The Azores: Cycling on Faial and Pico Islands by E-bike

Duration
8 days
Guided Status
Self-Guided
Difficulty
Easy/moderate
D-Score™
D2 - Intermediate

Overview

An eight day, self-guided Azorean adventure, cycling on Faial and Pico Islands, with some whale watching thrown into the already magical mix, depending on the season. This is also an e-bike cycling holiday, following trails to the UNESCO Pico vineyards, Caldeira do Faial and some perfectly-located lighthouses. Along the way, you get to enjoy some superb seafood and wine, swim in naturally-heated thermal pools, and cycle through Capelo and Quinta das Rosas Forestry Reserves. Stay in a mix of mostly small, locally-owned hotels and guesthouses, with some luggage transfers. The rental of e-bikes is included in the price of the tour.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Arrival

Arrival

Day 2: Capelinhos volcano loop cycle

43 km 987 m

D1

Capelinhos volcano loop cycle

Day 3: Cedros - Horta - Madalena

38 km 870 m

D1

Cedros - Horta - Madalena

Day 4: Madalena - Prainha

35 km 380 m

D1

Madalena - Prainha

Day 5: Prainha - Lajes do Pico

50 km 1165 m

D1

Prainha - Lajes do Pico

Day 6: Whale watching or volcano tour

Whale watching or volcano tour

Day 7: Lajes do Pico - Madalena - Horta - Cedros

38 km 400 m

D1

Lajes do Pico - Madalena - Horta - Cedros

Day 8: Departure

Departure

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Airport transfers
Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental
Mechanical support

About the Azores

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