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Guided Walking
Walking Holidays in Portugal - Azores - Pico
The Island
The majestic almost perfect volcanic coned mountain of Pico Alto at 2352 m is the highest peak in all of Portugal. It dominates the island which measures 46 km long and 15 km wide. However upon closer inspection this island inhabited by farmers fishermen and whalers will fascinate you.
The long tradition of whaling now ceased leaves a whale watching industry second to none and some fine museums dedicated to its history.
Pico has world heritage vineyards as they were created by breaking up the hard lava covering the earth to build rock walls then planting vine cuttings in small circles of fertile soil. We recommend a stay of 2 nights on Pico stay an extra night for whale watching and another day for an ascent of Pico Alto.
The Walking
You can take a walk on the slopes of Mount Pico Alto and explore the effects of the volcanic eruptions and lava flows. Walk along the coast linking Pico’s villages dotted along the coast and nestling between bright green vegetation and vineyards.
They have a unique character the houses are built of blocks of dark lava and colourful fishing boats adorn the small harbours. You can walk to the top of Pico Alto with a guide which we can arrange in advance as part of the holiday.
Local transport is rare and of little benefit to a walker, neither hotel is close to the walks. Taxis
to the start and finish of each walk can be arranged by our local representative. Most walking can be reached from a base in Faial but it is best to stay on Pico.
Island Hopping
Why not visit more than one island as each one is different and well worth a visit? We can arrange a trip taking in more than one island. If travelling for two weeks we would recommend 5 – 6 nights on São Miguel and the remaining 8 – 9 nights spread between the three other islands we feature. We can arrange all inter island journeys whether by boat or flying. Please contact us for a quotation and we will advise on the best combination according to your wishes and the available inter island transport.
Walk Grading
Guided - Mt. Pico Challenging
Self Guided - Easy & Moderate
For information about walking grades please click here
Click to View Accommodation DetailsWhale'come Ao Pico Lajes, Pico - 2 Star
This delightful harbourside hotel is located in the centre of the ‘village of the whales’, Lajes do Pico, and has wonderful views of Portugal's highest mountain and the Atlantic ocean. All rooms have a private bathroom, TV and WiFi. |
Hotel Caravelas *** Madalena, Pico - 3 Star
This 3* hotel is situated in the
town of Madalena
a five minute walk from the harbour and ferry terminal. The rooms are spacious
all with a balcony or terrace TV telephone, air conditioning and bathroom
with bath. Some have a view of Pico Alto. |
Click to View When it's Best To Go
Walking is possible all year around in the Azores. Spring is early here so April and May are good times and Autumn extends into November. Being islands in the middle of the Atlantic it does rain with the wettest months from October to March. The driest are July and August. There is only a 9°C variation (15° - 24°C) in temperature between the coldest and warmest months so it is never very cold nor are there prolonged hot days.
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Click to Find Out How To Get ThereThere is a non stop service from London to São Miguel from where you can connect by flight to the other three islands. Also Pico can be reached by flight from Lisbon on a regular basis. There are flights to Lisbon from a number of UK points.
There are flights as follows:Pico - connecting flights (one change) from Heathrow Gatwick Luton Bristol Birmingham Manchester Liverpool, Isle of Man, Newcastle, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen, Inverness, Dublin and Belfast; (two changes) from Jersey, Guernsey and Newquay
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Pico
Based on 7 nights accommodation with Half Board (except at the Caravelas). Transfer to/from Hotel and the airport. 'With flights' includes typical flight price between London Gatwick or Manchester direct to Ponta Delgado for Sao Miguel, and connection to Pico. Or from London Gatwick via Lisbon.
Please note these prices will differ from our current brochure price list and are the current correct prices.
2012
Prices are per person and in GBP / UK £.
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Dates |
7 nights half board Standard Room With Flights |
Extra night Per person |
Single supplement per night |
Own travel arrangements7 nights Half Board Standard Room |
|
01Sep – 26Sep |
744 |
39 |
12 |
359 |
|
27Sep – 30Apr |
704 |
31 |
12 |
319 |
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01May – 09Jul |
744 |
39 |
12 |
359 |
|
10 Jul – 27Aug |
804 |
47 |
12 |
419 |
|
28Aug – 01Oct |
744 |
39 |
12 |
339 |
Room supplements per person per night - Sea View £5
(B & B)
Prices per person in GB£
|
Dates |
7 nights B&B Standard Room With Flights |
Extra night Per person |
Single supplement per night |
Own travel arrangements7 nights B&B Standard Room |
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12Sep – 30Sep |
784 |
54 |
43 |
399 |
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01Oct – 31Oct |
764 |
46 |
35 |
379 |
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01Nov – 31Mar |
724 |
39 |
28 |
339 |
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01Apr – 31May |
764 |
46 |
35 |
379 |
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01Jun – 11Sep |
784 |
54 |
43 |
399 |
Room supplements per person per night None
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