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Madeira Island Discovery

8 days
Start and end in Funchal
4.5
52 traveler reviews
Madeira Island Discovery - Explore!
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Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 16
Age range 16 to 85
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Highlights

  • Explore Funchal's historic sites and local cuisine
  • Hike along Madeira's unique levadas and mountains
  • Swim in natural rock pools at Porto Moniz
  • Enjoy a classic afternoon tea at Reid's Hotel
  • Discover eastern Madeira and taste local poncha

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Join trip in Funchal
  2. Day 2 Tour the north and northwest of the island
  3. Day 3 Levada walk and tea at Reid's Palace Hotel
  4. Day 4 Boat trip and food tour of Funchal
  5. Day 5 Tour east Madeira; Ribeiro Frio levada walk, A-frame houses of Santana, and bread-making demonstration
  6. Day 6 Free day with optional extras, including ferry to Porto Santo
  7. Day 7 Discover the south and west of the island, plus levada walk via banana plantations
  8. Day 8 Trip ends in Funchal
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What's Included

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  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

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Number of tours

523

Age Range

16 to 85 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

96%

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Customer Reviews

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    Excellent
    4.5
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.9
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.5
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.1
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.4
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  • TM
    · April 21st, 2024
    Excellent guide, great group.
    Explore! commented on this review
    Hi Toni, Thank you so much for your review of your Madeira Island Discovery holiday! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed the company of your Explore Leader and the rest of the group. We hope to have the chance to welcome you on another adventure... Show more
    Trip date: April 2024
  • A
    · March 9th, 2023
    Beautiful scenery, variety of itinery
    Trip date: February 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    · February 26th, 2023
    Fantastic tour leader, beautiful island, great weather
    Trip date: February 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    · February 26th, 2023
    To see the whole island in a week was excellent. There are so many interesting places on the island and the vast majority of these were seen.
    Trip date: February 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    · February 26th, 2023
    Tour guide was excellent. Very knowledgeable and passionate about his country.
    Trip date: February 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    · February 27th, 2023
    Carnival, levada walks, mountain scenery and viewpoints, definitely Reid’s hotel visit, wine tasting, and the tour around Funchal. The wicker basket ride that we added was thrilling!
    Trip date: February 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    · April 1st, 2023
    The dramatic Madeira scenery, the food, the trip to Porto Santo, good company, excellent transport.
    Trip date: March 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    · April 1st, 2023
    I loved tea at Reid’s Palace Hotel. Also the Madeira wine tasting (maybe a tour of Blandy’s in Funchal rather than a brief look in the outlet). Whale watching on our day off.
    Trip date: March 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    · April 2nd, 2023
    Reids Hotel,Pico do Ariero, Tropical Gardens. Ethnographic Museum and Quinta Pedagogica
    Trip date: March 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    · May 17th, 2023
    All good.
    Trip date: April 2023
    Review collected by Explore!

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8 days
Madeira Island Discovery
From Funchal to Funchal

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    • What is the procedure if my flight is canceled?

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    • Are there any optional activities during the tour?

      Yes, there are some optional activities during free days, details of which can be provided upon request.

    • Can I choose my own hotel for the duration of the tour?

      All travelers must stay at the designated hotel as part of group travel policy.

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      Currently, there are around 12 people booked for this tour.

    • Will airport transfers be arranged for my arrival and departure?

      Transfers will be included if your flights align with the tour start and end dates.

    • Is the flight price included in the tour package?

      No, the price excludes flights, and travelers should book them independently.

    • Can I upgrade my accommodation to a higher star rating?

      Unfortunately, the group stays at the same hotel, and upgrading to a different hotel is not possible.

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