Top Madeira Shore Excursions - page 5

Though small, the island of Maderia is blessed with forests, beaches, and high mountains. With this tour, see much of what the island offers in one day while leaving the planning and driving to someone else. From coastal Caniço, make your way to one of the island’s highest peaks before returning to sea level to visit farms, forests, and beachside villages. The tour also stops at a wicker weaving center and the King Christ (Cristo Rei) statue in Caniço.

Discover the stunning coastline of Madeira with a private boat trip aboard a Jeanneau Sun Odyssey36. Perfect for families and friends, this adventure offers a spacious and shady deck to relax while an experienced skipper shares local stories and insights on wildlife preservation. Enjoy courtesy drinks and light snacks as you sail, all while keeping an eye out for turtles, whales, and dolphins. This is a fantastic way to explore the sea at your leisure while enjoying a unique perspective of Madeira. - Private boat for a comfortable group experience - Learn about local wildlife and sustainability - Enjoy complimentary drinks and light snacks - Spacious deck for families and friends to relax

Start your journey with a thrilling 98% gradient cable car descent to Achadas da Cruz**. Then, explore the refreshing natural sea pools of Porto Moniz. Next, we head to Fanal Park's enchanting forest, a fairytale-like world with misty trees and occasional surprise appearances by the local cows. visit the picturesque Ribeira da Janela with its stunning sea rock, and discover Seixal's famed black sand beach. **Cable Car Ride depending on weather or maintenance

Escape crowded bus tours and experience a more luxurious way of exploring Funchal—a private tour. You don’t have to worry about an itinerary of sightseeing stops that don’t interest you, as this tour gives you the freedom to customize your itinerary. Choose the stops you visit, how long you spend in each place, and your preferred pickup time too—making it the ultimate tailor-made tour experience.

This half-day adventure introduces you to an unusual form of transport that originated in the early 19th century—wicker sledges known as the Monte Toboggans. There’s no need to go to a meeting place, as door-to-door hotel transfers are included. After meeting your guide, see local sights—such as the Church of Our Lady of the Mount. Then, enjoy a thrilling toboggan ride in Monte.

Venture beyond Funchal on a small-group Jeep tour showcasing Madeira’s most spectacular natural landscapes. Travel to Pico do Arieiro, explore the UNESCO-listed Laurisilva Forest, visit Santana’s iconic triangular houses, and admire dramatic coastal scenery at Ponta de São Lourenço. Traveling by 4WD makes it easy to reach some of the island’s most scenic and less accessible locations.

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.

Make the most of your limited time in Madeira and see the island’s top highlights on a half-day excursion. First, visit several towns including Camara de Lobos, Girão Cape, and Jardim de Serra. Then, head into the mountains for a levada hike where you can enjoy unparalleled views of the Nun’s Valley.

If you’re a mobile traveler looking to discover Madeira’s world-famous levadas then this 4-hour tour is for you. Departing from Funchal, you’ll follow a route beside a traditional 16th-century irrigation system and enjoy views of Madeira’s mountainous landscapes. Absorb panoramic vistas of Machico city and visit stalls selling seasonal fresh fruit. Hotel pickup and drop-off at your Funchal hotel are included.

Get involved with nature, history and tradition. Feeling Madeira gives you adventure and a unique experience you will never forget!

Discover the best that Funchal and its surroundings have to offer on a private shore excursion. When you get off your ship head straight to your sightseeing adventure stopping at several locations. Visit the Camara de Lobos fishing village, ride a toboggan in Monte, explore Nun’s Valley, and much more. This tour is a great way to make the most of your short time in Madeira.

Have you ever wanted to go on a tuk-tuk tour, but wanted something more personalized to your own taste? Now you can create the perfect tuk-tuk tour journey by picking the unique places you want to visit, for how long, and when. With this service, you will be able to pick from more than 25 unique places, to design your own exclusive tour ride, with one of our storytellers/guides. Whether you want to visit Monte’s Palace, Cabo Girão Viewpoint, or even of the Cathedral at Funchal, you name it and we will make it happen. Not only you will be able to get to know some of the most beautiful scenery, the best places, and the most spectacular roads, but we will also provide you with some background history of the places you choose to visit. Bare in mind that if there might be one specific place that isn’t included on our list, describe it to us, to see if it is possible to visit it. So, dream it, design it, and let us make your dream tuk-tuk tour of your dreams possible.

