Portugal · Hot Spring

6-Hour Furnas Evening Tour in São Miguel with Cozido and Hot Springs

6 Hours Round trip from 9680 Vila Franca do Campo Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit Lagoa das Furnas inside a volcanic caldera and see the geothermal cooking area for Cozido das Furnas
  • 02 Enjoy a traditional Furnas dinner with Cozido das Furnas, starter, drinks, dessert, and coffee
  • 03 Relax in the natural hot spring pools of Poça da Dona Beija at around 39°C, surrounded by lush vegetation
  • 04 Explore Furnas village at night to see illuminated fumaroles and bubbling caldeiras
  • 05 Taste mineral spring waters and a local homemade sweet in Furnas

Discover the volcanic heart of São Miguel on this 6-hour evening journey to Furnas. Admire coastal views and the islet of Vila Franca do Campo, explore the geothermal landscape of Lagoa das Furnas where the famous Cozido das Furnas is slowly cooked underground, and enjoy a traditional dinner at a local restaurant. Relax in the warm mineral pools of Poça da Dona Beija surrounded by lush vegetation at dusk, then explore the illuminated fumaroles and bubbling caldeiras in Furnas village while tasting mineral spring water and a local homemade sweet.

Visit the Poça da Dona Beija thermal baths and relax in natural hot spring pools with water temperatures around 39°C.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Ponta Delgada, São Miguel Island
Languages English, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Evening Journey to Furnas with Cozido Dinner and Thermal Baths

Pickup and Photo Stop at Vila Franca do Campo Islet

Begin the tour with pickup and a drive along the southern coastline of São Miguel. Stop for a quick photo opportunity overlooking the islet of Vila Franca do Campo, then continue the scenic drive toward Furnas.

Visit Furnas Lagoon

Arrive at Lagoa das Furnas, located inside a volcanic caldera. Observe the geothermal landscape and natural surroundings rich in flora and fauna, and see the underground cooking area where the traditional Portuguese dish Cozido das Furnas is prepared using geothermal heat.

Traditional Cozido Dinner at a Local Restaurant

Enjoy dinner at a traditional restaurant in Furnas and taste the famous Cozido das Furnas, slowly cooked underground. The full meal includes a starter, main dish, drinks, dessert, and coffee, with vegetarian or alternative dishes available if required.

Furnas Hot Spring Baths at Poça da Dona Beija

Visit the Poça da Dona Beija thermal baths and relax in natural hot spring pools with water temperatures around 39°C. Enjoy the peaceful environment surrounded by vegetation and the evening sounds of nature.

Fumaroles and Caldeiras Walk in Furnas Village

Walk through the village center to see the fumaroles and caldeiras. Observe the geothermal steam rising from the ground at night, taste mineral spring waters, and try a local homemade sweet delicacy.

Return Drive and Drop-off

Drive back through the northern side of the island toward Ribeira Grande Municipality. Relax during the approximately 45-minute journey back to the drop-off point.

Vila Franca do Campo islet, Lagoa das Furnas caldera, Poça da Dona Beija pools

Where this trip takes you

Vila Franca do Campo islet, Lagoa das Furnas caldera, Poça da Dona Beija pools

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from 9680 Vila Franca do Campo 2 cities · 6 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Locally knowledgeable tour guide
  • Van with A/C and a panoramic windshield
  • Hot spring baths admittance (exclusive deal)
  • Dinner of Furnas geo-cooked stew ("Cozido das Furnas") at a local restaurant (vegetarian option available)
  • Tasting of a local sweet delicacy (exclusive deal)
  • Water bottle
  • Tour insurance

What's Not Included

  • Locker or any other additional options at the thermal facilities
  • Additional options off the selected dinner menu

What to bring

  • Swimwear
  • Towel (rental available at the thermal facilities, €4 each)
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Clothing adjusted for the weather conditions

Know before you go

  • Avoid wearing light-colored fabrics, as the mineral-rich hot spring waters may stain them orange.
  • Avoid submerging dyed hair, especially light-colored hair, as it may turn orange or green.
  • Remove metal jewelry before bathing because the minerals can permanently change its color.
  • Keep yellow gold jewelry on if necessary, as it is not affected by the water.
  • Avoid opening your eyes underwater because the water is untreated and comes directly from a natural source.
  • Do not drink the hot spring water.
  • Avoid soaking deep open wounds in the thermal pools.
  • Pickup and drop-off at the chosen location are available under certain conditions.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Estátua do Emigrante, Campo de São Francisco, Ponta Delgada, Portugal
Tour start
9680 Vila Franca do Campo, Portugal
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 6 hours finish where they began, in 9680 Vila Franca do Campo.

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