Pico Island-Private tour : Highlights (+ optional wine tasting)

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Pico Island-Private tour : Highlights (+ optional wine tasting) — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

The itinerary described below is my standard full day Highlights Tour, designed for those with limited time who still want to discover as much of Pico as possible. Over the course of the day, you’ll explore both the island’s iconic highlights and some of its hidden gems — from its rich wine culture and dramatic volcanic landscapes to its fascinating whaling heritage — giving you a deeper understanding of what makes Pico so unique.

However, because this is a completely private tour, the itinerary is fully customizable to suit your interests and preferences. Enjoy the freedom to choose your pick-up location, adjust the pace, spend more time at the places you love, skip stops that don’t interest you, or add other places along the way. I can adapt the day to your group, making the experience more personal, relaxed, and flexible.

Think of the itinerary below as a starting point — with a private tour, you decide what you want to experience on Pico.

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English, French, Dutch
Operated by: basalt private tours

Ages: Children (3–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Picnic lunch with local flavors
Included: Insurance
Included: Private transportation (With an air-conditioned Toyota Proace Verso - 8+1 seats)
Included: Pick-up and drop-off at any location of your choice on Pico Island
Included: Lots of fun and discovery

Itinerary

Lagoa do Caiado

2 hours

You'll learn about the island’s volcanic history as we take in breathtaking views of the highlands—a landscape dotted with dozens of volcanoes and serene lakes.
Stop 2

one hour

We'll have a glimpse of ancient Laurel Silva Forests, remnants of a time when these lush woodlands covered much of the earth.
Prainha

one hour

We'll have a stop at Prainha for our picnic lunch with local flavors and a nice view.
Stop 4

one hour

In the afternoon, we'll dive into the island’s history and culture. We’ll explore the unique wine traditions of Pico, visiting charming coastal villages and other historic witnesses from the island’s golden age of winemaking.
Paisagem Protegida do Lajido da Criacao Velha

one hour

We'll have a stroll through the UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you’ll gain a deeper appreciation for the challenges and triumphs of producing Pico’s exceptional wines.
Madalena

one hour

You have the possibility to add and enjoy a guided wine tasting. You’ll taste 3 distinct volcanic wines with expert insights from a local winemaker (This is included in the tour price with optional winetasting I minimum age 18 years).
Stop 7

one hour

We'll end the day by entering into a lava tube, one of the many volcanic curiosities you'll discover during your tour.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

We'll meet in front of the red iconic windmill in Lajes.

End point

We'll meet in front of the red iconic windmill in Lajes.

Pickup points

Whale'come ao Pico
Hotel Caravelas
Aldeia Da Fonte Hotel
L'Escale de L'Atlantic
Restaurante Adega da Quinta
White Pico Lodge
Picoterramar & Spa
Pico Terramar & Spa
Pocinho Bay

Please inform me your pick-up/drop-off location.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The weather can be fussy in the Azores. Depending on the weather, we may adjust the programme, but this is always done by mutual agreement and to give you the best possible experience.
Kindly note that eating in the vehicle is not permitted during the tour. Thank you!