HOT SPRINGS · THERMAL BATH TOURS IN PORTUGAL
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 14 thermal bath tours in Portugal worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
From Ponta Delgada, join a small group of up to eight for an evening in Furnas. Your guide, often Paulo, Filipe, Eduardo, or Rafael, leads a nature walk and geothermal stops, serves traditional cozido dinner, and ends with a soak at Poça da Dona Beija.
“It was amazing evening tour! Funny guide and great food 😊”
Travel from Ponta Delgada to Furnas for steaming calderas, panoramic views, a hearty Cozido das Furnas dinner, and a nighttime soak at Poça da Dona Beija. Guides such as Paulo, Filipe, Rafael, and Eduardo lead small groups of up to eight. Bring a dark swimsuit, towel, and €16 for entry.
“Hot springs weren't very impressive Furnas baths were nice, but a bit crowded @ late night time slot. Dinner food was good.”
Spend about six hours with a local guide such as Paulo, traveling from Ponta Delgada or Lagoa to Furnas for a traditional cozido dinner and nighttime thermal bath. The air-conditioned minivan holds no more than eight people, with pickup included. Bring a swimsuit and towel, and note that bath admission and lockers cost extra.
“Paolo was excellent tour guide. He explained Furnas thermal pools and Natural calderas. He also explained the azore culture and islands and the local food we are at dinner. The thermal pools at Furnas were filled with sexy people at nighttime. Recommend this nighttime experience”
From Ponta Delgada’s cruise terminal, join an English-speaking iGoAzores guide for a 5 to 6-hour island outing. You’ll see Santa Iria’s cliffs, taste Gorreana tea, and visit Furnas, Terra Nostra Park, and its famous thermal pool. Guides may include Diogo, João, José Melo, Ricardo, or Vera.
“Diogo was outstanding. Went out of his way to show us everything the island had to offer. Even though the weather was bad, he found a way to get us the best experience. His knowledge of the island was amazing. Highly recommended him and this tour.”
Join a small group of up to six for a 7.5-hour Furnas outing from Ponta Delgada. Visit Gorreana Tea Plantation, Furnas hot springs and fumaroles, optional Terra Nostra Garden, and Nossa Senhora da Paz with a professional guide such as Joao.
“I highly recommend this tour. Our driver and guide was a charming young man named Joao (John). He made my nervous wife very comfortable. Took us to tge hot springs, beautiful vistas, beach and off the beaten path. His knowledge of the history and customs (and language) of the Portuguese people was fascinating. Lunch of a stew cooked underground for 6 hrs in a volcanic hole, was amazing.”
Travel from Ponta Delgada with a private English-speaking guide such as Tiago or Nilton to Furnas, Pico do Ferro, Terra Nostra, and Gorreana Tea Plantation. You will see volcanic springs, sample tea, and have time for a thermal bath, with pickup from your hotel, port, or airport.
“Our tour guide, Tiago was amazing; he was so kind and accommodating. We enjoyed our time in the thermal baths and highly recommend this tour to others.”
Travel from your hotel to Furnas with local guide Gabriel, stopping at Pico do Ferro, Furnas Lake, and steaming calderas before 90 minutes at Poça da Dona Beija. This four-hour evening outing includes transport, admission, and a small group of up to five.
“Gabriel was a great guide. Knowledgable and fun. He grew up on the island so could tell us a lot about the culture and the area. The Thermal baths were in a beautiful setting and was very relaxing. The town of Furnas was a quaint and fascinating place to walk around. We thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience”
Spend four evening hours exploring São Miguel’s Furnas Valley with a certified local guide, then soak at Poça da Dona Beija. The tour includes hotel pickup, Pico do Ferro views, volcanic calderas, entry tickets, and comfortable SUV transport for groups of up to five. Gabriel has led this experience.
“One of the best things to do on the island in the evening. Wonderful and relaxing experience.”
Join João from Azores Hidden Tours for a six-hour Furnas outing from Ponta Delgada. You’ll visit Europe’s oldest tea plantation, see fumaroles and Lagoa das Furnas, taste tea made with thermal water, and relax at Poça da Dona Beija. Hotel pickup, transport, water, coffee, and tea are included.
“From airport pick up to the very end all was perfect. João was patient, kind and professional. He shared valuable information and was a wonderful personal photographer. Recommend!”
Spend 7.5 hours exploring São Miguel's volcanic heart with a Portuguese, English, or Spanish-speaking guide. Visit Furnas fumaroles, Terra Nostra Park, Pico do Ferro, Vila Franca do Campo, Cerâmica Vieira, and Gorreana Tea Factory. Lunch and transport are included, but park and bath entry fees are extra.
“Lo mejor el conductor Joao. Lo peor fue que no se podía entrar en las termas y en la plantación de te no nos hicieron tour por la fábrica ni por las plantaciones.”
Spend about eight hours exploring São Miguel’s Furnas region with a private guide and pickup in Ponta Delgada. Visit Santa Iria viewpoint, Gorreana Tea Plantation, volcanic fumaroles, and Furnas Lake, with optional entry to Terra Nostra Park and its thermal pool.
“Had two private tours during our week's holiday. Two fascinating tours made all the more enjoyable by the company of our guide , Rui.”
Spend 7 to 8 hours exploring São Miguel with Francisco and Azores Dynamic Tours. Visit Gorreana Tea Plantation, Furnas Lake, bubbling geothermal springs, Terra Nostra’s botanical garden and thermal pool, then finish at Nossa Senhora da Paz viewpoint. Private pickup and transport are included.
“From start to finish, our tour with Azores Dynamic Tours was truly memorable. Our guide Francisco was very knowledgeable and provided many fun facts about the Island.”
Spend four hours touring Furnas with a private guide, stopping at Pico do Ferro, volcanic calderas, Santa Iria, and Ribeira Grande. The package includes thermal waters, a massage, hotel pickup, and deluxe SUV transport. Gabriel has guided this route in several languages.
“Die Tour war wunderschön, das Wetter hat auch mitgespielt. Unser Guide Gabriel hat uns viel über Land und Leute erzählt. Trotz einiger Sprachschwierigkeiten unsererseits hat uns Gabriel alle Fragen mit viel Geduld beantwortet. Ich kann die Tour nur weiterempfehlen. Und vielen Dank nochmal an Gabriel für diesen tollen Ausflug.”
Set out from Ponta Delgada at 9:00 a.m. for a private seven-hour 4x4 tour of Furnas with a local guide. You will reach scenic roads and places larger tours may miss, then have free time for thermal pools. Bring swimwear, a towel, sturdy footwear, and money for lunch and entrance fees.
“Pedro gave us a wonderful and informative tour of Sete Cidades and some almost equally beautiful surrounding areas on May 29. We definitely experienced more than we thought we would in a four hour tour. No wasted time and unique experiences thanks to Pedro's knRead more”
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