On the East side of Madeira lies a really popular tour which offers dramatic mountain and forest views, as well as some of the best coastal views available on the island. The tour, which includes a three-course meal, is done in modern air-conditioned minibuses that only seat 8 or 15 people plus the guide/driver.
Popular stops
Viewpoint Funchal
Pico Arieiro 1800m 3 highest point in the island
Walk in the laurel forest
Santana stop for lunch (popular portuguese 3 course meal with drinks included)
Guindaste skywalk - Faial
Rum tasting porto cruz (free)
Ponta do Rosto - Eastern point island viewpoint.
Return Funchal
Popular stops
Viewpoint Funchal
Pico Arieiro 1800m 3 highest point in the island
Walk in the laurel forest
Santana stop for lunch (popular portuguese 3 course meal with drinks included)
Guindaste skywalk - Faial
Rum tasting porto cruz (free)
Ponta do Rosto - Eastern point island viewpoint.
Return Funchal
- Santana: Monte, Camacha, Poiso, Pico do Arieiro, Ribeiro Frio, Santana, Faial, Porto da Cruz, Portela and Machico MADEIRA SEEKERS - DAY TOURS
Included
- Driver/guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected areas only)
- Rum Tasting - Porto Cruz
- Lunch with a three-course choice menu
- Meals
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (from certain areas)
- Balcões walk (optional)
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult. We need to know the age of the child so that we can supply the correct chair. Strict laws do not allow children to travel on parents lap
- At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide. If there is 5 or less people that speak the same language they may be mixed with a bus that speaks another language. The guide will however be speaking in all the languages required.
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
- The tour route can be changed due to unforeseen circumstances, such as traffic restrictions and weather.
- Please bring a jacket it can get cold in the mountains
- Tickets for Levada Balcões must be purchased through the Simplifica application. Guests are required to purchase their own tickets. Please select PR11 Vereda dos Balcões with a time slot between 11:00 and 11:30, then proceed with payment and finalization. Please note that once the payment is made, this service is non-refundable.”
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility problems
