AZORES
Where the Old World meets you halfway
(The best kept secret of the Atlantic Ocean)
Tourism is increasingly becoming an opportunity for experiences and emotions.
Visiting Pico, the youngest island of the Azorean Archipelago, halfway from
the Old World to America, (only five hours from Toronto) will be an unforgettable
journey for whoever still wants to explore the old-fashioned ways
of a “modernizing” Europe.
You will be able to travel around in total safety and tranquility breathing pure
air and sleeping in profound silence. Or enjoy walking some of the many nature
paths or swimming in the middle of Winter.
You might view whales or dolphins right off our coast or explore an amazing
volcano cave.
If you are daring you can climb Mount Pico, the highest mountain in all Portugal!
You will most definitely admire this peak from ancient vineyards (now World
Patrimony of UNESCO) that produced wine long ago praised by czars of Russia.
To come to the Azores it is to capture the last rays of a disappearing Old World
and live a bit of the life our ancestors lived and left for us to learn from and enjoy.
AZORES
Where the Old World meets you halfway
(The best kept secret of the Atlantic Ocean)
Pico Emotions - 8 days from $890
Pico Emotions by Car – 8 days from $1150
Aldeia da Fonte Hotel 4 stars Nature Hotel
Aldeia da Fonte Hotel 4 stars Nature Hotel
Weekly departures from Toronto
15th February – 31st October 2013
(Not available from: 15th June up to 15th September 2012)
Price includes: airfare + 7-night hotel accommodation +
daily breakfast buffet +2 transfers Upon arrival at the hotel: Welcome drink and fruit basket
From $890 per person — price based on double
occupancy on standard room
Single Supplement $129
Weekly departures from Toronto
15th February – 31st October 2013
(Not available from: 15th June up to 15th September 2012)
Price includes: airfare+ 7-night hotel accommodation +
8-day car rental
Upon Arrival: Welcome drink and fruit basket
From $1150 per person — prices based on double
occupancy on standard room
Single Supplement $129
Itinerary Schedule
Itinerary Schedule
Friday: Toronto — Ponta Delgada
Arrival Saturday morning on Sata International
1st day: Saturday
Arrival at Pico Island on Sata Air Azores, where you
will have a 7-night stay at Aldeia da Fonte Hotel near
Lajes do Pico (the oldest village of the island). Your
transportation to the hotel will be waiting for you at
the airport. The rest of the week is free for personal
exploration and activities (see last page for sugestions).
8th day: Saturday — Pico — Ponta Delgada — Toronto
Arrival Ponta Delgada on Sata Air Azores.
Departure day by plane to Ponta Delgada with connection to Sata
International. Transfer to Pico’s airport will be arranged for you.
Note: This schedule might be changed due to weather conditions or
availability on flights.
General Conditions
Rates: Are per person, based on double occupancy for air and land packages,
departing from Toronto. Taxes, fees and fuel surcharges are additional
(approximately $300). Rates shown are current at the time of printing
and subject to change/availability, and guaranteed when paid in full. Prices
are capacity controlled and may be modified or withdrawn without prior notice.
Restriction may apply.
Includes: 7-night accommodation, with daily breakfast buffet, roundtrip
airfare from Toronto on Sata International, transfers from/to Pico airport to/
from the hotel.
Payment: We accept paypal payments and major credit cards. Full payment is
required in 2 days after the entire reservation is confirmed.
Changes: 7+ days: $300 penalty + package difference
6- days: No Changes allowed
Cancellations: 7+ days: $500 Penalty
6- days: no refund
Passport Name: Passenger’s passport name is required to hold airline space.
Failure to provide correct passport names can result in the loss of airline space,
and any penalties associated with incorrect names are not the responsibility
of Aldeia da Fonte Hotel.
Friday: Toronto — Ponta Delgada
Arrival Saturday morning on Sata International
1st day: Saturday
Arrival at Pico Island on Sata Air Azores, where you will
have a 7-night stay at Aldeia da Fonte Hotel near Lajes
do Pico (the oldest village of the island). Your rented
car will be at the airport. The rest of the week is free for
personal exploration and activities (see last page for
sugestions).
8th day: Saturday — Pico — Ponta Delgada — Toronto
Departure day by plane to Ponta Delgada with
connection to Sata International. Rental car needs to be
delivered at Pico’s airport when catching the flight.
Note: This schedule might be changed due to weather conditions or
availability on flights.
General Conditions (car rental)
Rates: Are per person, based on double occupancy for air and land packages,
departing from Toronto. Taxes, fees and fuel surcharges are additional
(approximately $300). Rates shown are current at the time of printing
and subject to change/availability, and guaranteed when paid in full. Prices
are capacity controlled and may be modified or withdrawn without prior notice.
Restriction may apply.
