Departure for Madeira.
Upon arrival, private transfer to your hotel.
Right in the middle of the Atlantic, the islands of Madeira and Porto Santo are a haven of natural beauty. The exotic colours of the flowers stand out from among the blue sea and the emerald green vegetation; this is an archipelago where two thirds are a protected area and where the largest Laurisilva forest in the world is located. The springtime temperature, felt all year round, cries out for open air activities. You can go for a walk along the network of levadas (irrigation channels), visit the city of Funchal and discover the heritage associated with the Discoveries or roam freely around the island. Boat rides are an excellent way of admiring the coastline from a different perspective.
Accommodation in one of our suggested Luxury, Premium or Boutique Hotels.
Free day to enjoy the Island at your own pace. The city of Funchal today is very different from the fennel growing days when pirates often appeared. It is in fact a modern, cosmopolitan, rejuvenated city, well known for its many top class restaurants, stunning new 4 & 5 star hotels and warm all year round climate and of course it’s most famous export, world class footballer Cristiano Ronaldo! The city itself is nestled in a great natural amphitheatre, facing the blue Atlantic with a backdrop of dramatic mountains.
Located in the stunning south of Madeira, on its sunniest coast amidst banana plantations and wonderful gardens where flowers bloom all year round in the shelter of the verdant mountains, it is an extremely lush, green and relaxed city by day but scratch Funchal’s surface and you will find it to have a vibrant and varied nightlife scene with multiple personalities. Embark on an interactive journey through Madeira’s past at the Story Centre or simply wander the streets of the capital to encounter charming historical areas and picturesque squares. Numerous churches and convents date back to the 15th century, from the tiny basalt cave of Capela de São Vicente to the ornate interiors of the Sé Cathedral.
Madeira’s abundance of protected reserves are a true wonder for nature lovers. Myriad walking trails through rare Laurissilva forests reward hikers with breath taking mountain views, while scuba divers can explore the crystal clear waters of Garajau Natural Reserve. Numerous parks and gardens boast fascinating subtropical plants and a spectacular carpet of colour, culminating with the annual Flower Festival in springtime.
One of the pleasures of an island holiday is that the ocean is never too far away! Spend your days exploring the coastline of majestic cliffs, pebbled beaches and natural rock pools that attest to the island’s volcanic origins, or take a ferry to Porto Santo and enjoy miles of golden beaches. Blessed with an almost perfect climate, you will soon realize that one trip to Madeira is simply not enough!
Accommodation in one of our suggested Luxury, Premium or Boutique Hotels.
After breakfast, you will be transferred towards Porto Santo.
Located to the northeast of the island of Madeira, Porto Santo is often referred to as the "Golden Island", and it served as the home of famous explorer Christopher Columbus for a few years.
Enjoy its golden beaches, or visit the local golf course for a more competitive experience.
Afterwards, you will be transferred back to Madeira island.
Accommodation in one of our suggested Luxury, Premium or Boutique Hotels.
Free day to enjoy the Island at your own pace.
Accommodation in one of our suggested Luxury, Premium or Boutique Hotels.
Enjoy your last day on the island, walking along the water front and just relaxing. At the end of the afternoon you will have your private transfer to the airport. Departure to Porto or Lisbon.
End of trip. Hope you enjoyed!
