Embark on an exclusive Furnas private tour, a journey into the geothermal heart of São Miguel Island, designed for guests who value comfort, authenticity and personalised local guidance.
Begin with a visit to the historic Gorreana Tea Plantation and Factory, where you can discover one of São Miguel’s most distinctive traditions and learn about the island’s long-established tea production.
Continue towards Pico do Ferro, one of the most remarkable viewpoints overlooking the Furnas volcanic crater, its village and surrounding landscapes.
Descend towards Lagoa das Furnas and discover the geothermal area where the famous Cozido das Furnas is traditionally cooked underground using natural volcanic heat. Guests may choose to enjoy this traditional speciality for lunch, subject to availability and at an additional cost.
The journey continues through Furnas Village, where steaming calderas, fumaroles and mineral springs reveal the volcanic activity that continues to shape this remarkable valley.
Enjoy the option of a relaxing thermal experience at Terra Nostra Park or Poça da Dona Beija, surrounded by lush vegetation and warm, iron-rich waters. Entrance fees are not included and the selected thermal experience is subject to availability and the itinerary confirmed for the day.
Complete the experience in Vila Franca do Campo, one of São Miguel Island’s most historically significant coastal towns.
This carefully paced full-day private experience combines volcanic landscapes, geothermal activity, local traditions, distinctive gastronomy and thermal waters, away from the rush of conventional group excursions.
Highlights:
✦ Gorreana Tea Plantation: Begin the journey at the historic Gorreana Tea Plantation and Factory and discover one of São Miguel Island’s most distinctive traditions.
✦ Pico do Ferro: Admire panoramic views over the Furnas volcanic crater, its village and the surrounding natural landscapes.
✦ Lagoa das Furnas: Discover the peaceful lake and its remarkable geothermal surroundings, shaped by the island’s volcanic activity.
✦ Volcanic Gastronomy: Learn how the traditional Cozido das Furnas is cooked underground using natural volcanic heat, with the option to enjoy this local speciality for lunch.
✦ Furnas Village: Explore the geothermal character of Furnas Village, with its steaming calderas, fumaroles and mineral springs.
✦ Thermal Experience: Enjoy the option of relaxing in the warm thermal waters of Terra Nostra Park or Poça da Dona Beija, subject to availability and at an additional cost.
✦ Vila Franca do Campo: Complete the journey in one of São Miguel Island’s most historic coastal towns.
✦ Premium Comfort: Enjoy a carefully planned private itinerary with an experienced English-speaking local driver-guide.
✅ Pick-up and drop-off in Ponta Delgada city center
✅ Experienced English-speaking local driver-guide
✅ Private transportation in a premium vehicle
✅ Bottled mineral water on board
❌ Entrance fees to parks, thermal baths, or specific attractions
❌ Meals and drinks
❌ Pick-up or drop-off outside Ponta Delgada city center
📍 Pick-up & Drop-off: Included within Ponta Delgada city center. Pick-ups outside Ponta Delgada are available upon request and subject to an extra supplement.
🚐 Focused Itinerary: This full-day experience has an optimized duration of 8 hours, carefully paced to explore the Furnas valley comfortably without rushing.
🕔 Schedule: This tour starts at 09:00 AM and ends at 05:00 PM. Your exact pick-up time is at 09:00 AM.
⚠️ Weather & Visibility: Mountain weather in the Azores can change rapidly. Visibility at higher viewpoints, such as Pico do Ferro, is strictly subject to weather conditions on the day.
🚐 Private Vehicle Pricing: Our rates are scaled according to your group size (e.g., 1-4 or 5-8 passengers) to ensure the most suitable premium vehicle for your comfort and total exclusivity.
🚘 Premium Fleet: Please note that vehicle images are illustrative of our premium fleet standards. The exact make and model may vary depending on availability and group size, while always guaranteeing the highest level of comfort and exclusivity.
From: 350,00 €
Per Group
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