6 days in Ponta Delgada & Furnas Itinerary

As the busy capital of São Miguel, Ponta Delgada represents the most visited place on the island. Known for its historical buildings, the city offers 17th- and 18th-century convents and churches, as well as cobbled pedestrian streets and hidden squares.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Azores Tours And Transfers. When in Ponta Delgada, make a side trip to see Islet of Vila Franca do Campo in Vila Franca do Campo, approximately Vila Franca do Campo away. The adventure continues: take in the dramatic natural features at Caldeira das Sete Cidades, take some stellar pictures from Boca do Inferno Viewpoint, make a trip to Portas da Cidade, and explore the activities along Lagoa do Fogo.

To see other places to visit, ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Ponta Delgada driving holiday tool.

Use the Route module to find travel options from your starting location to Ponta Delgada. November in Ponta Delgada sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 17°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sat) to allow time to drive to Furnas.

You've now added Poca Da Dona Beija to your itinerary. Start off your visit on the 24th (Sun): witness a stunning natural landmark at Caldeiras Vulcânicas, then contemplate the geological forces at Lagoa das Furnas, then admire the natural beauty at Parque Terra Nostra, and finally explore the striking landscape at Poca Da Dona Beija. On the 25th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: identify plant and animal life at Parque Natural da Ribeira dos Caldeiroes, then take some stellar pictures from Plantacoes de Cha Gorreana, then take some stellar pictures from Pico do Ferro Viewpoint, and finally contemplate the waterfront views at Furnas.

To find other places to visit, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, use the Furnas trip maker website.

Traveling by car from Ponta Delgada to Furnas takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In November, plan for daily highs up to 21°C, and evening lows to 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 26th (Tue) to allow time for the car ride back home.