Azores: Full Day Furnas & Nordeste with lunch (East Tour)
ID: GYG497217-878744
Category:
Country: Portugal
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Discover a volcanic world, indulge in delectable cuisine and explore breathtaking sights in Furnas & Nordeste. Experience a perfect blend of nature's beauty on this unforgettable journey.
This is the perfect tour to take you to discover how the Azoreans live in the volcano's mouth. Start your adventure day with a morning stop at the former Island capital, Vila Franca do Campo, for a small marina walk or try the island's unique pastry, the queijada da vila. Next, head to the mystical Furnas Valley, where geothermal wonders await.
Soak in the area's enchanting charm discovering fumaroles and bubbling springs, a testament to the island's volcanic soul or a splash of pleasure by soaking in the thermal waters or visiting one of Europe's most beautiful botanical gardens, the Terra Nostra Natural Park and Thermal Pool. This Park is one of the must do thing in Furnas Volcano. (entrance fee not included)
Savor a delectable local lunch, the "Cozido das Furnas" also with a vegetarian option and cooked in volcanic soil, perfectly crafted to tantalize your taste buds, this is a unique experience!
After lunch break, venture to the picturesque Nordeste to visit Ribeira dos Caldeirões Natural Park, where a living watermill museum and cascading waterfalls that seem to belong to a fairy tale awaits you, preserving Azorean heritage in a magical setting. Capture the essence of local life, and immerse yourself in the island's vibrant past.
On the way back to your hotel, there is nothing better than admiring one of the last two 100% natural tea plantations in the world while enjoying a tea tasting visiting Gorreana tea plantation.
Highlights
- Visit the last 100% natural tea plantation on planet
- Get to know the Azorean gastronomy through the "Cozido das Furnas"
- Enjoy the warm atmosphere of a small group tour
- Personalize your tour with a thermal bath at Terra Nostra botanical garden
- Surprise yourself with the unparalleled beauty of Furnas & Nordeste landscapes
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The pick-up service starts at 09:00 and can last up to about 20 minutes until our guides arrive at your hotel, depending on traffic or delays.
If you are accommodated in narrow streets, we will inform you of the nearest pick-up location.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
