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Activity Faial Island, Portugal
Private full day visit to Pico, a first impression
5.0
(19 reviews)
8–9 hours
Private tour
out of 5
19 reviews
About this activity
This full day excursion to Pico takes about 8-9 hours, during which you will see most of the highlights of the neighboring Pico island. The tour is perfect for those visitors of Faial who only spend a couple of days in the Triangle but want to visit Pico without too much stress.
The Pico, a first impression tour is an all inclusive trip from your accommodation in Faial, including the ferry transfers, to the main landmarks of Pico. Depending on the ferry schedules you will leave from Faial at around 9 a.m. and return in the late afternoon at around 7 p.m. At lunch time we will have a rich picnic in one of the recreational parks of Pico.
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At a glance
- Duration
- 8–9 hours
- Confirmation
- Confirmed within 48 hours
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group
- Your group only
- People per booking
- 1–6
- Guide
- German, English, French, Hungarian
- Operated by
- Visitfaial
Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)
What is included
Included
- Included: Private transportation
- Included: Lot's of stories on the past and present of Pico and Faial
- Included: Bottled water
- Included: Rich lunch picnic with drinks
- Included: Liability insurance
- Included: Personal accident insurance
- Included: Snacks
- Included: All Fees and Taxes
- Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Itinerary
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Faial Island
Passing by
The tour starts at your accommodation from where you will go to the ferry terminal of Horta for the passage to Pico. On Pico there are drives of 15 to 30 minutes in-between the attractions. At the end of the tour you will take again the ferry back to Horta and will be dropped off at your accommodation.
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The Marina of Horta
Passing by
Ferry transfer from Horta in Faial to Madalena do Pico. Ferries are operating all year round and a vital connection between the Islands of the Triangle.
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Paisagem Protegida do Lajido da Criacao Velha
30 min
The vineyards of Criação Velha around Madalena are home to volcanic wines which have seen a resurrection over the last decade. The vineyards have been classified in 2004 as UNESCO World Heritage Site, the wine is grown directly in the volcanic rocks in small plots which are protected from the wind by little rock walls.
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Stop 4
15 min
The small Porto do Calhau is one of the many small ports around the island. It offers a nice view over to Faial and on windy days the waves are crushing spectacularly on the volcanic rocks.
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Stop 5
15 min
The lighthouse Farol de São Mateus offers a spectacular view of the south coast of Pico. If you are lucky, you might even spot a whale or dolphins.
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Lajes do Pico
45 min
Lajes do Pico used to be the center of the whaling activity on the south coast, today it is one of the major points for starting a whale watching tour. The small town invites for a stroll.
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Lagoa do Capitao
15 min
The Lagoa do Capitão is one of many small lakes from where you can admire the majesty of Pico mountain. The lakes are home to a rich birdlife, surrounded by green pastures.
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Reserva Florestal de Recreio da Prainha
one hour
The small forest park in Prainha is a perfect place to stop for a picnic with a view on neighbouring São Jorge Island. For kids there is even a small playground.
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Sao Roque do Pico
30 min
São Roque do Pico on the north coast is the second whaling station on Pico. The slopes around São Roque have a completely different character, with all the cows you feel like being in the Alps.
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Stop 10
15 min
Cais do Mourato on the north coast of Pico is marked by the Adegas, small rock houses, of the winemakers of Pico. There are several natural swimming pools in-between the lava rocks.
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Madalena
45 min
Madalena surrounded by the UNESCO World Heritage vineyards is a charming coastal town. From Madalena you get one of the best views on Faial.
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The Marina of Horta
Passing by
Ferry transfer back to Faial and back to your accommodation.
Meeting point and pickup
You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.
Meeting point
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Meeting point is in front of the Casa da Baia tourist information building.
End point
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Meeting point is in front of the Casa da Baia tourist information building.
Pickup points
- Quinta Das Buganvilias
- Azoris Faial Garden - Resort Hotel
- Horta Airport
- Residencial Sao Francisco
- Residencias Varadouro
- Apartamentos Principe Apart Center
- Pousada Forte da Horta
- Quinta do Vale
- Hotel Do Canal
- PATIO Ecolodge
- Hotel Horta
Pick up and drop off at a place of your choice in Faial. Exact time of pick up depends on ferry schedule.
Using your ticket
A separate ticket will be supplied for the ferry transfer.
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
| If you cancel | You get back |
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| Less than a day before | 0% |
- The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
Good to know
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Traveller ratings
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