The tour starts with pickup from your accommodation in either Funchal or Caniço. After pickup, head toward’s one of Madeira’s most famous icons, the King Christ statue, the first statue of its kind in the world. Next, visit Camacha, a parish with the nickname “The Land of the Wicker”, and marvel at the fascinating furniture and baskets made from wicker using traditional techniques.
Continue on to Pico do Areeiro next to admire the breathtaking views of the Madeira mountains. Take some time to appreciate this stunning landscape and snap some photos for your holiday album. Next, head down to Ribeiro Frio and watch the fishermen farming for trout, or opt to take a walking tour in the island’s famous Levadas.
Next, travel to some of Eastern Madeira’s most precious viewpoints, São Roque do Faial and Portela, and then visit Machico city the first place discovered by the Portuguese, and we finish in the most eastern point of Madeira, the Sao Lourenço Peninsula.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, and Fri
Start times
9:00 AM and 10:00 AM
Next available
Fri, Nov 6
Group price
$206 per vehicle, up to 14 people
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 5.
Tour Options
3 to 4 Pax Funchal, Caniço 7 hours
Pick up from Funchal, Canico, Camara de Lobos. NO FUNCHAL PORT.
Private
Duration: 7 hours
Pickup included
9 to 14 Passenger North West 7 hours
Private
Duration: 7 hours
North West Madeira: Pick up from Porto Moniz, Seixal, Sao Vicente area
Pickup included
9 to 14 Pax Funchal, Caniço 7 hours
Private
Duration: 7 hours
Funchal, Caniço, Cma Lobos: Pick up from Funchal, Canico, Camara de Lobos. NO FUNCHAL PORT.
Pickup included
3 to 4 Pax Funchal Port 7 hours
Pick up from Funchal Port Harbor
Private
Duration: 7 hours
Pickup included
1 to 2 Pax Funchal Port 7 hours
Pick up from Funchal Port Harbor
Private
Duration: 7 hours
Pickup included
3 to 4 Passenger North West 7 hours
Private
Duration: 7 hours
North West Madeira: Pick up from Porto Moniz, Seixal, Sao Vicente area
Pickup included
1 to 2 Pax North/South East 7 hours
Pick up from Machico, Santa Cruz, Santana, Faial, Porto da Cruz and Caniçal area
Private
Duration: 7 hours
Pickup included
3 to 4 Passenger South West 7 hours
Pick up from Calheta, Ponta do Sol and Ribeira Brava area.
Private
Duration: 7 hours
Pickup included
5 to 8 Passenger North West 7 hours
Pick up from Porto Moniz, Seixal, Sao Vicente area
Private
Duration: 7 hours
Pickup included
5 to 8 Pax Funchal, Caniço 7 hours
Pick up from Funchal, Canico, Camara de Lobos. NO FUNCHAL PORT.
Private
Duration: 7 hours
Pickup included
5 to 8 Passenger South West 7 hours
Private
Duration: 7 hours
5 to 8 pax South West Madeira: Pick up from Calheta, Ponta do Sol and Ribeira Brava area.
Pickup included
9 to 14 Pax Funchal Port 7 hours
Pick up from Funchal Port Harbor
Private
Duration: 7 hours
Pickup included
5 to 8 Pax Funchal Port 7 hours
Pick up from Funchal Port Harbor
Private
Duration: 7 hours
Pickup included
1 to 2 Passenger South West 7 hours
Pick up from Calheta, Ponta do Sol and Ribeira Brava area.
Private
Duration: 7 hours
Pickup included
1 to 2 Pax Funchal, Caniço 7 hours
Pick up from Funchal, Canico, Camara de Lobos. NO FUNCHAL PORT.
Private
Duration: 7 hours
Pickup included
9 to 14 Pax North/South East 7 hours
Pick up from Machico, Santa Cruz, Santana, Faial, Porto da Cruz and Caniçal area
Private
Duration: 7 hours
Pickup included
5 to 8 Pax North/South East 7 hours
Pick up from Machico, Santa Cruz, Santana, Faial, Porto da Cruz and Caniçal area
Private
Duration: 7 hours
Pickup included
9 to 14 Passenger South West 7 hours
Private
Duration: 7 hours
South West Madeira: Pick up from Calheta, Ponta do Sol and Ribeira Brava area.
Pickup included
1 to 2 Passengers North West 7 hours
Private
Duration: 7 hours
North West Madeira: Pick up from Porto Moniz, Seixal, Sao Vicente area
Pickup included
3 to 4 Pax North/South East 7 hours
Pick up from Machico, Santa Cruz, Santana, Faial, Porto da Cruz and Caniçal area
Private
Duration: 7 hours
Pickup included
Itinerary
Miradouro do Cristo Rei do Garajau
30 min
The statue was built in 1927 and consecrated on October 30, 1927. Financed by the local lawyer Aires de Ornelas and his wife, created by French artists Georges Serraz and Pierre Charles Lenoir. The statue was completed 4 years before Christ the Redeemer statue in Brazil.
Pico do Arieiro
30 min
Pico do Areeiro Viewpoint is located at the second highest point on Madeira Island, at 1,818 meters above sea level.
From this viewpoint there is an excellent panoramic view of the central mountains of Madeira Island.
Ribeiro Frio
30 min
We will stop in this amazing laurissilva fresh paradise to visit the trout farming and look at the Madeira forest.
Miradouro da Portela
15 min
We visit the beautiful landscape of the North East of the Island from this magnificent viewpoint where we can see still Faial and Pico Areeiro.
Miradouro da Ponta do Rosto
15 min
viewpoint in ponta de sao lourenço
What's included
Included
Driver/Local guide
Private tour
Free WIFI onboard
Live commentary on board
Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Transport by private vehicle
Not included
Food and drinks
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick you up everywhere in Madeira Island. All Hotels, Apartments, Inns, Local accommodation. Please choose the right option location when purchasing your booking.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
21 reviews
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How it compares in Funchal
Rated higher than 77% of 247 reviewed tours in Funchal
Excurgo comparison of 584 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Not allowed to eat and drink inside the vehicle
This product operates rain or shine except in the case of extreme weather events
bring proper clothing for different types of weather
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Private Tour East Madeira take?
Private Tour East Madeira lasts about 7 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Private Tour East Madeira cost?
Prices start at $206 per person for this Funchal experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 20 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Private Tour East Madeira run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, starting at 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Can I cancel Private Tour East Madeira for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We pick you up everywhere in Madeira Island. All Hotels, Apartments, Inns, Local accommodation. Please choose the right option location when purchasing your booking. Pickup points include The Editory Garden Funchal, Pestana Vila Lido.
What languages is Private Tour East Madeira offered in?
The experience is available in PT, EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 14 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available Children must be accompanied by an adult
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is Private Tour East Madeira worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 21 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Pearl of the Atlantic.
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