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 Magnificent East Tour

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| Funchal, Portugal
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Santana's brightly colored A-frame houses, built in traditional style with natural stone and thatched roofs.
PICO DO AREEIRO
Pico do Arieiro is a great location to see the sun set on Madeira.
Ribeiro Frio Forest Park is located in Santana, Madeira, in the heart of Laurissilva.
The Peak of Facho Viewpoint is located north of Machico, before reaching the tunnel of Caniçal, along a path that leads up to the top of Pico do Facho.

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Overview

Departure from the hotel at 9:00 am towards the parish of Camacha to observe the wicker factory and all its process. Afterwards, climb to Pico do Areeiro at 1818m, where you can observe the beautiful mountains and surrounding valleys and even the parish of Curral das nuntas, deep in one of the great valleys. Descent to Ribeiro Frio, where there is a nursery of trout that later are dropped in the brook.

A visit to the center of Santana is followed to observe the typical triangular houses with thatched roof, followed by another stop in Faial. Returning to Funchal, you will have two more stops, at the belvedere of Ponta de São Lourenço and Machico.

Return to the hotel by 5:00 p.m.

What's Included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

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    PLEASE NOTE THAT PICK-UPS ARE FROM: Funchal center, tourist area in Funchal, hotels in Caniço de Baixo and Garajau. If your accommodation is not one of those mentioned, we will direct you to the nearest meeting point.

    What To Expect

    Camacha parish church

    Camacha is a beautiful village located in a wooded area, over a high plateau, at the Northeast of Funchal, in Madeira. This village is famous for its excellent basketing and its folkloric group.
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Pico do Arieiro

    Be surprised by the imposing views offered by the third highest peak in the island of Madeira.Pico do AreeiroPico do Areeiro© F.C. Madeira TourismThe Pico do Arieiro Pike, 1818 meter high, is the third highest summit in the Island of Madeira. It is highly advised to climb all the way up to the top of this mountain to enjoy the great beauty of the volcanic landscape and its wonderful views.
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Balcoes de Ribeiro Frio

    Ribeiro Frio is an exquisite place, surrounded by aromatic forests, offering a welcoming environment. Its hillsides are crowded with numerous plant species and make up the Forest Part of Madeira. Here, taking advantage of environmental benefits, it has been installed a little trouts fish farm. Obviously, the trout is one of the most recommended dishes of its neighboring restaurant.
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Fortress of Faial

    Main town of Santana with an incredible view to the Eagle's Rock, Porto Santo, Ponta de São Lourenço and the farming villages that were crossed after Ribeiro Frio.
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Santana

    Santana is one of the nicest and most colorful villages in Madeira. Here, its inhabitants used to live in beautiful wooden cottages with roofs ending in the narrow head (Palheiros). Some of them still survive among the modern constructions, especially those close to Queimadas area.
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    2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Ponta de Sao Lourenco

    You'll visit Ponta de São Lourenço, and your experience will be enriched by having a guide to point out native vegetation and wildlife, that you might miss if you were alone.
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    25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Praia de Machico

    The city of Machico takes up a little cove in the mouth of the Valley of the Ribeira de Machico. Here took place the landing of Zarco in Madeira for the first time in 1420, claiming for Portugal an island which was known by the sailors since ancient times.
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the  Magnificent East Tour?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WEST). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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