Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 16 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
This East Madeira tour combines the island’s most emblematic locations with a professional and well-organized service. Usually operated in small groups and led by local guides, the tour offers insightful information while visiting some of the best viewpoints in the east of the island. The itinerary include beautiful mountains, the laurissilva forest, traditional villages, and coastal scenery, giving you the opportunity to enjoy diverse landscapes in a single day.
It is perfect for travelers looking for a balanced, immersive, and visually stunning introduction to East Madeira.
Options
Tour Only
Full-day tour to East Madeira tour only
Pickup included
Tour & Lunch
Full-day tour to East Madeira including lunch
Pickup included
What's included
Lunch (if option selected)
Local guide/driver
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop off
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
What to expect
Pico do Arieiro
15m
Our journey begins with a climb to Pico do Areeiro, the island’s third-highest mountain, rising to 1,818 meters above sea level. From here, you can enjoy sweeping views where dramatic mountain peaks meet the deep blue Atlantic. This spot is also a gateway to some of the island’s most exciting walking trails.
Ribeiro Frio
15m
We then make our way down to Ribeiro Frio, located within the lush laurel forest and well known as a starting point for one of the classic levada walks. The area is home to trout ponds and the ancient Laurissilva forest, a UNESCO-listed ecosystem dating back to prehistoric times, where much of Madeira’s original plant life has been preserved.
Santana
2h
Our next stop is the village of Santana, renowned for its iconic triangular houses with thatched roofs. These traditional homes, carefully maintained as a symbol of Madeira’s heritage, stand out vividly against the surrounding green scenery and offer insight into the island’s rural traditions.
Miradouro do guindaste
15m
In the scenic village of Faial, we take time to appreciate its calm and inviting surroundings. A hill crowned with a large cross overlooks the town, providing wide-ranging views of the dramatic cliffs along the North Coast and the vast Atlantic Ocean
Miradouro da Portela
15m
The tour then continues to Portela, a viewpoint celebrated for its impressive outlook over Porto da Cruz and the Eagle Rock. From here, visitors can admire the striking contrast between high mountain ridges, green valleys, and the open sea, highlighting the island’s varied landscape.
Ponta de Sao Lourenco
15m
As we reach Ponta de São Lourenço, the scenery changes noticeably. This easternmost tip of Madeira is characterized by its dry, rugged terrain, quite different from the island’s greener areas. Stroll along the cliff paths, feel the ocean air, and observe the distinctive volcanic rock formations that make this location truly unique.
15m
The tour concludes in Machico, a town of great historical significance as the first landing place of the Portuguese explorers. Take time to explore its streets, visit the 15th-century church, or unwind on the golden sandy beach
Additional information
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
