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Madeira 360°: trekking and canyoning
8 days
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Nature and adventure
80%Relax
60%Monuments and history
30%City and cultures
30%Party and nightlife
30%The trip in a nutshell
Self-driven tour
This is a self-driven tour - it isn’t compulsory to drive, however if you are willing to, then please tick the box when booking your trip.
Madeira, the island where it is always spring, always blooming and always welcoming. This pocket of paradise off the coast of Africa waits to be discovered, which is exactly what we’ll do for the next 8 days!
Stunning views, lush nature and inviting beaches, it won’t be long before we fall in love with this island. We'll hike to the highest point on the island, Pico Ruivo and swim in the natural pools of Porto Moniz. We’ll also try our hand at canyoning, spend a day on the neighbouring island of Porto Santo and have a unique experience at the Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Monte (Church of Our Lady of the Mount). Then, there are simply no words to describe the The Floating Garden in the Atlantic, you’ll just have to see it for yourself!
Trip type
360º - it's our great classic that allows you to discover the destination in all its aspects. We recommend packing a backpack rather than a suitcase as there will be lots of moving around.
Physical rating
HIGH - this itinerary involves hiking or similar adrenaline-pumping adventures so a high level of physical effort and adaptability is required. Be prepared for an active trip, potential long transfers and adventures like no other!
Entry requirements
Please visit your country's official government website to find out the necessary requirements for entering the country of destination.
Arrival and departure
This trip will begin and end in Funchal. Aim to arrive on the first day by 5pm - on the last day you are free to leave whenever!
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Madeira
8 days
Next departure Sat, 03 May 2025
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What's included
7 nights accommodation in a shared room for the duration of the trip
Shared catamaran excursion on day 4
An adrenaline-pumping canyoning experience
Car rental from day 1 to day 8
- Travel Coordinator services
Free cancellation with 100% refund up to 31 days before departure
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Itinerary
day 1
Welcome to Madeira!
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Check-in
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Flights to and from the UK are not included in the package, so you can decide from where and when you want to leave! This gives you complete freedom of choice to adjust your travel itinerary to your needs.
Check-in at the hotel in Funchal. We are in the island’s capital, whose name derives from the abundance of fennel that grows here (Funcho in Portuguese). Fear not, our first dinner won’t solely consist of this… Our first taste of Madeira will most likely be fresh fish from the Atlantic!
Included: Overnight stay
day 2
Canyoning and Machico
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Ready for canyoning?
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Let’s get our adrenalin pumping with canyoning, an immersive experience where you descend the course of a river by climbing, swimming, sliding and jumping! With its water-carved gorges, waterfalls and lush vegetation, Madeira is considered the best country in the world to do this sport!
Machico
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After a quick lunch and chance to recover, we pick up our cars and drive to Machico, Maderia’s second largest city. We stroll through the narrow streets of the town centre before reaching the seafront promenade full of cafes and restaurants, where we can try the famous ‘bolo do caco’ with a sea view! At sunset, we head to the Francisco Alvares Nobrega Miradouro for a spectacular view of the Ponta de São Lourenço.
Included: Overnight stay, car rental, canyoning experience
Money Pot: Petrol, admission fees if any, parking
Not included: Meals and drinks
day 3
Trekking on Pico Ruivo
The eternal spring
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Madeira is often dubbed the island where it is always spring due to its mild climate and sheer natural beauty. This morning we wake up at dawn to tackle one of the most beautiful hikes on the island, Pico do Areeiro - Pico RuivoWe have about 6 hours of walking ahead of us, so let’s put on our walking boots and let the views talk for themselves!
On the roof of Madeira!
Pico Ruivo is the highest mountain on the island at 1862 metres. We set off on the trail and seek to maintain a good pace, crossing our fingers the weather promises clarity so we can soak up all the scenery. Once we reach the peaks, there is one last push to reach the summit, and although the overhangs are daunting, the path is safe and there are handrails in place. After a packed lunch, we retrace our steps and make our way back down the mountain to the cars, ready for a well-deserved evening of relaxation!
Included: Overnight stay, car rental
Money Pot: Petrol, admission fees if any, parking
Not included: Meals and drinks
day 4
Ponta de São Lourenço and Porto Da Cruz
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Trekking with a view
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This morning we get up early because a wonderful hike awaits us. We head to the Ponta de São Lourenço, the easternmost point of the island. Our relaxing walk will take us along a path overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, where red earth cliffs and lush foliage line the way. There will be plenty of opportunities to take a dip in the natural pools, and enjoy a well-deserved ‘poncha do pescador’, a typical island drink made with rum, honey and lemon!
