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Nuns Valley half-day guided tour

4.3/5
42 reviews

Curral das Freiras, a small parish surrounded by steep mountains, is situated in the heart of the island. It is believed that this deep valley was formed either by erosion or volcanic activity. After passing by the church of Santo António, you'll stop at the Pico dos Barcelos viewpoint, at 350 metres, where you'll enjoy the magnificent view of Funchal.

You'll then proceed through the mountains until you reach Eira do Serrado, from where you'll have an excellent view from 1,094 metres over Curral das Freiras. After visiting Curral das Freiras, you'll then return to Funchal.

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Madeira
Duration: 4 hours
Language:English, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Instant confirmation
Guided tour
Transport included
Pet friendly

Why you’ll love this…

  • You'll explore the enchanting Nun's Valley, nestled amidst steep mountains
  • There's Eira do Serrado's stunning 1,094-metre view over Curral das Freiras to admire
  • You can marvel at Funchal's beauty from Pico dos Barcelos viewpoint, 350 metres high

Important to know

Extra fees to be paid on site:

  • Pick-up and drop-off from hotels in Caniço costs €10 per person
  • Pick-up and drop-off from hotels in Santa Cruz costs €15 per person
  • Pick-up and drop-off from hotels in Calheta costs €20 per person

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
  • Transportation

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 hotel and phone number at check out.

Provider

Imagens & Destinos, Unipessoal, Lda


What people say about this experience

4.3/5

All reviews are verified

Based on 42 reviews


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  • J

    Jane

    Travelled as a couple


    23 May 2026
    4.6

    United Kingdom

    Our guide Michael was very good. He was an excellent driver & a very knowledgeable guide. The scenery throughout was spectacular. Took us to two viewing points & then onto the Nuns Valley. We only had half hour at the village so after a quick coffee & comfort break there wasn't much time to look around. Our trip was advertised as four hours in total but was just over three hours. Unfortunately some of the passengers were not dropped back to their hotels where they were picked up from.

  • S

    SteveV

    Travelled as a couple


    10 January 2026
    4.6

    United Kingdom

    Excellent driver/ guide. The mountain viewpoint was incredible.

  • T

    TUI Musement Traveler

    13 May 2026
    4

    United Kingdom

    Despite being given two separate pick up times 30 mins apart, from two different sources, via phone and text / email, the driver saved this from being given a much worse vote. An enjoyable run out nonetheless with some spectacular views

  • T

    TUI Musement Traveler

    4 April 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    Benjamin was a good driver and an excellent tour guide.

  • D

    Dorothea

    Solo traveller


    27 January 2026
    2.2

    Germany

    Am Morgen vergeblich auf vereinbarte Abholung gewartet, nach Anruf beim Anbieter wurde Teilnahme am Nachmittag angeboten, Abholung erfolgte dann deutlich verspätet; Fahrzeug in keinem guten Zustand, unbequem; Fahrer / Guide sehr freundlich und bemüht, wirkte gleichzeitig gestresst; Fahrweise auf Serpentinenstraßen und innerorts zu forsch; an Aussichtspunkten und während der Fahrt nur die nötigsten Infos, während der kurzen Spaziergänge zu den Aussichtspunkten und im Dorf blieb der Guide am Wagen

  • L

    Lena

    Solo traveller


    17 January 2026
    5

    Sweden

    Magisk utsikt!