Madeira in 1 Day: The Perfect One-Day Itinerary

Only have one day in Madeira? Mix the city and the green. Here is how to spend one perfect day on the island — plus the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

Cable car up and toboggan down.

A scenic forest water-channel walk.

The old town, market and seafront.

Can you see Madeira in one day?

Yes — ride the Monte cable car and toboggan in the morning, take a levada walk in the afternoon, and explore Funchal’s old town in the evening.

What is the best one-day Madeira tour?

The Monte cable car and toboggan combined with a levada walk is the perfect one-day plan, or a jeep safari to see more of the island.

Is one day enough for Madeira?

One day covers Funchal and a taste of nature; add days for the peaks, jeep safaris and whale watching.