500 years of wine on Pico Island in half a day of flavors

5.00

5.0(8 reviews)

Private Tour

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Overview

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Thematic visit about the history of the Pico vineyard from its beginnings to the present day.

The vineyard from planting to the final product.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

After a short briefing, we started the tour with a visit to a vineyard in production in the area classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Observation of the "relheiras" of ox carts and a "kite roller". Guided and commented tour of the Wine Museum and we end with a tasting of five local wines at the Pico Wines wine cellar

4 hours • Admission Included

Options

Mix Volcanoes, Vineyards and Whales

Mix: Mix of vineyards, volcanoes and whaling Car + short tours Duration: 8 hours: May be higher than 8:00 without price change Lunch: When the duration of the tour justifies it Return to the island: Visit to vineyards, UNESCO heritage sites, secular cavities, wine and whale museums Mercedes Viano: Available for 6 people Pickup included

500 years of wine in one afternoon

Pickup included

What‘s Included

Wine tasting, museum tickets

Landing and facility fees

Air-conditioned vehicle

When the duration of the tour justifies it

Pickup points

Hotel Caravelas

Rua Conselheiro Terra Pinheiro 3, Madalena Portugal

Pocinho Bay

, Monte Portugal

Cancellation Policy

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

Reviews

5.00

8 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

A feast for the senses
Choinka888,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
José is an incredibly colorful, inspiring, warm, and extremely friendly person! During the day, I traveled around the entire island of Pico with him. Along the way, I visited his vineyard and charming cottage, tasted local wines, ate a delicious tuna steak, visited the Whalers' Museum and lots of viewpoints! José's knowledge of the history, viticulture, culture and people of the Azores is stunning!!! Hats off to him!!! José is a true guide with passion!!! The day I spent with him was simply a real treat for the soul!!! I will definitely return to Pico and I will definitely meet José again!!!
Genuine local expert, and warm host!
C2193LSkatiem,Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
José is the real deal when it comes to Pico wine tours. He has a depth of knowledge and genuine passion for sharing it. We did a half day tour that included 1 winery and different vineyards, lava flows, wine museum and driving around the island. It was a memorable experience that brought a warmth and local perspective to our trip. Thank you José!
A great local ambassador for Pico
swayjamd,Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a wonderful private tour that gave a an amazing local Perspective of Pico. After having done self Guided travel in Dao Miguel with a rental car it was great to be able to relax and really enjoy all there was to see of Pico. Jose is super knowledgeable and proud of his island and entertained us with stories while also telling us the history and showing us the highlights of the island. There is a lot to take in, I would suggest maybe two 4 or 5 hr tours as trying to do a full day was pretty overwhelming. Jose spoke extremely good English and was easy to understand too 😊
History and Island Tour
rociogQ3542IJ,Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Jose was a really amazing tour guide. He was very knowledgeable about the wine industry as well as the local history of the island. We booked him for a private tour on a rainy Sunday, and even though most wineries were closed he gave us a wonderful scenic tour. We really cannot wait to come back and bring the rest of the family. Highly recommend!
Wonderful afternoon
Passport19864748534,Aug 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great tour! You learn so much about the cultivation of wine and its history in Pico. The guide knows a lot of background and you feel his passion.
Amazing José!
Happiness21468965288,Jul 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I booked a wine tour with José and spent a wonderful afternoon with him, that day I was solo, so José was my private guide! He shares with passion and enthusiasm the story of Pico, the Azores, wine and we go on the field on his own vineyard I didn't see the afternoon pass, despite rainy weather that day José showed me several places and local curiosities I highly recommend Frederique
Discover41940148073,Jul 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Super boa tour! Mr. Jose is a very friendly gentleman and very cult. It offers a myriad of curious facts and leads to places that we couldn’t have gone to if we didn’t take the tour with him. We like it!
Pico island must do
alex A,Nov 7, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Absolutely excellent excursion with Jose, his knowledge in depth love of the Açores and story telling is unmatched. The visits to perhaps the best restaurant I have been to was a perfect example, the wine tasting, visit to the earthquake museum and visit of Pico mountain were memorable. I highly recommend this excursion and suggest you do the full day tour as even with that we just could not cover all that is Pico, thank you José.