Private Full Day Tour in Madeira with Hotel Pickup

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8 to 13 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover Madeira on a private, personalized day created for couples, families, or small groups of up to six. This is not a standard tour with a fixed route: before the experience, you tell us what interests you most, and your guide designs the day around your preferences, pace, and travel style.

Choose from dramatic viewpoints, levada walks, ancient forests, hidden waterfalls, natural swimming spots, coastal drives, wine tastings, traditional Madeiran food, authentic poncha bars, and professional-camera photos. Kayaking, paddleboarding, beach time, or a lifestyle photo session can also be included, subject to availability, weather, and sea conditions.

We take care of the planning, route, timing, and recommendations, adapting the itinerary when conditions change. You simply enjoy Madeira without rushing or following a crowded bus-tour schedule. Whether you want an active adventure, a relaxed island day, or a romantic experience for two, the journey is shaped around you.

What's Included

Fuel and parking costs
Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
Soda/Pop
Bottled water
Rain ponchos if needed
Snacks
A few professional-camera photos upon request
Private in-person guide
Hotel, apartment, or Funchal cruise port pickup and drop-off within the selected area
Customized itinerary based on your interests
Lunch
Personal expenses
Optional PR trail ticket. (Payable separately by the traveler on-site)
Optional Porto Moniz Natural Pools. This optional cost only applies if travelers choose to enter the paid swimming pool complex. (Payable separately on-site by the traveler).
Optional Achadas da Cruz cable car ticket. This cost only applies if the cable car is included in the selected itinerary. (Payable separately on-site by the traveler).
Optional Cabo Girão viewpoint entrance. This optional cost only applies if Cabo Girão is included in the selected itinerary.
Optional wine tasting at Quinta do Barbusano. (This experience must be arranged in advance and is payable separately on-site by the traveler).
Optional kayaking. This activity is subject to availability, weather, and sea conditions and is payable separately on-site by the traveler.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Please wait at the main entrance or reception of your hotel or apartment. Cruise passengers will be met at the agreed pickup point near the Funchal cruise terminal. Your exact pickup time will be confirmed before the tour. Pickup outside the selected area may be available for an additional fee.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 to 13 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Pico do Arieiro

    A possible stop on the customized itinerary. When selected, the day can begin at Pico do Arieiro around sunrise, with panoramic mountain views above the clouds. The visit depends on weather and visibility conditions.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Vereda do Fanal

    A possible stop on the customized itinerary. Walk among ancient laurel trees, experience Fanal’s peaceful atmosphere, and take photographs in one of Madeira’s most distinctive natural landscapes.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools

    A possible stop on the customized itinerary. Swim in volcanic natural pools or enjoy the coastal scenery of Porto Moniz. Swimming depends on sea conditions, weather, and opening hours. Entrance tickets are not included.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Seixal

    A possible stop on the customized itinerary. Visit Seixal’s black-sand beach, admire the surrounding green cliffs and waterfalls, and enjoy time for photographs or a short swim when conditions allow.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Ribeira da Janela

    A possible stop on the customized itinerary. Discover Ribeira da Janela’s dramatic ocean rock formations, wild coastline, and black-pebble beach, with time for a short walk and photographs.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Achadas da Cruz

    A possible stop on the customized itinerary. Ride the cable car down the cliffs to the remote coastal farmland below and enjoy impressive Atlantic views. The cable car ticket is not included, and operation depends on weather and maintenance.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Cabo Girao

    A possible stop on the customized itinerary. Step onto the glass viewing platform at Cabo Girão and enjoy panoramic views from one of Europe’s highest sea cliffs. The entrance ticket is not included.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 8
    Curral das Freiras

    A possible stop on the customized itinerary. Admire the mountain valley from Eira do Serrado and visit the village of Curral das Freiras, known for its dramatic setting and local chestnut traditions.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Ponta de Sao Lourenco

    A possible hiking option on the customized itinerary. Explore the volcanic landscapes, cliffs, and ocean viewpoints of Ponta de São Lourenço along the official PR8 trail. The route is adapted to the group’s ability and weather conditions. The mandatory PR trail ticket is not included.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 10
    Balcoes de Ribeiro Frio

    A possible walking option on the customized itinerary. Follow the short PR11 forest trail to the Balcões viewpoint for panoramic views over Madeira’s central mountains. The mandatory PR trail ticket is not included.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 11
    25 Fontes and Cascada da Risco

    A possible hiking option on the customized itinerary. Walk through the Laurisilva forest to the 25 Fontes lagoon and Risco Waterfall along the official PR6 and PR6.1 trails. The hike is selected according to the group’s fitness level and weather conditions. The mandatory PR trail ticket is not included.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 12
    Quinta Do Barbusano

    An optional experience on the customized itinerary. Visit a local winery or wine producer, learn about Madeira’s vineyards and winemaking traditions, and taste selected local wines. The tasting fee is not included and advance reservation may be required.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 13
    Ponta de Sao Lourenco

    An optional activity on the customized itinerary. Explore Madeira’s coastline by kayak or stand-up paddleboard at a suitable location selected according to sea and weather conditions. Equipment rental and activity fees are not included, and advance reservation may be required.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 14
    Madeira

    Depending on the travelers’ interests, weather, and road conditions, the guide may include lesser-known waterfalls, quiet viewpoints, natural swimming areas, or other hidden places away from the busiest tourist routes. The available options and exact locations will be discussed with the guide after booking.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Island Escape

Tags

Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Car Tours
Shore Excursions
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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