Sightseeing

East Madeira Mini Van Tour: Pico Arieiro & Santana

Payment

Pay on the day

Tour Type

Small group

Pickup

Free pickup

Duration

7 Hours

Description

Explore the east side of Madeira on a guided full-day tour, combining mountain viewpoints, Laurisilva scenery, local culture, and a rum tasting.

Start at Pico do Arieiro (1818m) for dramatic high-altitude views. Then head to Ribeiro Frio, where you can choose the optional Levada dos Balcões walk to one of Madeira’s best viewpoints, or enjoy free time by the trout ponds surrounded by forest.

Continue to Santana to see the island’s famous traditional houses and enjoy a relaxed lunch stop. Afterward, stop at the Guindaste viewpoint for panoramic views over the northeast coast, then visit Porto da Cruz for a rum tasting at a local distillery.

Finish the day with a final viewpoint stop in the São Lourenço / Ponta do Rosto area, with wide views over both coasts.


📍 Itinerary

Funchal → Pico do Areeiro → Ribeiro Frio (optional Levada dos Balcões walk) → Santana (lunch) → Guindaste viewpoint → Porto da Cruz (rum tasting) → Ponta do Rosto / São Lourenço

  • Pico do Arieiro mountain views (1818m)
  • Levada dos Balcões walk (Ribeiro Frio viewpoint)
  • Traditional Santana houses
  • Guindaste viewpoint
  • Rum tasting in Porto da Cruz
  • Ponta São Lourenço

Highlights

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Local Guide
  • Insurance
  • Food and drinks
  • Balcões levada fee (if applicable)
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Light jacket / warm layer (mountains can be cold)
  • Water and snacks

What to bring

Pickup free in Funchal, Caniço and Câmara de Lobos.

Other areas: pickup available for an extra fee (price depends on location).

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All Ages
  • Optional Levada dos Balcões entrance fee is paid separately (not included).
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • Route may change due to weather or road conditions.
  • Mountain weather can differ from Funchal — bring warm layers.
  • Pickup time and details are confirmed the day before.
From

40€

/person