Catamaran excursion
In the afternoon an adventure in the waves awaits us: we set sail off the coast of the island aboard a spacious and well-equipped catamaran - we will be in the company of other travellers - to admire the reefs from the open sea and perhaps meet a pod of dolphins in their natural habitat. Back in port we can explore Porto da Cruz, a fishing village on the north-eastern coast of the island. If we have enough time, we can climb up to the Penha d'Águia, a 580m monolith overlooking the gulf, or visit the rum factory!
Included: Overnight stay, car rental, catamaran excursion
Money Pot: Petrol, admission fees if any, parking
Not included: Meals and drinks
day 5
The natural pools of Porto Moniz
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São Vicente & Seixal
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Today we will visit the volcanic centre near the caves of São Vicente, before heading to the small village of Seixal! Seixal promises some much-needed vitamin sea, offering a variety of beautiful beaches to choose from.
Porto Moniz: waterfalls and natural pools
Although the Atlantic is notoriously cold, we at least test it to see if we’ll brave the chilly temperature. We can then check out the Veu da Noiva viewpoint, which is located next to a waterfall of the same name, and enjoy yet another breathtaking view. We obviously seek to end our day on a high note! We head to the natural pools of Porto Moniz, a beautiful place where the temperature of the water is certainly more welcoming than the ocean. We can stay there until sunset, and lose ourselves in the enchanting beauty of this island.
Included: Overnight stay, car rental, catamaran excursion
Money Pot: Petrol, admission fees if any, parking, boat transfer to Porto Santo
Not included: Meals and drinks
day 6
Cabo Girão and Ponta do Pargo
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The island from above
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We travel along the south coast starting from Camara de Lobos which, as some people know, hosted Winston Churchill, who was fascinated by this place during his trip in 1950. We ascend a little and prepare to put our vertigo to the test at Cabo Girão, a viewpoint from where you can see the entire southern coast of the island. Fear of heights will be truly tested by the glass platform standing 580 metres above ground, making it the highest cliff overlooking the ocean in Europe and second highest in the world! We pick up the cars and continue up to Ponta do Pargo, the westernmost point of the island. The view from up here is truly unrivalled, so why don't we stop here and watch the sunset?
Included: Overnight stay, car rental
Money Pot: Petrol, admission fees if any, parking
Not included: Meals and drinks
day 7
Nossa Senhora do Monte, gardens and tropical fruit
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Sledding in Madeira?
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We have one last day to spend in beautiful Madeira. The island has already won us over, but there is one final activity that still stands to astound us. We take a cable car to the Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Monte (Church of Our Lady of the Mount), the most important pilgrimage site on the island. Aside from the incredible view, we also enjoy the botanical gardens, before descending in the strangest and most epic way possible; sledding! Toboggans were first used at the beginning of the 19th century as a means of public transport.
A tour of the local market
In the afternoon we are free to enjoy the island as we see fit. A must-see is the Mercado dos Lavradores, located in the centre of Funchal. Here we’re guaranteed to find the freshest fruit and flowers, and the most intricate crafts of the island. After buying souvenirs to take home with us, we get ready for our farewell dinner, where we’ll raise a glass to this incredible shared experience!
Included: Overnight stay, car rental
Money Pot: Petrol, admission fees if any, parking
Not included: Meals and drinks
day 8
Check-out and goodbye
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End of services. The itinerary may undergo some variations that differ from what is stated above. These variations may not be foreseen nor dependent on WeRoad’s control, i.e. climate conditions, national holidays, strikes, etc.
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The travel coordinators
Our travel coordinators are chosen because they are people like you. Not only are they the best travel buddy you could hope for, but they're trained professionals guaranteed to show you a travel experience like never before
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Staff
Our trips are led by a Travel Coordinator who has been specifically trained by us to lead group travels to ensure you have the best time. A WhatsApp group with all travel participants will be created two weeks prior to departure by your Travel Coordinator.
Visas and Vaccinations
Before booking, please ensure to check what documents, visas, and vaccinations are required to enter the country you are visiting. If you have any questions, please contact us.
Arrival and Departure Times
We always advise trying to get to the meet-up point for the first day of your tour by 5pm. On the last day of the tour you are free to leave whenever you want!
Luggage
Backpacks are mandatory to allow easy transfers - we recommend a 45L backpack for our trips.
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