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Madeira

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The archipelago of Madeira is located in the North Atlantic, near the Canary Islands (Spain) off the coast of West Africa. It has a temperate subtropical climate with local microclimates that result in impressive diversity. While it is near to sea level, the number of optimal days in this set of islands is very high. The archipelago is made up of a large island, also called Madeira, and another, rather smaller one called Porto Santo, as well as various uninhabited islets.

The main island’s shape is approximately that of a bean pod with its convex side turned to the south, which is where the archipelago’s capital, Funchal, with a population of some 110,000, is to be found. Madeira has volcanic origins and mountain peaks of more than 1,800 metres – of which the two best known are Pico Ruivo and Pico do Areeiro – so creating a very dramatic landscape. The island was uninhabited until its colonisation by Portugal in 1424. Its name, which means “Wood” comes from the fact that it was completely covered by laurissilva or laurel forest when it was discovered. However, most of the island is today covered by species introduced in the last 500 years by Madeirans, such as sugar cane, fruit trees such as banana, pineapple and papaya, and vines from which Madeira’s famous fortified wine is made. There are various other fruit trees, such as chestnuts, pines, eucalyptus and other species.

The archipelago is nowadays a travel destination for people from around the world and is a little over one hour by plane from Lisbon.

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Destinations

  • Santana

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  • Calheta

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  • Camacha

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  • Câmara de Lobos

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  • Caniçal

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  • Funchal

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  • Machico

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  • Porto Moniz

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  • Porto Santo

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  • Ribeiro Frio

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  • São Vicente

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  • A solution for travelers who are looking for an affordable but still good quality tour. Our hand-picked basic accommodations are 3 star hotels or similar.


    Paying more than standard for better accommodation services to make sure you absolutely have a comfortable trip. You will stay in very good accommodation (4 star, some 3 star high end).


    Mostly first-class hotels, with impeccable services with personal care (5 star hotels, Pousadas, mixed with very charming rural accommodation in smaller towns where high end hotels might not be available). Perfect choice for having great value for money!



  • You will pick up the rental car at the nearest desk on the first day that you will be driving. You should return it on the second last day at the nearest desk to your hotel. With the rental car you have the freedom of choice of how much to do and see each of the travelling days, allowing you to access some of the hidden gems along the way between each location. We will also book transfers from the airport to the hotel on the day of your arrival and from the hotel to the airport on the day of your departure.


    Our English Speaking private driver will pick you up at your Hotel, tour with you, and take you back to your hotel. Our driver will ensure you have what you need to make the most of your time. You will be driven on an Air conditioned and very comfortable luxury vehicle. The driver would be at your service about 8 hours per day, within the kilometers and itinerary set. We will also book transfers from the airport to the hotel on the day of your arrival and from the hotel to the airport on the day of your departure.The private driver service costs around 400 Euros to 500 Euros per day. The final price will be calculated based on your specific itinerary.


    Our English Speaking private driver will pick you up at the train stations and take you to the hotels and vice versa (where service is needed or available). Where there are no trains available, buses will be used as an alternative. We will also book transfers from the airport to the hotel on the day of your arrival and from the hotel to the airport on the day of your departure.


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