On this exclusive private tour, you'll combine Madeiran wine and countryside with some thrilling off-road adventures. You'll journey along rugged mountain roads to Cabo Girão and the São Vicente valley, then stop for a wine tasting session at Quinta do Barbusano vineyard. Tiago, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘The scenery is the star of the show. You'll get a close-up view of Madeira's twisting valleys and sawtooth mountains as you head along panoramic trails by 4x4. You finish on a high – literally – with the winery visit at the end of the tour.'
First up is the drive towards the immense wall of Cabo Girão, one of the highest sea cliffs in Europe. Soak up some impressive views over the ocean waves breaking 580 metres below, then continue off-roading along quiet side roads and tracks that snake their way through São Vicente valley. Dominated by the hilltop chapel of Nossa Senhora de Fátima, the whole valley is a postcard brought to life. Red-roofed farms and villages dot the lower slopes which rise to verdant peaks all around.
You'll stop off at the Lime Route Museum Centre, where there are two limestone quarries and a lime kiln to explore. Finally, it's on to Quinta do Barbusano, a key local winery. You'll be treated to a tour of the hilly vineyards with an oenologist followed by a tasting of one rosé, two white and two red wines, and some nibbles. Drinking in the glorious views while you try the various wines is a great finale to your adventure.
4x4 tour
