Adventure in the Furnas, with volcanoes, lagoons and tea plantations
Description
Discover a region full of beautiful landscapes, lush landscapes and fantastic viewpoints. Visit the Gorreana Tea Plantations, the oldest tea plantations in Europe. See the oldest tea fields in Europe. Then head to the Furnas to explore the valley and dive into the thermal springs to relax and connect with nature. After visiting the thermas, stop for lunch at the Furnas. Try the famous mixed meat cooked or many of the other menu options. After lunch, visit the lagoon and stroll a little to appreciate the surrounding area. After visiting the lagoon, it is time to go to Villa Franca to see the world famous island. Finish your Ponta Delgada tour with a visit to the pineapple plantations. NOTE: PICKUPS BEGIN AT 8H45. Please be ready at this time at the designated place. Reservations made less than 48 hours before the start of the tour may not allow the tour to be conducted in other languages.
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Itinerary
The only fields of tea in Europe. We are the only region in Europe that produces tea. You can try the tea for free and roam around the fields.
Short stop at a viewpoint offering an iconic view over Furnas Lake, one of the most emblematic landscapes of the Azores.
Hot Springs where you can bathe in the hot springs and have a relaxed time while you contemplate the nature around.
Nature is everywhere in this region. You will find a big lake, some hot springs where you can bathe and eat food cooked in the heart holes.
Stop near the lagoon and see the iconic Chapel of Our Lady of Victory, a chapel with a very distinctive style.
Stop in Villa Franca do Campo, where you can see the famous Villa Franca do Campo Islet.
Here you will have a tour inside the plantation and at the end you can have a drink or a quick snack at the plantation bar.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(203)
André was an incredible guide. He is beyond knowledgeable about everything on the island. We learned so much from him, and he kept us laughing the whole day. You can tell he has such a passion for what he does and it shines through in his work. I highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants an introduction to the many amazing natural features of São Miguel.
After having to unexpectedly cancel a previous booking due to being soaked through in a storm just before reaching the meeting point, Azorean Tales kindly allowed us to rebook with a very short notice. The trip we then had with our guide Carlos was wonderful. We enjoyed the many stories about life on the azores, a delicious lunch and nice explanations on the ananas and tea plantations, and the hot springs. Very full day, but such a nice experience.
We had Carlos who from the very beginning was friendly and enthusiastic and humorous. He was very knowledgeable and you felt like you were out with a friend. Great stops !
A great 3 hours visiting two caves, looking at the volcanic flow formed. Our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. You do need to be aware the ground is very uneven, the ceilings can be very low and there are steps! Having said that it was amazing to see the caverns and formations. Very beautiful 😍
This day trip is so delightful I’ve now done it twice. I visit the Azores each year and for me this tour has become a high point I don’t want to miss. I love the guides, the tea plantation, the fumaroles: all of it. The super generous lunch at Tony’s is delish, though I ask for a box to share with hotel staff later! A great time in all respects and I will take another trip with this tour when I return!
Great! Sylvia Torres was an excellent guide. Very engaging! Would definitely recommend this toir and this guide!
Julio was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. The transportation was perfect, well adequate to the group and situation, there was a family with kids. I just wanted to have more information about the swimming pools in the botanic garden. If i had known, i would have had my swimming gear with me. I highly recommend it
Thank you Júlio!! It was an incredible experience that I can only warmly recommend to everyone - thanks to our tour guide Júlio, the trip became a memory for eternity! You see so many different places on the breathtaking island, the huge variety of vegetation, blooming landscapes, steaming ground, an interplay of the colors of nature - you truly cannot stop marveling and taking photos, and if you are lucky enough to have a guide like Júlio with so much experience, knowledge, and an open manner that let you feel how much he loves the island, the day becomes something very special! It was quit magic!!! Thanks Júlio!!!
Highly reccomend! Was fun and a great experience!
This trip was such a wonderful experience and Sylvia made it so fun for our kids. It was a wonderful education and we got to see so many of the trademark views and experiences that Sao Miguel has to offer.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us. We truly appreciate your feedback — it helps us keep improving and creating meaningful moments for our guests. We’re delighted to hear that Sylvia made the day so enjoyable for your kids and that you were able to explore many of São Miguel’s iconic views and experiences. We’d be very happy to welcome you back to the Azores on a future visit. There’s always more to learn, enjoy, and discover across these beautiful islands.
