4 activities in Madeira Island, Portugal

Catch the Yellow Bus Hop on Off Bus Funchal and, at a height of 4 meters, discover the most beautiful places in Funchal. You can get off and on at any stop throughout the circuit in this Funchal Sightseeing Bus! Take advantage of the trip to get to know the unique views of Funchal (like the one at Pico dos Barcelos), its main monuments, its typical Portuguese cobblestone streets and the colourful flowers in its gardens. Be sure to visit the Madeira Wine Museum, where you can enjoy a glass of this famous wine.

* Please note that this tour also includes 1 guided tour to Bordal factory.



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Location
Start point:
Avenida do Mar - Funchal - PT

End point: At any of the bus stops.

Schedule
Opening dates
01/11 - 31/03, 09:00 - 17:30
01/04 - 31/10, 09:00 - 18:00

Closing dates
25/12

Duration: 85 Minutes

Guide options
Guide type: Audioguide
Group type: Shared

Requirements
Children up until 3 years old are free by presenting ID.

This is an easy half day walk amongst the valleys and mountains, along the “levada da Serra do Faial” and located near the highest village of the island, Camacha (700 mts).

The levada walk begins in Vale Paraiso and finishes in Rochão. Along the way you’ll see cultivated terraces, spectacular gardens and beautiful views over the village of Camacha. The beautiful smell of pine trees really adds to the sensory feel of this peaceful walk.

Duration
Approx. 2.5 hours

Pick-up time
For hotels in Machico: between 8:15am – 8:30am
Caniço: between 8:30am – 8:45am
Funcha: between 9am– 9:15am
A tolerance of 15 minutes should be given, from the stipulated pick up times between hotels.

Drop-off time
Back at the Hotels between 4pm and 7pm

Languages
Portuguese and English

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Location
Starting point:
Hotel pick-up or pre-arranged locations at agreed times.
Please call in order to confirm your pick-up time.

End point: Same as starting point

Guiding options
Guiding type: Guide

Join us on a relaxing walk into the heart of Madeira’s countryside – the Valley of Rabaçal.

Highlights
- A moderately easy route along the levada mini-canals let by a certified mountain guide
- Be impressed by the enchanting 25 fountains
- 11km walk through emerald green valleys

The Levada walks are trails that follow the open canal system that criss-cross the mountains dating back to the 16th century. Developed to distribute water from the wet regions of the north to the sunnier and drier regions of the south, they consequently make easy, yet no less impressive, walks through the verdant countryside of Madeira.

We travel to the Valley of Rabaçal, a spell-binding place that is one of the most popular walks in the region. Walk through sparkling emerald green valleys descending from the plateau of Paúl da Serra, passing the guesthouse of Rabaçal, continuing along to the enchanting waterfalls. Admire the 100m high Risco waterfall on our way down to the 25 fountains of Levada, after which we reach a small lake located at the bottom of a cliff which towers high above. Feel the cool mist against your face as you watch the 25 natural springs cascading into the lake before returning to the vehicles through a tunnel used to carry water to the south of the island.

End/closing time
Between 4pm and 5pm

Walking tour duration
4 hours - Moderate dificulty.

Others
Should your hotel be situated at any other area on the Island, pick up points and times are by arrangement, only.

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Location
Start point:
Pick-up at the hotel reception.
If your hotel is located in another part of the island, pick-up times and locations will only be available by advance request From Machico at 8:15am
From Caniço at 8:30am
From Funchal at 9am
There might be some delay (up to 20 minutes) due to traffic or other operational issues.
Please call 24-48 hours prior to your Tour to confirm your departure details or any special requirements.


End point: Same as the starting point

Schedule
Opening dates
Tuesday/Thursday

Guide options
Guide type: Guide

Requirements
The program and timings are subject to change depending on the weather conditions, landslide or for any other reasons that may concern the safety and comfort of the all guests.
This route / activity is moderately arduous. Good physical condition is needed.
The total walking distance is approximately 11 km.
Remember to bring the voucher and valid photo ID with you

Recommendations
Wear comfortable hiking boots.
Appropriate clothing for the weather

Funchal is a charming seaside city renowned for its picturesque harbor, gardens and Madeira wine cellars. Its moderate subtropical weather, rich Portuguese heritage, and of course, being Cristiano Ronaldo’s birthplace is the reason why it's famous among the tourists. This steep city is also known for its unconventional traditional transportation from the hillside suburbs and the lower town, in Wicker Basket Sledges that slide down the streets with no need of snow. Admire the 15th century-old Funchal Cathedral, designed in a Gothic style. Explore Praça do Colombo, a famous square set among colonial-style houses. As you stroll through the streets of Funchal, you will be fascinated by the old lanes, wide 20th-century boulevards, and the pretty squares.

You will learn about:
*Strong-willed people from Madeira;
*Volcanic origin of the island;
*Discovery age;
*1424’s first settlement;
*Why it is called “Madeira”;
*Álvaro Fernandes, the commander of Funchal;
*Christopher Columbus as one of the early settlers in Funchal;
*Why it was a stop-over for caravels traveling between India and Europe;
*Famous wine of Madeira;
*Portuguese fascist regime;
*Why it is today an autonomous region of Portugal;
*Cristiano Ronaldo.

You will see:
*Fortaleza e Palácio de São Lourenço;
*Jardim Municipal;
*Convento de Santa Clara;
*Church of St. John the Evangelist;
*Funchal Cathedral;
*Praça do Colombo;
*Farmers' Market;
*Forte de São Tiago.

Languages
English and Portuguese


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Location
Start point:
São Lourenço Palace

End point: Forte de São Tiago, Tv. do Forte 8, 9060-123 Funchal, Portugal.

Schedule
Duration: 2 Hours

Guide options
Guide type: Guide