Top Pico Shore Excursions

Discover the best of Pico Island on a full-day guided tour that combines breathtaking landscapes, UNESCO World Heritage vineyards, whaling history, volcanic scenery, and authentic local culture. Unlike larger group tours, this experience offers a more personal approach, allowing you to explore the island at a relaxed pace while learning about its unique traditions and history from a local guide. From spectacular viewpoints overlooking Mount Pico and the Atlantic Ocean to charming villages, museums, and iconic vineyard landscapes, this tour is designed to provide a complete introduction to one of the Azores' most remarkable islands.

Escape to the wild heart of Pico Island on this exclusive tour through its volcanic highlands and hidden lagoons. Venture into the island's untouched uplands, where crystal-clear waters, endemic vegetation, and breathtaking panoramic viewpoints reveal a completely different side of the Azores. Explore iconic locations such as Lagoa do Caiado, Lagoa do Paúl, Lagoa Seca, Lagoa da Rosada, Lagoa do Peixinho, and Lagoa do Capitão while enjoying the flexibility and comfort of an experience tailored to your pace and interests. Perfect for nature lovers, photographers, and travellers seeking authentic experiences away from the crowds, this 4 - hour journey showcases one of the most serene and spectacular environments in the Azores. Highlights Exclusive experience with a local guide Visit six spectacular volcanic lagoons in Pico's central highlands Enjoy panoramic viewpoints and untouched natural landscapes. Relax at your own pace on a 4 - hour immersive nature adventure

An exciting 2 hour climb and descent to Casa da Montanha, the starting point for those determined to conquer the tip of Pico, the highest peak in Portugal, at an impressive 1,200 meters! And the best part? You'll climb this trail along off-road trails that will leave you breathless, not only from the adventure, but also from the breathtaking views! The craters and lava fields create an otherworldly landscape, where every kilometer traveled is an invitation to see the world in a completely new way. Get ready for the most exciting climb of your life!

“Discover the wildest side of Pico Island on this exciting off-road buggy adventure. Walk volcanic terrain and land trails, leaving behind the busiest tourist paths. Before you start, a brief safety explanation will be made, followed by an experienced Guide who will guide you through carefully selected routes, ensuring excitement and stunning views. Along the way, you will have several stops to appreciate and capture the beauty of unique volcanic landscapes and panoramic views. This one-hour adventure is perfect for couples and friends looking for a dynamic activity in direct contact with nature. No prior experience is required—just bring adventure spirit and be prepared to get a little dirty.”

This experience combines some of Pico Island’s most authentic landscapes, including trails, volcanic landscapes, traditional vineyards and sea views. Participants will walk along the mountain trail, visit the Vineyard area of the Old Creation and enjoy a special lunch. When the weather allows, lunch will be served abroad as a picnic with finger food. If the weather conditions are not favorable, it will be held in a restaurant. After lunch, guests will have a wine taste, followed by a little surprise before the return and completion of the tour.

Turn your arrival into the first highlight of your Pico adventure. Enjoy a private welcome experience with a local guide, scenic viewpoints, and insider recommendations tailored to your interests. Every tour is adapted to your pickup location, weather conditions, and accommodation, creating a unique introduction to Pico Island that combines convenience, authentic local knowledge, and breathtaking landscapes. Don't just arrive in Pico — discover it from the very first moment.

If you have accepted the challenge of climbing Pico Mountain, congratulations! With us, the climb will be at your pace with a dedicated Guide. Calm down because we have all day just for you. Meeting at the "Mountain House", if you do not want "transfer included", it is time to check if we all have the proper equipment, protection, food, water and of course, the camera. Our guide will accompany you along a trail, much of it in very irregular volcanic rock, which will require some effort and care. . Reaching the summit, the effort is rewarded by breathtaking, breathtaking landscapes. First the crater, then the last stage: the Piquinho. This, with its 70 m high, will give more "fight" but inevitable to achieve the goal: 2351 m altitude, the highest point of the island of Pico, the Azores and Portugal. You will also see the 'fumaroles' that show the grandeur of the (dormant) volcano. Land Tours wishes you a good climb!

Discover the extraordinary Pico Island vineyard culture landscape, classified by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. In this small group experience, you will explore the famous black stone currals, visit the Vineyard Landscape Interpretation Center, get to know the Pico Wine Museum and discover the wine tradition that shaped the island’s history for centuries. Along the way, enjoy unique views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Peak Mountain, while a local Guide shares stories, traditions and curiosities about one of the world’s most unique cultural landscapes. An authentic experience that combines heritage, culture, nature and wine in the heart of Pico Island.

Explore six volcanic lagoons in a single tour while discovering the hidden landscapes of Pico Island's interior. Unlike traditional coastal excursions, this experience takes travelers deep into the island's highlands, revealing untouched nature, volcanic scenery and spectacular viewpoints that many visitors never get to see.