From Funchal: Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour

From Funchal: Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour

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Discover the island of Madeira on a small-group sightseeing tour from the capital of Funchal. Journey to Nuns Valley and across to Monte with its breathtaking views.

Highlights

Journey through the green mountains and valleys of the west of Madeira
Get breathtaking views from one of Madeira's most stunning lookout points
Try some of the traditional foods of Madeira, including chestnut cake
See where the remains of the last Austro-Hungarian emperor lie in Monte
Take a thrilling toboggan ride and experience one of Madeira's oldest modes of transport

Description

Depart Funchal and journey to the Pico dos Barcelos to experience one of Madeira's unique viewpoints. Get a breathtaking view of all points of the island, before making your way up to Eira do Serrado. Admire the surrounding chestnut trees and eucalyptus plants of the natural wonderland. The ancient footpaths are still used by locals and tourists, and the narrow road and tunnels can still be seen. From an altitude of 1,094 meters above sea level, see across to the Nuns Valley. Isolated from the rest of the island, the Nuns Valley is surrounded by lava rock and takes its name from the nuns that once inhabited the valley as they fled from pirate attacks during the 16th century. Try some traditional chestnut cake and pastries only found in the region, (not included in the price) along with different traditional liquors included in the Then, go to Monte, one of Madeira´s old tourist stops, and visit the church where the tomb of the Emperor Charles I of Austria can be found. Add a little adventure to the day and enjoy an unforgettable 2-kilometer toboggan ride down the old road of Livramento, where the bus will pick you up at the bottom.

Includes

Guided tour Sledge (toboggan) ride Pickup for cruiseliner guests from the meeting point at the Cristiano Ronaldo Museum Hotel Pickup and drop-off Free liquor tasting in nuns valley Village

Important Information

Children under 3 years old can ride on a parent's lap
Bookings for one person have an additional cost of €10.00 for the toboggan ride, because a single person occupies the two places when possible but only when possible we can pair singles on the sledge.
There are no discounts for children at this attraction . On a rainy day baskets of three do not go down, in case of a third person they must pay the aditional cost of 10€ . The entrance to the nuns house of 200 years has a cost of 1.00€ to visit. . Please note pick ups for Santa Cruz, Caniço and Camara Lobos guests are much earlier than guests living in Funchal. . Guests coming by car from Ponta do Sol, Calheta, São Vicente, Santana etc the meeting point will by the main road by Hotel Madeira Panoramico in Funchal this area has free parking.

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From Funchal: Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour

Discover the island of Madeira on a small-group sightseeing tour from the capital of Funchal. Journey to Nuns Valley and across to Monte with its breathtaking views.

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