Cruise Travellers: Shore Excursion Sete Cidades & Furnas Volcano

Duration5h - 6h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 32 travelers

Overview

Discover the dramatic beauty of São Miguel on this full-day shore excursion to Sete Cidades and the Furnas volcano.

Begin with a seamless pick-up at Ponta Delgada cruise terminal and relax as you journey through lush landscapes. Stand at breathtaking viewpoints over the twin crater lakes of Sete Cidades, feel the volcanic energy at Furnas, and stroll through its steaming geothermal springs.

Explore the unique landscapes at your own pace in a small-group setting. Designed for cruise passengers, this tour guarantees comfort, timely return to your ship, and a memorable immersion in the Azores’ natural wonders.

What's included

100% Local Guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Pick-up from Ponta Delgada Cruise Terminal
All tours for ships arriving after 9 AM adjusted to start after disembarkation

Food or lunch
Personal Expenses and Purchases
Thermal pools and Natural parks entrance fees

What to expect

Vista do Rei Miradouro
25m

Stop at Vista do Rei, the most famous lookout on the island, where the contrast between the Blue and Green Lakes is simply unforgettable. From this point, continue to Furnas volcano to discover a mistic volcanic landscape.
Plantacoes de Cha Gorreana
30m

Stop at the Sant Iria viewpoint on São Miguel’s north shore, offering sweeping ocean views. Continue to Gorreana, the world’s only fully natural tea plantation still in operation, and learn how its leaves are grown and harvested using traditional methods.
Caldeira das Furnas
2h

Continue to Furnas, São Miguel’s most iconic volcanic area. Marvel at the crater lake and explore the geothermal village, where steaming hot springs and fumaroles create a dramatic, otherworldly atmosphere. Your local guide will explain the volcanic activity and history that shaped this remarkable landscape.
Lagoa das Furnas
30m · Admission ticket included

Continue to the nearby lake area and see a charming Neo-Gothic chapel, built between 1877 and 1888 as a symbol of a romantic promise. This peaceful stop offers a chance for photos and quiet reflection amidst beautiful scenery.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

DO NOT use Google maps!

Passengers will gather INSIDE the cruise terminal lounge, we are usually in front of the disembark gate next to the benches with a sign "iGoAzores".
- All tours for ships arriving after 9 AM are adjusted to start after disembarkation.

End point

DO NOT use Google maps!

Passengers will gather INSIDE the cruise terminal lounge, we are usually in front of the disembark gate next to the benches with a sign "iGoAzores".
- All tours for ships arriving after 9 AM are adjusted to start after disembarkation.

Additional information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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