MADEIRA · DESTINATION
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The 10 most popular madeira east tours in Madeira. Here's what they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.
See Madeira’s east highlights in one day: Pico do Arieiro viewpoints, Santana’s thatched houses, Ponta de São Lourenço, and more for $42.
“Great way to see the island. Our guide Marco was very knowledgable helpful and accommodating. We are going again to do the western side of the island. The pickup from hotel was a great plus”
A 7-hour small-group Madeira east tour from Funchal: Pico Arieiro, UNESCO Laurisilva levada, Santana, glass walkways, and ocean viewpoints.
“Our experience in Madeira was made truly exceptional thanks to our guide, Victor. He was always punctual and consistently went out of his way to make us feel comfortable and engaged, encouraging us to ask questions and thoughtfully explaining every detail along the way. His knowledge and enthusiasm really enhanced our understanding of the island.…”
Eastern Madeira in one full day: Pico Arieiro, Balcões levada, Santana, Guindaste skywalk, Porto da Cruz rum tasting, and São Lourenço.
“East coast is our favourite by now! Tony is a profi: great sense of humour, amazing German and English languages switch, nice information facts!!! Love the people who do their job well. As for the trip. You gonna love it! Stunning locations, picturesque views!!! Affordable price for an 8h full day trip with a safe…”
7-hour East Madeira tour from Funchal: Pico do Areeiro views, a short Laurissilva levada walk, Santana houses, North Mills rum taste.
“The driver/guide Rui was excellent. He was miked up and gave us information on the various sites and tidbits on route this included history of the island and infrastructure.”
Air-conditioned East Madeira tour with Pico do Arieiro views, Laurissilva levada walk, Santana lunch, and Porto da Cruz rum tasting.
“Great value tour. The guide was very nice and knowledgeable and explained and showed us so many things along the way. I learned so much about the island in a fun way. I felt that we had sufficient time at each place and we saw the best sights of the eastern part of the island.…”
Enjoy eastern Madeira in 8 hours from Funchal: Pico do Arieiro views, Santana thatched houses, levada scenery, and Ponta de São Lourenço.
“Very good day with lots of interesting information from the guide. beautiful places to visit and explore and plenty of time at each stop. The lunch time in Santana was too long at 90 minutes as its tiny and there seemed a heavy sales pitch to go to their recommended restaurant for lunch. But if…”
A small-group 4x4 jeep tour from Funchal over Pico do Arieiro to Santana, with off-road old roads, levadas, rum and distillery stops.
“A great day visiting all the main areas including Santana. The off road experience was worth it and Miquel our driver was great nothing was too much trouble. Well worth the money.”
East Madeira in 8 hours: Pico do Arieiro views, UNESCO Laurisilva, Santana A-frames, north-coast viewpoints, and Ponta de São Lourenço.
“really great day trip. we got to see alot of the island from tall viewpoints to levada walks. it wasn't too busy at the different points either. our guide (Luca) was fab as well, great driving!”
East Madeira in a small group: Pico do Arieiro, Santana houses, rum tasting, Pico do Facho, and the Sky Walk, with hotel pickup.
“Bought this trip for small group 8 max and there were 19 on the bus! Also, choose English tour to find it was in German as well. To cap it all - it did not follow the states itinerary.”
4x4 small-group tour of Madeira’s east coast with Miradouro viewpoints, Santana A-frame houses, rum tastings, and volcanic peninsulas.
“We had an amazing time with Nuno. He was a great driver and tour guide. Charasmatic, energetic, and insightful. He also took us to a really great lunch spot for Espetada and also a really good spot for some traditional Poncha. We had a great time exploring the Eastern portion of the island with this…”
