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Explore beyond the bustle of Funchal—and discover scenic fishing villages and other coastal attractions—on this private tuk-tuk tour. Choose from a wide range of start times, from morning to evening, and depart directly from your hotel. You’ll head to the tranquil Camara de Lobos (a traditional fishing community), will admire the picturesque cliffside attractions of Faja dos Padres, and more.

The Balconies Levada hike in Madeira is ideal for those who want a beautiful walk without committing to hours of hiking. Join a private guide and begin your hike in Ribeiro Frio, where you can take in the views of several of the island’s mountain peaks, including Ruivo and Arieiro. This tour is suitable for most travelers with pickup points from several parts of the island.

The activity starts with an early pick up and a transfer to Achada do Teixeira. From there we start a 45 minutes walk to Pico Ruivo. In plain dark, using a headlight, we absorbe the dazzling sounds of the night at the mountains. Once at Pico Ruivo we attend the amazing sunrise ever... After the sunrise we do the same way back but this time we will have the sun as a guide and the views will be amazing. After the Hike we will show you some view points. Distance: 6km Hiking time: 2h NOTE : the pick up time change along the year, according to the sunrise hours.

On this scenic, private half-day trip, you’ll travel from Pico dos Barcelos to picturesque Nun's Valley in a comfortable, WIFI-equipped car. See where the nuns of the Monastery of Santa Clara once sought refuge from French privateers. Other highlights include postcard-perfect views from Pico dos Barcelos, a stop at popular Eira do Serrado lookout point, and a peek at the UNESCO-listed Laurisilva Forest.

On this full-day private tour, you’ll cover the highlights of western Madeira. Visit the small fishing village once favored by Winston Churchill, admire sky-high views from the top of Europe’s second-tallest sea cliff, get a first-hand peek of the island’s most famous waterfall, and explore the picturesque towns of Sao Vicente and Ribeira Brava. Travel at your own pace in a chauffeured car, with hotel or port transfers included.

Avoid the hassle of planning and discover eastern Madeira's stunning landscapes on this comprehensive full-day group excursion. Venture from Arieiro Peak all the way to the rugged tip of Ponta de São Lourenço. Make stops in the UNESCO-listed laurel forest of Ribeiro Frio, see the traditional thatched houses of Santana, and admire spectacular viewpoints overlooking dramatic cliffs and mountain valleys. End your tour in the historic town of Machico for a mix of culture, history, and sandy beaches.

There’s so much to discover in northeast Madeira—such as panoramic viewpoints, seaside villages, and baroque architecture—and with this tour, you can save hours of research time as a full itinerary is planned out for you. Visit a sugarcane factory in Porto da Cruz, the village of Ponta Delgada, Pico do Facho viewpoint, and Santa Cruz—with plenty of great photo opportunities along the way.

Funchal can sometimes feel inaccessible to foreign visitors, but exploring the city with a local guide makes all the difference. On this private walking tour, discover Funchal’s most iconic neighborhoods, landmarks, and monuments while gaining valuable insight into local life and culture. The tour focuses on exploring the exterior of key monuments and museums, allowing you to appreciate their history and architecture as you stroll through the city. Before the tour, your guide will contact you to learn about your interests and preferences, ensuring an itinerary that matches what you want to see. If you would like to include a museum visit during the tour, a customized experience can be arranged—just let us know in advance. Ideal for families, solo travelers, and couples, this walking tour offers an authentic way to understand Funchal through the eyes of a knowledgeable local guide.

The Sao Vicente Caves from Funchal are more than 30 minutes away. Avoid the hassle of renting a car and driving yourself with this northeast Portugal tour. Along with a guaranteed visit to the Sao Vicente Caves, you’ll stop by Ponta Delgada, Santana, and Ponta de São Lourenço. Funchal hotel pickup and drop-off are included for an extra convenience.

Curral das Freiras is a small village surrounded by huge mountains in the heart of the island. The cauldron on which this town sits was formed by erosion, as many believe, or by volcanic activity. After passing the church of Santo António, we stop at the 355m Pico dos Barcelos viewpoint where you'll be dazzled by a magnificent view over Funchal. We then cross the mountains to Eira do Serrado where there is a viewpoint over the Curral das Freiras valley at 1094m. We visit the famous parish of Curral das Freiras and return to Funchal.

