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East Tour - Santana

27 Reviews 4.63 out of 5 stars Based on 27 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 96% of reviewers | Madeira, Portugal

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Overview

We call it the Typical Tour trought the East side of the Island. You will stop at the following locations (in order): Camacha, Pico Arieiro, Ribeiro Frio, Faial, Santana, Portela, Ponta de Sao Lourenco, Machico

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    Meeting and Pickup

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    If your accommodation/hotel is located outside Funchal and Caniço the price of the pick-up and drop-off it's on request.

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    Pico do Arieiro

    It is the island third highest peak at 1818 meters and the only accessible by car (entrance fee not included). Depending on the day, you might find yourself looking down on a sea of clouds, or be presented with a 360o specacular view of the island.
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Ribeiro Frio

    Inserted withing the Laurissilva Forest, it's an amazing place inside a lushful green valley. We can do a small walk in the middle of the forest named "Vereda dos Balcões" (entrance fee not included), this walk it might possible not to be made related to weather conditions. We can also visit the fishing tour nursery (entrance fee not included) on that village.
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Miradouro do guindaste

    Amazing place by the sea, with great views over the valleys and the massif of Eagle Eagle - Eagle's Nest
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Santana

    Known for its traditional houses, with triangular roofs covered in straw. Lovely place to visit and to rediscover the cultures of Madeira. It's also the lunch time (not included).
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    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Miradouro da Portela

    At this viewpoint you can get great views over Faial, Porto da Cruz and the Eagle's Nest massif.
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Ponta de Sao Lourenco

    This is the easternmost location on the island, unique in its rock formations and vegetation.
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Machico

    The place where Portuguese colonists first settled in 1419. Situated in a wide valley, offers a lot to see.
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Our company has the right to change the route depending on weather conditions

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the East Tour – Santana?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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