Itinerary
- Day 1
Santa Cruz
Airport pickup gets you to your hotel for the welcome briefing, then you're free to walk around Santa Cruz for the rest of the day. The coastal town has nice views and a town square worth checking out. Try local food like espetada and bolo do caco whenever you're hungry, so you can eat at your own pace.
Included Activities
- Welcome briefing on tour itinerary and highlights
Optional Activities
- Explore Santa Cruz town
- Stroll through picturesque streets
- Admire coast views
- Relax in town square
- Try local specialties (espetada, bolo do caco)
Landmarks Santa Cruz 
- Day 2
Ponta de São Lourenço
After breakfast, head to Ponta de São Lourenço on the island's eastern tip. The hike takes you through volcanic basalt formations and cliffs along the Atlantic, with wide ocean views the whole way. Watch for rare birdlife like Berthelot's pipit and canary, and if you're lucky you might spot a Mediterranean monk seal. By evening you're back at your accommodation to rest up.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hike to Ponta de São Lourenço peninsula
- Transfer to hiking start point
- Transfer back to accommodation
Optional Activities
- Birdwatching (Berthelot's pipit, canary, cory shearwater, Bulwer's petrel)
- Observe Mediterranean monk seal
Landmarks Ponta de São Lourenço Desembarcadouro Island - Day 3
Levada do Furado - Portela
Get transferred to Ribeiro Frio village and walk the historic Levada do Furado, one of the island's oldest water channels. You'll go through the Laurissilva forest, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with dramatic valleys and the distinctive Penha d'Água rock visible. Later on the Levada da Serra do Faial at 860m elevation, then you descend to the Portela viewpoint before heading back.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hike Levada do Furado trail in Ribeiro Frio Natural Park
- Hike Levada da Serra do Faial
- Transfer to hiking start point
- Transfer back to accommodation
Optional Activities
- Explore Laurissilva forest
- View Penha d'Água rock formation
- Enjoy Portela viewpoint
Landmarks Ribeiro Frio Laurissilva Forest Penha d'Água Portela Viewpoint - Day 4
Boca do Risco - Porto da Cruz
Transfer to Machico and hike along the Levada do Caníçal past terraced agricultural fields. The route climbs gently to Boca do Risco at 322m where you get panoramic views of the northern cliffs and valley below. Continue at about 300m elevation along coastal cliffs with ocean views, finishing in Porto da Cruz before transfer back to your accommodation.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hike Levada do Caníçal trail
- Reach Boca do Risco peak
- Transfer to hiking start point
- Transfer back to accommodation
Optional Activities
- Explore Porto da Cruz town
- View terraced agricultural fields
- Observe historical bonfire site (Boca do Risco)
Landmarks Machico Boca do Risco Machico Valley Porto da Cruz - Day 5
Pico Ruivo
Head to Achada da Teixeira for one of Madeira's toughest hikes up to Pico Ruivo, the highest peak on the island. The route involves steep climbs and descents moving through two different ecosystems, including ancient Laurissilva forest and volcanic terrain. Weather permitting, you'll get panoramic views from the central mountain area westward toward Encumeada Valley.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hike to Pico Ruivo peak
- Transfer to hiking start point
- Transfer back to accommodation
Optional Activities
- Explore Laurissilva forest ecosystem
- View volcanic mountain scenery
- Enjoy panoramic viewpoint at Encumeada Valley
Landmarks Pico Ruivo Achada da Teixeira Encumeada Valley - Day 6
Cabo Girão - Funchal
Walk the Levada do Norte, one of the island's major water channels, heading to just below Cabo Girão, Europe's highest headland. You'll see views of Câmara de Lobos and Campanaário, plus green fields and plantations. At Cabo Girão check out the Fajãs do Rancho terraced fields and sea views. Later in Funchal's center, see the cathedral, walk the squares, and try espetada, banana cake, or poncha drinks.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hike Levada do Norte trail to Cabo Girão
- Transfer to hiking start point
- Transfer to Funchal
- Explore Funchal city
Optional Activities
- Visit Funchal Cathedral
- Relax in seaside squares
- Dine on espetada (meat skewers)
- Sample banana cake
- Try poncha drink
- Explore local cuisine and gastronomy
Landmarks Cabo Girão Câmara de Lobos Campanaário Fajãs do Rancho Funchal Cathedral 
- Day 7
Funchal
This day is yours to explore Funchal however you like. Wander the cobbled historic streets, visit the busy Mercado dos Lavradores market, or check out the botanical gardens. The traditional Monte wicker sledge ride is popular if you want that experience, gliding down steep streets in a hand-woven basket. The cathedral, seafront promenade, and restaurants with local food are all options.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore historic center and cobbled streets
- Visit Mercado dos Lavradores market
- Stroll Madeira Botanical Gardens
- Explore Monte Palace Tropical Garden
- Experience traditional Monte wicker sledge ride
- Visit Cathedral of Sé
- Walk seafront promenade
- Enjoy local dining (espetada, banana cake, poncha)
Landmarks Funchal Historic Center Mercado dos Lavradores Madeira Botanical Gardens Monte Palace Tropical Garden Cathedral of Sé Funchal Seafront Promenade - Day 8
Departure
Transfer from your hotel in Funchal to the airport for your individual departure.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Funchal Airport