Venture off-road and explore the natural wonders of Madeira’s west coast from the comfort of an open-top jeep. With a private guide and vehicle for the entire day, enjoy a custom-made itinerary, stopping as often as you like along the coast. Perhaps admire the views from Pico do Areeiro, take a swim at the Porto Moniz natural pools, explore the Sao Vicente Caves, or stop at Calheta Beach.

Ideal for travelers short on time, this tour covers many of the highlights of southern Madeira in a full day of sightseeing from Funchal. Visit the beachside village of Ponta Do Sol, a banana plantation at Madalena do Mar, an ecological farm and tea house, the Ponta do Pargo lighthouse and viewpoint, and other highlights from Funchal to Ponta do Pargo on the west side of the island.

Hiking fans and nature lovers—this one’s for you. Instead of following a map, put your phone away, and enjoy the luxury of having a private guide to take you on a guided hike along the Levada do Alecrim trail. Access spectacular views over Rabaçal, look out for local wildlife, and visit picturesque lakes and waterfalls—such as Lagoa Dona Beja.

Sidestep crowded public transport and enjoy the luxury of having a private driver at your disposal for either a half- or full-day. There’s no set route or pickup time; instead, the service is fully flexible depending on your needs. So, get picked up from your preferred Funchal location, then plan a day of adventures. Potential locations include Cabo Girao cliffs, Camara de Lobos village, or the spectacular Nuns Valley.

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.

Discover more of Medeira in less time—and enjoy an entertaining way to sightsee—on this private sidecar tour of Funchal. Meet your guide at your hotel or port at a time that works best for you, and climb aboard your sidecar. You’ll zip around Funchal’s atmospheric Old Town, see its historical center, and learn more about the city’s culture and history. Finally, venture to the Garajau Marine Nature Reserve to take in beautiful coastal scenery and the famed Christ the King statue.

Customize your own sightseeing itinerary on a private 5-hour jeep tour of Madeira. Depending on your preferences, you’ll explore the east or west side of the island in a 4x4 vehicle while receiving undivided attention from a private guide. Opt to discover Pico do Areiro and the Valley of the Nuns (Curral das Freiras) in the east, or ascend to Cabo Girão, Europe’s highest sea cliff, and Câmara de Lobos, home to a colony of monk seals, during a tour of the west.

Discover some of the most spectacular beauty spots in and around Funchal—and cap off your excursion with Madeira’s famed Toboggan Run—on this private, half-day tour. Following pickup from your area hotel, head to the Miradouro Pico Dos Barcelos viewpoint, visit the tranquil fishing village of Camara de Lobos, explore Cabo Girao (one of the highest sea cliffs in the world), and finally zoom downhill using the traditional (and fun-filled) Monte Toboggan Run.

Instead of opting for an itinerary of sights that don’t interest you, this private full-day 4x4 tour allows you to customize the route. First, receive a list of potential places to visit in west Madeira; then, pick your favorite stops and enjoy the luxury of a tailor made tour. Potential options include wine tasting at Barbusano, a visit to the waterfalls at Sao Vicente, or Porto Moniz’s natural swimming pools.

The interior towns outside of coast-side Funchal are ideal for exploring traditional Madeira markets. This tour saves you the trouble of navigation and adds some excitement by traveling in an army open-top Jeep. You’ll get picked up from your hotel in Funchal or Caniço and take back roads and minor off-roads to Santo de Sarra, where the local market sells everything from ceramics to sheep and fruit and vegetables.

The Serra D'Agua valley is home to the Levada Do Norte—an important “levada” (irrigation channel) that was created to carry water from the north to the south of the island. By following this path, you can see Madeira's diverse terrain—including agriculture fields, a eucalyptus forest, and coastal views. Best of all, a guide leads the tour, which means you can focus on the outstanding views, instead of having to read a map.

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.