Funchal: East Madeira 4x4 Tour with Pico Arieiro w/Pick-up

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Explore Madeira’s east on an off-road adventure. Visit the third-highest peak, Pico do Areeiro, Santana’s thatched houses, a mysterious waterfall, and enjoy a poncha at a mountain restaurant

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Highlights

  • Take in the panoramic views of Funchal from Terreiro da Luta
  • Savor the traditional poncha-making experience
  • Visit the iconic thatched roof houses of Santana
  • Have an off-road adventure
  • Relax and soak in the natural beauty of the surroundings at Miradouro do Guindaste

Description

Embark on a full-day 4x4 tour of Madeira's east side. Visit the third highest peak in Madeira, Pico do Areeiro, and stop at the traditional houses of Santana. Enjoy a poncha tasting, a local drink, and take a break for lunch in Santana. Start your tour in Funchal and ascend towards the third highest point in Madeira. On the way, stop at Terreiro da Luta, known for its panoramic view over Funchal, the capital city of Madeira. Additionally, it is a site that symbolizes resistance against pirate invasions that Madeira suffered in the past. Next, visit Pico do Areeiro, the third highest peak in Madeira, standing at 1818 meters. Admire the breathtaking views of Madeira's mountainous terrain, including the neighboring peaks and valleys. On clear days, you may even have an ocean view. Descend from Pico and navigate some off-road tracks. Make a stop at Poiso for a poncha tasting, a traditional drink. Witness the entire process of the poncha-making and, of course, taste it - as fresh as it gets. Continue to Santana, where you can visit the iconic thatched roof houses, symbols of Madeira's rural heritage. Thatching is considered an art form in Madeira, and skilled craftsmen carefully construct and maintain these roofs, passing down their knowledge from generation to generation. Santana is also where you will have your lunch break. After lunch, stop at Miradouro do Guindaste, a place to relax and soak in the natural beauty of the surroundings. The peaceful atmosphere and refreshing sea breeze make Miradouro do Guindaste an ideal spot to unwind and appreciate the wonders of nature. Your last location of the day will be Porto da Cruz. This village has a rich history in sugar cane production. Here, you can also visit Engenhos do Norte, a sugar cane factory (entrance not included in the tour price). Porto da Cruz is also known as a surfing location. If the conditions permit, you can also go for a refreshing swim at the black sand beach of Praia da Alagoa.

Includes

Professional and knowledgeable local guide fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish Off road adventure See the best the Island has to offer Free pick-up areas of funchal and caniço

Important Information

  • we recommend you to bring a towel and swimwear, as we always try to stop at a beautiful beach for you to enjoy some refreshing saltwater. Warm clothes are also essential; Madeiran weather is pretty inconsistent and can change any minute. Also, when driving high in the mountains, it is always a bit cooler.

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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Funchal: East Madeira 4x4 Tour with Pico Arieiro w/Pick-up
Funchal: East Madeira 4x4 Tour with Pico Arieiro w/Pick-up
Funchal: East Madeira 4x4 Tour with Pico Arieiro w/Pick-up
Funchal: East Madeira 4x4 Tour with Pico Arieiro w/Pick-up
Funchal: East Madeira 4x4 Tour with Pico Arieiro w/Pick-up
Funchal: East Madeira 4x4 Tour with Pico Arieiro w/Pick-up
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