Idyllic Madeira road-trip from south to north
- Round trip
- 7 or 9 nights
- Portugal
- £ 1,338.00 ]
- based on 2 travellers
Discover Madeira with a scenic coastal road-trip from south to north - with flights, breakfast and rental car, plus optional half-board
From picture-perfect towns to stunning natural scenery, this magical Madeira road-trip is the perfect way to discover this world-famous island. Known as the Garden of the Atlantic, Madeira's enchanting and diverse landscape boasts lush vegetation and dreamy mountains, as well as impressive volcanic formations and rugged plateaux. And when you aren't hitting the road to soak it all up, kick back in style at a collection of chic, hand-picked hotels.
Your escape starts in southern Madeira, in the island's Funchal - a youthful and lively town packed with culture and historic sights. Head to the Old Town for a taste of authentic Madeiran cuisine, enjoy the street art down Rua de Santa Maria, and explore the beautiful surrounding area with your rental car. Next, a scenic drive north will take you to Porto Moniz and São Vicente, where you'll find jaw-dropping scenery like black-sand beaches, jagged cliffs and majestic waterfalls.
Included
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Seven or nine nights in Madeira
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Breakfast or half-board basis
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Included full-day Jeep safari
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Optional Funchal and Câmara de Lobos Hop-on hop-off bus tour
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Return flights included from your selected airport to Funchal, Madeira
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Rental car
Hotels
We work with our trusted partners in the region to offer you the best possible stay.
When you plan your trip, after you've selected a date, we will show you all the information about the hotels you will be staying at.
Benefits of all the hotels
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- Restaurant
Trip details
Day 1 - 3: The south of Madeira – Santa Cruz & Funchal
Please note that your itinerary may vary depending on your chosen duration.
Welcome to Madeira! Upon arrival at the airport, pick up your rental car and get on the road to Funchal. Once you've settled into your hotel, head out to explore the island's lively capital and sample its rich cultural…
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Day 4 - 7: The north of Madeira – Porto Moniz & São Vicente
After enjoying the sights and sounds of the south, today you'll head to the northern part of the island. Take the wheel and get ready for a scenic 64-kilometre journey spanning almost the entire length of the island, perhaps packing a picnic to take in the island's spectacular nature in true road-t…
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Included Excursions:
Full-day Jeep Safari - 'Best of the West'
Hop on a Jeep for an exciting full-day tour through the highlights of western Madeira. You'll depart from the lively capital of Funchal and proceed towards island landmarks like the dreamy mountain landscapes of Ponta do Sol and Serra de Água, the natural pools of Porto Moniz, the magical volcanic caves of São Vicente, and more. You'll also enjoy a thrilling off-road drive around Canhas, as well as an optional levada walk on the Paul da Serra plateau.
Optional Excursions:
To make your stay even more unforgettable, you can choose from the following optional excursions and add them during the booking process.
Funchal and Câmara de Lobos Hop-on hop-off bus tour
With this 24-hour hop-on, hop-off yellow bus tour, you'll get to see the best of Madeira's gorgeous coastal settlements. Discover the history of the island's capital, Funchal, steeped in Madeiran heritage, while Câmara de Lobos exudes all the enchantment of an old-world fishing town. Discover both places at your own pace, with a Madeira wine tasting and entry to the Bordal Embroidery Factory thrown in.
Excluded
- Fuel, parking and toll fees
- Possible tourist tax (paid locally)
Book now, pay the rest later
Did you know, you can book now and pay the rest later with our convenient deposit payment option? If you book this deal 35 days prior to your departure, you can choose to pay in instalments. The deposit will be 50% of the deal’s price, plus any extras you may decide to add (i.e. excursions). You can review the instalment amounts and due dates in the last step before placing your booking.
Additional Information
| Conditions | Your booking is a direct contract between you and Secret Escapes Limited for the provision of your package. Secret Escapes acts as a tour operator responsible, and is therefore liable for the proper execution of the agreement. The Secret Escapes Terms and Conditions (A) apply to this booking. The Secret Escapes Cancellation Terms and Conditions apply to this booking. |
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| Passport, visa and health requirements | The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements, before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. For some countries (e.g. Singapore, Thailand), you may be required to complete a Digital Arrival Card or other immigration procedures prior to or upon arrival. We recommend that you complete any required digital forms as early as possible to save time upon arrival. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals. |
| Price changes | Please note that the flights included in this offer are subject to live availability and price, and can change during your booking process. When this is the case, we will always notify during the booking process. |
| Pet policy | Pets are not allowed on this trip. |
| Optional services | To provide you with the best choice, we partner with a wide range of airlines. Please be aware that many carriers now charge extra for optional services like seat reservations and additional baggage. These airline-specific fees are not included in your holiday price unless stated. We recommend visiting your chosen airline's website directly to review their policies and understand any potential additional charges. |
| Rental car | You will receive all rental car information along with your travel documents. An excess risk applies in the event of theft or damage. A credit card deposit is required upon arrival. |
| Occupancy | Min 2 people and max 2 people per room |
| Single supplement | The single supplement is based on travel dates and duration of travel. You will see the final price in the booking process. |
| Children | This trip is not suitable for children. |
| Accessibility | Unfortunately, this trip is not wheelchair accessible. |
| Pets | Pets are not permitted on this trip due to international plane travel. |
| Parking | Parking facilities are available at all hotels. |
| Return | You will drive to FNC airport for your return flight home from your hotel in the north of Madeira. |
| Flight times | Please note that flights may be subject to change, delay or postponement by the provider and that flight times are provisional. Don't forget to check the actual flight times before departure on the website of the airline or the airport to avoid inconvenient surprises. |
| Travel documents | You will receive all documents relevant to your trip, 7 days prior to departure at the latest |
| Currency | The national currency of Portugal is the euro (EUR). |
| Itinerary | The itinerary described above is for a 7 night stay in Madeira, including 3 nights in the south and 4 nights in the north of the island. For those opting for a 9-night trip to Madeira, you will stay 4 nights in the south and 5 nights in the north of the island. |