From Funchal: Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour

1118 Reviews WHEN Friday 3 January to Friday 10 January

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ADDRESS , Monte

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COMPANY From Funchal: Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour

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Highlights

• Journey through the green mountains and valleys of the west of Madeira
• Get breathtaking views from one of Madeira's most stunning lookout points
• Try some of the traditional foods of Madeira, including chestnut cake
• See where the remains of the last Austro-Hungarian emperor lie in Monte
• Take a thrilling toboggan ride and experience one of Madeira's oldest modes of transport

Description

Depart Funchal and journey to the Pico dos Barcelos to experience one of Madeira's unique viewpoints. Get a breathtaking view of all points of the island, before making your way up to Eira do Serrado. Admire the surrounding chestnut trees and eucalyptus plants of the natural wonderland. The ancient footpaths are still used by locals and tourists, and the narrow road and tunnels can still be seen.  From an altitude of 1,094 meters above sea level, see across to the Nuns Valley. Isolated from the rest of the island, the Nuns Valley is surrounded by lava rock and takes its name from the nuns that once inhabited the valley as they fled from pirate attacks during the 16th century. Try some traditional chestnut cake and pastries only found in the region, along with different traditional liquors. Then, go to Monte, one of Madeira´s old tourist stops, and visit the church where the tomb of the Emperor Charles I of Austria can be found.  Add a little adventure to the day and enjoy an unforgettable 2-kilometer toboggan ride down the old road of Livramento, where the bus will pick you up at the bottom.

Includes

Guided tour Sleigh (toboggan) ride Pickup for cruise liner guests from the meeting point at the Cristiano Ronaldo Museum Hotel Pickup and drop-off Free liquor tasting in nuns valley Village Free Entrance to the nuns House and Chestnut Museum

Important Information

• Children under 3 years old can ride on a parent's lap
• Bookings for one have an additional cost of €10 for the toboggan ride, because a single person occupies the two places
• There are no discounts for children at this attraction

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund