Full-Day Guided Tour to Furnas Valley & Terra Nostra Park

🌋 Van Tour Furnas (Full Day with Lunch)

🧭 Overview

Van Tour Furnas (Full Day with Lunch) is a full-day journey across São Miguel to the volcanic valley of Furnas, combining iconic viewpoints, thermal nature, and local food traditions. Travel by van from Ponta Delgada with stops that include Vila Franca do Campo, Terra Nostra Park, the Furnas caldeiras, and the Gorreana tea factory.

🗺️ What to Expect

Your day begins with a van departure from the meeting point, heading along the south coast toward Vila Franca do Campo, the first capital of São Miguel, for a short comfort stop.

Next, you travel into the heart of the Furnas valley to visit Terra Nostra Park. As you walk through the gardens, you will find plant species from around the world, and you will also have the opportunity to relax in its thermal waters.

From there, the tour continues to the caldeiras area by Lagoa das Furnas, where you can witness the removal of the famous Cozido das Furnas before stopping for lunch at a local restaurant.

After lunch, enjoy a stroll through the parish center to see fumaroles and taste naturally sparkling mineral water known locally as Água Azeda.

Your return to Ponta Delgada follows the north coast, including scenic stops at Pico do Ferro viewpoint and the Gorreana tea factory.

✨ Highlights

• 🌿 Explore Terra Nostra Park and discover botanical species from around the world
• ♨️ Enjoy the chance to relax in thermal waters in Furnas
• 🍲 See the traditional removal of Cozido das Furnas near Lagoa das Furnas before lunch
• 🌫️ Walk among fumaroles in the Furnas parish center
• 🥤 Taste naturally sparkling mineral water, Água Azeda
• 🏞️ Stop at Pico do Ferro viewpoint on the return via the north coast
• 🍃 Visit the Gorreana tea factory, a classic São Miguel landmark

🕘 Itinerary

1. Departure, meet at the designated meeting point and depart by van
2. Vila Franca do Campo, short comfort stop in the first capital of São Miguel
3. Furnas Valley, visit Terra Nostra Park, garden walk and opportunity to relax in thermal waters
4. Lagoa das Furnas caldeiras, observe the removal of Cozido das Furnas
5. Lunch, meal at a local restaurant
6. Furnas center, stroll to see fumaroles and taste Água Azeda
7. North coast return, stop at Pico do Ferro viewpoint
8. Gorreana, visit the tea factory
9. End, return to Ponta Delgada

✅ What’s Included

• 🍽️ Lunch at a local restaurant
• 🚐 Full-day van tour (as described)

🚫 Exclusions

• Any items, services, or entrance fees not explicitly stated as included are not specified

📌 Important Information

• Duration, 8 hours
• Minimum participants, a minimum of 2 people is required to run the tour. The company will contact you if rescheduling is necessary.
• Pricing, Adults (from 12 years) €100. Children (6 to 11 years) €50.
• Recommended minimum equipment, closed and comfortable shoes, comfortable clothing, a light jacket, water
• Recommended extra equipment, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, backpack, camera
• Meeting point, departure is from the meeting point, the exact location is not specified in the provided information

🚐 Ready for Furnas, Gardens, Steam, and Flavor?

A full day where São Miguel’s volcanic heart meets its most comforting traditions.

Book your Van Tour Furnas (Full Day with Lunch) to experience Terra Nostra’s lush gardens, the steaming caldeiras by Lagoa das Furnas, and the north-coast return with stops at Pico do Ferro and Gorreana, all in one smooth day by van.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions, FAQ

1) How long is the Van Tour Furnas (Full Day with Lunch)?
The tour duration is 8 hours. Timing for each stop is not specified in the provided information.

2) Is lunch included in the tour?
Yes, lunch is included, with a stop at a local restaurant. The specific menu details are not specified.

3) Will we see the Cozido das Furnas being taken out of the ground?
Yes, the itinerary includes a visit to the caldeiras area at Lagoa das Furnas to witness the removal of Cozido das Furnas. This takes place before the lunch stop.

4) Can I bathe in the thermal waters at Terra Nostra Park during the Van Tour Furnas (Full Day with Lunch)?
The tour includes a visit to Terra Nostra Park, and you will have the chance to relax in the thermal waters. The exact time available for bathing is not specified.

5) What should I bring for the day?
Bring closed, comfortable shoes, comfortable clothing, a light jacket, and water as minimum equipment. Sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, a backpack, and a camera are also recommended.