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Excursions in Madeira
Despite its small size, Madeira is an extraordinary
island of boundless beauty. With our carefully ”
selected excursions, you can get to know Madeira
more intimately, explore its hard to reach regions Discover & explore the hidden gems of
and appreciate breath-taking natural scenery Madeira, by taking advantage of one of
from view-points that you would otherwise have our incredible excursions.
missed. With both half-day and full-day options
available, you can visit different parts of Madeira ”
and have experiences that will make you fall in
love with this island more than ever.
SUNDAY MARKET & GARDEN PALHEIRO GARDENS & LEVADA WALK
HALF DAY EXCURSION HALF DAY EXCURSION
The tour will take you to Ponta do Visit the gardens of Quinta do Palheiro
Garuja, famous for its ‘Christ the before setting off along a levada*
Redeemer’ statue before heading to (man-made irrigation channel
Santo da Serra to visit the local village feeding water from the mountains
and gardens. Sample various local to the houses and plantations) and
foods at the Sunday market stalls enjoying tea at the Jasmin Tea House.
before enjoying a panoramic view over * Comfortable clothing and adequate
Machico valley. footwear advised for the 1-hour walk.
WEST ISLAND TOUR EAST ISLAND TOUR
FULL DAY EXCURSION FULL DAY EXCURSION
Pass by the picturesque Câmara de Head to Pico do Arieiro, the 3rd
Lobos and the vineyards to Cabo Girão, highest peak on the island before
the highest sea cliff in Europe. Continue visiting Santana village, famous for its
to São Vicente, with its breath-taking traditional thatched roof houses and
views of the sea and enjoy a 3-course vineyards. Visit the vineyards of Viverde
lunch in Porto Moniz. Lastly visit Riberia Hotel Quinta do Furão, for a 3-course
Brava, a pleasant seaside village, before lunch before visiting the village of
returning to Funchal. Machico, Madeira’s original capital.
EVENING WITH FOLKLORE BEST OF MADEIRA
HALF DAY EXCURSION HALF DAY EXCURSION
You are invited to dine at a typical Depart to Monte to visit the ‘Church
Madeiran restaurant located just of Our Lady of Monte’ and experience
outside of Funchal. During the one of the ancient means of transport
traditional dinner, of ‘Espetada’ in Madeira, the famous taboggan ride
(skewered meat served hanging from down the hillside. The tour continues
a hook over the table), you will be to Eira do Serrado before you enjoy
entertained by fado singers and local tasting a local speciality liquor, Ginja,
folklore dancers. eventually returning to Funchal.
For more detailed information please visit our website www.cyplon.co.uk Excursions in Madeira 9
