Madeira Dramatic West Coast Tour with Lunch in Porto Moniz
Excursions & day trips

Madeira Dramatic West Coast Tour with Lunch in Porto Moniz

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£57.00
Free cancellation
Language: English, French, Dutch
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: more than 8 hours
Do this because
  • Take a stroll around the seaside village of Ribiera Brava
  • Enjoy a local lunch at a family-run restaurant in Porto Moniz
  • Take in the views from the 1,500m Paúl da Serra plateau
  • Cross the Encumeada Pass and try the local poncha drink
  • Expert local guide with unrivalled knowledge of Madeira
What to expect

Madeira's magnificent scenery takes centre stage on this full day tour. You'll visit a selection of highlights including picturesque Ribeira Brava Village, Porto Moniz, Paúl da Serra and Encumeada Pass. Mariana, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘You'll get to know the true drama of Madeira's landscapes. You might be lucky enough to see the ocean both to the north and the south from Encumeada Pass, but the highest points on the island do sometimes catch the clouds.'

Your first destination will be the cute Ribeira Brava Village, with its appealing, seafront promenade behind the beach. The views along the valley towards the island's interior give a hint of the impressive landscapes you'll explore when you head inland. Mariana adds, ‘You'll see as you travel around that no patch of fertile land is wasted in Madeira – even the steep hillsides around Ribiera Brava are terraced to cultivate crops.' Then, it's time for a stroll through a banana plantation in Madalena do Mar.

Next, we'll head up the 1,500m-high Paúl da Serra plateau before descending on Porto Moniz, famous for its natural lava rock swimming pools. A typical lunch freshly prepared with local produce awaits in the village. Then, crossing north to south, we'll venture over the Encumeada Pass for some knockout views across the island. Rounding off the day is a poncha drink demonstration and tasting in Câmara de Lobos – a favourite holiday spot of Winston Churchill. Mariana says, ‘Be careful – poncha is so fruity and refreshing, but it hides a serious brandy kick.'

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What's included
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What to remember
  • Bring a warm coat/rain coat and umbrella during winter
  • Occasional late itinerary changes may be necessary for operational reasons
  • Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change
  • This experience doesn't follow our general cancellation policy. If you need to cancel, you must do so at least 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
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Provider
TUI PORTUGAL
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

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