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Pico Island Route

4.8 · 111 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 95% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Azores Operated by Terralta Nature Tours Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
8h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
Portuguese, English, Spanish
Start & pickup
10:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

A full day across Pico by jeep with a certified guide, from the Captain's lagoon to the lake trails, with a regional lunch, the House of Volcanoes entry, insurance and a tour photo included.

Pickup and gratuities are not. 4.78 from 111 reviews at €120 per person for 8h.

Best for: Start with the shared Pico Island Route: vineyards, lunch and House of Volcanoes entry, 8h at €120 per person; minimum two, no pickup. Pico comparison

Trade-off: Minimum two; pickup and drop off excluded.

In our comparison: #9 of 10 in Pico, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

Editorial check: September 15, 2026How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €120 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Photo of the tour
  • Insurances
  • Entrance to a tourist Attraction - House of Volcanoes.
  • Regional Lunch
  • Certificate Guide
  • Pick up/Drop Off
  • Gratuities

Children from €100 (ages 3 to 12). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 26 September 2026.

Reviews

4.8
111 ratings
Tripadvisor 73 · Viator 38

95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 106 of 111

Star breakdown of all 111 ratings

5 stars
97 · 87%
4 stars
9 · 8%
3 stars
2 · 2%
2 stars
1 · 1%
1 star
2 · 2%

What reviewers say

Reviewers value the local knowledge, varied stops and regional lunch; vehicle comfort is a recurring drawback

Praised

  • Guides explain Pico's history, plants, geology and winemaking in detail
  • Local lunches with regional dishes and wine are a frequent highlight
  • Varied stops at vineyards, lava caves and quieter scenic spots
  • Routes adapted to the weather and travellers' interests
  • Small groups make the tour feel personal and sociable

Complaints

  • Cramped or uncomfortable older vehicles, sometimes without air conditioning
  • Some wanted a chance to swim at the natural pools

Written by Guidekin from the 83 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (10 June 2019 to 11 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 7 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
We are parked in front of the exit door of the João Quaresma terminal at the Madalena do Pico. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
10:00, daily except Sun; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Terralta Nature Tours; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Accessibility

  • Strollers OK
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Min. 2 to book not for solo travellers
  • Food included Regional Lunch
  • Children from €100 ages 3 to 12

The booking form will also ask for: dates of birth

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Pico

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #9 of 10€1208h4.78 (111)shared
Mount Pico Night Climb – Reach the Summit for a Magical Sunrise€9510h4.99 (137)shared
Mount Pico Guided Climb – Summit Portugal’s Highest Peak€757h4.95 (218)shared
Climbing Mount Pico a challenging adventure€1108h4.98 (43)shared

Ranked #9 of 10 in Pico by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €63 to €180, median €92; typical length 7h. 1 of 10 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 10 Pico

From €120 per adult