Furnas, tea plantation, Vila Franca Campo Private Full Day Tour

5.0 (7 reviews) Ponta Delgada, Portugal
Duration7h - 8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesPortuguese, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover the volcanic beauty, local traditions, and coastal charm of São Miguel on this private full-day tour to Furnas, a tea plantation, and Vila Franca do Campo.

Visit Furnas, one of the island’s most famous volcanic areas, known for its hot springs, fumaroles, lush gardens, and unique geothermal activity. Admire the beautiful Furnas Lake and learn about the traditions connected to this extraordinary volcanic region.

Continue to one of São Miguel’s traditional tea plantations, where you will discover the history of Azorean tea production and enjoy breathtaking views over the green tea fields and coastline.

The tour also includes a visit to Vila Franca do Campo, the island’s former capital, known for its charming streets, marina, and beautiful coastal scenery.

This private experience offers comfort, flexibility, and personalized attention, allowing you to explore São Miguel at your own pace.

What's included

  • Need an infant chair or booster seat for your kid? We have it!
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Need to change the hour for starting the tour? Contact me!
  • Company has insurance as legally required
  • Pick up and drop off at your accomodations
  • Flexible itinerary and schedule
  • Experienced guide since 2015
  • The lunch will be provided to the customer at a restaurant of his choice, within the geographic area of the of the tour. Approximately 30 euros per person.
  • Entry tickets for Terra Nostra Park and thermal bathing 16 euros per person. Tickets sold at entry.

What to expect

  1. Miradouro de Santa Iria
    30m
    Observe the north coast of the island from this beautiful viewpoint facing the ocean.
  2. Plantacoes de Cha Gorreana
    1h
    Learn how black and green tea are produced since 1883 in the oldest tea plantation in Europe and, afterwards, have a taste of this completely organic local product.
  3. Miradouro Pico Do Ferro
    30m
    At the rim of the crater of the active Furnas Volcano, see the beautiful Furnas lake, alongside the village with same name.
  4. Caldeira das Furnas
    30m
    Witness secondary vulcanic activity in this spot inside of the village of Furnas. A true proof that this volcano is still active.
  5. 1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
    Desfrute do típico cozido das Furnas cozinhado com a atividade vulcânica do local, ou qualquer prato de uma ementa variada. Opções para vegetarianos existem.
  6. Parque Terra Nostra
    2h 30m · Admission ticket not included
    Visit one of the most beautiful botanical garden in the island, and relax inside their pool with thermal waters.
  7. Nossa Senhora da Paz
    30m
    From this viewpoint you'll be able to see the village of Vila Franca do Campo and it's small islet used as a narltiral pool during the summer from the top of a mount where a small chappel exists.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

The pickup will take place in the clients
accomodations, within a 15 km radius of
Ponta Delgada.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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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