Madeira in 3 Days: The Complete Itinerary

Three days in Madeira cover the city, the peaks and the wild west. Here is how to spend three perfect days on the island — with the best-rated tours to book for each.

At a glance

1Day 1: Funchal & Monte
2Day 2: peaks & levada
3Day 3: jeep safari
4Whale watching

Day 1: Funchal & Monte

The old town, cable car and toboggan.

Day 2: peaks & levada

Pico do Arieiro sunrise and a forest walk.

Day 3: jeep safari

Porto Moniz, Fanal and the coast.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Funchal — prices per person.

Madeira

Jeep Safari 4x4 West Madeira - Porto Moniz - Fanal - Cabo Girão

4.8(19)·8 uur

vanaf$70/ persoon

via Viator

Madeira in 3 days — FAQ

Is 3 days enough for Madeira?

Three days is ideal — Funchal and Monte on day one, the Pico do Arieiro sunrise and a levada walk on day two, and a jeep safari to the west on day three.

What is the best experience in Madeira for 3 days?

The levada walks are the island’s signature, the Pico do Arieiro sunrise the most magical, and a jeep safari the most adventurous; all reward your time.

How do I plan a 3-day Madeira itinerary?

Spend day one in Funchal and Monte, day two on the peaks and a levada walk, and day three on a jeep safari, adding whale watching if time allows.