Itinerary
- Intro
Introduction
- Day 1
Machico
Machico- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast served on-site)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Dom Pedro Madeira)
Optional Activities
- Walk along the coastal promenade
- Explore Machico town center
- Visit the local beach
- Dine at local restaurants
Landmarks Machico - Day 2
Ponta de São Lourenço
Ponta de São Lourenço- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast served on-site)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Dom Pedro Madeira)
Optional Activities
- Hike the PR8 trail to the tip of the peninsula for stunning coastal vistas
- Swim at Praia da Baía D'Abra secluded beach
- Visit the Miradouro da Ponta do Rosto viewpoint
- Visit Casa do Sardinha visitor center
- Walk to the Madre der Levada da Agua de Alto waterfall
Landmarks Ponta de São Lourenço Praia da Baía D'Abra Miradouro da Ponta do Rosto Casa do Sardinha Madre der Levada da Agua de Alto - Day 3
Pico Ruivo
Pico Ruivo- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast served on-site)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Dom Pedro Madeira)
Optional Activities
- Trek the challenging PR1 ridge trail from Pico do Areeiro to Pico Ruivo
- Summit Pico Ruivo at 1,862 meters, the highest peak in the archipelago
- Explore the mountain paths and rock-cut tunnels on the high-altitude route
- Photograph the dramatic landscape as mist rolls over the central mountain massif
- Rest and enjoy refreshments at the Casa de Abrigo mountain hut
Landmarks Pico Ruivo Pico do Areeiro Casa de Abrigo - Day 4
Queimadas - Levada do Caldeirão Verde
Queimadas - Levada do Caldeirão Verde- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast served on-site)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Dom Pedro Madeira)
Optional Activities
- Walk the PR9 Levada do Caldeirão Verde trail through ancient woodland
- Visit the traditional triangular-roofed house at the trailhead
- Walk through stone tunnels to reach hidden parts of the forest
- Relax by the crystal-clear lagoon at the base of Caldeirão Verde waterfall
- Extend your route to discover the lesser-visited Caldeirão do Inferno
Landmarks Queimadas Caldeirão Verde waterfall Caldeirão do Inferno - Day 5
Fanal - Porto Moniz - Ponta do Pargo
Fanal - Porto Moniz - Ponta do Pargo- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast served on-site)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Dom Pedro Madeira)
Optional Activities
- Stroll through the ancient, mist-shrouded laurel trees in the Fanal forest
- Swim in the unique volcanic lava pools of Porto Moniz
- Explore the local aquarium in Porto Moniz
- Visit the lighthouse at the westernmost cape of Ponta do Pargo
- Watch the sunset from the towering cliffs at Ponta do Pargo
Landmarks Fanal forest Porto Moniz lava pools Porto Moniz Aquarium Ponta do Pargo lighthouse Ponta do Pargo - Day 6
Paul da Serra - Levada do Alecrim
Paul da Serra - Levada do Alecrim- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast served on-site)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Dom Pedro Madeira)
Optional Activities
- Hike the peaceful PR6.2 Levada do Alecrim trail through verdant landscapes
- Reach the stunning Dona Beja mountain lagoon
- Extend your hike to the impressive Lagoa do Vento waterfall and lagoon
- Explore the open vistas of the Paul da Serra plateau, Madeira's largest tableland
- Watch the sunset from the Bica da Cana viewpoint overlooking the valley of São Vicente
Landmarks Rabançal Dona Beja mountain lagoon Lagoa do Vento waterfall Paul da Serra Bica da Cana viewpoint - Day 7
Pico Grande - Curral das Freiras
Pico Grande - Curral das Freiras- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast served on-site)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Dom Pedro Madeira)
Optional Activities
- Conquer the challenging PR12 route to the summit of Pico Grande
- Admire dramatic views into Curral das Freiras (Valley of the Nuns) from Boca da Corrida
- Taste local delicacies crafted from chestnuts in the village of Curral das Freiras
- Visit the Eira do Serrado viewpoint for a perfect look down into the valley
- Experience the steep final ascent toward the peak
Landmarks Pico Grande Boca da Corrida Curral das Freiras Eira do Serrado viewpoint - Day 8
Machico - Departure
Machico - Departure- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast served on-site)
Optional Activities
- Step onto the glass-floored platform of Cabo Girão, one of Europe's highest cliffs
- Observe the small terraced plots (fajãs) clinging to the cliffside below
- Enjoy a final coffee in the charming streets of Machico
- Revisit Machico's local beach or viewpoint
- Head to the airport with time for car return and check-in
Landmarks Cabo Girão Machico
