Top Madeira Tours by Duration

Make the most of your time in Madeira and cover the entire island in just two days on this small-group excursion. Set out for two full-day tours to see top landmarks including Girao Cape, the Porto Moniz natural pools, the fishing village of Camara de Lobos, and the Arieiro and Ruivo summits. Experience nature, history, and tradition on this comprehensive tour.

Discover the best that the Portuguese island of Madeira has to offer on a full-day tour. Visit top locations including the Camara dos Lobos fishing village, Girao Cape, Arieiro Peak, the traditional houses of Santana, and many more. Since this is a private tour, you are able to customize the itinerary to your group’s interests and stop at any place you’d like.

Experience the west of the beautiful island of Madeira with friendly and professional tour guides. On this 8 hour tour we take you to simply fantastic and unique places in the world. This excursion is almost mandatory when you visit Madeira Island. It's really worth it.

Discover the best of Madeira in your very own tuk-tuk during this full-day excursion. Alongside your private guide, create an itinerary that suits your group's interests. Sightsee around Funchal, stop at the fishing village of Camara de Lobos, take in the sights from Cape Girao, stroll through the botanical garden, and more. While you explore, your guide regales you with information about the island and its landmarks.

Marvel at the magnificent views of Pico Areeiro Admire the splendid landscape of the Eastern part of Madeira Island. Learn about the typical Santana Houses. Discover the Madeira Rum with a free taste at the North Mills Distillery

See the highlights of Madeira in a short space of time, and avoid the crowds on public transport with this private half-day tour. The trip is a great way to learn about the culture of the island from a local, while ticking off interesting sights—such as the Madeira Botanical Garden, the Monte toboggan run, Cabo Girao viewpoint, and Baia de Camara de Lobos fishing village.

The rugged landscape of Madeira means there are lots of nature spots that can only be accessed on off-road routes. Instead of organizing your own car rental, benefit from the expertise of a local driver who knows the roads well. Enjoy a private off-road tour that’s customized to suit your requirements; swim in rock pools, hike through forests, access stunning viewpoints, or explore local food spots—the choice is yours.

Enjoy Madeira’s natural beauty and renowned wine on a half-day off-road adventure. After a convenient hotel pickup in Funchal or Caniço, travel by 4x4 to picturesque sites like the soaring cliffs of Cabo Girão and the vineyards of Sao Vicente. Learn about local wine customs and production from a local winemaker, and sample white, red, and rosé varieties.

You can make the most of your time with this tour that takes you to explore both the western and northwestern regions of Madeira in one day. Hop into your 4-wheel-drive Jeep with hotel pickup and start exploring the landscape. Discover mountains, cliffs, valleys, waterfalls, lush forests, and natural lava pools in areas inaccessible by regular vehicles. This small-group tour provides privacy, comfort, and personalized attention from your guide.

Embark on a guided adventure of the west side of Madeira that helps you uncover beautiful scenery, places that locals love, and lots of surprises along the way too. Exploring the island with a guide helps you access off the beaten path locations that you might not find alone. It also means you don’t have to worry about navigating or hiring a vehicle. Highlights along the way include Cabo Girao viewpoint, Ribeira Brava Beach, and Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools.

There are lots of great food tours to choose from in Madeira, but not all of them are offered alongside your guide’s full attention. This private tour gives you just that—with a foodie guide to show you how to eat like a local at a pace that suits you. From coffee shops to bakeries to authentic tasca taverns and more, there’s plenty to enjoy, and all with one simple booking.

With this private 4WD tour, you can discover dispersed island attractions, without the hassle of renting your own car. Instead, let your own personal driver take you around and show you the island’s secrets—with stops at waterfalls, volcanic swimming pools, panoramic viewpoints, a black sandy beach, and traditional villages too.

Start your day above the clouds with a magical Pico do Arieiro sunrise tour. After an early hotel pickup, head to the viewpoint of one of Madeira’s highest points for panoramic views at dawn. For a more complete morning experience, upgrade to the premium option to enjoy a traditional breakfast in the open air before a short levada walk through Paradise Valley (when conditions allow). Note: this is not the PR1 Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo hike; if conditions are not favorable, an alternative sunrise viewpoint is used.

See the extraordinary views from the summit of Pico Ruivo on this small-group sunrise hike. The PR1 hike from Pico do Arieiro takes you to the highest peak in Madeira, offering panoramic scenes of the island below. Set off long before the crowds arrive and climb the mountainous region to reach the top, often above the clouds, as the sun rises.

Pico do Arieiro is the third-highest peak in Madeira, and offers spectacular views—especially at sunset. Enjoy an easier way to visit, and give yourself the best chance of admiring the postcard-worthy sunset, on this half-day tour. With round-trip transit from several areas, including Funchal, getting there is made simple. As a bonus, you can choose to extend the experience with a self-led hike to the Stairway to Heaven viewpoint.

Hop aboard the “Santa Maria de Colombo,” a copy of Christopher Columbus’ signature boat, for a sail around Madeira’s southern coast. A trip that’s sure to appeal to adults and kids alike, the experience puts a historic spin on a classic boat tour, and includes the chance to see dolphins and whales, too.

Island Explorer Madeira 4x4 aims to make Madeira Island known by sharing cultural curiosities with fun. The objective is to offer a playful adventure, through tours through the most emblematic points of our island, also including off roading that only an all-terrain vehicle can provide. The maximum capacity of the tour is 6 people. Travel time already included in the total duration.

Madeira Island’s western shores are home to natural sea pools, traditional fishing villages, and more, but reaching the top sites requires local knowledge. On this group tour, travel from your hotel (select areas) via air-conditioned minibus and reach the sites with ease. Hit sites of interest, including Camara de Lobos, Porto Moniz natural pools, and the Ribeira Brava. The tour is available in English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish.

Check out some of Madeira’s top sights in one of the most fun ways around, on a custom-built trike. This private tour takes you to Pico do Arieiro, a fishing village, eucalyptus and pine forests, wine tasting, and several viewpoints. Helmets and jackets are provided for a safe and enjoyable excursion in Funchal.

Venture off the beaten path and see a side of Funchal that’s inaccessible to traditional tour vehicles on an excursion by 4WD vehicle. As well as receiving personalized attention in a small group, adventure through mountains, waterfalls, fishing villages, natural pools, and volcanic landscapes. This tour reaches scenic corners of Madeira that showcase the island’s dramatic natural diversity.

Discover the eastern landscapes of Madeira with ease on an 8-hour tour from Funchal, ideal for lovers of natural landscapes. Ascend to Pico de Arieiro, Madeira’s third-highest peak, and admire the famous Laurissilva Forest, which dates back to prehistoric times. Plus, you’ll enjoy lunch in the colorful town of Santana, visit Machico, and admire panoramic views from Ponta de São Lourenço. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Funchal are included.

The West Coast of Madeira is full of spectacular lookouts, traditional fishing villages, and natural wonders, but it can be hard to get around without your own transport. Maximize your time on this full-day tour from Funchal and take in highlights including Cabo Girão, Ribeira da Janela, Laurissilva forest, and the Porto Moniz natural pools. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Madeira is famous for its beautiful landscapes and walks. Embark on the island's most challenging hike on this full-day tour, from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo, the island's highest peak. This challenging hike is not for the faint of heart and winds through rock formations and lush forests alongside an experienced guide.