We started this excursion to the East of the Island with a visit to Camacha, a place known for making handicrafts such as wicker baskets We cross the village of Porto da Cruz, an area known for producing part of the wine in the region, heading towards the city of Santana, where there are the famous thatched roof houses. After having lunch in Faial, we started the climb up the mountains towards Ribeiro Frio where we visited the trout pond and took a short walk along the Levada dos Balcões. We continued our journey to one of the highest peaks in Madeira at 1810 m, Pico do Arieiro.Visit Câmara de Lobos following Cabo Girão with 580m height, famous for its suspended glass platform, Ribeira Brava, Ponta de Sol. In Porto Moniz so that our customers can enjoy lunch and enjoy the pools natural. Returning to Funchal, we passed by Véu da Noiva (Miradouro) making the return to Funchal through São Vicente.

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West of Madeira

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Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools On this day you will discover several natural wonders, as well as surprising landscapes. Start in Câmara de Lobos, a picturesque fishing village featured in Sir Winston Churchill's 1950 painting. Continue the journey towards Cabo Girão and admire the wine fields, used for the production of the famous Madeira Wine. Reach the highest maritime cliff in Europe, and the second highest in the world, Cabo Girão with 580 meters high. Follow the west coast until you reach Ribeira Brava, and the Encumeadas viewpoint, at 1007 meters. Admire the wonderful landscapes both on the coast and on the island. Proceeding, you will cross the plateau of Paúl da Serra, the largest plateau on the island of Madeira. Stop for a snack in Porto Moniz, a famous spot in the north of the island, known for its natural pools. Driving towards São Vicente, you will enjoy the small waterfalls, passing through Seixal, along the way. End of the day with a visit to São Vicente. Return to the Hotel.

Duration:  2 hours

East of Madeira

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Casas Tipicas de Santana Start this tour towards Pico do Arieiro, the highest mountain accessible by car and the third highest on the island (1818m). Here you will be amazed by the fantastic views over the mountains and the island. Descent towards Ribeiro Frio, located in the Laurissilva forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where nature lives in perfect harmony. Continuing along the north coast, pass through Faial and arrive at Santana, a village known for its typical and original thatched roof houses. After lunch, admire Ponta de São Lourenço, with several rock formations and impressive views. Arrive in Machico, a historic town where the discoverers first landed in 1419. Return to the Hotel.

Duration:  2 hours

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•  Wheelchair accessible
•  Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
•  Public transportation options are available nearby
•  Specialized infant seats are available
•  All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
•  Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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