local taxes

What's Not Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Itinerary

Plantacoes de Cha Gorreana Stop 1
We will pass by the North Coast and also at the tea plantation Gorreana where we will be able to visit the working tea factory and have a lovely break to taste the local tea.
40 min
Admission included
Miradouro Pico Do Ferro Stop 2
You will get to know the geomorphology of the volcanic complex of Furnas
20 min
Admission included
Caldeira das Furnas Stop 3
We will visit the town of Furnas, with its fumaroles and springs with water of different tastes.
30 min
Admission included
Lagoa das Furnas Stop 4
You will feel and experience the volcanic origins of the island in Furnas, a magical place full of geothermal activity.
30 min
Admission included
Parque Terra Nostra Stop 5
We will visit the centenary Terra Nostra botanical garden that is famous for its extraordinary collection of native plants from the Azores, as well as others from all over the world that have adapted to the local garden conditions. At the end of the visit, you are invited to go for a dip in iron-rich hot water swimming pool that has a temperature of 35-40ºC (95-104°F), an enchanting and relaxing experience.
1h 30m
Admission included
Vila Franca do Campo Stop 6
Vila Franca was the first capital, before the huge earthquake of 1522 destroyed a bis part of it. Our certified guide will explain about Vila Franca do Campo Islet is one of the most beautiful places to swim around São Miguel Island. It is known as the “princess ring” for its own particular circular shape. In that salty water, you can simply enjoy the fauna and flora of this unique place.
10 min

Additional Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • You need to meet us at our shop located at (Futurismo Azores Adventures, Marina Portas do Mar, Av. Infante Dom Henrique, 26 São Miguel Island, 9500-771 Ponta Delgada, Portugal)

Cancellation Policy

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

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund
From € 85 / person