Private Tour
Madeira Island Private Wine Full-day Tour in all terrain vehicle
Overview
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I am one of the lucky ones doing what I love for a living, and you will feel that passion in every moment of our tour. Over the years, I have been discovering this island — its hidden corners, people, stories, and history — which we’ll enjoy between stops. Wine is just the cherry on top as we visit regions across north and south Madeira.
This is not a typical crowded wine tour. We avoid the busiest times and areas, and between tastings, there are many surprises. Some stops may be shortened, extended, or replaced if you’ve already visited them.
Pickup times are flexible, arranged with the guide.
Important: The tour runs Tuesday to Friday; on Mondays, weekends, and public holidays, some vineyards and cellars are closed.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Miradouro da Encumeada
When the weather allows, in this place we can admire both north and south views from a 1000 meter high sightseeing point
Quinta Do Barbusano
This tour will take you to Madeira's most beautiful vineyards in São Vicente, Northwest of Madeira. Surrounded by breathtaking landscapes where cliffs, mountains, forest, and cultivated terraces melt harmoniously. This is a perfect symbiosis between culture and nature. Regardless of the amazing scenery, we will visit producers on the south and north side of the island and try the most relevant types of wine. From the worldwide famous fortified Madeira Wine to table wines and homemade using traditional grape varietals and processes. For lunch break, we can have a snack or a typical meal in a non-touristy restaurant. Because these are unique tours, customized to each guest, other stops and options with more surprises will be suggested to add to your tour. Please bring a fully charged camera, the diversity in terms of the landscape it's simply mindblowing, and with a panoramic roof, anytime can be a photo time.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Certified Guide
Insurances required by the Portuguese Tourism Bureau
15/18 euros for Lunch per person.
18 € per/person for the entrance/wines in Quinta Barbusano for table wines( 6 different) and 12 € for the Entrance and Wines (8 different ) in Henriques&Henriques Madeira Fortified Wines
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Groups up to 5 people
All hotels and AirBnB
Pickup included
Groups up to 3 people
All Hotels and AirBnBs
Pickup included
Reviews
47 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great guide for private Madeira experience
Dave Eggs,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Vald was great. Just my wife and me. Opened our eyes to all that Madeira has to offer explorers, and has made us consider coming back for another visit. Learned so much about Madeira, tasted some wonderful wines, had a very nice lunch, and saw much beauty. No question went unanswered. Helped us plan the rest of our Madeira week. Highly recommended, worth every Euro.
Best tour we've done!
453tyg,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our private winery and island tour in Madeira with Val was hands down the BEST private tour we have ever done! it’s going to be very hard for anything to top it. From the moment he picked us up in his vintage Rover, we knew the day was going to be special. Val took us all across the island, weaving through stunning landscapes and bringing us to so many off-the-beaten-path places we never would have discovered on our own. What made it even more meaningful was that he is a *true local—born and raised in Madeira*—and his passion for the island shines through in every story he shares. The depth of history and personal insight he provided made us feel like we were experiencing Madeira through the eyes of a friend, not just a guide. His knowledge of Madeira wine was absolutely incredible. Visiting multiple wineries with him elevated the entire experience—he explained the wines, terroir, and production in such an approachable and fascinating way that we walked away with a completely new appreciation for Madeira wines. It felt intimate and personalized, not like a typical tasting. One of our favorite parts of the day was sharing a meal with him at a local restaurant—it added such an authentic and relaxed feel to the experience. He truly customized the entire day around what we wanted most, including taking us to see a beautiful levada and giving us thoughtful recommendations on the best ones to hike (which was one of our main reasons for visiting Madeira). By the end of the day, it genuinely felt like we had made a new friend. Val went above and beyond in every way, and his passion, knowledge, and kindness made this an unforgettable experience. If you’re visiting Madeira, this is an absolute must. We will 100% be booking with him again the next time we return!
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Renate V,Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was an absolutely fantastic day. Valdemar is a great guide, his love of his homeland and above all his profound knowledge of wine growing makes this tour really a special experience, thank you
Unforgettable two days in Madeira
lizziesarahj,Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an incredible two days exploring Madeira with Val. He’s not only extremely knowledgeable about the island but also passionate about sharing its history. He tailors each trip to your interests and needs. Since it was our first time in Madeira, Val made sure we experienced as much as possible taking us off the beaten path to places most tourists never get to see. One of the highlights was standing 6,000ft up, looking down at the clouds. We had a great experience trying local wines and food while taking in breathtaking views. I wanted to bring some local produce home, and Val went out of his way to make sure I found what I was looking for. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide thank you!
Wine Tour with Val. .
roboman111,May 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Val has more knowledge of the history, culture, and character of Madeira than he could fit into 8 hours. We fully enjoyed every minute and feel like we’ve made a new friend.
Wonderful scenic wine tour with a great guide.
MegMagruder,Apr 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such a great time with Val on our wine tour that we decided to book him for another full day. The local knowledge he has about the island made our tours very special. Val is now a friend and we can’t wait to visit again!
Perfect!
Jessica P,Mar 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00No words needed! In Madeira's worst weather Val picked us up! We were more than skeptical if this would be a tour as we had imagined it! You should not expect a hop on hop off and immediately star hail! But what you can be sure of! You see extraordinary streets/corners you learn an incredible amount you taste great wines and you eat sooo delicious! You'll find yourself in corners where you would never have ended up in life without native knowledge! It's clear to us! We will book Val again next time! Unforgettable time! 9:00-17:30! Hammmmaaaaaa! Thanks 🙏🏻
Val is the best!
GLA53,Mar 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00All the positive comments below are 100% true and more. Val is the best! Knowledgeable, friendly, funny, he made our day very special. Highly recommend!
A full day exploring Madeira and it’s wines.
Kate T,Mar 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A fantastic day exploring Madeira and learning about its wine. Val was an engaging, enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide taking us to places we would never have found ourselves. A thoroughly enjoyable day.
Val and his Madeira driving/wine tour.
Wallacepmr,Feb 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good tour of various parts of the island. Extended visits to a vineyard/winery and a Madeira winery. Val gave as an informative overview of the history, geography and economy of the island. Val is a very knowledgable resident, experienced guide and a fine driver. Our tour was in English but he also described tours with other languages and his willingness to customize based on interests and preferences of his guests. I would thoroughly recommend Val and his tours.
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