Madeira Signature Escape – North Coast Full Day Tour

Coastal and Cultural Tour of Eastern Madeira

This full-day tour explores Madeira’s eastern coastline, combining natural landscapes, traditional villages, and local culinary experiences.

Highlights

• Volcanic rock formations at Ponta de São Lourenço
• Traditional rum distillery visit in Porto da Cruz
• Explore Santana’s thatched houses
• Views from Rocha do Navio viewpoint
• Traditional Madeiran lunch featuring fresh calamari
• Porto Moniz natural volcanic swimming pools
• Photogenic coastline at Ribeira da Janela
• Seixal village with black sand beach and waterfalls
• São Vicente Waterfall stop
• Scenic drive through Serra de Água valley

Description

The tour begins at Ponta de São Lourenço, Madeira’s easternmost peninsula, known for its lunar-like volcanic rock formations and expansive Atlantic views. This rugged landscape offers a unique opportunity to see the island’s geology up close.

Next, visit Porto da Cruz, a seaside village nestled between mountains and vineyards. Here, tour a traditional rum distillery to learn about the centuries-old sugar cane processing and rum-making techniques. Guests may have the chance to sample Madeira rum, a key part of the island’s culture.

Then travel to Santana to see its distinctive triangular thatched houses, a symbol of Madeira's rural heritage. This village provides insight into the island’s past architecture and way of life.

The tour continues to Rocha do Navio, a viewpoint offering expansive views of cliffs, terraced farmland, and the Atlantic Ocean. Another stop at Miradouro Beira da Quinta provides additional perspectives of Madeira’s northern coast.

Lunch is served at a local restaurant featuring fresh calamari, a traditional Madeiran dish highlighting the island’s seafood.

In the afternoon, visit Porto Moniz to admire its volcanic natural swimming pools formed from ancient lava flows. This area provides a chance to relax and enjoy the coastal environment.

The visit proceeds to Ribeira da Janela, known for its dramatic coastal rock formations, and then to Seixal, a village characterized by its black sand beach, waterfalls, and lush surroundings.

Stop at São Vicente Waterfall to see cascading waters plunging down forested cliffs before concluding with a scenic drive through the Serra de Água valley, surrounded by mountains and rural landscapes.

Includes

• Visit to Ponta de São Lourenço
• Porto da Cruz and rum distillery tour
• Visit to Santana
• Rocha do Navio viewpoint
• Miradouro Beira da Quinta viewpoint
• Porto Moniz volcanic swimming pools
• Ribeira da Janela coastal view
• Seixal village and beach
• São Vicente Waterfall
• Drive through Serra de Água valley

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Booking Tips

Bring comfortable walking shoes and sun protection. The best time to visit is during clear weather for optimal views. Booking in advance is recommended due to limited availability.