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Ponta Delgada - Start of the tour and travel to our first attraction.
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Termas das Caldeiras - Visit to Caldeiras da Ribeira Grande to observe smokers and volcanic activity, a unique experience.
Travel time to Monte Escuro: 20 minutes
- Monte Escuro - Brief stop at Monte Escuro to enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.
Travel time to Castelo Branco: 30 minutes
- Castelo Branco - Visit to Morro de Castelo Branco, which is a volcanic dome formed 10 thousand years ago, connected to Faial Island by a very narrow isthmus.
Travel time to Furnas: 30 minutes
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Lagoa das Furnas - Stop at Lagoa das Furnas to appreciate the natural beauty of the place and observe the geothermal activities.
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Furnas - Free time in Furnas to explore the hot springs, botanical gardens and Terra Nostra Park, where you can choose to enjoy the natural thermal waters.
Travel time to Pico do Ferro: 20 minutes
- Pico do Ferro Viewpoint - Climb Pico do Ferro to enjoy a panoramic view of Lagoa das Furnas and the surrounding landscapes.
Travel time to Fábrica de Chã Gorreana: 30 minutes
- Gorreana Tea Factory - Visit the Fábrica de Chá Gorreana or Porto Formoso to learn about traditional tea production in the Azores and taste some local varieties.
Travel time to Miradouro de Santa Iría: 20 minutes
- Miradouro de Santa Iria - Stop at Miradouro de Santa Iria for stunning views over the north coast of the island of São Miguel.
Return journey time to Ponta Delgada: 30 minutes
- All fees and/or taxes
On our trip to Furnas, we begin either on the North or South coast, traveling along hidden roads with breathtaking views. A visit to the tea plantation is always refreshing, featuring a beautiful garden on the mountain with camellia sinensis. This tea is produced on-site at the only natural tea factory in Europe, established in 1883, where the famous Azores tea, both Black and Green, is made—a tradition taught by the Chinese in the 19th century. You can savor the renowned Azorean stew, a traditional dish cooked in the Caldeiras das Furnas near the lagoon. If the weather allows, take a dip in the thermal waters of Jardim Terra Nostra or Dona Beija das Furnas (entrance fees not included). We return via the south coast, enjoying numerous viewpoints and beaches along the way, with a stop at Nossa Sra da Paz to admire Vila Franca do Campo, the island of São Miguel’s first city. Join us on this adventure to discover true volcanism and stunning landscapes.
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