Sample some of the local wine, you will see huge barrels in the glass-fronted modern wine lodge, Visit funchal market with all its colors and Different smells. At the end of tour head to monte to the tobbogan ride ( included in the price), enjoy the gardens and the view of Funchal City,

Discover a more local side of Madeira—and taste your way through the island's traditional drinks—on this private, half-day tasting tour. Don't worry about organizing car rental or a designated driver: Hotel pickup, drop-off, and transfers between sights are included. Look forward to sipping poncha, nikita, and other favorites, all while you learn about local culture and stop at scenic viewpoints en route from Funchal.

Visit the vantage point of Cabo Girão the fun way — by tuk-tuk — and enjoy sweeping views of the Madeira coast as you go. On a round-trip route to the island's famous cliff, the tuk-tuk tour passes banana plantations and the fishing village of Camara de Lobos. The experience is bookable for groups of up to three people.

We will bring you to Madeira capital city Funchal, so you can see the beautiful Christmas lights that every year give to Funchal very vivid colors throughout the whole city. Come with us to discover the beauty of Funchal Christmas. We will walk in the main streets of the town to have a look at the beautiful lights with more than 1 million lights spread out in the city center. Plus we will have an amazing view over the city of Funchal at night, so you can see the city as a nativity scene.

Discover the best of eastern Madeira, all in one day—and discover a wide range of natural, historical, and cultural attractions—on this private tour. Following morning pickup from your Funchal area accommodation, travel in a comfortable vehicle to the Pico do Arieiro (the island’s third-highest mountain), UNESCO-listed Laurisilva forests, and the island’s traditional A-frame houses. You can also choose to visit historical villages, scenic viewpoints, and more.

If you’ve ever been curious how bananas are grown then this is the experience for you. Visit a local banana farm in Funchal where you can taste freshly picked bananas, and hear behind-the-scenes stories of how they’re grown. To help you get there quickly—without having to pick up other passengers—this is a private tour for just your personal group, with pickup directly from your hotel.

When porting in Funchal seeing the stunning Nuns Valley is a must. We take you in a private comfortable private taxi but for a price of a large group coach tour. This tour meets you at the cruise port and guarantees to get you back to the ship on time.

Discover Madeira’s Nuns Valley in a fun way on this tuk-tuk tour. Board your private vehicle in Funchal and zip through the lush landscapes of Madeira to reach the valley. Your driver stops at the Barcelos Peak viewpoint to admire views of Funchal. Then head to Eira do Serrado, for unparalleled views of the valley and the small village below.

The most popular tour on the island of Madeira. We have created a diversified program especially for you to ensure that you have the best time of your life. We want our customers to see the spectacular beauty of Madeira Island.

On this personalized, historical-themed tour, you’ll cover some of Madeira’s most unmissable cultural sights in a half-day of sightseeing. Travel by comfortable, WIFI-equipped private vehicle between each location, with front-door pickup and drop-off. Shop for colorful produce in farm-fresh markets, see where Winston Churchill once stayed (and painted) in Camara de Lobos, and visit the ruins of the Socorridos bridge.

Explore the southern coast of Madeira, from the coast to small villages, on an exciting full-day tour beginning in Ribeira Brava. Alongside a private guide, enjoy a sightseeing route to Ponta do Sol, Calheta, a fisherman’s village, and the mountains of Prazeres. Your guide also enlightens you on Madeiran culture while you explore.

Once known as the Pearl of the Atlantic, there will always be reasons to maintain its designation. Amid belvederes, gardens and various high altitude peaks, Madeira is the ideal destination for a family holiday or a short trip for two.

This trail begins in the Machico valley in the southeast part of the island and consists of a flat course of about 6.5 km, with an easy degree of difficulty. Also known as the Vale das Mimosas, you can admire magnificent views of the Machico Valley (where Portuguese navigators landed for the first time) and the Desertas Islands. Along this trail you can observe agricultural fields, where vegetables and fruit are grown by the local population and enjoy some of the exotic flowers along the way.

It turns out that Madeira has its own version of Barcelona's Sagrada Familia, the unfinished Catholic church designed by Catalan architect Antonio Gaudi. With this private tour, you can get special insight into Maderia’s version, a small church and recreation area built by a local over a decade. After pickup, tour the site and visit the Espigão Miradouro with views over Ribeira Brava and Serra d'Água mountains.