Three tiers: without lunch, with lunch, or private; the tour can end early for the Pico ferry. 4.97 from 249 reviews at €100 per person.
Best for: Book the shared Lunch not included option for Capelinhos and the Caldeira: 7h at €100 per person; minimum two. 4.97 from 249 reviews. Faial comparison
Trade-off: Lunch excluded at €100 per person; minimum two.
In our comparison: #1 of 6 in Faial, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
3 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English, Portuguese.
| Option | What the operator says | From, per adult |
|---|---|---|
| Lunch not includedThe page price | Shared Tour: Explore in small groups – up to 8 people.<br/>Important: Lunch is not included, but you can join the group at the restaurant and pay for your meal directly on site.<br/>Pickup included | €100 for 2+ people |
| Lunch included | Shared Tour: Explore in small groups – up to 8 people.<br/>Tasty and authentic food: Regional buffet at a local restaurant, including dishes, drinks, dessert and coffee.<br/>Pickup included | €130 for 2+ people |
| Private Tour | Important: Exclusive experience for your group. Enjoy the day at your own pace, following your preferences and interests. <br/>Lunch not included: The Guide will recommend local options tailored to your preferences.<br/>Pickup included | €250 for 2+ people |
Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 30 September 2026.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 249 of 249
Star breakdown of all 249 ratings
Reviewers praise local knowledge, a relaxed pace and restaurant lunches; poor weather can obscure the views.
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (10 June 2024 to 28 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 7 October 2026.
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The suggested itinerary is the normal for this tour. However, there may be changes (in the duration of the places to visit and the places to visit), taking into account the season of the year and the state of the weather. In case we have to change any of the places to visit, we will show others, such as natural volcanic pools, forest parks, among others. Our goal is to provide you with the best possible experience!
1 minMonte da Guia is a volcanic cone with two semicircular craters. From this place you will have a privileged view to the beach of Porto Pim and to the city of Horta.
15 minMonument of Nossa Senhora da Conceição, from this place you can see the historic center of the city and the bay of Horta on one side and, on the other, Praia do Almoxarife. You can also see the neighboring Pico Island and the highest point in Portugal, Pico Mountain. On days without clouds, you can still see the island of São Jorge and Graciosa. Without a doubt, a place with a privileged view!
10 minOn the route to Caldeira do Faial, we will take a road with excellent views of the entire parish of Flamengos. This is the only parish on the island that does not have direct access to the sea and is surrounded by mountains and volcanoes.
5 minLocated in the center of the island, the Caldeira is the true ex-libris of Faial. It is one of the largest volcanic craters in the Azores, and which was at the origin of the island, measuring around 2000 meters in diameter, 7000 meters in perimeter and 400 meters deep. In this impressive place you will have the possibility to take a short walk, take unique photos or simply observe what the force of nature can create.
30 minVisit to one of the most beautiful beaches on the island with views of Pico, S. Jorge and Graciosa islands. This is the largest volcanic sand beach in Faial and one of the largest in the Azores. You will have free time at this location. You can choose to have a drink at a local cafe, take a walk along the beach, around the parish, or take a swim in our temperate waters. From here we will head for lunch at a local restaurant, away from the typical tourist routes so you can have a more authentic experience.
30 minCoastal site of great beauty where you can observe the contact of basalt with the sea. Here there are several caves and geological formations that will certainly please you.
10 minThese pools were formed by basalt rocks, which resulted from the solidification of incandescent lava in the sea. We will pass by the whaling village that once existed in this location but is now almost completely buried by sand and volcanic ash. In the 19th century, Porto do Comprido was one of the most important whaling stations in the Azores archipelago.
15 minA place of great volcanic beauty. The Capelinhos Volcano is one of the biggest tourist attractions in the Atlantic, particularly in the Azores. Its landscape takes us to a lunar environment. Enjoy the contrast of the grey sands with the green of the mountains and the blue of the sky and sea. In this unique place you will have free time to explore the area. You can choose to visit the Capelinhos Volcano Interpretation Centre, stroll through the sands and volcanic ash, see the Capelinhos Lighthouse with its first floor still underground, or take a walk on the Costado da Nau (the area where the island of Faial ended before the eruption).
1hDiscover the best of Faial Island on a full-day tour with a local Guide, combining stunning landscapes, stunning volcanoes and authentic culture.
Explore the most iconic spots in a comfortable vehicle while enjoying a relaxed pace.
Visit Caldeira, the huge volcanic crater, and admire panoramic views, then head to the Volcano dos Capelinhos, where the 1957 eruption remodeled the coast.
Along the way, discover viewpoints, beaches, traditional villages and secrets of the island, with stories and curiosities that give life to Faial.
With flexible time at each stop and multiple opportunities for photographs, this tour is the ideal way to enjoy Faial in a single day.
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| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #1 of 6 | €100 | 7h | 4.97 (249) | varies by option |
| Full-Day Private Tour of Faial | €125 | 7h | 5.0 (48) | private |
| Private half a day Faial, a first impression | €75 | 3h | 4.97 (32) | private |
| Faial Island: Half Day Tour | €75 | 3h | 4.92 (111) | shared |
Ranked #1 of 6 in Faial by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €69 to €125, median €88; typical length 5h 30m. 2 of 6 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 6 Faial