Furnas Lake Small Group Tour

Back

Tour Times: Tour time will be confirmed on your voucher to best fit your itinerary

Don't Port,

Don't Pay Security

Back-to-Ship

Guarantee

Hassle-free

Cancellation

3.5 hours (approx.)

Small Group Tour

Light

Adventure Culinary/Food Hiking/Nature Walk Wildlife/Nature

Overview

Ponta Delgada is the largest city in the Portuguese Azores. The city is located on Sao Miguel Island and contains many wonderful historic, natural and cultural sites of interest.

Your exciting tour will start with a journey north to the Rota Do Cha tea route. The route has been around for centuries and is located in the arts district. Your will stop at one of only two tea producing factories in Europe. The factory takes the form of a traditional Chinese tea shop, with places for tea ceremonies and a wonderful shop where you can buy the produce. You will have the chance to explore the factory and enjoy a tasting of Azorean black and green tea before continuing on your tour.

Your next stop will be the Pico de Ferro or Iron Hill belvedere which offers a picturesque view of the Furnas Volcano, crater and lake. You will have plenty of time to take in the view and take as many photographs as you wish. You will then continue down the hill into Furnas Village. Once in the village you will visit the famous geysers and hot and cold mineral baths and explore the main town.

Next you will visit the volcano itself with its beautiful landscapes and nearby caldeiras. Your guide will talk to you about the history of the volcano and there will be photo opportunities at every turn. Your final stop will be the Our Lady Of The Peace Hill from which you will get a dramatic view of the islands first capital – Vila Franca do Campo and the nearby islet of Ilhéu da Vila and surrounding underwater volcano with its almost perfect circular saltwater pool.

If you are lucky enough to be cruising around these fantastic islands then this tour is a must. Not only will you get to see the breathtaking scenery but you will learn of the history of the islands, gain a unique insight into the culture and take some one of a kind photographs to provide memories to last a lifetime.

What's Included

Transfers
English speaking guide
Scenic views
Tea producing factory visit
Black and Green tea tasting
Pico de Ferro photo stop
Furnas Village visit geysers/mineral baths
Furnas Volcano view and visit
Our Lady Of The Peace Hill photo stop

Considerations

Snacks/lunch are not included.
No wheelchair accessibility.
Small group tour maximum 8 guests.
Bring cash/local currency for any additional purchases on the day.
Gratuities/Tips are not included in your tour, if you would like to leave a tip, please bring cash.

Special Instructions

Local Currency is the Euro (EUR).
This tour involves walking intermediate to short distances, uneven ground, inclines and climbing stairs. Those with physical limitations should take this into consideration. - wear suitable and comfortable footwear.
Dress for the weather and bring your sunglasses, sunscreen, sunhat and water bottle. (Bring raingear/sweater based on the season).
It is recommended to drink plenty of water - it can get unseasonably hot.
Bring your camera to capture wonderful memories of your time ashore!

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup and Dropoff at the Cruise Port Included.

Tour Times: Tour time will be confirmed on your voucher to best fit your itinerary

Hassle-free

Cancellation

3.5 hours (approx.)

Small Group Tour

Light

Furnas Lake Small Group Tour

Overview

What's Included

Considerations

Special Instructions

Meeting and Pickup

Book Now

Price Info

Tour added successfully

Share this trip

POPULAR DESTINATIONS

Log in to Venture Ashore

Forgot your password?

Back-to-Ship Guarantee

Don't Port, Don't Pay Security

Create a new account