Discover the east part of Madeira. After hotel pickup, start your tour by heading towards Pico do Arieiro, the highest mountain accessible by car and the third-highest of the island (1818m). Here you will be astonished by the fantastic views over the mountains and the nature of the island. Descend towards Ribeiro Frio located in the middle of the "Laurisilva" (local laurel forest). It's part of the World Heritage of UNESCO and a great spot to watch the nature.

Continuing along the north coast, you'll pass through Faial and arrive at Santana. This town is known for its typical and original thatched-roof houses. After lunch, admire Ponta de São Lourenço, with several rocky formations and impressive views. Last but not least, before returning to your hotel, visit Machico. It's the historic city where the discoverers landed on Madeira for the first time in 1419.

Driver guide was excellent and helpful but seating was uncomfortable on the minibus.

Carlos the guide was very knowledgeable and a great driver. Only downside was pick up time given when booking in the App.An email or confirmation text would of been helpful.Great value tour and guide.

Eneste minus er pladsen i bussen, her er installeret en ekstra række sæder på meget lidt plads, jeg er kun 172cm høj og stødte knæene mod sædet foran, det er ikke behageligt på en heldags tur.

Die Zeit bei den Stops war angemessen. Der Guide hat viel erzählt und ist auf Fragen eingegangen. Der Bus war voll besetzt und es war ziemlich eng. Trotzdem eine sehr schöne Tour.

Ein sehr freundlicher und kundiger Reiseführer, jedoch ein kleiner, vollbesetzter Bus mit knapper Beinfreiheit und relativer Enge zum Sitznachbarn. Leider musste ich noch einen zusätzlichen Transferzuschlag in Höhe von 30€ zahlen vom Hotel Saccharum nach Funchal.

Leider war das Wetter regnerisch. Es wurde Pausen an Stellen gemacht, die verregnet waren. Da hätte man Alternativen anbieten sollen. Im Bus war es leider sehr kalt..Der Guide aber sehr nett. Wasser im Bus wäre gut gewesen. Pünktlich war top.

Why you’ll love this…

Discover Pico do Arieiro and admire views over the mountains
Visit Santana and see original thatched-roof houses
Enjoy nature in the Laurisilva forest

Important to know

Not suitable for: wheelchair users or people with reduced mobility
Extra fees to be paid on-site: pickup and drop-off service for Caniço area (10€ per person/each way/net) and Santa Cruz area (15€ per person/each way/net). Free pickup and drop-off service is included for Funchal City hotels only
Know in advance: you'll have free lunchtime and will be able to have lunch in a bar or restaurant at your own expenses
Remember to bring: during the guided tour you will have the opportunity to walk on a Levada (depending on weather conditions). If you would like to participate in this Levada walk, please bring suitable footwear

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What’s included

Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
Driver guide

What’s not included

Food and drinks

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Meeting point:

Pickup and drop-off service is included for Funchal City hotels only. Please provide your accommodation address at checkout. The local supplier will confirm your pickup time and location prior to the tour.

Provider

Imagens & Destinos, Unipessoal, Lda

What people say about this experience

4.4/5

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3/5

Staff

4.6/5

Value for money

4.2/5

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4 stars (14)

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Old grandad
Travelled as a couple
27 March 2026
3.8
United Kingdom
Driver guide was excellent and helpful but seating was uncomfortable on the minibus.
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Lisa W
Travelled as a couple
26 February 2026
4.2
United Kingdom
Carlos the guide was very knowledgeable and a great driver. Only downside was pick up time given when booking in the App.An email or confirmation text would of been helpful.Great value tour and guide.
M
Martin Niemann
Travelled as a couple
19 April 2026
3.8
Denmark
Eneste minus er pladsen i bussen, her er installeret en ekstra række sæder på meget lidt plads, jeg er kun 172cm høj og stødte knæene mod sædet foran, det er ikke behageligt på en heldags tur.
S
Sonnenschein
Travelled as a couple
15 April 2026
4.2
Germany
Die Zeit bei den Stops war angemessen. Der Guide hat viel erzählt und ist auf Fragen eingegangen. Der Bus war voll besetzt und es war ziemlich eng. Trotzdem eine sehr schöne Tour.
J
Jürgen
Solo traveller
14 April 2026
3.4
Germany
Ein sehr freundlicher und kundiger Reiseführer, jedoch ein kleiner, vollbesetzter Bus mit knapper Beinfreiheit und relativer Enge zum Sitznachbarn. Leider musste ich noch einen zusätzlichen Transferzuschlag in Höhe von 30€ zahlen vom Hotel Saccharum nach Funchal.
J
J.H.
Travelled as a couple
10 April 2026
4.2
Germany
Leider war das Wetter regnerisch. Es wurde Pausen an Stellen gemacht, die verregnet waren. Da hätte man Alternativen anbieten sollen. Im Bus war es leider sehr kalt..Der Guide aber sehr nett. Wasser im Bus wäre gut gewesen. Pünktlich war top.