Pico Wine Route Tour – UNESCO Vineyard Landscape Experience

Discover the extraordinary Pico Island vineyard culture landscape, classified by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. In this small group experience, you will explore the famous black stone currals, visit the Vineyard Landscape Interpretation Center, get to know the Pico Wine Museum and discover the wine tradition that shaped the island’s history for centuries. Along the way, enjoy unique views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Peak Mountain, while a local Guide shares stories, traditions and curiosities about one of the world’s most unique cultural landscapes. An authentic experience that combines heritage, culture, nature and wine in the heart of Pico Island.

1. 1

   Paisagem Protegida do Lajido da Criacao Velha

   45 min

   Explore the stunning wine landscape listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover the traditional black stone currals built to protect the vineyards from Atlantic winds and learn the history of centuries of human adaptation to a unique volcanic environment.

2. 2

   Stop 2

   45 min

   Visit the main interpretative center of the Pico wine tradition. Learn about the history of wine production on the island, the traditional methods of cultivation and the equipment used over the centuries.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   30 min

   Meet one of the island’s leading wine producers and discover the modern process of vinification. Possibility of tasting local wines (subject to availability and applicable costs).

4. 4

   Centro de Interpretacao da Paisagem da Cultura da Vinha da Ilha do Pico

   40 min

   Discover the history of the Pico Island Vineyard Culture Landscape, classified by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Through interactive exhibitions and multimedia content, learn about the evolution of viticulture, the formation of stone currals and the cultural importance of this unique landscape.

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Not recommended for people with reduced mobility.

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