Azores: Shore Excursion Furnas - Crater volcano and hot springs
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4h 0 mins · 4.5 (59)
Furnas / East Island – “Gastronomy, Hot Springs, Boilers & Fumaroles”
Discover one of the most emblematic volcanic areas of São Miguel, often considered the heart of Azorean tourism.
Explore the volcanological activity of one of the island’s most active volcanic areas, with an eruptive history dating back over 100,000 years. Experience the unique Furnas Valley, known for its remarkable diversity of mineral and thermal waters.
Witness how locals prepare the traditional Azorean “cozido” using volcanic heat, and visit one of the only tea plantations in Europe.
Optional stop: Parque Terra Nostra botanical garden and thermal pool (entrance not included). This visit depends on available time and overall group participation on the day of the tour.
Tour type: Shared shore excursion (not private)
Group size: Small-group experience intended; however, group size may vary depending on demand, especially on cruise ship days.
Free cancellation
Pickup included
What's included
- Professional driver / local certified guide
- AIR_CONDITIONED_VEHICLE
- All transportation during the experience
- Live commentary throughout the tour
What's not included
- Entrance to Parque Terra Nostra or Dona Beija thermal baths (optional visit)
- Entrance fee to Furnas Lake (cooking / stew area)
- Food and drinks
- Optional visits depend on time, conditions and group. Entrance fees paid on-site.
Itinerary
- Visit the last natural tea plantation on planet, taste our green or black tea. (20 min)
- Admire for the firts time the inerior of Furnas volcano and lake (10 min)
- Walk trough boilers and hot springs, taste traditional liquors and mineral waters, feel the power of a volcano (20 min)
- See and learn how locals cook using the heat of the volcano in holes on the ground. (20 min)
- In option, stop, walk and relax in a natural hot pool. Thermal water, naturally heated by the volcano (30 min)
Practical information
- Operated by
- Azores Dream Tours
- Max group size
- 20 travellers
- Travellers per booking
- 1–15
- Languages
- pt, en, es
- Confirmation
- MANUAL
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation available.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Important notes
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Frequently asked questions
This tour lasts approximately 4 hours. Allow a little extra time at either end if you need to transfer between the ship and the excursion meeting point.
The excursion price typically covers transport, a qualified guide, and the activities listed in the description above. Meals, gratuities, personal shopping, and any entrance fees not mentioned in the description are usually paid separately on the day.
Age and fitness guidance for this excursion is not specified in the data we hold. The tour description above is the best guide — if you have any specific concerns, contact your cruise line's excursion desk before departing the ship.