Private Guided Half-Day Tour of Northwest Madeira



Embark on a half-day private tour to northern Madeira with an expert local guide and driver. Begin at São Vicente and take in the remarkable natural scenery all the way to Achadas da Cruz.

Highlights

  • See Sao Vicente Valley, home to most of the rainforest of Madeira
  • Experience the Ribeira da Janela, a gem hidden between lava rock walls
  • Discover the Achadas da Cruz and the steepest cable car in Europe

Description

Start the day with a convenient pickup from your accommodation or the cruise port of Funchal and depart with your private guide to the first stop of tour at São Vicente, where you'll see a beautiful sight over the valley. Continue along the north coast as you go to Chão da Ribeira, another beautiful spot where you can appreciate more of the valley within the Laurisilva of Madeira, the largest surviving area of laurel forest on the island. Advancing toward the north end of the region, you’ll reach the viewpoint of Ribeira da Janela where you can appreciate the contrast betweens the mountains with the sea. Finally, visit Achadas da Cruz, a place that marks the transition between the north coast and the south of the island. If you wish, you can ride the cable car and visit one of the most beautiful and quiet places on the island constructed from landslides and lava flows.

Includes

Driver/local guide Hotel/port pickup and drop-off Transportation by private vehicle Wi-Fi on board

Important Information

  • The cable car can be closed due to weather or maintenance that could be carried out. Cable Car ride is not private, expect other people in the same trip.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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