Private full day visit to Pico, a first impression
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
- Private transportation
- Lot's of stories on the past and present of Pico and Faial
- Liability insurance
- Personal accident insurance
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Meeting and Pickup
Pick up and drop off at a place of your choice in Faial. Exact time of pick up depends on ferry schedule.
Praça Infante Dom Henrique
9900-016 Horta, Portugal
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Faial Island (pass by)
The Marina of Horta (pass by)
Paisagem Protegida do Lajido da Criacao Velha
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Porto do Calhau
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Farol de São Mateus / Farol da Ponta de São Mateus
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lajes do Pico
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lagoa do Capitao
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Reserva Florestal de Recreio da Prainha
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Sao Roque do Pico
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Cais do Mourato
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Madalena
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
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
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Private full day visit to Pico, a first impression?
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Activity code: C-326956P9
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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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.
Feb 2023- Lunch. Rich lunch picnic with drinks.
- Snacks.
- Bottled water.
- Private transportation.
- Lot's of stories on the past and present of Pico and Faial.
- Liability insurance.
- Personal accident insurance.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 13. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private full day visit to Pico, a first impression is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private full day visit to Pico, a first impression will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- LunchRich lunch picnic with drinks
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Lot's of stories on the past and present of Pico and Faial
- Liability insurance
- Personal accident insurance
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
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
