Experience the best of São Miguel’s East half on a full-day tour. Visit Furnas, Ribeira dos Caldeirões waterfall, and Nordeste. Enjoy a delicious local stew for lunch and the option to swim in thermal pools. Book with the São Miguel West tour for the ultimate island experience!
Experience the best of São Miguel’s East half on a full-day tour. Visit Furnas, Ribeira dos Caldeirões waterfall, and Nordeste. Enjoy a delicious local stew for lunch and the option to swim in thermal pools. Book with the São Miguel West tour for the ultimate island experience!
- Nossa Senhora da Paz - Begin the tour at Nossa Senhora da Paz, a hilltop chapel overlooking Vila Franca do Campo. Guests can enjoy panoramic views over the town, the Atlantic Ocean, and the iconic Ilhéu de Vila Franca do Campo, a volcanic islet just offshore.
- Caldeira das Furnas - Explore the geothermal fields of Furnas, where volcanic…
- Nossa Senhora da Paz - Begin the tour at Nossa Senhora da Paz, a hilltop chapel overlooking Vila Franca do Campo. Guests can enjoy panoramic views over the town, the Atlantic Ocean, and the iconic Ilhéu de Vila Franca do Campo, a volcanic islet just offshore.
- Caldeira das Furnas - Explore the geothermal fields of Furnas, where volcanic activity is visible through steaming fumaroles, bubbling mud pools, and hot springs. Guests can taste naturally carbonated mineral waters and experience the island’s volcanic energy up close.
- Parque Terra Nostra - (Optional) As an alternative to the Furnas geothermal fields, guests may visit Terra Nostra Park to bathe in its famous iron-rich thermal pool. Those choosing this option will have time to relax in the hot springs and enjoy the surroundings (entrance fee not included).
- Furnas - Enjoy a traditional Furnas cozido lunch, slowly cooked using volcanic heat. Main course, drink, dessert, and coffee are included. Alternative lunch options are available on request for guests who do not eat certain meats.
- Pico do Ferro Viewpoint - Enjoy sweeping views over the Furnas Volcano caldera from Pico do Ferro, one of the best panoramic viewpoints in the area, overlooking the lake, village, and surrounding volcanic landscape.
- Miradouro do Salto do Cavalo - Visit Salto do Cavalo, a dramatic mountain viewpoint offering impressive views over the eastern part of São Miguel and, on clear days, both the north and south coasts.
- Parque Natural da Ribeira dos Caldeiroes - Explore Ribeira dos Caldeirões Natural Park, known for its waterfalls, lush vegetation, and well-maintained walking paths set within a peaceful natural environment.
- Nordeste - Travel through the Nordeste region and stop at an old whale lookout. From here, guests can enjoy views over the rugged coastline, green pastures, and small villages that characterize this part of the island.
- Miradouro de Santa Iria - Finish the tour at Miradouro de Santa Iria, one of São Miguel’s most scenic coastal viewpoints, offering stunning views over the island’s north coast and the Atlantic Ocean.

- Traditional Furnas cozido lunch (main course, drink, dessert and coffee)
- Small-group tour — maximum 8 guests per vehicle
- Transportation in a modern 100% electric van
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off (Centrally located Ponta Delgada hotels and Lagoa Town)
- Local driver-guide
- Traditional Furnas cozido lunch (main course, drink, dessert and coffee)
- Small-group tour — maximum 8 guests per vehicle
- Transportation in a modern 100% electric van
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off (Centrally located Ponta Delgada hotels and Lagoa Town)
- Local driver-guide
- Terra Nostra Park entrance (optional)
- Terra Nostra Park entrance (optional)
Explore the highlights of eastern São Miguel on a relaxed, full-day small-group tour. Discover Furnas’ geothermal landscapes, sample naturally carbonated mineral waters, and savor a traditional cozido lunch cooked with volcanic heat. Continue through lush scenery to Ribeira dos Caldeirões and the dramatic coastline of Nordeste, with panoramic viewpoints…
Explore the highlights of eastern São Miguel on a relaxed, full-day small-group tour. Discover Furnas’ geothermal landscapes, sample naturally carbonated mineral waters, and savor a traditional cozido lunch cooked with volcanic heat. Continue through lush scenery to Ribeira dos Caldeirões and the dramatic coastline of Nordeste, with panoramic viewpoints along the way.
In Furnas, guests can choose between visiting Terra Nostra Park and its iron-rich thermal pool (admission not included) or exploring the geothermal area and local traditions. Travel with a local driver-guide in a modern, 100% electric van, with a maximum of 8 guests per vehicle for a more personal and comfortable experience.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.