Azores Walking Holiday Faial and Pico – 4 nights
You will be based on Faial for your whole stay and walking round part of the wonderful crater rim before visiting the volcanic site of Capelinhos. On another day, you will take the ferry over to Pico (30 mins – not included) for a leisurely downhill walk from the slopes of Mt Pico. Walks vary from 9-10km taking 3 hours. On your free day, we suggest you explore Horta and its beaches or go out whale watching.
Itinerary
All itineraries can be tailored to suit your interests.| > Day 1 | Arrive Faial. Private transfer to accommodation Overnight Horta |
| > Day 2 | Crater walk and visit to Capelinhos Overnight Horta |
| > Day 3 | Free Day Overnight Horta |
| > Day 4 | Ferry to Pico. Volcano walk Overnight Horta |
| > Day 5 | Depart Faial |
Dates & Prices
| All prices are per person (£) based on twin sharing but we can also quote for single supplements. | ||||||||||||
Flights not included |
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| Accommodation | Jan |
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Hotel Fayal |
238 |
238 |
238 |
282 |
282 |
303 |
303 |
303 |
303 |
282 |
238 |
238 |
Price includes:
Accommodation on B&B sharing basis, airport, hotel and walk transfers, route maps and descriptions, pre-departure information booklet.
Price excludes:
Meals (other than breakfast), excursions on free days, transport to Faial, Faial/Pico ferry(£4pp), travel insurance.
Useful Information
What to take:Waterproof, water bottle, day pack, camera (and polarising filter recommended), walking boots (leather or fabric), lightweight fleece, sunglasses, sunblock, swim wear, small first aid kit, hat, binoculars.
Minimum age:
Not applicable
Duration:
4 nights
Accommodation:
Hotel do Canal
Operates:
Daily - throughout the year
Walk Info
| Crater walk | 10km – 3.5 hours | Grade 2 |
| Volcano walk | 10km – 2.5 hours | Grade 1 |
Walk Grades
Grade 1 |
Easy walking on generally flat or downhill farm lanes or paths. |
Grade 2 |
Moderate walks on mainly flat routes although some uphill stretches. Terrain will be tricky at times; narrow, rocky paths up to 1000m asl. |
Grade 3 |
Strenuous walking along often tricky terrain. Experience of hill walking necessary. |
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