Madeira Islands, also known as the Garden of the Atlantic for its lush and green mountains, with a very rich fauna and flora. The Island provides unique conditions for outdoor sports, amazing walks through the several mountains, breathtaking sceneries not to mentioned blessed with good weather all year around.
DAY01:
Arrival day at Funchal
Arrival transfer from Funchal International Airport to the selected hotel. Overnight.
DAY02:
Madeira
Breakfast and overnight at the hotel. Leisure day or
Optional Activities:
Funchal walking city tour – guided walking tour to Madeira’s old town, visit to “Lavradores” exotic fruit & flowers market, followed by cable car ride up into the hills to visit the botanical garden and afterwards descending with the also unique toboggans.
All kind of adventures outdoor sports: Trekking; Hiking; canyoning; Bicycle or walking tour until the top of the mountains
Private half day Catamaran tour, taking the opportunity to see the sunset over the horizon
Making “Poncha” workshop – Poncha is a unique drink from Madeira island
Seeking the sunset at the best Cliff’s viewpoints / Private tour: In a classic vintage car, Jeep, buggy or private car – the main goal is to show you the top cliff viewpoints in Madeira while enjoying the sunset with the whole ocean in front of you surrounding the island with a palette of different colours. Finishing with a bottle of the top Madeira’s Wine.
Jeep Safari in the Mountains – an adventurous way to discover the green and lush mountains of Madeira island. They will go through: Paul da Serra – Ponta do Pargo – Paul do Mar – Jardim do Mar – Calheta – Ponta do Sol.
Visit to the West side of Madeira Island (Full day) – with stops at: Câmara de Lobos – Cabo Girão – Ribeira Brava – Encumeada – Porto Moniz – Seixal (Véu da Noiva viewpoint) - São Vicente
Visit to the East side of Madeira Island (Full day) – With stops at: Pico do Areeiro – Ribeiro Frio – Faial – Santana* – Ponta de São Lourenço – Machico
*Santana Houses – These blue, red and white doll houses are singularly unique from Madeira island and one of its brand images.
Visit to the Desertas Islands aboard a Catamaran - This natural reserve is a unique place to visit, with wild landscapes and complete absence of any human form of living. With luck that’s the chance to observe some wild whales, dolphins and sea-birds.
Dinner at a local and traditional Madeira Restaurant – including the typical beef skewer, fried corn and “bolo do caco” (circular Madeiran flatbread served with garlic butter). Possibility of having a show of folklore, regional dances and songs (upon request).
Visit to a Madeiran Wine Cellar followed by tasting this famous sweet wine.
Dolphin watching in a Catamaran, Nau Santa Maria or a Sailing yacht tour
Water sports: Kayaking, Scuba Diving, Snorkelling, Windsurf, Stand-up Paddle, you name it – there’s a whole ocean awaiting!
Once in a Lifetime New Year’s Eve - Aboard a catamaran on Funchal Bay, with a unique position to view one of the biggest fireworks in the world.
The Atlantic Festival – other opportunity to watch the pyro music fireworks show in Madeira island aboard a Catamaran at Funchal bay. Held every Saturday in June.
DAY03:
Departure day
Breakfast at the hotel. Check-out and transfer to Funchal International Airport.
Services included:
Private transfers Funchal International Airport / selected hotel / Funchal International Airport
Hotel accommodation (2 nights in one of the selected hotels) in Bed and Breakfast basis
Services not included:
Optional activities (prices upon request)
Local tax only in Santa Cruz
For stunning cliff views, historical heritage and ocean lovers. Adventure, Nature & good weather seekers!