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East Tour - Santana: Journey Through The East Side of Island At Notable Locations
4.5
26 Ratings
Funchal
This is what we refer to as the Standard Journey across the Eastern part of the Island. The itinerary includes these destinations (in sequence): Camacha, Pico Arieiro, Ribeiro Frio, Faial, Santana, Portela, Ponta de Sao Lourenco, Machico
This is what we refer to as the Standard Journey across the Eastern part of the Island. The itinerary includes these destinations (in sequence): Camacha, Pico Arieiro, Ribeiro Frio, Faial, Santana, Portela, Ponta de Sao Lourenco, Machico
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Pico do Arieiro - Standing as the island’s third highest peak at 1,818 meters, it is the only peak accessible by car (entrance fee not included). Depending on the day, visitors may find themselves gazing down upon a sea of clouds or enjoying a spectacular 360-degree view of the island.
- Ribeiro Frio - Nestled within the Laurissilva Forest,…
- Pico do Arieiro - Standing as the island’s third highest peak at 1,818 meters, it is the only peak accessible by car (entrance fee not included). Depending on the day, visitors may find themselves gazing down upon a sea of clouds or enjoying a spectacular 360-degree view of the island.
- Ribeiro Frio - Nestled within the Laurissilva Forest, this is a stunning location in a lush green valley. Visitors can take a short walk through the forest called “Vereda dos Balcões” (entrance fee not included), though it may be inaccessible due to weather conditions. Additionally, the village offers a visit to the fish hatchery (entrance fee not included).
- Miradouro do Guindaste - A breathtaking spot by the sea, offering magnificent views over the valleys and the Eagle’s Nest massif.
- Santana - Famous for its traditional houses with triangular, straw-covered roofs. It’s a charming place to explore and experience the culture of Madeira. This is also the designated lunch break (not included).
- Miradouro da Portela - This viewpoint provides stunning views over Faial, Porto da Cruz, and the Eagle’s Nest massif.
- Ponta de São Lourenço - Located at the easternmost point of the island, it is renowned for its unique rock formations and vegetation.
- Machico - The site where Portuguese settlers first arrived in 1419. Situated in a broad valley, it offers plenty to explore.
What's Included
- Tourist guide
- Tourist guide
Additional Information
- Our company has the right to change the route depending on weather conditions
- Our company has the right to change the route depending on weather conditions
Location
Funchal
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(26 Ratings)
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Simon_b
Jul 11, 2025
Bruno was excellent,... - Bruno was excellent, picked us up from our Hotel and was very informative throughout the day. Lots of time at each stop to explore and his driving was brilliant and very comfortable considering the terrain of the roads. We were in a mini-bus with a total of 15 guests. Commentary was in English, French and Portuguese
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Culture05509461825
Feb 5, 2025
Madeira day tours - excellent east and west tour with Fernando and Bruno, well informed all the way in a small group both guides turned up at hotel on time and would defnitely reccomend them.Will be using again on our next trip to Madeira
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Trevor_n
Nov 19, 2024
Great introduction to the east side of the island - Great guide and we were lucky with the weather until we got to the peak (our last stop). With the Levada walk it is worth going to the end if the visibility is ok. The viewpoint is pretty good. Took us around 23 minutes, coming back is faster.
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Steve
Sep 29, 2024
Great day out - Fabulous day out with Rafael our guide in a comfortable 8 seater minibus. He quickly made the 3 couples and single man feel like a family. Great sights and not rushed as we took in the breathtaking scenery. The group comprised Welsh, English, French, Spanish and Portuguese and we bonded very well as Rafael recognised when to tell us important facts but also letting us talk. Great and inexpensive whole day out.
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Lynnh834
Sep 24, 2024
Fantastic Guide - Really enjoyed this tour Raphael our guide was so informative about the places that we stopped and the flowers that we came across he was a really lovely man who seemed to enjoy his job 😀
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Jason
Feb 18, 2024
Another memorable fabulous day spent in Madeira. - Driver knew island extremely well and explained a lot.
Mini bus felt new and had a powerful engine so driving up all the steep twisty roads was not a problem.
We had perfect weather, blue skies clear visibility.
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Chris2925
Oct 19, 2023
A grand day out - Great trip with friendly and knowledgeable guide. The scenery was stunning and the trip ended almost in another world having driven through the clouds to the top of Pico do Arieiro 1,810 metres above sea level.
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Marimari331
Jun 5, 2023
Wonderful island! - Thanks a lot to DG Travel for interesting, well organized tours! I did with them East Tour, West Tour, and the levada Ribeiro Frio-Portela. Always punctual, the guides are professional, knowledgeable, funny. Got a lot of information about the island, stunning views and amazing photos! Special thank to Ana who helped me to choose the tours:)
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Anne
Aug 25, 2023
East coast trip - All in all an excellent trip with a very knowledgeable driver.
Would have liked longer on pico (1st stop) and less 20-30 mins stop’s for photos (5-10 mins would be long enough for photos)
Thelevada walk was lovely but it would have been better to have time for coffee at the end of the walk.
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Adiecastle
Jan 19, 2025
Not the best experience. - The mini bus was very cramped.
So pleased be aware if you have disability issues.
The excursion needs to looked at. The first part going up to the highest mountain 3rd highest on the island Pico do Arieiro. Should be weather permitting only, this way people would be more excepting. It was thick fog ii was totally pointless & dangerous. We couldn't see a thing.
Bruno our guide continuely said this is part of the itinerary so he had to take us. WHY !!!! Personally my thoughts were if the weather is thick fog, you can't see a thing they know it's going to be like this why bother ???
Admittedly if the weather was good & clear day it would be amazing.
They should consider weather permitting then either cut the excursion length down or given us more time in the other places visited, to be fair were great. It was a waste of 2 hours rude up & down the mountain.
Madeira is a stunning island.
All excursions we did were amazing, this one was slight a disappointment I know you can't help the weather but some thought needs to be put into.
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