Top Horta Sightseeing Tours

Discover Faial Island on a premium, full-day private tour with an experienced local Guide. Enjoy total flexibility, exclusive service and the freedom to explore the main highlights and secret corners of the island at your own pace—perfect for couples, families and groups.

Our original, 1974 VW Samba Bus equipped with enhanced suspension offers truly comfortable and unique 23 window panoramic rides. Carefully curated tours will take you to magnificent places with your driver telling entertaining stories and looking after your needs. It is our passion to create memories that will put a smile on your face long after you left the island.

Our full-day car tour on Faial will take us all around the island in a fun and engaging way. We will visit Caldeira do Faial, Capelinhos Volcano, Fajã da Praia do Norte, as well as a few other places. Our itinerary is always a surprise. Since the tour is private, we have the flexibility to adapt each tour to our clients’ preferences and to the weather conditions. Our Guides love to share our island’s history and culture, and their knowledge about Azores in general. If you’re interested, we are happy to stop for a swim in the ocean during the summer or for a small hike. Our car tour on Faial is an 8 hours tour with traditional lunch included.

Are you visiting Faial and want to discover the most iconic places on the island in a comfortable, exclusive way and at your own pace? This private half-day tour is the perfect choice for you! Being a fully private experience, the itinerary can be adjusted to your preferences, allowing you to create a personalized and tailored tour. Along the way, we will visit some of the most iconic points of Faial Island, where you can admire unique landscapes, know the local culture and enjoy the tranquility and authentic beauty of the Azorean nature.

Ideal for travelers interested in the Azores Islands’ cultural heritage, this private tour explores the southern coast of Pico Island in one day of sightseeing. Highlights include visiting UNESCO World Heritage vineyards, whaling culture heritage sights, and Lejas Village for a traditional lunch (included). In addition to these cultural sights, visit tide pools and a working banana plantation. Round-trip ferry rides from Faial Island included.

With Sporus, we take the time to truly enjoy the island together. Over the course of the day, we’ll explore some well-known spots and a few quieter places I love to share, depending on the weather, the mood, and what feels right at the moment. The itinerary is just a possibility; the tour is flexible and adapts to your interests and pace. There’s no rush, just good company, open roads, and a day to slow down and take it all in. The ride itself is part of the experience, offering beautiful views and time to soak in the atmosphere between stops. As your local guide, I’m passionate about the island’s nature and biodiversity, eager to share its unique stories and hidden wonders with you. The tour lasts around 7–8 hours and includes insurance, a local guide, and plenty of breaks along the way. My hope is that by the end of the day, you won’t feel like you missed a thing, only that you’ve connected with Faial in a way that’s real and memorable. Let’s rove around Faial together.

With us, every tour is truly your own. This tour has no fixed itinerary — it’s a flexible, fully customizable experience built around you. Whether you’re drawn to Faial’s iconic sights or quiet, hidden corners, we’ll shape the day to your interests, pace, and the island’s rhythm. I will offer suggestions and insider spots — but there’s no script. Want to linger longer at a viewpoint, stop for a swim, or take a coastal walk? We’ll make it happen. The route adapts to whatever feels right in the moment. This is a tour for those who don’t want to be rushed — just good company, open roads, and freedom to explore. Count with flexible breaks, visits to iconic landmarks and hidden gems, and stops at interpretation centers. You can even enjoy outdoor-brewed coffee and an optional outdoor lunch with local produce tailored to your preferences. By the end of the day, maybe you won’t feel like a visitor — but like you’ve truly connected with the island. Let’s Rove Around Faial Together!