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Walking in Madeira (New Year)

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From Santana to Funchal
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Hiking & Trekking
Conquer epic trails and breathtaking landscapes
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 15
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Santana

    Santana
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel O Colmo, Santana), Hotel 3* (Hotel O Colmo, Santana (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Dinner at local restaurant featuring fresh seafood dishes such as tuna with fried maize or black scabbard with fried banana
    Landmarks
    Santana
    Itinerary Image 1
  3. Day 2

    Levada Walk - Porto da Cruz

    Levada Walk - Porto da Cruz
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel O Colmo, Santana), Hotel 3* (Hotel O Colmo, Santana (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Walk following Levada irrigation canal through agricultural and forested landscape to Boca do Risco viewpoint
    • Cliff-top walk with panoramic views and wildlife spotting

    Optional Activities

    • Dark rum tasting at sugar cane factory and rum distillery
    Landmarks
    Boca do Risco
    Porto da Cruz
  4. Day 3

    Levada Walk - Porto Moniz

    Levada Walk - Porto Moniz
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel Euro Moniz), Hotel 3* (Hotel Euro Moniz (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Walk from Boaventura through Laurel Forest and Levada dos Tornos to the coast
    • Scenic minibus journey along north coast to Porto Moniz

    Optional Activities

    • Swim or soak in Porto Moniz volcanic rock pools (weather dependent)
    • Alternative walks available if weather unfavourable: Caminho da Entrosa coastal walk or Caldeira Verde Lavada walk
    Landmarks
    Boaventura
    Laurel Forest
    Porto Moniz
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2
  5. Day 4

    Rabacal - Risco Waterfall

    Rabacal - Risco Waterfall
    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch at House of Rabacal)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel do Carmo, Funchal (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Levada do Alecrim walk from Rabacal
    • Lagoa do Vento viewing and swimming opportunity
    • Laurel Forest walk to House of Rabacal
    • Lunch at House of Rabacal
    • Levada do Risco walk to waterfall
    • Tunel dos Cavaleiros walk
    • New Year's Eve fireworks viewing from hotel rooftop terrace

    Optional Activities

    • Three-course dinner at hotel (must be arranged with tour leader at beginning of trip)
    Landmarks
    Levada do Alecrim
    Lagoa do Vento
    Ribeira da Janela
    Laurel Forest
    House of Rabacal
    Levada do Risco
    Risco Waterfall
    Tunel dos Cavaleiros
    Calheta Valley
    Funchal
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2
  6. Day 5

    Ribeira Brava - Levada Nova Valley - Funchal

    Ribeira Brava - Levada Nova Valley - Funchal
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel do Carmo, Funchal (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Levada Nova walk (10 kilometres/6.21 miles, approximately 4 hours)
    • Transfer to Ribeira Brava viewpoint
    • Levada Nova valley walk with coastal and village views

    Optional Activities

    • Refreshment stop in Ribeira Brava
    Landmarks
    Ribeira Brava
    Levada Nova
    Miradouro do Tanque
    Funchal
    Hotel Ocean Gardens
  7. Day 6

    Funchal

    Funchal
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel do Carmo, Funchal (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Optional guided orientation walk of Funchal (one hour with tour leader)

    Optional Activities

    • Self-guided exploration of Funchal old town
    • Mercado dos Lavradores (farmers market) visit
    • Madeiran embroidery workshop visit
    • Blandy's Wine Lodge tour and Madeiran wine tasting (tours depart at various times: first at 10:30, last at 16:30)
    • Botanical Gardens visit (20 minutes by bus)
    • Cable car to Monte Tropical Gardens
    • Half-day whale watching and dolphin spotting catamaran cruise
    • Tea at Reids Palace Hotel
    • Strolling through botanic gardens
    Landmarks
    Funchal old town
    Rua de Santa Maria
    Mercado dos Lavradores
    Blandy's Wine Lodge
    Botanical Gardens
    Monte Tropical Gardens
    Reids Palace Hotel
  8. Day 7

    Pico Ruivo Peak Walk

    Pico Ruivo Peak Walk
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel do Carmo, Funchal (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Hike to Pico Ruivo peak with panoramic island views
    Landmarks
    Pico Ruivo
    Pico do Areeiro
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  9. Day 8

    Departure

    Departure
    Meals
    Breakfast

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  • Angela5.0April 2025
    The balcony walk was spectacular , though not for those who suffer from vertigo . Enjoyed the coastal paths and...
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  • Alison4.5April 2025
    The stunning scenery and vegetation in Madeira - and the ability to see it from various vantage points on the 5...
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    The highlight of my trip was meeting a diverse and interesting group of people. Despite our age differences and...
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  • Derek4.7November 2025
    Madeira is unforgettably stunning. The rare Unesco laurel forest was amazing, as were the misty mountain woods and...
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  • John4.3June 2025
    The view at the top of of the Pico do Areeiro was worth the hard slog to get there.
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  • Abigail5.0July 2025
    The hike on Friday walking up to the Pico de Areeiro had to be one of the highlights. It was a hot day adding an...
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  • Lucy5.0October 2025
    Pico do Arieiro on the final day, the most satisfying hike of the week
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    What is the cancellation policy? If we need to cancel prior to 70 days before travel, do we get our deposit back as travel credit or a monetary refund on our credit card?

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      70 and more days before trip start date - loss of deposit
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      So regardless if we need to cancel, we will lose our deposit - even if it's several months ahead of time? Is there any time period when we wouldn't lose our deposit?

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