6 days in Ponta Delgada & Furnas Itinerary

As the busy capital of São Miguel, Ponta Delgada represents the most visited place on the island.

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 Miradouro da Boca do Inferno, tour the pleasant surroundings at Caldeira Velha Environmental Interpretation Centre, 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.

Start off your visit on the 24th (Sun): witness a stunning natural landmark at Caldeiras Vulcânicas, then stroll through Lagoa das Furnas, and then take in nature's colorful creations at Parque Terra Nostra. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: explore the wealth of natural beauty at Parque Natural da Ribeira dos Caldeiroes, get great views at Plantacoes de Cha Gorreana, then take some stellar pictures from Pico do Ferro Viewpoint, and finally explore the activities along Furnas.

To see other places to visit, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Furnas trip planner.

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