Eira do Serrado | Monte (Half – Day) - Mondays & Thursdays (Afternoon)
We begin our excursion with a visit to Pico dos Barcelos (panoramic view over the city of Funchal). Next, on to Eira do Serrado, a view site situated at 1094m altitude, overlooking the village of Curral das Freiras. Our trip continues to the village of Monte where you may visit its gardensand the church of Our Lady of Monte, patron saint of the island. Descent in the famous baskets toboggans (not included). Return to hotel.
Price: 27,00 €
Santana (Full – Day) - Tuesdays & Fridays
Departure to the village of Camacha for a visit to the wickerwork factory. Next, ascent to Poiso on the way to Pico do Arieiro (1818m). Descent to Ribeiro Frio where you may visit a trout farm as well as admire a important part of the Laurissilva forest of Madeira, which was recently awarded World Heritage status. We continue our trip to Santana, known for its thatched roof houses. Stop for lunch. Next, we go on to Portela and Ponta de São Lourenço. Return to Funchal with a last stop at the town of Machico.
Price: 45,00 € (Lunch included)
Porto Moniz (Full – Day) - Wednesdays & Saturdays
Departure to Câmara de Lobos, the fishing village where the famous “espada” or black scabbard is fished. Next, we pass by Cabo Girão (Europe´s highest sea cliff, at 580m) and continue our trip along the coast to Ribeira Brava. From Ponta de Sol we begin our ascent to the plateau of Paúl da Serra( at 1400m). Descent to Porto Moniz, where you may admire the natural pools. Stop for lunch. Return trip along the northern coast, passing by Seixal and São Vicente. Climb to Encumeada (1007m) where you have a view of the sea on both coasts. Return to Funchal.
Price: 45,00 € (Lunch included)
