Ponta Delgada Trip Overview
The tour is made comfortably in a jeep Land Rover properly equipped for the purpose and is perfect for those who want to have a off-road experience in São Miguel Island.
Starting in Ponta Delgada we´ll drive towards Vila Franca do Campo in the south coast of the island. Then we´ll continue on our way to Lagoa das Furnas where the famous Furnas stew is made. In the meanwhile it´s time to taste the famous stew at a local restaurant.
After lunch, the centenary garden Parque Terra Nostra will be waiting for us, as well as the Caldeiras das Furnas and the famous Pico do Ferro viewpoint. The local tea factory of Gorrena and the Santa Iria viewpoint are the last touristic attractions of this tour that will delight your experience.
NOTE: a minimum of 2 persons is required.
Additional Info
* Duration: 7 hours 30 minutes
* Starts: Ponta Delgada, Portugal
* Trip Category: Outdoor Activities >> 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Ponta Delgada, Azores, Portugal
The tour is made comfortably in a jeep Land Rover properly equipped for the purpose and is perfect for those who want to have a off-road experience in São Miguel Island.
Starting in Ponta Delgada we´ll drive towards Vila Franca do Campo in the south coast of the island. Then we´ll continue on our way to Lagoa das Furnas where the famous Furnas stew is made. In the meanwhile it´s time to taste the famous stew at a local restaurant.
After lunch, the centenary garden Parque Terra Nostra will be waiting for us, as well as the Caldeiras das Furnas and the famous Pico do Ferro viewpoint. The local tea factory of Gorrena and the Santa Iria viewpoint are the last touristic attractions of this tour that will delight your experience.
NOTE: a minimum of 2 persons is required.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Lagoa das Furnas, Sao Miguel 9675 Portugal
Furnas is so well known for its thermal waters and thermal pools. At this stop you can see your lunch being made from below ground, the famous Cozido.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Parque Terra Nostra, Largo Marques da Praia e Monfort 2, Furnas, Povoacao, Sao Miguel 9675-037 Portugal
At this stop you will visit the Terra Nostra Park with a stunning botanical garden and the thermal water pool. Bring swimsuit to spend a good time in this wonderful pool.
Bath included.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Pico do Ferro Viewpoint, Furnas, Povoacao, Sao Miguel 9675 Portugal
At this viewpoint you will be able to see the Furnas lake from the top and the Furnas parish.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Plantacoes de Cha Gorreana, Sao Miguel 9625-304 Portugal
On this stop you will have the opportunity to visit the oldest tea factory in Europe, the Gorreana Tea factory, and try these delicious teas.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Miradouro de Santa Iria, Porto Formoso, Ribeira Grande, Sao Miguel Portugal
In this viewpoint you will be enchanted by the green landscape of the north coast of the island of São Miguel.
Duration: 30 minutes
