Overview
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8 hours
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Discover the traditional houses of Santana on a full-day tour from Funchal. Admire the unique charm and beauty of the region's iconic houses, and see the third-highest mountain in Madeira, Pico do Areeiro.
Leave Funchal and first head to Pico do Areeiro at 1818 meters above sea level. On the way down to Santana, make a brief stop at Ribeiro Frio to visit the trout hatchery, surrounded by a beautiful garden with rare trees and endemic plants of the island (entrance not included).
Discover Madeira's Laurisilva Forest in Ribeiro Frio, which was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1999. In Santana, see the typical houses of the region. Take a lunch break here.
On the way back to Funchal, drive along the stunning North Coast and stop in Porto da Cruz, from where you can enjoy the view of the North Coast and the impressive rock formation Penha d'Águia. Return to the hotel via Ponta de São Lourenço with its beautiful, lunar-like landscapes.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Pico Do Areeiro
Pico do Areeiro, the third-highest point on the island of Madeira, is located at an altitude of 1,818 metres. From this place you can observers the unique grandeurs of Madeira's Mountainous Massif, Ponta de São Lourenço, Curral das Freiras and, on clear days, the island of Porto Santo. Stop for free visit.
Ribeiro Frio
Ribeiro Frio is a privileged place to observe Madeira's fauna and flora. You will also find the Ribeiro Frio Aquaculture Centre whose rainbow trout. Stop for free visit.
Options
Pickup Jardim da Serra
Jardim da Serra Pickup included
Ponta Delgada, São Vicente
Ponta Delgada, São Vicente Pickup included
R. Brava, P. Sol, Eira Serrado
R. Brava, P. Sol, Eira Serrado Pickup included
Calheta,Machi,Pz.,S.Serra,Gaul
Calheta,Machi,Pz.,S.Serra,Gaul Pickup included
Pickup Funchal & Caniço
Funchal & Caniço Pickup included
Pickup Estreito
Estreito Pickup included
Caniç.,P.Moniz,S.Jorge,Bvra,PC
Caniç.,P.Moniz,S.Jorge,Bvra,PC Pickup included
What‘s Included
In-person Guide
Lunch
Hotel pickup & drop-off: If pick up at your hotel is not available a near location will be provided
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent.
942rosannaa,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful tour, I would return to see many more places.
Dealing with people
Karla K,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The tour was very beautiful. However, someone fell into the water and that person was not allowed to continue because they were wet and in their underwear. When one sets off together, one does not leave anyone behind because of something like that. One should have solutions ready for such cases that do not mean exclusion from the tour. I did not find that pleasant.
Madeira East Tour
51johannesa,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very beautiful tour! Excellent tour guide!
Very informative day
Stefanie3004,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very informative! Thank you, I would gladly recommend it.
A beautiful and interesting visit.
Dreamer313762,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00A beautiful and interesting visit to the east of Madeira.
Good for getting an overview of the east of Madeira.
constanzef266,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Good driver, great tour guide Ruth! 🥰 With a group size of about 50 people, the time at some stops is a bit short.
Discovering the east of Madeira 😊
DayTrip28748585407,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00A very beautiful discovery of the east of Madeira. Magnificent viewpoints. The meal was very good. A beautiful visit overall! Good explanations from the guide.
Highly recommended.
248j rgh,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Eventful day, a great tour to get to know a part of the island.
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