Top Faial Island landmarks
Top Faial Island landmark tours

Private full day visit to Pico, a first impression

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8 to 9 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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French, German, Hungarian

Overview

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.

What's Included

  • Lunch Rich lunch picnic with drinks
  • Snacks
  • Bottled water

    Meeting and Pickup

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    Pick up and drop off at a place of your choice in Faial. Exact time of pick up depends on ferry schedule.

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    Praça Infante Dom Henrique
    9900-016 Horta, Portugal

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    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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    Faial Island (pass 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 (pass 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

    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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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Porto do Calhau

    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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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Farol de São Mateus / Farol da Ponta de São Mateus

    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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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Lajes do Pico

    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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    45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Lagoa do Capitao

    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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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Reserva Florestal de Recreio da Prainha

    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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    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    Sao Roque do Pico

    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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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Cais do Mourato

    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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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Madalena

    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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    45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    The Marina of Horta (pass by)

    Ferry transfer back to Faial and back to your accommodation.
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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Operated by a business

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    Q: Will I get seasick on Private full day visit to Pico, a first impression?

    A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

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    This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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    • LunchRich lunch picnic with drinks
    • Snacks
    • Bottled water
    • Private transportation
    • Lot's of stories on the past and present of Pico and Faial
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