Furnas & Terra Nostra Gardens Biologist-guided e-Tour +lunch

Overview

Explore Furnas crater lake and village with a knowledgeable Biologist guide. Taste real local food, see geysers, a beautiful botanic garden, exotic and rare plants, end with soothing hot springs thermal bath!

What's included

Itinerary

1. Meet your Biologist Guide at the Marina of Vila Franca do Campo for check-in at the specified time.
2. Start with a short briefing and van tour up the Furnas volcano crater down to the mystic Furnas valley and lake.
3. Stop for sightseeing and photos.
4. Have lunch in a village restaurant, taste the most genuine island meal - an authentic geyser-cooked “cozido”. Visit the village’s central volcanic activity and fountains of mineral water. Have one hour free to explore the beautiful village’s streets, featuring crossing rivers, watermills, chapels and fountains.
5. At 15:30 meet the guide at Terra Nostra Gardens gate, and start a walking botanical journey showcasing a singular collection of plants and flowers of cultural and historic value from all around the World. End with a relaxing mineral-infused and beautiful thermal pool surrounded by wonderful nature. No matter what season or level of expertise there’s always something interesting for everyone to enjoy. The gardens are exuberant all year with impressive century-old trees, huge collections of colourful, rare and strange plants, specialty gardens, beautiful avenues with sculptures and fountains, and dazzling year-round blooms of fragrant flower tones for the eye, nose, and camera! Your tour is tailored according to season’s highlights and special events occurring.

Meeting point, pickup & return

Tour options

This experience may be offered in different versions. Live availability above shows the options available for your date and traveler mix.

Good to know

• Service animals allowed
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• HOT SPRINGS WATER is abnormally hot and untreated, and bathing is unsuitable to anyone pregnant, or with recent surgery or trauma or unhealed wounds, or any chronic condition. Volcanic water will damage swimwear color - use one you can spare!
• English is the official language, but our team is multinational and will do their best to accommodate your preferred language (this is not guaranteed)
• Special Dietary Restrictions must be notified upon reservation for required adjustments.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.