Private Full-Day 4x4 Tour to Furnas Volcano
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About the Activity
Following the southern coast of the island, stop at Vila Franca do Campo (first Capital of the island). Head for the wonderful Furnas Valley, a natural theater with the blue sea and the green hills through the route. Awaits us, a lagoon ripped through gardens of sparkling flowers and dense forest taking us to the world of fairy tales. Area of mineral and thermal waters, near Lagoa das Furnas where next to the fumaroles you'll see where the famous “Cozido” stew is cooked in holes inside earth´s heat for 6 to 7 hours and you can taste at a local restaurant (not included). In the parish of Furnas a magnificent setting, provided by fumaroles, will wrap you in a fog of mystery and magical atmosphere. You can also experience a thermal bath in iron waters at a temperature around 39º C(102ºF) at Terra Nostra Botanical Garden (entrance fee not included). Returning through de North coast visit a tea plantation from the XIX century and witness all the stages of tea precessing and taste some tea.7 hours
Private Tour
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Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Personal Accident Insurance
Driver/Certified nature guide
Local taxes
Hotel/port pickup and drop-off from Ponta Delgada
Transport by air-conditioned 4WD vehicle
Fees : Gratuities. Gratuities
Entrance fees to: Thermal Pools “Poça da Beija" and Chapel of Nossa Sra. Vitórias
Lunch at local restaurant
Entrance fees at Terra Nostra Botanical Garden
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Locations in the itinerary
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Plantacoes de Cha Gorreana
Gorreana, , Maia, Portugal, 9625-304On the way stop at Europe’s oldest, and currently only, remaining Tea plantation. Chance to visit Chá Gorreana’s boutique, factory, museum and enjoy a cup of fresh picked tea grown far away from industrial pollution in the lush emerald green hills.30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Poca da Dona Beija
Lomba das Barracas, Furnas, Portugal, 9675-044You can enjoy a thermal bath at a temperature around 39ºC (102ºF) entrance fee not included at Poça da Dona Beija Natural Heritage very appreciated by the therapeutics properties
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location3
Lagoa das Furnas
Portugal, 9675-090Area of secondary volcanism where you'll see fumaroles and how its cooked the "cozido" pot-au-feu in holes on the heat of the volcano30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location4
Caldeira das Furnas
Furnas, Portugal, 9675Inside the caldeira its where you can have the thermal bath, lunch and also visit the fumaroles on the village of Furnas and taste mineral water3 hours • Admission Ticket FreeView Location5
Miradouro do Pico do Ferro
Located at the top of Pico do Ferro, Furnas, PortugalLiving the crater os Furnas volcano make a stop at Pico de Ferro View Point where you have a interesting prespective of the crater.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location6
Islet of Vila Franca do Campo
Vila Franca do Campo, Portugal, 9680-114Stop at a viewpoint of the islet of Vila Franca, a submarine eruptions resulting in a beautiful natural pool.
Vila Franca do Campo was the first Capital of the island of São Miguel15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
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Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations; or, customers can make their own way to the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- Pick up over a range of 15km from Ponta Delgada city center are charged
- Travelers will be picked up 20 minutes before departure time
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Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- If canceled due to extreme weather conditions, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- Portuguese
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund. • If you will not be arriving at your destination within the specified reconfirmation period, please reconfirm with the local service provider prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly. Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.Cancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Atlantic/Azores time to receive 100% refund.
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