The 10 Best Tours in Faial Island, Azores

Destino Fatima. Visit Cova de Iria, where the sanctuary's place of prayers and monuments are located. Visit the Chapel of the Apparitions, considered the heart of the Sanctuary, built in 1919, in the exact location where the Apparitions took place. In addition to the Chapel of Apparitions you will also visit the complete Sanctuary. Time to pray. Time to buy religious items. Classified in 1983 as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the Monastery of Batalha is one of the most imposing Gothic monuments in the entire Iberian Peninsula. Enjoy the fantastic panoramic view over the beach of Nazare from Sitio, the highest point of the village. Nazare is a traditional fisherman's village, a summer destination and a big waves surfers paradise. Conclude your tour in Obidos. This fortified village is one of the ex-libris of Portuguese heritage. Obidos will be a surprise for you, since it is a medieval village surrounded by the walls of its Castle.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Driver/Guide, Pickup and drop-off at Hotels and Accommodations in Lisbon, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Bottled water, Personal accompaniment during the whole day

Exclusions: Lunch, Entrance tickets to monuments, Any additional expenses not covered and agreed in advance

Caldeira is a crater of a 410,000-year-old sleeping volcano that lies in the central part of Faial Island, has a diameter of 2000 meters and a depth of 400 meters. Get ready to see the fantastic landscapes of the crater's interior, as well as all the parishes around the island along this trail at over 1000 meters.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes

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Stroll through the main points of historical and cultural interest such as the Caldeira and the Capelinhos Volcano. We will transport you on an adventure trip to volcanoes and belvederes of great beauty where you can enjoy, photograph and walk. From our part you can count on a high level of professionalism, good disposition and dedication so that you enjoy a unique experience.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Climb to Capelinhos Volcano Lighthouse (Optional)

Exclusions: Snacks, Alcoholic Beverages

The Banana Trip is a full day cultural tour in Pico island. Usually, we focus on the South coast of Pico island. We will learn about the wine culture and the UNESCO World Heritage vineyards landscape. And we will better understand the importance of the Azores Whaling culture, by visiting a few heritage sites, like the Whaling Museum. A traditional lunch is included at Lajes village. In between, we will appreciate several natural tide pools and visit the interior of the island, Pico Central Plateau. We call it Banana Trip, because the final goal is to visit our own banana plantation. To check and see if there’s a ripe bunch of bananas, ready to harvest. The Banana Trip is a private cultural tour in Pico island that offers an exclusive experience. The price includes all expenses from Faial island and back.

Inclusions: Lunch, Private transportation, Ferry tickets, Certified local guide

Exclusions: Snacks, Bottled water

We provide private hiking tours to descend into the bottom of Caldeira do Faial. This is a very special activity, limited to 3 groups per day by Faial Natural Park. Can only be done with a permit and a certified guide.

Inclusions: Hiking Poles, Faial Natural Park Fee, Private transportation

Exclusions: Please bring snacks and water and sandwich for lunch

Run trough the 10 volcanos Trail with a local certified guide, who is also an experienced trail runner, an opportunity to experiment many different types of terrain, learn about the island and about running techniques on the trail.

Inclusions: Private transportation

Exclusions: Pease bring your own snacks and water

We provide a private Pico Climb experience for travellers staying at Faial island. Our local guides are extremely knowledgeable and will make sure to ascent in an easy pace, in order for a comfortable and exciting mountaineering activity.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Ferry tickets, Pico Mountain Natural Park fee

Exclusions: Bring your own snacks, water, and sandwiches for lunch

This trail covers many different volcanic landscape. It's an opportunity to learn about volcanology, biology and history of the Azores. Our guides are extremely professional and passionate about their home.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Hiking Poles

Exclusions: Please Bring ate least 1.5 L of water; snacks; and sandwich for lunch

Naturalist - Science & Tourism combines nature and cultural tours with research data collection. Working on Land and Marine environments for more than 10 years, we offer Nature Tourism guided by Field Researchers. Join our Biologist on a tour through Faial secrets with two major stopping locations: Central Caldeira and the Capelinhos Volcano. ​From volcanoes to endemic forests, breathtaking lookouts and landscapes, enjoy short walks or adapt to fit your interests in direct contact with the real Nature and Culture of the Azores.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Snacks

Stroll through the main points of historical and cultural interest such as the Caldeira, Capelinhos Volcano. bathing areas. We will transport you on an adventure trip to volcanoes and belvederes of great beauty where you can enjoy, photograph and walk. Depending on the group's motivation, we are willing to alternate and include new locations along the way. From our part you can count on a high level of professionalism, good disposition and dedication so that you enjoy a unique experience.

Inclusions: Typical lunch where you can taste the local products., Entrance to the "O Morro", Climb to Capelinhos Volcano Lighthouse (Optional)

Exclusions: Breakfast