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Funchal, Caniço and Câmara de Lobos
Availability
Tuesday to Sunday
Cancelation
Free cancelation until 24 hours before
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If the Tour is Cancelled Full Refunded will be issued
Summary
Discover the Ribeira village viewpoint, Paul da Serra’s high plateau with free-roaming cows, and the quaint fishing village of Paul do Mar, nestled between mountains and ocean.
Points of Interest
- Paul da Serra
- Prazeres
- Jardim do Mar
- Paul do Mar
Languages
- English
- Portuguese
- French
- Spanish
Additional Info
Pickup Time
Morning starts at
- Machico 08h00
- Funchal 08h30
- Machico 13h30
- Funchal 14h00
Tour Itinerary
Ribeira Brava
Ribeira Brava, named for its wild river, is our journey’s next destination. The town’s highlight, the 16th-century mother church, features Flemish art, a Manuel-style baptismal fountain, and notable chandeliers. The fort of São Bento along the sea promenade offers a memorable coffee experience.
Paul da Serra
This area is dotted with modern windmills that harness the power of the ever-present winds. It serves as a crucial starting point for numerous hiking trails, inviting nature enthusiasts to explore its unique landscape. The area’s vast, open spaces and the serene beauty of its natural surroundings make it a favorite among hikers, photographers, and those seeking a peaceful escape into nature.
Prazeres
The tour carries on the journey to discover other beautiful fishing villages. Prazeres is a small agricultural settlement around a church, with its massive towers appearing far too large for the place. The region around Prazeres still has many old one room houses built from dark basalt with unplasted walls.
Jardim do Mar
An instantly likeable place, the traditional fishing village of Jardim do Mar has a marine promenade which is delightful to walk. It has a sheer cliff tower above the village. It is the surfing centre of Madeira. Believe it or not, there is a route up the steep cliff which was the only route to get in and out of the village
Paul do Mar
Its coastal exposure and historical significance as “Sitio da Lagoa” or “Alagoa” were defined by the ocean’s presence. Historically prone to flooding, a salt factory once operated here, now replaced by a new sea wall and infrastructure, mitigating the risk of inundation.
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