Full-day Madeira Island East tour with Santana houses visit
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Full-day Madeira Island East tour with Santana houses visit

4.6/5
Excellent
Based on 21 reviews
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£31.00
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Language: English, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese
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Duration: 8 hours
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Why you’ll love this…
  • Discover Pico do Arieiro and admire views over the mountains
  • Visit Santana and see original thatched-roof houses
  • Enjoy nature in the Laurisilva forest
What to expect

Discover the east part of Madeira. After hotel pickup, start your tour by heading towards Pico do Arieiro, the highest mountain accessible by car and the third-highest of the island (1818m). Here you will be astonished by the fantastic views over the mountains and the nature of the island. Descend towards Ribeiro Frio located in the middle of the "Laurisilva" (local laurel forest). It's part of the World Heritage of UNESCO and a great spot to watch the nature.

Continuing along the north coast, you'll pass through Faial and arrive at Santana. This town is known for its typical and original thatched-roof houses. After lunch, admire Ponta de São Lourenço, with several rocky formations and impressive views. Last but not least, before returning to your hotel, visit Machico. It's the historic city where the discoverers landed on Madeira for the first time in 1419.

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What's included
  • check Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
  • check Driver guide
What's not included
  • x_not_included Food and drinks
Where
Meeting point:
Pickup and drop-off service is included for Funchal City hotels only. Please provide your accommodation address at checkout. The local supplier will confirm your pickup time and location prior to the tour.
What to remember
  • Not suitable for: wheelchair users or people with reduced mobility
  • Extra fees to be paid on-site: pickup and drop-off service for Caniço area (10€ per person/each way/net) and Santa Cruz area (15€ per person/each way/net). Free pickup and drop-off service is included for Funchal City hotels only
  • Know in advance: you'll have free lunchtime and will be able to have lunch in a bar or restaurant at your own expenses
  • Remember to bring: during the guided tour you will have the opportunity to walk on a Levada (depending on weather conditions). If you would like to participate in this Levada walk, please bring suitable footwear
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Provider
Imagens & Destinos, Unipessoal, Lda
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.6/5

Based on 21 reviews from verified customers

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Value for money

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  • GARY

    From United Kingdom - July 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Tour was well done, less to see on the east side,

  • Manuela Hasni

    From Austria - June 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Unser Tourguide Patrick war toll. Hat sich sehr um uns bemüht und gesorgt, dass allen gut geht.

  • Wotts

    From United States of America - June 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    The guide was fantastic, very friendly and informative in a very relaxed and informative manner. Great way to see and learn about the East Coast of Ma ...

  • AloraD

    From Germany - May 2025

    Travelled with a group of friends

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Sehr sicherer und kompetenter Fahrer. Gute Erklärung und informative Kommentare während der Fahrt. Vor Ort ausreichend Zeit Sehenswürdigkeiten zu erku ...

  • Matthias

    From United States of America - April 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Die Erklärungen vom Guide waren gut verständlich und informativ

  • Ingrid

    From United States of America - April 2025

    Travelled with a group of friends

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Es war eine sehr tolle Tour. Unser Reiseführer Benjamin verdient nochmals 10 extra Sterne

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