DAY 1 - ARRIVAL TO FUNCHAL
Welcome to the island of Madeira. A transfer will pick you up from the airport and take you to your hotel for check-in.
Overnight in Funchal.

DAY 2 - FUNCHAL TUK TUK TOUR
Get to know Madeira‘s capital in a very special way today - by tuktuk. The little vehicles, also called pedicab or rickshaws, are a popular way of exploring the city in a comfortable and efficient way. There is a variety of providers offering different routes, round trips and even hop-on-hop-off tours. Your local driver will give you insider tips en route and show you Funchal‘s most beautiful spots and most iconic sites. Enjoy your first day in Madeira and gain a first impression of your surroundings. You will surely spot places that you might want to explore in more detail later on!
Overnight in Funchal.

DAY 3 - LEVADA DO NORTE WALK
Despite its name the Levada do Norte walk will lead you to Madeira‘s stunning south coast, below the Cabo Girão, one of the highest cliffs in Europe. During the fairly easy 2-hour walk you will enjoy spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean, the lush green landscape and traditional Madeira buildings. The path partly follows along the Levadas dos Tornos as one of the most important in the island‘s Levada network. Levadas are a system of aqueducts that are many kilometers long and used to transport water from different sources to its point of use. Reaching Campanário and Ribeira Brava you will be rewarded with the most amazing views! Return to your hotel in Funchal. Overnight in Funchal.

DAY 4 - CALHETA BEACH OR CAVES OF SÃO VICENTE
Enjoy a relaxing day on Calheta Beach, one of the few sandy beaches on the island. Its sand was imported from the Western Sahara and officially opened in 2004. Attached to it is a modern marina and it offers a bunch of water sports and activities such as windsurfing, kayaking, paragliding and scuba-diving. About a 40 minute drive from the beach, on the north side of the island, are the Caves of São Vicente. The caves were formed around 890,000 years ago from a volcanic eruption that ran down the sea. Whilst the outside solidified rapidly due to lower temperatures, the lava on the inside continued to run forming a series of tubes which constitute the Caves of São Vicente. Framed by a lovely garden on the outside, the inside of the caves consists of a huge grotto with an underground pond. Learn more about its geology in the Volcanism Centre above ground after your tour.
Back to Funchal for your overnight stay.
Overnight in Funchal.

DAY 5 - SANTANA & THE MOUNTAINS OF MADEIRA
Your day starts off with a visit to Pico Ruivo, Madeira‘s third highest mountain with an altitude of 1818 meters. Take in the breathtaking views from up there before continuing on your journey towards Ribeiro Frio and the Laurissilva Forest. The next destination of today is Santana, known for its “Casas de Santana“ - traditional, triangular houses with thatched roofs. Further along the north coast, in Porto da Cruz, you will visit a rum factory and the city of Machico where the Portuguese first landed in 1419. Before you return to Funchal you stop off in Camacha, famous for its wickerwork. Conclude your day with a sailing trip and spot some whales and dolphin if you are lucky.
Overnight in Funchal.

DAY 6 - MONTE CABLE CAR - MONTE PALACE GARDENS - TOBBOGANING
An experience you should not miss out on is taking the cable car from Funchal to Monte. From the old town a 15-minute journey will take you high above the roofs of Madeira‘s capital with amazing panoramic views all the way to the picturesque village of Monte. When you get to Monte - another must-see for people coming to Madeira - head to the Palace Gardens. On 70.000sqm a collection of exotic plants awaits arranged around a majestic lake populated with swans and ducks. It also features a museum with sculptures and a unique selection of minerals. To spice up your afternoon, embark on a ride on one of the famous wicker sledges. During the so called tobogganing you will be manoeuvred down the hill by two traditionally dressed “drivers“ and reach up to 48km/h on the steepest parts. A family fun to remember! Why not make your way back to Funchal in the cable car again and enjoy those spectacular views once more.
Overnight in Funchal.

DAY 7 - DOLPHIN & WHALE WATCHING
Head out on a whale and dolphin watching experience today. After a quick security briefing and introduction to the species that can be found on Madeira‘s coast you board your boat at Funchal Harbour. It will take you along the magnificent south coast of the island and to several lookouts that almost guarantee the sighting of dolphins. Other animals you will most likely see are whales, seal monks and turtles. In between take in the incredible views of the breathtaking coastline and Madeira‘s mountain range. Starting from Funchal Harbour there is an exclusive dolphin experience available where you get to swim with the friendly sea creatures in the ocean.
Overnight in Funchal.

DAY 8 - CANYONING RIBEIRA DAS CALES
This beginner‘s canyoning experience is ideal to try out this extraordinary adventure for the first time. Starting at Chão da Lagoa in the Ecological Park of Funchal at 1500 m high, you begin conquering this beautiful waterfall by abseiling (rappelling), swimming and jumping. An amazing experience to test out your own physical limits in the safe hands of professional guides and to immerse yourself into Madeira‘s wild nature in a very special and fun way. Return to your hotel in Funchal to relax and unwind.
Overnight in Funchal.

DAY 9 - JEEP TOUR CENTRAL & WEST OF MADEIRA
Today your second adventure awaits on land. The jeep safari in an open roof land rover is a great way to discover the rugged northwest coast of Madeira and some of its most iconic natural sites. Starting in Funchal, your journey first takes you to Lugar de Baixo on the south coast from where you will continue to the plateau Paul da Serra, passing Lombo do Mouro and Bica da Cana. From here you can see the three highest mountains of Madeira - Pico do Areeiro (1818m), Pico das Torres (1851m) and Pico Ruivo (1862m). Afterwards you will head to Porto Moniz which is famous for its volcanic rock pools that were created millions of years ago. On your way back you will come through the Laurrissilva Forest. This type of subtropical forest is high in humidity and characterised by broadleaf tree species with evergreen, glossy leaves. It was declared UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999. Heading back south will lead you through São Vincente and Serra de Água, famous for the typical drink Poncha. Take a quick photo stop at Cabo Girão with its glass skywalk viewing platform.
Overnight in Funchal.

DAY 10 - DEPARTURE
Transfer to Funchal Airport and departure.