About this trip
Five days on Madeira with a private guide, covering both the east and west of the island rather than sticking to one base.
Expect a mix of guided sightseeing and hands-on experiences — a whale watching trip, a hike into the island's landscapes, and a wine tasting, alongside visits to Madeira's well-known sites.
This is a private tour, so the pace and focus can flex a bit, though the core structure covers the island's highlights over the five days.
What you'll do
- Guided tours of Madeira's most emblematic sites
- Explore the island's east coast
- Explore the island's west coast
- Whale watching trip out on the Atlantic
- Nature hike through Madeira's landscapes
- Wine tasting session
- Private tour, requires a minimum of 2 passengers
- Partially guided — some parts of the itinerary are guided, others more independent
- Moderate pace, mixing sightseeing with active elements like hiking
Worth it if you want a well-organised island overview with quality hotels and reliable transfers. Think twice if you're sensitive to guide quality—it varies significantly.
- Hotel Turim Santa Maria in Funchal is genuinely excellent: spacious rooms, five-minute walk to market and restaurants, solid breakfast included.
- Levada walk is genuinely worth doing; mini-bus transport, informative guides, and airport transfers all bundled and well-coordinated throughout.
- Guide quality is inconsistent: one guide was rude and frustrated with passengers, though company rectified issues and followed up promptly.
- Agent handles logistical problems efficiently and calls to check in, but you're reliant on their responsiveness if things go wrong.
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Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Funchal · 19 Jul – 20 Jul
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