Madeira: Wine Tasting Experience Honey Museum and Cabo Girão

Madeira



Experience Cabo Girão, one of the world 's highest sea cliffs. Then indulge in a guided vineyard tour and a wine tasting, immersing in Madeira's rich sustainable traditions.

Madeira Wine and North Coast Tour from Funchal

This guided tour from Funchal suits nature and wine enthusiasts seeking off-road adventure, coastal views, and Madeira wine tasting.

Highlights

  • Explore Serra d’Água’s panoramic views
  • Discover São Vicente Village and its evergreen mountains
  • Visit a wine lodge with Madeira table wine tasting
  • Learn about Madeira wine production and culture
  • View Europe’s highest sea cliff and its glass platform at Cabo Girão

Description

The tour begins in Funchal, driving to Serra d'Água for off-road experiences with views over Porto Moniz, Ribeira da Janela, Paúl da Serra, and São Vicente. You will then travel to Madeira’s main wine region to explore the largest vineyards on the island. Here, a professional guide explains the history, culture, and production process of Madeira wines, followed by a tasting of one rosé, three whites, and two red table wines, paired with Portuguese cheese and chorizo.

After a lunch break (meals not included), the tour visits Cabo Girão cliff, 580 meters above sea level, featuring a glass skywalk with panoramic views over the Atlantic, Câmara de Lobos, and Funchal (entry fee not included).

The tour concludes in the fishing village of Câmara de Lobos with a visit to the Henriques & Henriques Madeira Wine Lodge. Guests taste the iconic 3-year-old Madeira Sweet and Dry wines. Note that visits to this lodge are unavailable on weekends and some Portuguese holidays; on these days, a 20-minute visit to the traditional fishing village in Câmara de Lobos Bay replaces the wine lodge tour.

Includes

  • Free pickup and drop-off within Funchal’s central area and near Funchal Port
  • Professional local guide
  • All insurances according to Portuguese law
  • Safety instructions and first aid support
  • Vehicles sanitized with ozone
  • Local taxes
  • Madeira table wine tasting (3 whites, 2 reds, 1 rosé)
  • Madeira wine tasting (sweet or dry varieties aged 3, 10, and 15 years)

Excludes

  • Pickup and drop-off outside central Funchal (additional fee applies)
  • Food and drinks except for wines and snacks
  • Entrance fee to Cabo Girão (€3)

Important Information

  • Pickup and drop-off outside Funchal’s central area incur an additional fee

Cancellation Policy

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

For best experience, bring comfortable shoes for off-road walking and dress for changing weather. Booking in advance is recommended, especially on weekends and holidays when the wine lodge visit is not available.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes visits to vineyards, Madeira wine tasting at a wine lodge, a stop at the Honey Museum, and a visit to Cabo Girão sea cliffs.
The full-day tour starts from Funchal, Madeira's capital city.
Yes, the tour features Madeira table wine tasting at a traditional wine lodge.
Yes, the tour covers natural sites such as Serra d’Água, São Vicente’s mountains, and Cabo Girão cliffs.
Cabo Girão is on Madeira’s south coast and is known for its high sea cliff and suspended glass platform.
This is a full-day guided tour, typically lasting several hours; check the website for exact duration.
Yes, the guide explains Madeira’s wine production process and wine culture.
Yes, transportation from Funchal is included, featuring both road and some off-road travel.
Yes, the tour includes a visit to the Honey Museum as part of the itinerary.
There may be short walks for viewing points and museum visits, but the tour mainly involves travel by vehicle.

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