Pico Island Van Tour

Trip Overview

Touring the island in its most emblematic features, in a single day, from the north coast with its sweet, intoxicating wine production, to the south with its magnificent lagoons and views over endless horizons from the belvederes…

On the way, there will be spaces completed with natural swimming pools, plateau, villages, and delicate birds.

Move with the bonds that link this journey to the history of whalers in the small, forsaken villages, and to the rough scenery of an island that seems forever wrecked at sea.

Difficulty

Languages

Transport Type

VAN

Tour Starts

Madalena

Minimum Age

8

Season

Available all year

Transport Type

VAN

Tour Starts

Madalena

Languages

Minimum Age

8

Season

Available all year

Trip Overview

Touring the island in its most emblematic features, in a single day, from the north coast with its sweet, intoxicating wine production, to the south with its magnificent lagoons and views over endless horizons from the belvederes…

On the way, there will be spaces completed with natural swimming pools, plateau, villages, and delicate birds.

Move with the bonds that link this journey to the history of whalers in the small, forsaken villages, and to the rough scenery of an island that seems forever wrecked at sea.

Visit Pico Island in a Day

Price

85€

Duration

Full day

Small Groups

Lunch Included

The Best of Pico

Free Cancellations

Gallery

Itinerary

Cachorro +

We will start our tour along the North Coast with stops in Cachorro and Lajido – ancient wine production places. There, we will find typical adegas (wine cellars) and other places associated with the golden wine age that lasted over 200 years, such as little ports, tidal wells, distilleries and much more.

São Roque +

From here we continue in the direction of São Roque.
There we will get to know one of the many natural pools that are also very appreciated by the local community.

Lagoa do Capitão +

Crossing to the South Coast, we can enjoy excellent views of the ocean and the neighboring island São Jorge. Once at the top, we will visit Lagoa do Capitão, one of the most beautiful lakes in Pico.
It is part of the protected landscape area of “zona central”. It is also a good place to observe resident and migratory birds, as well as the native vegetation.

Lunch at a local restaurant +

Experience some of the most delicious traditional dishes the Azores has to offer. We will have lunch at one of the local restaurants on the island.

Lajes do Pico +

After lunch, we will discover the traditional village of Lajes do Pico. It is not only the first settlement of the island but also the Azorean whaling capital.
Besides wine, whaling played a big role in the History of the Azores. Lajes is a picturesque little village.
Enjoy a walk through the narrow streets and a guided visit to the whaler’s museum.

Criação Velha +

Before returning back to Madalena along the South Coast, we will stop in the vineyards of Criação Velha.
It is one of the most emblematic places to understand why Pico’s vineyard landscape was classified UNESCO Heritage in 2004.

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85€ per adult + 5.1€ Online Fee

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85€ per adult + 5.1€ Online Fee

100% stays in the local community

20% to local small companies

Full time, year round, employed guides

Essencial Trip Information

What's Included

Certified guide
Lunch in a local restaurant
Museum entrance in Lajes do Pico
Insurance (personal accident and liability)

Why this Tour

Pico island has a rich diversity of landscapes. See the indomitable coast that merges with the deep blue of the Atlantic Ocean.

Enjoy the volcanic origins of the island and its extensive lava fields.

You will also pass through the exuberant endemic vegetation and beautiful lagoons that are still today the house of different resident and migratory birds.

In a comfortable van, we will discover the beauty, culture, history and gastronomy of Pico. And the privilege will be to meet and talk with locals who always have interesting stories to tell!

Departure and Return

Departure Point

Madalena Maritime Terminal Car Park, 9950-340 Madalena | Free pick up in Madalena and Lajes do Pico municipalities (select this option during the checkout process). Our staff will contact you on the day before the tour takes place.

Departure Time

Please select a date on the calendar on the top right hand side of this program page and check the available schedule.

Return Point

Returns to the original departure point or the drop of point you indicate during the checkout process.

Can I take my camera with me during this activity? +

Yes, but be aware that your material will be under your responsibility.

Is this an adventure kind of tour? +

It is a great adventure, but not physically demanding.

What if the weather isn’t ok? +

If the weather doesn’t allow us to do this activity safely, we will cancel it and suggest an alternative date.

Cancellation +

Cancellations up to 48 hours before the tour, no penalties are applied
Cancellations up to 24 hours: 50% of the total amount will be charged
Cancellations less than 24 hours or no-show: full amount will be charged
If the weather conditions do not allow the activity to be done safely, we will cancel it and contact you to suggest an alternative date or provide a full refund.

Booking confirmation +