Full-day jeep tour to Furnas
Visit the most romantic town in all of Portugal. In Furnas, the combination of hot spring water and fresh spring water await you. You can see inside a volcano, where vegetation and fumaroles compete. Enjoy the Furnas lake shore (small hiking trail can be included) and see how a traditional Portuguese plate is done in Furnas (underground stew – lunch ), take a relaxing thermal pool bath and then finish the day with a cup of tea at the tea factory in Gorreana.
Besides the lunch hour and the Poça da Beija Stop, along the tour several stops will be made to enjoy important viewpoints. The stops duration can be adjusted but in general not longer than 10 minutes each. In general the tour will take about 7 hours from pick-up to drop-off.
POI / Main Stops: Furnas village, Santa Iria view, Caloura, Vila Franca, Furnas Lake area, Caldeiras, tea plantation and factory, Lomba do Milho view point, amog other stops. Bathroom are available on some stops.
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Do this because
- Go off the beaten track in a jeep
- Explore the nature of the Azores
- Explore steaming geysers and bubbling mud pools
- Sit beside sparkling lakes in volcanic craters as you visit Furnas with an experienced guide
Important to know
- Please confirm the pick-up place directly with the local operator after booking
- The 4X4 vehicle is a comfortable jeep 8 seater, with 6 spots available for tour. The vehicle is fully equipped whit fire extinguisher, first aid kit and other safety equipment
- It is advisable to wear comfortable shoes and bring a swimsuit in a bag to enjoy and feel the gifts that nature give us
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated, provided the passenger is accompanied by someone who can help them board and disembark
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.
What’s included
- Lunch
- Pick-up and drop-off from hotel or designated meeting points
- Driver/Guide
- Small-group tour
- Tea tasting
What’s not included
- Entrance fees to thermal pools and natural parks
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
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