Madeira Valley of the Nuns Tour: Scenic Journey to Eira do Serrado and Traditional Madeiran Village

Embark on a scenic journey to Eira do Serrado and the traditional Madeiran village of Nuns Valley. Enjoy breathtaking views, explore the countryside, and indulge in local delicacies.

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Eira do Serrado - The Eira do Serrado viewpoint offers fantastic views of parish of Curral das Freiras (Nuns Valley) lies, and the majestic mountains of the central massif that surround it.
What's Included
  • Professional guide
  • All taxes, fees, and handling charges included
  • Complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off (select hotels)
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Journey to Eira do Serrado, home to one of the most unique and stunning vistas, establishing itself as a highly valued ‘green’ area in Madeira.
The trip to the Nuns Valley (Curral da Freiras) village will take about 20 minutes, during which visitors will bask in the rural scenery, forest undergrowth intertwined with areas inhabited by charming…

Location
Lido Tours - Madeira Tours and Walks
Estrada Monumental
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Sue_c
Jan 4, 2025
Fab tour - This was a pleasant afternoon tour - very interesting and capable guide who explained lots of things we would never have known. I would thoroughly recommend the tour as excellent value
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Jacqueline_d
Dec 30, 2024
A fun adventure - We enjoyed the whole experience:) A fun afternoon activity, the driver/guide was knowledgeable and friendly. The van is spacious and comfortable. The views were spectacular! I recommend this tour.
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Eml
Dec 7, 2024
Interesting trip - Very enjoyable trip to see a little bit of the Madeirian interior. Knowledgeable guide. Short distance from Funchal
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Nomad281392
Dec 5, 2024
Great views with breathtaking scenery. - The views were amazing and the driver /guide was lovely,it was a great half day trip with.So glad I chose to do this and would highly recommend it
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Candice_m
Nov 27, 2024
Fabulous trip - Great trip. Hotel pick up, clean vehicle. Our guide was very helpful, knowledgeable and a great driver on the twisty mountain roads. Nice stops, just about the right time. Beware there are quite a few steps at Nuns valley to see the church and the museum (which was closed). Nice cafe if you just want to sit and admire the stunning scenery.
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Annikay2015
Nov 21, 2024
Magic Half Day Tour - The view was magical and the guide incredibly knowledgeable. A tour that combines mountain village and a visit to a nice little fishing community.
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Farhat_a
Oct 30, 2024
*corral* of the nuns - so turns out "valley" of the nuns is incorrect - it's corral because the nuns went to where the animals were kept. the stops were long enough, we got about 40-50 minutes to wander around each time. Ricardo had a very calm voice and he's multilingual! thank you for the drive, it was very impressive :)
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Christine_b
Dec 16, 2024
Spectacular - Lovely trip really enjoyed. Speakers on bus should be turned up as couldn't hear everything as sat at back.
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Singhasam
Nov 15, 2024
Spectacular views - MY stomach was doing handstands as I leaned on the railings and looked down nearly 2,000ft to the village in the valley below. Houses were no bigger than a matchhead and the little wriggling line I could see was actually a mountain road. The half day tour to the Valley of the Nuns was not short of truly spectacular scenery and well worth the time but you have to be a bit organised. When you arrive below this viewpoint you are told how long you've got to reach and enjoy it. You don't have to be a triathlete but you do have to be walking fit since there are several hundred metres of steps to climb to get to the platform at the top from which mountain scenery is displayed all around you. Do the viewpoint first before exploring souvenir shops and other points of interest near the parking area. If you don't then you risk running out of time to reach the viewpoint before the minibus leaves to move on. The Valley of the Nuns gets its name from the nun who led the people of Funchal up to safety on her father's mountain land when pirates attacked the city below in the 16th century. We thoroughly enjoyed the trip and got some stunning photos while that vertical drop all the way down to the village far below will live with me for a long time.
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U7393onannal
Dec 30, 2024
Except for the valley, this excursion is hardly worth it. - Roberto is a guide who talks little and when he speaks, he speaks very softly. Top: - the valley is beautiful! From a very high vantage point, you can see all the way into the valley. - Roberto is a very good driver. Tip: - at the "Christmas crib" village we didn't need that much time. Walking through the village was nice, but too much time was considered a break. - fishing village was beautiful, but again: too much time for a break. - tell more about Madeira along the way. Not just what has to do with the excursion. General facts and anecdotes always do well with tourists.
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