The 10 Hot Springs with Lunch in Portugal That Earn the Trip

1.Furnas: Night-Time Experience with Thermal baths and Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 534 reviews · 6 hours · from $88Our pick

From Ponta Delgada, you’ll visit Furnas for volcanic viewpoints, bubbling springs, a guided walk, and a traditional cozido dinner cooked by geothermal heat. The evening ends at Poça da Dona Beija, where you can soak in warm mineral water after dark. Small groups of up to eight travel with English or Portuguese-speaking guides such as Paulo, Filipe, Eduardo, and Rafael.

“Paulo was the absolute best! The thermal baths were incredible and the dinner was excellent! We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Paulo was so knowledgeable and personable he made the whole experience one we will never forget!”

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2.Furnas Night-Time Experience with Thermal baths and Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 380 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $86Best value

Travel from Ponta Delgada to Furnas for steaming calderas, mineral water tastings, a traditional Cozido dinner, and a nighttime soak at Poça da Dona Beija. Your English-speaking guide may be Paulo, Eduardo, Rafael, Filipe, or another Into The Wild Azores guide. Bring a dark swimsuit, towel, and €16 for the bath entrance.

“Very interesting sites and stories, the dinner was great and also the hot baths are amazing. Huge thanks to Paulo which made the tour many time better!”

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3.Furnas: Mystic Tour (w/Dinner) – Hot Springs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $114

Join Ivo Soares of WildScape Azores Tours for a six-hour evening trip from Ponta Delgada to Furnas. You’ll see Vila Franca do Campo, taste underground-cooked cozido, soak at Poça da Dona Beija, and watch steam rise from Furnas after dark. Dinner is included, but thermal admission costs extra and must be arranged ahead.

“This is one of the best experiences I have had. Ivo went above and beyond our expectations. He made us feel as if we were members of his family. His knowledge was extensive and to be missing out on this experience would be a big mistake, Ivo thank you so much for our wonderful evening. Connie and Kenny Kreisberg”

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4.Furnas: Mystic Tour (w/Dinner) – Hot Springs

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 62 reviews · 6 hours · from $100

Spend six hours exploring Furnas with local guides such as Ivo or Zico. See Vila Franca do Campo and Furnas Lake, eat underground-cooked cozido, soak at Poça da Dona Beija, and taste mineral waters with a homemade pastry. Thermal entry costs extra, and vegetarian meals are available with advance notice.

“The tour was fantastic. We got to see a lot of the hot springs, learn about the island and culture, experience local food, and spend time in the thermal baths. Going at night made it even better.”

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5.Furnas: Thermal Springs & Tea Plantation Day Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 55 reviews · 8 hours · from $88

Spend a full day exploring São Miguel with an English, Portuguese, or Spanish-speaking guide. Visit Terra Nostra Park, Furnas hot springs, Pico do Ferro, and Gorreana Tea Factory, then enjoy traditional cozido lunch, tastings, and coastal viewpoints. Gonçalo is one guide named in recent bookings.

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6.Furnas Evening Thermal Bath Small Group Tour with Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $193

Join Paulo and a small group of up to eight for an evening trip from Ponta Delgada or Lagoa to Furnas. You’ll ride in an air-conditioned minivan, learn about Azorean culture, eat a traditional cozido dinner, and relax in the thermal baths after dark. Bring a swimsuit and towel. Bath admission is extra, and entry lines can shorten your soaking time.

“Paulo was a fun guide who had a good mix of humor and knowledge. We went to a small restaurant in Furnas for dinner, followed up with the thermal baths. The baths! OMG THE BATHS!!!! Absolutely wonderful! If I had these within an hour of me I would be there every day! This was the perfect antidote following a day of travel on the airplane and 4 1/2 hours walking around Ponta Delgada in the morning.”

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7.Full-Day Furnas Tour: Hot Springs, Traditional Lunch & Tea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $119

Spend about eight hours exploring São Miguel’s volcanic east with a guide such as Leandro or Tiago. Visit Vila Franca do Campo, Lagoa das Furnas, Caldeira das Furnas, Terra Nostra Garden, Pico do Ferro, and Gorreana Tea Factory. Lunch and admission to Furnas Lake and Terra Nostra are included. Bring swimwear, flip-flops, and sturdy walking shoes.

“Bring a swimsuit and flip flops for the heated pools. Have really good walking shoes. This is a really good travel experience, must do if you are on the Azores.”

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8.Couples PRIVATE Hybrid 4X4 Tour – Furnas (Inc Hot Springs and 3 Course Lunch)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Andy guides your private eight-hour tour from Ponta Delgada, Ribeira Grande, Maia, or Fenais da Luz to Furnas. Walk beside the volcanic lake, see cozido cooking underground, soak in Terra Nostra’s hot spring, eat a three-course lunch, and visit a tea plantation and coastal viewpoint.

“One of the best coordinated and relaxing tours. Andy was great! This was a very nice, low key, personal tour experience. We were not in the mood for rushing and wanted to spend a nice private experience in Furnas. Andy knows everything about the villages and culture. He was engaging at the right level, knew how to get everywhere with ease and since he is British but has lived in Furnas for 9 years, knows the locals, can speak fluently in Portuguese. One of the best overall relaxing and interesting tours I’ve done. Oh and the food was amazing (and gluten free for my celiac Husband).”

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9.Furnas in a Private Evening – Tea, Cozido Dinner and Hot Springs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $191

You’ll spend about five hours exploring São Miguel’s volcanic Furnas Valley in a private SUV with an English-speaking guide. Taste tea at Gorreana, see underground cooking pots, watch geysers at dusk, soak at Poça da D. Beija for an extra €16, then eat cozido with drinks, dessert, and coffee. Guides may include Mario, Carlos, or Andre.

“Carlos was so knowledgeable and kind. We enjoyed every minute of our day and felt like vips. Thanks Carlos”

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10.PRIVATE Hybrid 4X4 Tour – Full Day Furnas (Inc Hot Springs and 3 Course Lunch)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Spend about eight hours with Andy of Azores Connections exploring São Miguel’s volcanic Furnas Valley. Walk around Lagoa das Furnas, see your lunch cooking underground, soak in Terra Nostra’s hot spring, taste traditional cozido, and visit a tea plantation and coastal lookout. Pickup is available from selected areas.

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