Faial Island: Full Day Tour – Nature and Local Culture
Overview
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Discover the best of Faial Island on a full-day tour with a local Guide, combining stunning landscapes, stunning volcanoes and authentic culture.
Explore the most iconic spots in a comfortable vehicle while enjoying a relaxed pace.
Visit Caldeira, the huge volcanic crater, and admire panoramic views, then head to the Volcano dos Capelinhos, where the 1957 eruption remodeled the coast.
Along the way, discover viewpoints, beaches, traditional villages and secrets of the island, with stories and curiosities that give life to Faial.
With flexible time at each stop and multiple opportunities for photographs, this tour is the ideal way to enjoy Faial in a single day.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please share your WhatsApp number to facilitate communication.
The tours usually end at 16:30, but we are flexible with the schedule. A good solution for travelers who wish to return to Pico at the end of the tour.
In the summer, there is the possibility of taking a dive at Almoxarife Beach! Don't forget to bring bathing suit and a towel. There's a place to swap on the beach. There is only one rule: you have to be dry before you go back to the cart.
For reservations without lunch included, the tour includes a stop at a local restaurant for about 1 hour. Lunch is optional. Those who choose not to have lunch should wait during this period. If the whole group prefers not to stop for lunch, the tour will continue and can end about 1 hour earlier.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Faial Island
The suggested itinerary is the normal for this tour. However, there may be changes (in the duration of the places to visit and the places to visit), taking into account the season of the year and the state of the weather. In case we have to change any of the places to visit, we will show others, such as natural volcanic pools, forest parks, among others. Our goal is to provide you with the best possible experience!
Monte Da Guia Walking Trail
Monte da Guia is a volcanic cone with two semicircular craters. From this place you will have a privileged view to the beach of Porto Pim and to the city of Horta.
What‘s Included
Professional, experienced and native Guide of Faial.
3 options. 1st lunch not included; 2nd lunch included; 3rd private tour.
Mineral water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Round-trip transportation to the hotel
Bilingual guide (Portuguese and English)
Anything that is not specified.
Pickup points
Azoris Faial Garden - Resort Hotel
Rua Consul Dabney, Horta Portugal
Horta Airport
Horta Portugal
Residencial Sao Francisco
Rua Conselheiro Medeiros 13, Horta Portugal
Apartamentos Principe Apart Center
Estrada Principe Alberto do Monaco Horta Portugal
Pousada Forte da Horta
Rua Vasco da Gama, Horta Portugal
Hotel Do Canal
Largo Doutor Manuel De Arriaga, Horta Portugal
Hotel Horta
Rua Marcelino de Lima 9900 122, Horta Portugal
Garden's Nest - North Villa
Rua Consul Dabney Horta Portugal
Options
Private Tour
Important: Exclusive experience for your group. Enjoy the day at your own pace, following your preferences and interests.
Lunch not included: The Guide will recommend local options tailored to your preferences.
Pickup included
Lunch not included
Shared Tour: Explore in small groups – up to 8 people.
Important: Lunch is not included, but you can join the group at the restaurant and pay for your meal directly on site.
Pickup included
Lunch included
Shared Tour: Explore in small groups – up to 8 people.
Tasty and authentic food: Regional buffet at a local restaurant, including dishes, drinks, dessert and coffee.
Pickup included
Reviews
213 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
I Love Faial
Stefan K,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We were absolutely thrilled with this tour. Informative and full of background information, we saw so much and learned so much about this beautiful island in just one day. The guide was incredibly friendly and clearly loves his island – you could tell with every word he spoke. Thank you so much, and we highly recommend this tour to everyone.
Great day with Ramiro!
Marnie P,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Everyone should book with Ramiro! He’s not only knowledgeable about the island but has a great sense of humor.
Faial Island
824cristinamariab,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The visit to the island of Faial made in the company of Ramiro proved fantastic. The historical knowledge, cultural and small curiosities that Ramiro transmitted, allowed to have a fantastic day. Thank you Ramiro
Rainy, but fun day in Horta.
Jo B,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Ramiro was an excellent guide. He planned our journey around the island the best he could to avoid the rain.
Wonderful guide
nycdoyle,,Feb 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour!! Trilhos is a great guide - very nice, very personable. When I return to Faial, I would definitely do another tour with Trlihos!
Customized off season tour
KandEXploring,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ramiro Paz was extremely knowledgeable of all historical, environmental and cultural on Faial and other Azores Ishls. I opted to skip some of Horta local spots that I had already hiked. Ramiro was able show me locales where my great grand parents came from 165 years ago. The recent volcanic area of Capelinhos was fascinating. The museum is also a treasure. The weather was, as I expected for, off season and some views not attained but still the tour was very enjoyable. Thank you Ramiro. I shall return for future visits.
A Day in Faial
eileenlD2800YF,,Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful day seeing the sights of Faial with Ramiro Paz. It’s a beautiful place and he knows every nook and cranny of it. His love of the island is obvious and by the end of this tour, you will love it too. He is kind, personable and knowledgeable, everything you want in a tour guide. We took a lot of tours in the. Azores and this was one of the best.
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Leanne M,,Sep 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Ramiro was a fantastic guide. He’s very knowledgeable, communicated well prior to the tour day, and made the experience very fun. Would highly recommend a day with him to see Faial and learn everything you need to know!
Great, especially if you're only short on Fajal
Andrea R,,Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Ramiro made the tour very personal. He showed us ‘his’ island from different sides. One sprayed his love for the Azores, Fajal and nature. We also had people with us who do not understand English and so he always left time to translate what was said. At the typical lunch, the group also had time to get to know each other. We were lucky and the constellation was a great fit. Ramiro has a great knowledge, and also incorporates personal anecdotes. Since we stayed on Fajal only for 2 nights, this trip was perfect for us to see most of the island in the short time.
Exciting experience
EgidioGiuseppeV,,Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Hi Ramiro, although a few months late we remember you with great pleasure. We greatly enjoyed the guided tour in your company on Faial Island. You have illustrated very well the characteristics of the island with synthesis skills and with your enthusiasm and we are very happy to have shared these emotions with you also thanks to your professionalism. We will report all this to our friends interested in the Azores Islands and hope to see you again in our next trip, thank you again and wish you and your family luck. Egidio Giuseppe Vailati / Mirella Fratin
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