Day Trips & Excursions in Funchal

The Valley of the Nuns (Curral da Freiras) might be one of the coolest places you can visit in all of Portugal - and this tour makes it easy to explore the area. Not only is it a village built on the crater of an extinct volcano, but it was once a place where nuns would hide when pirates attacked the city of Funchal. Plus, during this tour, you'll stop by the fishing village, Câmara de Lobos, and try a traditional Madeira drink.

Explore the delights of the Levada dos Balcoes walk plus off-road Jeep on this full-day tour departing from Funchal. Your journey begins at the stunning Pico do Arieiro, where you can admire Portugal's dynamic landscape and, if you're lucky, local wildlife. Then venture to the center of Santo da Serra, including the levada walk "Balcões" at Ribeiro Frio. Admire the mystical Laurissilva forest before returning to hotel or similar accommodation.

Discover the eastern landscapes of Madeira with ease on an 8-hour tour from Funchal, ideal for lovers of natural landscapes. Visit the quaint craft village of Camacha, ascend to Pico de Arieiro, Madeira's third-highest peak, and admire the famous Laurissilva Forest, which dates back to prehistoric times. Plus, you'll enjoy lunch in the colorful town of Santana, visit Machico, and admire panoramic views from Ponta de Sao Lourenço. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Funchal are included.

East Madeira is known for its stunning A-Framed houses in Camacha. This day tour is perfect for travelers with limited time in Madeira as you'll see many highlights in one tour. Get access to incredible Pico Arieiro views, see the UNESCO World Heritage site Laurissilva Forest, and Ponta de Sao Lourenço. Traveling with a guide means you won't get lost, and you'll learn about Madeira as you explore its attractions.

This private guided tour of Madeira will help you discover many of the island's dispersed attractions in one day. You'll hear invaluable historical insights from your guide, and it'll be a hassle-free day hotel pickup, drop-off, and private transport included. You'll visit multiple highlights such as Pico dos Barcelos, Nun's Valley, and Cabo Giro, in this action-packed and informative tour of the island.

This tour is a private tour with max. 4pax. It has a duration of 8 hours and you get to know all the island. We do a trip passing in all the major points of the island. Cabo Girao Viewpoint, Poncha da Serra de Agua, Funchal,  Camara de Lobos, Santana, Natural Swimming Pools Porto Moniz, Pico Areeiro and much more. You also can customize the tour. The prince includes insurance, qualified and friendly guide. Free picnic and transport.

Discover the rugged mountain landscape of eastern Madeira on a full-day, small-group tour from Funchal for your group of up to 8 people. Travel in the comfort of a climate-controlled vehicle as you look down at the clouds from the summit of Pico do Arieiro, Madeira's third-highest peak, see traditional thatch architecture in the seaside community of Santana, then take in the views along the coast from the Penha d'Aguia. Throughout the day, enjoy the personal service of a private driver, with pickup and drop-off at Funchal hotels included.

Experience a famous Madeira beauty spot on a small-group Nuns Valley (Curral da Freiras) trip from Funchal, Canico, and Machico. Traveling by air-conditioned minivan, make the scenic journey to Nuns Valley, a village tucked into an ancient crater-like bowl between vertiginous peaks. Stop at Pico dos Barcelos to gaze over Funchal, enjoy bird's-eye views over Nuns Valley from Eira do Serrado, and visit the history-steeped village. Hotel pickup and drop-off, and choice of departure times included.