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Funchal, Madeira Short Visit Shore Excursion

3 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 3 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Madeira, Portugal

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Overview

Discover all the beauty of Madeira has to offer on a Ports of Call day in Funchal Cruise port, in a private vehicle in a 5 hr Tour. The driver will meet you directly at the cruise port. Visit and experience the thrilling Toboggan run in Monte (included in the price) A toboggan ride in Madeira's wicker sledges (Monte Baskets Cars) is an incredible experience. This attraction is in Funchal (Monte), and is unique in the World!, Câmara de Lobos, Cabo Girão, Pico dos Barcelos, Estalagem Eira do Serrado, Curral das Freiras, with your private driver and vehicle and taste some local Madeira wine and cake.

What's Included

  • Taste some local Madeira wine and cake.
  • Total duration 5 hours
  • Private vehicle service only your party in the vehicle
  • Gratuities
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The driver will meet you directly outside of the cruise terminal, at the specified pickup time holding a name board with your name

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Funchal (pass by)

Drive-through Funchal on your way to your first Location
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Camara De Lobos

Câmara de Lobos is a pretty fishing town that is located on the south-eastern side of Madeira
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cape Girão

Cabo Girão viewpoint, situated on the highest promontory in Europe, at an elevation of 580 m, offers a vertiginous view of the fajãs of Rancho and Cabo Girão – small areas of cultivated land at the foot of the cliff – as well as magnificent panoramic views over the ocean and the municipalities of Câmara de Lobos and Funchal.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Miradouro Pico Dos Barcelos

The Pico dos Barcelos Viewpoint is approximately 355 meters above sea level. From this point there is a splendid panoramic view over Funchal bay and the city area, with the Desertas Islands in the background.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Eira Do Serrado

The Eira do Serrado Viewpoint is situated 1096 meters above sea level, where we can enjoy a magnificent view over the Nun's Valley and the great mountains of the central massif that surround it. This belvedere was built in 1962. Access to the viewpoint it is made by a path that starts at the Inn of Eira do Serrado.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Curral das Freiras

Curral das Freiras - Nuns Valley is a small parish nestling between almost perpendicular mountains in the heart of the island.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Monte

Experience the thrilling Toboggan run
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cruise Pirs Funchal (pass by)

Return you back to the ship
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Monte Toboggan run is not available on Sundays they are closed.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Funchal, Madeira Short Visit Shore Excursion?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Activity code: C-118578P8

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  • Taste some local Madeira wine and cake.
  • Total duration 5 hours
  • Private vehicle service only your party in the vehicle
  • Cruise port pickup and drop-off
  • Monte Toboggan run
  • Gratuities

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Monte Toboggan run is not available on Sundays they are closed.
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