We created this tour exclusively to offer you the rare opportunity of visiting the most iconic and historical areas of São Miguel Island so you can appreciate our nature and culture on your short trip. See views of the lakes from Vista do Rei, stop at the Santa Iria Viewpoint, try tea at a tea plantation, try Furnas stew in Furnas Valley, and more.
Start your journey to the Vista do Rei viewpoint and admire the landscape of the Lagoa Azul and Lagoa Verde lakes, located in Sete Cidades. Then, head to the mountains to enjoy the scenic view over Lagoa do Fogo and visit the Santa Iria Viewpoint.
Stop at the Gorreana tea plantation and its factory. Taste black and green tea and then continue to Furnas Valley to admire the Pico do Ferro’s viewpoint. Watch powerful volcanic phenomena, known as fumaroles, in Furnas village.
Enjoy Furnas stew for lunch, a traditional dish cooked underground. Take a walk at Furnas Lake and learn about the Furnas stew cooking process. On your way back, drive along the south coast and stop at Vila Franca do Campo, the first capital of São Miguel.