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Nun's Valley Open 4X4 Tour

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Madeira, Portugal

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4 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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French, Spanish, Portuguese

Overview

On this tour, you will visit the interior of Madeira Island, visiting the Curral das Freiras village (Nun's Valley) and Pico Areeiro.
Learn about the history of this places, a reforested area & Paredão viewpoint, great scenery all the time with cliffs, mountains and reaching to the top, the 3rd highest Madeira's peak, at 1818 meters high.

What's Included

  • Maximum 8 persons per vehicle
  • Liability insurance
  • Hotel/port pick-up and drop-off
  • Gratuities
  • Pick up outside of Funchal extra fee
  • Pick up at the cruise dock extra fee
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Av. Sá Carneiro 27
9000-017 Funchal, Portugal

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What To Expect

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Miradouro Pico Dos Barcelos

this belvedere dates from 1950. At approximately 355 metres above sea level, it offers a panoramic view overlooking Funchal Bay.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Curral das Freiras

Curral das Freiras was the property of a couple that sold this land to the captain of Funchal, João Gonçalves da Câmara. This captain gave the lands to his daughters when they entered the Santa Clara convent (also built by him).
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Miradouros Do Paredao

Montado do Paredão an area which was subject to intensive reforestation works.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pico do Arieiro

is Madeira Island's third highest peak. Most days, visitors can stand and look down on the clouds. The air is fresh and clear and the sun is very bright. On a clear day it is possible to see the neighbouring island of Porto Santo, 30 miles to the northeast.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Valley of the Nuns

In 1566 the nuns from the Santa Clara convent fled from pirates attacking Funchal and found seclusion here, where they also brought the convent treasure. The parish is very isolated, and locals mainly live of what they grow. The local chestnuts are delicious and are used in everyday cooking.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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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 pregnant travelers
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Nun’s Valley Open 4X4 Tour?

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). Read more Apr 2025

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

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Activity code: C-16813P7

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  • Maximum 8 persons per vehicle
  • Liability insurance
  • Hotel/port pick-up and drop-off
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  • Gratuities
  • Pick up outside of Funchal extra fee
  • Pick up at the cruise dock extra fee

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  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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  • Specialized infant seats are available
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