Discover a 4-day gourmet wine retreat on Pico Island, featuring exclusive tastings, hands-on workshops, and island culture within Portugal’s unique volcanic vineyards. Perfect for wine lovers seeking an authentic Portuguese adventure.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 days
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels as activities involve mostly seated tastings and gentle vineyard walks.
Wildlife
History
Pico’s vineyards have earned UNESCO World Heritage status for their centuries-old stone wall enclosures protecting vines from Atlantic winds and salt spray.
Conservation
Local wineries employ sustainable practices to protect volcanic soils and maintain biodiversity critical to the region’s unique viticulture.
Oh My Cod Tours
Discover a 4-day gourmet wine retreat on Pico Island, featuring exclusive tastings, hands-on workshops, and island culture within Portugal’s unique volcanic vineyards. Perfect for wine lovers seeking an authentic Portuguese adventure.
Oh My Cod Tours is a Lisbon-based tour operator specializing in culinary and wine experiences across Lisbon and the Azores. The company curates small-group and private trips that highlight Portuguese gastronomy, artisanal producers, and volcanic wines. Offerings include Lisbon food tours through Alfama, Mouraria and Baixa; hands-on experiences with Chef Pedro centered on fish conservation traditions; multi-day culinary retreats on Pico and São Jorge; and focused wine tastings at historic Pico vineyards such as Czar Winery. Tours emphasize local producers, sustainable ingredients, and cultural context, with itineraries that combine tastings, vineyard walks, workshops and scenic exploration.
Operational details are straightforward: departures run from Lisboa and trips include guided tastings, meals, and visits to producers or wineries as specified in each itinerary. The business works with recognized local winemakers and cheesemakers to deliver authentic encounters with regional specialties like São Jorge cheese and Verdelho-based Pico wines. Safety and quality are supported by small group sizes and knowledgeable local guides familiar with island logistics and seasonal conditions. Booking information, detailed itineraries and seasonal availability are provided per trip, including low-season personalized options for quieter visits. Trip durations range from three-hour walking tours to multi-day escapes, offering curated pacing and local transport coordination when requested by groups often. Oh My Cod Tours positions itself as a specialist in Portuguese food and wine travel, connecting visitors to the stories behind ingredients and wines.
Base
Lisboa
Based in Lisboa, Portugal
Destinations
Lisbon & Azores
Tours across city and islands
Wine Focus
Pico & Verdelho
Historic Verdelho vines on Pico
Tours Offered
7 tours
Small-group and private options
Choose a Lisbon food tour or an Azores culinary retreat — check availability and book per-trip itineraries.
Book in low season for tranquility
Visiting Pico during the low season ensures a more personalized and relaxed retreat experience with fewer tourists.
Wear layers for Atlantic weather
Pico’s coastal climate can vary; packing layers helps navigate cool breezes and sun during tastings and vineyard walks.
Stay hydrated during tastings
Drinking plenty of water between wine samples keeps you refreshed and enhances your tasting experience.
Use sunscreen outdoors
The volcanic rock reflects sunlight strongly; apply sunscreen before vineyard visits to avoid sunburn.
Comfortable walking shoes
Ideal for navigating uneven volcanic vineyard terrain during tours and walks.
Light waterproof jacket
Useful for sudden coastal showers common in spring on Pico Island.
spring
Notebook and pen
Helpful for recording tasting notes and insights during workshops.
Camera or smartphone
Capture Pico’s stunning landscapes and vineyard moments throughout the retreat.