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São Miguel & Madeira: Island Hopping in the Atlantic Ocean

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From Ponta Delgada to Funchal
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Road Trip & Self-Drive
Hit the open road and travel at your own pace
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Independent exploration, backed by expert advice and support
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in German
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Ponta Delgada

    Ponta Delgada

    Optional Activities

    • Self-guided drive through São Miguel's countryside and hills
    • Visit north coast viewpoints and beaches
    Landmarks
    São Miguel
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  3. Day 2

    São Miguel

    São Miguel

    Included Activities

    • Hiking around Lagoa do Canário
    • Hiking around twin lakes of Sete Cidades
    • Visit Miradouro da Ponta do Escalvado viewpoint
    • Visit Piscinas Naturais Caneiros natural pools

    Optional Activities

    • Swimming in natural pools at Piscinas Naturais Caneiros
    Landmarks
    Lagoa do Canário
    Sete Cidades
    Miradouro da Ponta do Escalvado
    Mosteiros
    Piscinas Naturais Caneiros
  4. Day 3

    São Miguel to Nordeste

    São Miguel to Nordeste

    Included Activities

    • Visit Ribeira dos Caldeirões Nature Park with waterfall hikes

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Chá Gorreana tea factory and tea tasting (payable on site)
    • Stop at Miradouro da Ponta do Sossego viewpoint
    • Stop at Miradouro da Ponta da Madrugada viewpoint
    Landmarks
    Chá Gorreana
    Ribeira dos Caldeirões Nature Park
    Miradouro da Ponta do Sossego
    Miradouro da Ponta da Madrugada
    Nordeste
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  5. Day 4

    São Miguel

    São Miguel

    Included Activities

    • Visit Terra Nostra Park and thermal baths
    • Explore Lagoa das Furnas hiking trails

    Optional Activities

    • View geothermal caldeiras and steam vents in Vale das Furnas
    • Dining at local restaurants with Atlantic views
    Landmarks
    Vale das Furnas
    Terra Nostra Park
    Lagoa das Furnas
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  6. Day 5

    São Miguel to Madeira

    São Miguel to Madeira

    Included Activities

    • Visit Mercado dos Lavradores marketplace

    Optional Activities

    • Cable car ride to Monte Palace Tropical Garden (payable on site)
    • Traditional wicker sledge ride with carreiros from Nossa Senhora church (payable on site)
    • Explore Funchal old town alleyways
    Landmarks
    Funchal
    Mercado dos Lavradores
    Monte Palace Tropical Garden
    Nossa Senhora Church
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  7. Day 6

    Madeira

    Madeira

    Included Activities

    • Hike to Miradouro do Juncal or Miradouro do Ninho da Manta viewpoints

    Optional Activities

    • Challenging PR1 mountain hike from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo with climbing sections
    Landmarks
    Pico do Arieiro
    Miradouro do Juncal
    Miradouro do Ninho da Manta
    Pico Ruivo
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  8. Day 7

    Madeira

    Madeira

    Included Activities

    • Swim in lava pool at accommodation

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of São Vicente caves with lava tunnels and underground lakes (payable on site)
    Landmarks
    São Vicente Caves
    Porto Moniz
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  9. Day 8

    Madeira

    Madeira

    Included Activities

    • PR6 hiking trail to Levada das 25 Fontes with waterfall views
    Landmarks
    PR6 Hiking Trail
    Risco Waterfall
    Levada das 25 Fontes
  10. Day 9

    Madeira Departure

    Madeira Departure
    Landmarks
    Funchal Airport

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    Rainer1.0•March 2026
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    Extremely reluctant and dismissive of service requests Booking process very good. Follow-up information by email...
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    We were very satisfied with the booking and trip. Journaway provided us with excellent support, good correspondence...
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