Varadouro Trip Overview
This full day excursion to Pico takes about 14-15 hours, during which you will see on a very long day all the highlights of the neighboring Pico island. The tour is perfect for those visitors of Faial who want to get a full picture of Pico.
Pico, all you need to see is an all inclusive trip from your accommodation in Faial, including the ferry transfers, to the main landmarks of Pico. Due to the size of the island, Pico is more than 60 km long, you will spend a lot of time in the car, but as a reward we will take you all around Pico island. Depending on the ferry schedules you will leave from Faial at around 7 a.m. and return in the evening at around 9 p.m. At lunch time we will have a rich picnic in one of the recreational parks of Pico.
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* Duration: 14 to 15 hours
* Starts: Varadouro, Portugal
* Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Varadouro, Azores, Portugal
This full day excursion to Pico takes about 14-15 hours, during which you will see on a very long day all the highlights of the neighboring Pico island. The tour is perfect for those visitors of Faial who want to get a full picture of Pico.
Pico, all you need to see is an all inclusive trip from your accommodation in Faial, including the ferry transfers, to the main landmarks of Pico. Due to the size of the island, Pico is more than 60 km long, you will spend a lot of time in the car, but as a reward we will take you all around Pico island. Depending on the ferry schedules you will leave from Faial at around 7 a.m. and return in the evening at around 9 p.m. At lunch time we will have a rich picnic in one of the recreational parks of Pico.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Criacao Velha, Criacao Velha, Pico, Azores
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.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Lajes do Pico, Lajes do Pico, Pico, Azores
Lajos 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.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Calheta De Nesquim, Calheta De Nesquim, Pico, Azores
Calheta de Nesquim and the southeastern coast of Pico are marked by steep slopes with banana plantations. The road to Ponta da Ilha leads through small villages.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Reserva Florestal de Recreio da Prainha, Estrada Regional n.0 1 Localiza-se na Freguesia da Prainha, Concelho de Sao Roque do Pico. O acesso e feito pela Estrada Regional n.º1, entre a localidade de Sao Miguel Arcanjo e a freguesia da Prainha do Norte., Sao Roque do Pico, Pico Portugal
The small forest park and the small beach in Prainha are just some of the spots on the north coast where it is worthwhile to stop. From here you have the best view on neighbouring São Jorge Island.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Sao Roque do Pico, Sao Roque do Pico, Pico, Azores
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 fell like being in the Alps.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Lagoa do Capitao, Estrada Longitudinal ER 3-2, Sao Roque do Pico, Pico 9940 Portugal
The Lagoa do Capitão is one of many small lake from where you can admire the majesty of Pico mountain. The lakes are home to a rich birdlife, surrounded by green pastures.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Casa da Montanha, Caminho Florestal, 9 Candelaria, Madalena, Pico 9950 Portugal
The Casa da Montanha is the starting point for those climbing to the top of Pico, Portugal’s highest point. We will not climb the mountain, but, if the weather permits, enjoy the view over the Canal to Faial.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Madalena, Madalena, Pico, Azores
Madalena surrounded by the UNESCO World Heritage vineyards is a charming coastal town. From Madalena you get one of the best views on Faial.
Duration: 45 minutes
