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Faial Island: Half Day Tour

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Observation of the Capelinhos Volcano from Porto do Comprido.
Horta Marina, the 4th busiest in the world. The walls are filled with paintings made by sailors who pass by. This place is an authentic open-air gallery.
Meeting with a local fisherman.
Towards the Volcano. The first floor of the lighthouse in the background is under sand and ash.
Capelinhos Volcano. In the background we see the Cabeço do Canto and the Cabeço Verde.

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Overview

Are you passing through Faial or prefer a shorter tour, but want to see the island’s most iconic sites? This is the ideal walk!

In a few hours, discover the imposing Caldeira, the Volcán dos Capelinhos and viewpoints with stunning views of the nearby islands: Pico, São Jorge and Graciosa.

Enjoy a guided tour with professionalism, good disposition and dedication, ensuring that every moment becomes a memorable experience at Faial.

What's Included

  • Mineral water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Round-trip transportation to the hotel

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    • Your pick-up for the tour will be between 9h15 and 9h30. Please be ready and waiting at the pickup site during this period. As we will gather other participants in different locations, the Guide will not be able to wait long. You can easily identify the Guide, which will be in a grey Opel van.* Airport pickup is only available for private excursions. If you booked a private tour, please indicate your flight number at the time of the Reservation so that we can track your arrival.

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    Monte Da Guia Walking Trail

    The Guide Mountain is a volcanic cone with two semicircular craters. From this place you will have a privileged view of the beach of Porto Pim and the city of Horta.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Miradouro de Nossa Senhora da Conceicao

    Monument of Nossa Senhora da Conceição, from this place you can see the historic center of the city and the bay of Horta on one side and, on the other, Praia do Almoxarife. You can also see the neighboring Pico Island and the highest point in Portugal, Pico Mountain. On days without clouds, you can still see the island of São Jorge and Graciosa. Without a doubt, a place with a privileged view!
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Flamengos

    On the route to Caldeira do Faial we will take a road with excellent views of the entire parish of Flamengos. This is the only parish on the island that has no sea around it and is surrounded by mountains and volcanoes.
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Caldeira

    Located in the center of the island, Caldeira is the true ex-libris of Faial. It is one of the largest volcanic craters in the Azores, which was at the origin of the island, measuring about 2000 meters in diameter, seven kilometers in perimeter and 400 meters in depth.
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Capelinhos

    Site of great volcanic beauty. It is one of the biggest tourist attractions of the Atlantic, namely the Azores. Its landscape reminds us of a lunar environment. Enjoy the contrast of the gray of the sands with the green of the hills and the blue of the sky and the sea.
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    40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Porto do Comprido

    We will visit the Natural Pools of Porto do Comprido. These pools were formed by basaltic rocks, which resulted from the solidification of incandescent lava in the sea.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Perfect for guests who are in Pico: explore the Faial, enjoy the Horta and return the same day!
    • If you travel with luggage, you don’t have to worry, the trolley has plenty of space to accommodate everything with comfort, so you can enjoy the experience to the fullest.
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Faial Island: Half Day Tour?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+00). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
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    • Mineral water.
    • Air-conditioned vehicle.
    • Round-trip transportation to the hotel.
    • You can choose between a semi-private tour or a private tour.
    • Professional and experienced guide, native to Faial Island.
    • Bilingual guide (Portuguese and English).
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    This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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    • Air-conditioned vehicle
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    • You can choose between a semi-private tour or a private tour.
    • Professional and experienced guide, native to Faial Island
    • Bilingual guide (Portuguese and English)

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    • Perfect for guests who are in Pico: explore the Faial, enjoy the Horta and return the same day!
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