Private Express Tuk Tuk Tour Funchal Old Town & Toboggans

4.9 (52 reviews) Madeira, Portugal
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Duration2h
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Explore Madeira’s traditional wicker sledge basket sledges on this tuk-tuk ride.

The baskets express tuk-tuk ride will start in Funchal city, and end at the “Carreiros do Monte”.

Starting at the Old Town, where the project of the “painted doors” is displayed and ready to be discovered and seen.

This project is shown throughout the streets of Santa Maria, where numerous doors were painted by different artists giving this street a much-needed glow.

This area is also known for its amazing Poncha drink, a local drink made of rum, lemon, and honey.

Rua de Santa Maria is one of the oldest streets of the city of Funchal, filled with picturesque details, such as the cobblestone floors, and the façades of the old houses.

Then the journey will continue towards Monte, revealing the main attraction, Monte´s church.

After having the opportunity to see this beautifully made structure, the expert driver storyteller that will conduct this tuk-tuk ride will take show the famous toboggans.

Options

Couple Private TUKWAY

Duration: 2 hours
1 Tuk Tuk
For a Couple, Maximum 2 People
Pickup included

Group Private TUKWAY

Duration: 2 hours
3 Tuk Tuks
For a Group, Maximum 6 People
Pickup included

Family Private TUKWAY

Duration: 2 hours
2 Tuk Tuks
For a Family, Maximum 4 people
Pickup included

What's included

  • Blanket
  • Insurance
  • Pick up & drop off anywhere within Funchal
  • Local driver/guide
  • Pick up & drop off outside Funchal (upon request/ additional cost)
  • Food and drinks (upon request/ additional cost)
  • Tickets for Toboggans (35€ for 2 People)

What to expect

  1. Zona Velha
    Pass by
    The Carreiros do Monte - Toboggan Express tuk-tuk ride will start its journey in Funchal city, heading towards the old town where our guests can witness the small and cozy alleys where locals and tourists go for a stroll day or night. After a 30-minute trip around Funchal city streets, you'll arrive at our destiny.
  2. Paroquia de Nossa Senhora do Monte
    10m
    Despite its beautiful well preserved looking façade, this church was built in the 18th century and has architectural features dated back from the 18th and 19th centuries.
  3. 20m · Admission ticket not included
    Toboggan riding was a traditional basket sled that serve as a means of transportation by the local residents who wanted to travel quickly from the village of Monte to the city of Funchal.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Find us near the CR7 Museum

End point

Find us near the CR7 Museum

Pickup details

Pick up & Drop off in Funchal City or Port

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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