Tours & Services
Half day tour
The perfect introduction to Madeira or if you're short on time. Here are six suggestions for half day private tour itineraries that work well for the 4 hours available. Let me know if there's a place you'd like to see most and I'll work out a half day tour around that.
● Pico dos Barcelos, Eira do Serrado and Nun's Valley
● Monte, Botanic Garden, Cristo Rei and Mercado dos Lavradores
● Câmara de Lobos, Cabo Girão and Pico dos Barcelos
● Monte, Terreiro da Luta and Pico do Arieiro
● Monte and Ribeiro Frio
● Madeira Gardens Tour
Day Tour: East
Private tour of the East of Madeira: mountain peaks, traditional villages and breathtaking views.
Pico do Arieiro, one of the highest peaks with good walks above the clouds... we get there by car, you don't have to walk to the top!
Ribeiro Frio, trout farms and short 'Balcões' levada walk (optional).
Faial, stunning views and glass walkways over the sea at Guindaste.
Santana, famous for its traditional A-framed, thatched houses.
Porto da Cruz, a pretty coastal village with a rum factory.
Machico, with sandy beach and excellent fish restaurants.
Ponta de São Lourenço, the tip of the island.
Santa Cruz, picturesque small town near the airport.
Day Tour: West
Private tour to the west of Madeira: stunning cliffs, forests and natural sea pools.
Câmara de Lobos, picturesque fishing village near to Funchal.
Cabo Girão, stunning views from this high sea-cliff and 'Skywalk'.
Ribeira Brava, a lively town with many cafes and small shops.
São Vicente, a pretty square and church, a waterfall.
Seixal, small village, the freshwater trout are a speciality here.
Ribeira da Janela, fascinating rock formations on the coast.
Porto Moniz, famous for its natural saltwater swimming pools.
Paul da Serra/Fanal, a plateau... popular walking/hiking destination.
Ponta do Sol, the sunniest spot on the island.
Day Tour: South West
Private day tour of South West Madeira: coastal villages, banana plantations and spectacular viewpoints.
Câmara de Lobos, picturesque fishing village near to Funchal.
Cabo Girão, stunning views from this high sea-cliff and 'Skywalk'.
Ribeira Brava, a lively town with many cafes and small shops.
Ponta do Sol, the sunniest spot on the island.
Madalena do Mar, coastal village with banana plantation walks.
Prazeres, countryside, herbal tea café, optional flat levada walk.
Jardim do Mar, pretty coastal village with small pedestrian streets.
Paul do Mar, next door village with spectacular view from above.
Ponta do Pargo, lighthouse and cliff views, the furthest point SW.
Day Tour: Central
Private day tour to the centre of Madeira: dramatic mountain vistas and the Nun's Valley.
Pico dos Barcelos, spectacular viewpoint of Funchal and mountains.
Eira do Serrado, short walk to incredible view above the Nun's Valley.
Curral das Freiras (Nun's Valley), try the chestnut liqueur in this village in the valley, and the fresh chestnut Queijadas (cheesecakes).
Pico do Arieiro, one of the highest peaks on the island.
Ribeiro Frio, trout farm and beautiful optional 'Balcões' walk (1 hr)
Cristo Rei/Garajau, the King Christ Statue at Garajau with views towards the bay of Funchal, the last stop before heading back.
Day Tour: South and North
Private day tour of the South and North of Madeira: stunning scenery and two very different sides of the island.
Câmara de Lobos, picturesque fishing village near to Funchal.
Cabo Girão, stunning views from this high sea-cliff and 'Skywalk'.
Ribeira Brava, a lively town with many cafes and small shops.
São Vicente, a pretty square and church, a waterfall.
Ponta Delgada, coastal parish in the vicinity of São Vicente.
Arco de São Jorge, sheltered village with spectacular coastline view.
Santana, famous for traditional A-framed, thatched houses.
Faial, stunning views and glass walkways over the sea at Guindaste.
Porto da Cruz, a pretty coastal village with a rum factory.
Machico, with sandy beach and excellent fish restaurants.
Day Tour: The Mega Tour!
An exclusive private day tour of Madeira - the very best of the entire island in just one day!
This is the perfect option if your time in Madeira is limited but you want to see as much of the island as possible in one day (up to 9 hours). We'll see Câmara de Lobos, Cabo Girão, Ribeira Brava, Ponta do Sol, Fanal for ancient trees, Ribeira da Janela, Porto Moniz, Seixal, Santana, Faial and the glass viewing platforms over the sea at Guindaste, Ponta de São Lourenço and Machico. We make the final stop at Garajau to see the King Christ Statue (Cristo Rei) before we head back to Funchal.
It will be a busy day, but will still feel unhurried. You're guaranteed to see some of the most beautiful highlights from all over the island.
Day Tour: Museums & Roses
Private day tour of Madeira: culture and scenic beauty. This tour is an 8 hour day to give you adequate time at all the museum and gallery locations. (Please note admissions are not included within the price).
Garajau/Cristo Rei, viewpoint and statue just outside Funchal.
Museu da Baleia da Madeira/Whale Museum, in Caniçal
Faial, stunning views and glass walkways over the sea at Guindaste.
Roseiral Quinta do Arco, head north to a beautiful rose garden.
Arco de São Jorge, spectacular coastline view.
Santana, famous for traditional A-framed, thatched houses.
São Vicente, a pretty square and church, a waterfall.
Casa das Mudas/Art Museum, in Calheta in the South West.
Câmara de Lobos, picturesque fishing village near to Funchal
Half day tour - Madeira Gardens
A peaceful and private half day tour of some of the best gardens around Funchal. This 4 hour tour will allow enough time to enjoy a walk around each garden and there are excellent cafés at each one. Perfect if you're a garden lover but you have limited time on the island. (Please note: Entrance fees to gardens are not included in the price of the tour).
● Botanic Gardens
● Monte Palace Tropical Garden
● Palheiro Garden (Blandy's)
Pico do Arieiro Sunrise
A private Madeira Sunrise Tour: witness the magic of sunrise from above the clouds at Pico do Arieiro, the highest peak on the island. This tour is 3 hours in duration. Due to the necessary change in start time throughout the year, it's not possible to book this tour online, but do contact me directly and I can reserve the time for you.
Levada Walk:
transportation only or accompanied
No visit to Madeira is complete without a walk, short or long, easy or more challenging, alongside a levada. Not bookable online, but do contact me directly and I'll reserve the time for you, usually a 3 hour slot, but that depends on where we go. Two services are possible for levada walks:
Transportation only: Private levada drop-off and pick-up service for flexible self-guided walking at your own level of fitness.
Accompanied: Private accompanied levada walk, with me as your guide, tailored to your pace and interests.
Airport Transfers
Private Transfers to/from Madeira airport. Prices start from €40 and vary for number of people and suitcases, plus the distance from pick-up location.
It's not possible to book transfers online, but do contact me directly in advance of your flight and iI'll reserve the time for you.