Discover the key highlights of Faial Island on this engaging half-day tour. Explore the southern coast, visit the Capelinhos volcano, and enjoy stunning views of Horta. Perfect for short stays!
Discover the key highlights of Faial Island on this engaging half-day tour. Explore the southern coast, visit the Capelinhos volcano, and enjoy stunning views of Horta. Perfect for short stays!
- Morro de Castelo Branco - The emblematic white volcanic rock of Morro de Castelo Branco which most visitors might have spotted it just before touchdown of their flight.
- Piscinas Naturais do Varadouro - Varadouro is a small coastal resort, in the old days it used to be the summer resort of the wealthy families of Horta who spent their summer…
- Morro de Castelo Branco - The emblematic white volcanic rock of Morro de Castelo Branco which most visitors might have spotted it just before touchdown of their flight.
- Piscinas Naturais do Varadouro - Varadouro is a small coastal resort, in the old days it used to be the summer resort of the wealthy families of Horta who spent their summer holiday there. Nowadays it is a residential area with some very popular natural swimming pools.
- Capelinhos - The volcano of Capelinhos located at the western tip of Faial is a living witness of active volcanism in the Azores. It is the result of an eruption which lasted from September 1957 until October 1958, it was the latest terrestrial eruption in the Azores.
- Caldeira - The Caldeira do Cabeço Gordo is one of the main landmarks of Faial. Situated in the center of the island it is with its 2 kilometre diameter and 400 meter depth probably the most impressive crater of the Azores.
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Liability insurance
- Personal accident insurance
- Snacks
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- A lot of stories about Faial
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Liability insurance
- Personal accident insurance
- Snacks
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- A lot of stories about Faial
This brief expedition, spanning roughly 3-4 hours, acquaints you with the key attractions of the island. It’s an ideal choice for those on a fleeting visit to Faial who don’t want their experience to lack anything. The journey takes you across the southern shoreline, from Horta to the Capelinhos volcano, with several pauses along the route. The return…
This brief expedition, spanning roughly 3-4 hours, acquaints you with the key attractions of the island. It’s an ideal choice for those on a fleeting visit to Faial who don’t want their experience to lack anything. The journey takes you across the southern shoreline, from Horta to the Capelinhos volcano, with several pauses along the route. The return trip weaves through a less-traveled road, elevated above the hamlets. Depending on meteorological factors, there will be either a stop at the Caldeira or at some scenic overlooks above Horta.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.