Van Tour Wine Culture from Lajes do Pico

Trip Overview

This is a story that started in the 15th century, with the early settlement, and continued through these successive rows of basaltic stone that cut the scenery, erected as pieces in an enchanting game.

Touring the south coast, you will be able to reconstitute the adventure of the wine from the islands, once served at the Czars’ table. The narrative of how the culture adapted to the land and sought to shape nature, from the sea to the hills, is written in the bare soil of the island.

And the endemic vegetation and the surrounding sea frame it, adding details of original art.

Difficulty

Languages

Transport Type

VAN

Tour Starts

Lajes do Pico

Minimum Age

Season

Available in all season

Transport Type

VAN

Tour Starts

Lajes do Pico

Languages

Minimum Age

Season

Available in all season

Trip Overview

This is a story that started in the 15th century, with the early settlement, and continued through these successive rows of basaltic stone that cut the scenery, erected as pieces in an enchanting game.

Touring the south coast, you will be able to reconstitute the adventure of the wine from the islands, once served at the Czars’ table. The narrative of how the culture adapted to the land and sought to shape nature, from the sea to the hills, is written in the bare soil of the island.

And the endemic vegetation and the surrounding sea frame it, adding details of original art.

The Culture of Pico wine

Price

50€

Duration

Half day

Wine Tasting Included

Secure Payments

Free Cancellations

Gallery

Itinerary

Pick-up and drive +

After the pick-up, we are ready to go on this interesting trip. During the day, you will learn so much about Pico island and its wine culture.

Criação Velha +

Finally, we will reach the vineyards of Criação Velha, the heart of the UNESCO Heritage.
Taking a stroll through the area, it becomes clear why Pico’s wine is so different and unique in the world. In the nearby wine cooperative, we will have the opportunity to taste the wine.
Then, it is time to return to the starting point.

Select your departure

50€ per adult + 3€ Online Fee

Why Futurismo

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50€ per adult + 3€ 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
Insurance (personal accident and liability)
Wine tasting in the local wine cooperative

Why this Tour

On Pico Island, an impressive maze of dry stone walls was created to protect vines.

Come with us to discover the testimonies of this wine cycle.

We tell you the secrets of the wine of Pico island in an experience full of history in the stunning wine landscape, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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 original departure point.

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 doing this activity safely, we will cancel it and suggest an alternative date.

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

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

What is the minimum number of participants? +

Please check the minimum number of participant for each tour inside the program’s page.

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 +