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Private Full-Day Tour: Discover Madeira's West Coast with Pickup from Funchal
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Funchal
We’re a boutique establishment providing bespoke services. During this trip, you’ll gain insight into the western segment of the island, encompassing its scenery, landmarks, and some of the Island’s finest beaches.
We’re a boutique establishment providing bespoke services. During this trip, you’ll gain insight into the western segment of the island, encompassing its scenery, landmarks, and some of the Island’s finest beaches.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Madeira - You can choose between: East, West, South or North of the Island.
- Camara De Lobos - We start the tour in “Câmara de Lobos”, it is a fishing village, which is located on the west side of Funchal. The boats are housed in the small bay, creating a unique landscape on the island. The name was given by João Gonçalves Zarco, resulting…
- Madeira - You can choose between: East, West, South or North of the Island.
- Camara De Lobos - We start the tour in “Câmara de Lobos”, it is a fishing village, which is located on the west side of Funchal. The boats are housed in the small bay, creating a unique landscape on the island. The name was given by João Gonçalves Zarco, resulting from the abundance of monk seals that were in the bay. Locally, this place is well known for the traditional Poncha, a drink made with citrus, honey and rum from the region.
- Cabo Girao - The tour continues to the second highest cliff in the world and the highest in Europe (580m) – (1775ft). One of the most tourist spots on the island. Here you will have a privileged view of Câmara de Lobos and Funchal. Due to natural erosion from the sea, caves and terrain were formed along the coast.
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Ribeira Brava - It is an important town in the Region, which connects the North and the rest of the west of the island. The word Ribeira (means
river) and the word Brava (means wild). The mother church is the main attraction of the village. Built in the 16th century, it has had some changes over time. You can also see the São Bento fort and at the same time have a coffee. - Ponta Do Sol - This is considered the hottest municipality on the island and where the sun shines for the longest number of hours. It also has a beautiful beach and is a good place to eat or drink something.
- Madalena do Mar - Madalena do Mar is a small village located on the southwest coast of the island with beautiful views of the sea and cliffs.
- Calheta - Calheta is one of the most important municipalities on the island due to its size and sun exposure. It has a good beach and is known for the large production of local rum (sugar cane).
- Prazeres - Prazeres is a Portuguese parish in the municipality of Calheta, with an area of 13 km². It is well known for having the pedagogical farm, where you can see a good variety of farm animals. It is a reference place to drink tea and cider (from the apple).
- Ponta do Pargo - Ponta do Pargo belongs to the Municipality of Calheta. It has a road that connects with Porto Moniz, Satana and Funchal. It has an incredible view from the Lighthouse. It is a very touristy area. It is also possible to drink a good tea there.
- Achadas da Cruz - Achadas da Cruz, belongs to the Municipality of Porto Miniz. It has an altitude of 575 meters from the sea. It is known for having a cable car that makes it possible to access a beach in a more reserved area.
- Miradouro da Santinha - Belongs to Porto Moniz. The Miradouro of Santa, in Porto Moniz, gives us a superb view over the village of Porto Moniz and the Ilhéu Mole.
- Porto Moniz - Porto Moniz is located in northwest Madeira. The terraced slopes, lined with dry stone walls and fences, made of heather broom, protect the crops from the north winds. The main attractions are its beautiful and unique natural pools, one of the main points of interest on the island. From the natural pools to the pier you can find and try the local fish and seafood, as well as pay a visit to the aquarium, which is located in the fort of São João Batista.
- Ribeira da Janela - Ribeira da Janela is a parish belonging to the Municipality of Porto Moniz. It is known for the existing rocks contrasting with the sea.
- Seixal Natural Pool - Seixal is a picturesque village, where the vegetables and vineyards are surrounded by heather. Its coastline is incredibly surrounded by mountains. It has one of the most famous beaches on the island and has recently won a European award for having a unique landscape of vegetation contrasting with the sea.
- Sao Vicente - Located in the north between two rows of basaltic lavas, São Vicente is a charming village with picturesque narrow streets and old houses. It is in this locality that the volcanic caves are found, but it is a tour that requires more time, certainly to be done at another opportunity.
What's Included
- Free Pickup
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Free Drop Off
- Free Pickup
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Free Drop Off
What's Not Included
- Food & Drinks
- Food & Drinks
Location
Funchal
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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A_t
Sep 17, 2023
An outstanding day. - A great day out. We saw a tremendous tour of the island, which suited our interests. Picked up on time, and given choices of where to go. We couldn't have had a better day out. We even had a taste of Poncho!
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Alistair
Aug 5, 2023
Best private tour on Madeira - We went on the full day island private tour and found our driver Agostinho to be very friendly and knowledgeable about the island, took us to all the places on the island we wanted to see and some others we didn’t know about, never rushed and had a wonderful day.
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Thuvaraka_s
Aug 9, 2022
Full tour of Madeira - We had an amazing time using this company for our travels around Madeira. Super friendly and Knowledgeable about the island. Communication was excellent and quick to respond to any messages. Could not recommend this company more for tours around the island or airport transfers!!
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