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Discover Madeira's Magic: Funchal & Beyond

Funchal's gardens, Pico do Arieiro's sunrise, and Porto Santo's beach — a private 7-day Madeira escape.

7 Days / 6 Nights Up to 20 Guests Free Itinerary Changes Local Expert Guide

About This Tour

A 7-day route around Madeira — Funchal's markets and Monte Palace gardens, a sunrise breakfast at Pico do Arieiro, a day cruise to Porto Santo's golden beach, and a Madeira wine estate tasting. This trip includes a day cruise to Porto Santo Island on day 4 — the only way to reach Madeira's sister island — alongside your private driver and vehicle for the rest of the trip.

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.

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Arrival

Arrival pickup at Madeira International Airport, Funchal.

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Day 1 — Welcome to Madeira

A private transfer from the airport to your accommodation in Funchal, with an evening stroll along the marina and the historic center.

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Day 2 — Funchal's Colors & Gardens

The Mercado dos Lavradores farmers' market, a cable-car ride up to Monte, the Monte Palace Tropical Gardens, and a traditional wicker-toboggan descent back down.

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Day 3 — Sunrise at Pico do Arieiro

Breakfast at Madeira's third-highest peak, a levada walk through the Ribeiro Frio Nature Reserve to the Balcões viewpoint, and stops at Santana's traditional thatched houses and the historic town of Machico.

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Day 4 — Porto Santo

A day cruise to Porto Santo, relaxing on its nine-kilometer golden-sand beach and visiting the Christopher Columbus House Museum, before an evening cruise back to Funchal.

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Day 5 — Madeira Wine & Cuisine

A vineyard tour with a Madeira wine tasting, followed by a choice of a private cooking class, a folklore dinner with traditional espetada skewers, or a coastal cruise toward the Desertas Islands.

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Day 6 — Madeira's Hidden Gems

A free day in Funchal, or an optional 4x4 jeep tour to Porto Moniz's volcanic lava pools and the São Vicente Caves and Volcanism Centre.

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Day 7 — Farewell, Funchal

A final leisurely walk along the promenade before your private airport transfer.

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Departure

The trip ends with a final stroll along the Funchal promenade before your private transfer to Madeira International Airport for departure.

What's Included

A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip
Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group
All tolls, parking, and fuel

What's Not Included

Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses

Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?

Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees

Important Information

Know Before You Book

  • Group size can range from 1 to 20 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
  • Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
  • Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.

Know Before You Go

  • We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
  • Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
  • Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.

Special Requests

  • Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
  • Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — Voyzo runs it exclusively for your group, with a private driver and vehicle throughout, and expert local guides for excursions.
No — Madeira and the Azores are two separate Portuguese island groups in different parts of the Atlantic; this trip covers only Madeira and its small sister island, Porto Santo, based in Funchal throughout.
A day cruise (day 4) to Madeira's sister island, known for a nine-kilometer stretch of golden sand — a contrast to Madeira's own black volcanic beaches — plus a visit to the Christopher Columbus House Museum.
No — Voyzo provides a private driver and vehicle for Madeira's steep, winding mountain roads throughout, including the sunrise drive to Pico do Arieiro.
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.

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