Departure from Ponta Delgada heading to Furnas, with stops at the main points of interest, namely the Tea Plantations, to observe the tea production process and to taste green and black teas. Stop at the Pico do Ferro viewpoint, from where you can admire a stunning view of the island’s largest and oldest volcanic crater, within which lies the Furnas Valley. It is a fantastic environment where the vibrant colors of the flowers blend with lush vegetation originating from various continents.

In the Furnas Valley, we stop at Lagoa das Furnas, a tranquil and romantic lake, featuring the Gothic profile of the Chapel of Nossa Senhora das Vitórias reflected in its waters. On one of its banks, volcanic fumaroles act as natural “kitchens” where the famous Cozido das Caldeiras is cooked underground in hermetically sealed containers. Upon arrival in Furnas, lunch is served: the traditional Cozido das Caldeiras.

After lunch, enjoy a walking tour in Terra Nostra Park, a romantic setting of lakes, winding paths, exotic flowers, centuries-old trees, and a thermal water pool. There is also a short walk in the Furnas calderas area, an area of diverse volcanic activity, where boiling water geysers and medicinal mud emerge—one of the most spectacular being the Caldeira Pero Botelho.

The tour returns to Ponta Delgada, passing through Vila Franca do Campo, the island’s first capital.