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Upgraded - Madeira Island Discovery

8 days
Start and end in Funchal
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 16
Ages 16+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Funchal

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Castanheiro Boutique Hotel), Hotel (Castanheiro Boutique Hotel (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Dinner at a local restaurant (fresh seafood dishes such as tuna with fried maize or black scabbard with fried banana)
    Landmarks
    Funchal Cathedral
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  2. Day 2

    Santana - Pico do Arieiro

    Meals
    Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Castanheiro Boutique Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Ponta de São Lourenço, the easternmost point of Madeira
    • Stop at Miradouro do Caniçal viewpoint
    • Explore Santana A-frame houses
    • Traditional bread-making demonstration at local bakery
    • Drive through Laurissilva Forest UNESCO World Heritage Site
    • Levada walk at Ribeiro Frio
    Landmarks
    Ponta de São Lourenço
    Miradouro do Caniçal
    Santana
    Laurissilva Forest
    Ribeiro Frio
    Pico do Arieiro
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  3. Day 3

    Funchal Walking Tour & Boat Trip

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Castanheiro Boutique Hotel), Hotel (Castanheiro Boutique Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Funchal with tour leader
    • Visit to Bordal Embroidery Factory
    • Visit to Funchal Cathedral
    • Visit to Fabrica Santo Antonio biscuit factory
    • Exploration of Old Town historic district
    • Visit to Mercado dos Lavradores fruit market
    • Boat trip along south coast
    Landmarks
    Funchal Cathedral
    Santiago Fort
    Regional Government Palace
    Sao Lourenco Fort and Palace
    Mercado dos Lavradores
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  4. Day 4

    Porto Moniz - Câmara de Lobos

    Meals
    Lunch (Homemade three-course lunch at local family home in Seixal)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Castanheiro Boutique Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Swim in natural volcanic pools at Porto Moniz
    • Wine tasting at local family home in Seixal
    • Walking tour of Câmara de Lobos
    Landmarks
    Porto Moniz
    Seixal
    Câmara de Lobos
  5. Day 5

    Levada Walk & Cristo Rei Viewpoint

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Castanheiro Boutique Hotel), Hotel (Castanheiro Boutique Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Walk along Levada Vale Paraiso (3 kilometres)
    • Tasting of traditional Poncha beverage
    • Visit to Cristo Rei viewpoint

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll around Funchal city
    • Hotel swimming pool
    Landmarks
    Levada Vale Paraiso
    Cristo Rei
  6. Day 6

    Free Day in Funchal

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Castanheiro Boutique Hotel), Hotel (Castanheiro Boutique Hotel (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Full-day ferry trip to Porto Santo island (beautiful beach and Columbus House Museum)
    • Swimming at Lido Bathing Complex
    • Swimming at Formosa Beach
    • Blandy's Wine Lodge visit with tasting and history of Madeiran wine
    • Full-day moderate walk around the lakes of Madeira (13 kilometres) with transfers and local guide
    • Half-day easier walk from Referta to Castelejo (6.5 kilometres) with transfers and local guide
    • Cable car to Monte with Botanical Gardens visit
    • Return from Monte by traditional wicker toboggan ride
    • Madeira Genuine Food Experience (requires pre-booking) - three-course meal, drinks, local plantation visits, and tasting of traditional digestif
    Landmarks
    Porto Santo
    Columbus House Museum
    Lido Bathing Complex
    Formosa Beach
    Blandy's Wine Lodge
    Monte
    Monte Botanical Gardens
  7. Day 7

    Western Point & Island Exploration

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Castanheiro Boutique Hotel), Hotel (Castanheiro Boutique Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Ponta do Pargo lighthouse viewpoint
    • Sugar cane mill visit in Calheta
    • Rum and honey cake tasting
    • Cable car ride to Faja dos Padres
    • Guided tour of Faja dos Padres farm
    • Exotic fruit tasting at farm
    • Beach time and swimming at Faja dos Padres
    Landmarks
    Ponta do Pargo Lighthouse
    Calheta
    Ribeira Brava
    Faja dos Padres
  8. Day 8

    Departure

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    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Portugal. Ideally 2 months before travel.
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