Includes: 7-night accommodation, daily breakfast buffet, roundtrip airfare
from Toronto on Sata International, 8 days car rental. Car rental includes
unlimited kilometers, civil responsability insurance and taxes.
Payment: We accept paypal payments and major credit cards. Full payment is
required in 2 days after the entire reservation is confirmed.
Changes: 7+ days: $300 penalty + package difference
6- days: No Changes allowed
Cancellations: 7+ days: $500 Penalty
6- days: no refund
Passport Name: Passenger’s passport name is required to hold airline space.
Failure to provide correct passport names can result in the loss of airline space,
and any penalties associated with incorrect names are not the responsibility
of Aldeia da Fonte Hotel.
AZORES
Where the Old World meets you halfway
(The best kept secret of the Atlantic Ocean)
Suggestions for your staying in Pico
While staying in Pico you will have a large variety
of activities or simply rest and enjoy the wonderful
atmosphere of Aldeia da Fonte Hotel.
Here you have some suggestions:
Aldeia da Fonte Tours
Apart from being passionately in love with the island and seeing
its beauty as if for the first time every time I go on an outing,
I am a registered tour guide.I will take you anywhere you request
to be taken to in particular.
Sonia Konvalina-Simas
Quad Bike
Come and enjoy direct contact with nature in a Quad Bike circuit
and discover the spectacular Pico Island Lagoons and the mountain’s
magnitude. On these rides you can observe a wide variety of endemic
species which are part of Caveiro natural reserve.
Jeep Tours
Where you will have moments filled with picturesque landscapes with
breathtaking views. In these tours you will meet noble cultures and
traditions of humble people who will receive you the best way possible.
Trekking and Walks
Discover the hidden beauties of Pico Island at your own pace.
Let us take you to special places, whether historic in nature
or just naturally beautiful.
Take time to enjoy, not only the local handicrafts and folklore,
but also the unique gastronomy of the region.
Donkey Rides
Enjoy the direct contact with nature and take a ride through
the most hidden places.
Once used by Pico’s people the donkey, a friendly animal used not
only as domestic beast of burden but also as a mean of transportation,
they are more rarely kept these days.
We invite you to revisit the ancient rites of the island’s people while
contributing to the maintaining of these gentle creatures, otherwise
risking extinction.
Whale Watching
From our boats, live the unique experience of closely observing
the biggest mammal on Earth.
While at sea you can be certain to spot pods of friendly dolphins,
that will play in your bow wave for hours.
We can also provide you with the opportunity of swimming with
them, enjoying this unique experience of sharing their privacy.
Whale Watching Tower at Aldeia da Fonte
In the XIX century, in Pico Island, people used to live from the soil
and the sea. The whale catch was the moment of all dangers especially
on summer. The whale watching tower, was described as a small round
white house, with only one door and one window without glass.
It was from here that men controlled the sea, and in the minimal sign
of whales they launched the rocket, and all the whalers ran to the sea.
In our days, the whale watching towers are seen as touristy centers to
watch whales, as the whaling activity ended in 1987. Our tower
is a replica of a famous one and we hope that you will spot many
dolphins and whales.
Climbing Pico
The imponent presence of the volcano confers to Pico Island its ‘soul’,
its charisma.
Its powerful charm arouses an appeal to climb it - a demanding venture,
but largely compensated by the breathtaking experiences it presents
us with.
Climbing Pico requires a certain physical aptitude. It is of utmost
imprudence to venture without a credentied guide who can ensure
your utter safety.
Bike Rental
Pico Island hold the promise of beautiful landscapes and charming
spots around every turn of the road. Possibly the most enjoyable way
of discovering them is with a rental bike and a signaled map. Through
the road that goes from Aldeia da Fonte to São João, you will arrive
to a rather original Squid and Spermwhales Museum, held by one
of the world’s biggest experts on cetaceans’ physiology.
Bird Watching
Bird watching in its natural habitat allows a particular overlook on the
behaviour of the species. In Pico Island, there is a large concentration
of tiny birds that eat fruit and insects, birds of prey like the kite, which
is the symbol of the Archipelago, as well as seabirds like “cagarras”
and “garajaus” . The reason for such bird abundances in Pico Island
is the easy nidification in the rocks shelters. As you will see there’s
a rich fauna both in the sky, land and in the sea of Pico Island.
Diving
The underwater scenery alters between basaltic rock
formations with canyons and caves and open sand flats. Each little
cave or rock can be home to a variety of large and small marine animals,
such as moray eels, octupus, lobster, spiral tube worms, sea urchins
and sea spiders.
BTT Routes
If you you love action we propose a ride off-road with a guide:
Mountain Route ­— dominated by the Mount Pico volcano.
Verdelho Route — dominated by the vineyards of Unesco
World Patrimony.
Come enjoy nature in its purest state in a BTT Bike circuit and discover
Pico Island’s magnitude and the magnificent landscapes at you feet.
For further information please contact [email protected]