Private Tour
Private Madeira Island Tour: The Most Complete 8-Hour Experience
Overview
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Experience the most complete private tour of Madeira on this full-day 8–9 hour journey that showcases the island’s diverse beauty.
Travel along scenic old roads through charming villages, past cascading waterfalls and lush forests, and enjoy unforgettable stops at some of Madeira’s most breathtaking viewpoints.
Explore the striking landscapes of the São Lourenço Peninsula, discover hidden gems along the coastline, and take the opportunity to swim either at the black sand beach of Seixal or in the natural volcanic pools of Porto Moniz and much more.
Along the way, you’ll enjoy a small picnic with local snacks, with the option to stop at a traditional restaurant for lunch.
With hotel pick-up and drop-off included, this private tour is designed to give you the best of Madeira in one unforgettable day, blending nature, culture, and relaxation in the most complete island experience.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A maximum of 4 people per booking
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Cabo Girao
Cabo Girao Viewpoint offers you amazing views to the south Camara de Lobos and Funchal.
Baia de Camara de Lobos
Fisherman's Village with magnificent bay and promenade
What‘s Included
Light refreshments
Bottled water
Snacks
Driver/guide
Beverages
Lunch
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Semi Priv Half Day Island Tour
Half-Day Madeira Island Tour: The same tour, semi private, but a shorter route, duration 6 hours.
Itinerary without Santana and São Lourenço. Maximum 8 pax
Pickup included
Private Madeira Island FullDay
Complete Island Tour Private: Private Tour of Madeira Complete. Full Day tour.
Pickup included
Reviews
147 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A great way to start your vacation
Allison D,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We recently spent our honeymoon in Madeira, and honestly… every glowing review you’ve read online is completely justified. The island is beautiful. The problem was figuring out where to start. So we booked a full-day tour with Luis to get the lay of the land. This was my first time doing a guided tour on vacation, and I was a little skeptical. Turns out it was the perfect way to kick off our trip. One thing that really impressed us was how flexible Luis was with the itinerary. When we wanted to linger longer at certain spots, he was more than happy to adjust on the fly. We ended up hitting over 10 locations across the island, each one more beautiful than the last. If you’re planning a trip to Madeira, this tour is absolutely worth it. (P.S. Don’t forget to try the poncha)
Excellent excursion
CYRIL B,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Superb course, you can see most of the island in 1 day. I highly recommend it. Driver who is a local , excellent driver who made us have a very good time . Thanks to luis.
A wonderful and insightful tour of the island
Nicholas C,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We were a bit concerned about this trip as the weather forecast suggested heavy rain starting about halfway through our 8-hour experience. But we needn’t have worried. Luis, our driver and guide, contacted us beforehand in case we did want to cancel, but we decided against it and had a wonderful day. Luis even adjusted the itinerary so that we started at the Cabo Girao viewpoint instead of visiting it last in the rain. Our route took us across the mountains on winding roads through beautiful villages to picturesque small ports. All the while Luis kept us informed with cultural, geographical, geological and even sporting insights to the areas we visited. We stopped for lunch at a restaurant recommended by Luis and later enjoyed a poncha at an interesting old bar by the sea. Luis also gave us a picnic to take back to our hotel. Light rain eventually started just as we reached our final stopping point, but nothing could dampen what was a wonderful day out. Thank you very much, Luis.
This was a perfect way to...
pauline G,,Dec 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a perfect way to see the island. Luis our guide drove safely and carefully and was very knowledgeable about the island which he clearly loves.
Fabulous
Connie P,,Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Luis is an excellent and caring tour guide. We had a fabulous private tour which was exactly what we wanted. Beats the ship organised tours hands down. We saw all aspects of this beautiful island and well explained by a passionate local. Thank you Luis. Nick & Connie
Great Tour
Richard N,,Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Juan was an excellent guide! He was vey knowledgeable and helful, and the sites we saw were beautiful.
The best tour of Madeira
Jasmine T,,Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the very best day with our tour guide Luis. He was so patient, kind and friendly and had amazing local recommendations and history to share. We enjoyed a full a exploring the entire island, the tour included a picnic snacks and all the highlight sights of Madeira! He even added a special trip to my grandparents village to see the church which was so special and appreciated. He was a fantastic driver, patient, knowledgeable. Luis even took our photos throughout the day. We never felt rushed and enjoyed all of the day even when it poured with rain. We were able to escape the clouds and find sunshine. You won't regret booking this tour or any with Luis at My Guide Madeira! Obrigado!
Plain robbery
Timo P,,Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00Viator, what’s this? 1.000€ for 4 persons and just a van, 4 bottles of mineral water and some cookies, dosen stops mostly on lookout spots and 9 hours of driving. Lunch not included. With that price tag we expected something really exclusive. Out driver Miguel provided a safe drive and aswered all the questions, but that should standard at any tour. This was the worst steal ever.
Wonderful day with Luis!
MARITZA M,,Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Luis is an amazing guide and a very personable person as well! We had an absolutely wonderful time spending the entire day with him. We enjoyed everything about this tour. The picnic lunch was a nice touch and we also had fun at the local Poncha bar he recommended where they make it fresh while you watch. Very cool! We were able to see so many sites in one day that would have been virtually impossible to do on our own. We just sat back and relaxed and he took care of the rest. Thanks again for a great time! Michael and Maritza
A wonderful beautiful day with Duarte....He took us to the most beautiful locations on Madera and avoided all the crowds
Paul D,,Oct 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Duarte avoided all the crowds at tourist stops and showed us the most beautiful locations on the island .. he was also very informative and knew the best local restaurants and was an excellent driver. It was a very relaxing experience overall. We would highly recommend his talents.
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