Day Trips in Funchal

Day trips in Funchal offer travelers the perfect balance of adventure, discovery, and convenience. Whether you are short on time or simply looking for an immersive experience without the need for overnight stays, these tours provide an excellent way to explore the highlights of Funchal and its surroundings in just one day. Guided by knowledgeable local experts, you can uncover hidden gems, iconic landmarks, and cultural treasures that bring the destination to life. From exploring scenic countryside and nearby villages to visiting historic monuments and vibrant marketplaces, day trips are designed to maximize your travel experience. They are ideal for families, couples, and solo adventurers alike, offering curated itineraries that combine comfort with unforgettable exploration. You can relax knowing that transportation, guides, and carefully planned stops are all taken care of. Best of all, day trips in Funchal give you the chance to see more in less time, making them a smart choice for travelers who want to make the most of their visit. With a variety of options available, every traveler can find a day trip that matches their interests and leaves them with lasting memories.

Top Day Trips in Funchal

Small Group West Tour Waterfalls & Fanal Forest Tour in Funchal

Funchal , Madeira

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (396 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 38.54

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

Experience the West Tour - Waterfalls and Peaks, and enjoy the hillsides and the waterfalls spilling down to the Atlantic. The natural sea pools at Porto Moniz and the coast roads hugging the contours of the mountains, passing through the Fanal Forest - the magical forest on the Island, a must see. This small group tour of 15 max, ensures a personalized experience full of insights from a local guide.

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Highly Recommended 100 % West Tour Madeira in Funchal

Funchal , Madeira

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (312 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 38.24

Duration: 7 hours (approx.)

Visit some of the most spectacular views Madeira has to offer, this is one of the most complete tours you can do. From the Southern coast, through the centre plateau arriving to the northern coast. This tour stops in: Miradouro Rancho » Cabo Girão Viewpoint » Ribeira Brava »Canhas » Paúl da Serra » Porto Moniz » Ribeira da Janela Praia» Seixal Véu da Noiva. ANY ACCOMMODATION OUTSIDE OF FUNCHAL CITY WE DON'T COLECT !!!!! THIS IS THE VILLAGES WE DON'T COLECT : Ponta de São Lourenço, Garajau, Caniço, Ribeira Brava, Jardim da Serra , Santa Cruz, Machico, Ponta do Sol, Porto da Cruz, Calheta, Prazeres, Ponta do Pargo, Porto Moniz, São Vicente, Ponta Delgada, Santana, São Roque do Faial, Faial, Santo da Serra, Arco de São Jorge, Eira do Serrado, Curral das Freiras. ATTENTION DOES NOT include pickup INSIDE of the Cruise Ship Port (meeting point CR7 Museum) Start 08:30 am /16:30 pm Attention. Minimum any Tour 2 people.

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The East Tour Great Guide Great Tour. in Funchal

Funchal , Madeira

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (238 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 38.24

Duration: 7 hours (approx.)

One of the most ancient trips the island has to offer, taking you through historic places and imposing landmarks. Mountain and landscape in cultivation! This tour stops in: Pico Arieiro » Ribeiro Frio »Faial Guindaste # Santana » Porto da Cruz » Pico do Facho. Anny accommodation outside the city of Funchal..WE DON'T COLECT!!!TThis Tour start in Funchal City THIS IS THE VILLAGES OR CITYS WE DON'T COLECT! Ponta de São Lourenço, Garajau, Caniço,Machico, Ribeira Brava, Santa Cruz, Ponta do Sol, Porto da Cruz, Calheta, Prazeres, Ponta do Pargo, Porto Moniz, São Vicente, Ponta Delgada, Santana, São Jorge, São Roque do Faial, Santo da Serra, Eira do Serrado, Curral das Freiras. ATTENTION DOES NOT include pickup INSIDE of the Cruise Ship Port (meeting point CR7 Museum outside of Port). 08:30am/16:30pm.If you want to have a Private Tour please contact us. Only for Cruise Ship customers. ATTENTION MINIMUM 2 people for any Tour... 1 client we don't work.

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Full Day Tour of Madeira West in Funchal

Funchal , Madeira

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (167 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 35.85

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

Experience the west of the beautiful island of Madeira with friendly and professional tour guides. On this 8 hour tour we take you to simply fantastic and unique places in the world. This excursion is almost mandatory when you visit Madeira Island. It's really worth it.

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Exorbitant West Tour in Funchal

Funchal , Madeira

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (68 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 35.85

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

Experience the west of the beautiful island of Madeira with friendly and professional tour guides. On this 8 hour tour we take you to simply fantastic and unique places in the world. This excursion is almost mandatory when you visit Madeira Island. It's really worth it.

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Porto Moniz - Natural Swimming Pools in Funchal

Funchal , Madeira

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (62 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 35.85

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

Adventurous villages and spectacular views make Madeira perfect for those who wish to spend their holidays off the beaten path. This is the perfect tour.

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 Magnificent East Tour in Funchal

Funchal , Madeira

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (50 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 35.85

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

Departure from the hotel at 9:00 am towards the parish of Camacha to observe the wicker factory and all its process. Afterwards, climb to Pico do Areeiro at 1818m, where you can observe the beautiful mountains and surrounding valleys and even the parish of Curral das nuntas, deep in one of the great valleys. Descent to Ribeiro Frio, where there is a nursery of trout that later are dropped in the brook. A visit to the center of Santana is followed to observe the typical triangular houses with thatched roof, followed by another stop in Faial. Returning to Funchal, you will have two more stops, at the belvedere of Ponta de São Lourenço and Machico. Return to the hotel by 5:00 p.m.

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West Tour in Funchal

Funchal , Madeira

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (47 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 41.83

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

On this day you will discover several natural wonders, as well as surprising landscapes. Start in Câmara de Lobos, a picturesque fishing village featured in Sir Winston Churchill's 1950 painting. Continue the journey towards Cabo Girão and admire the wine fields, used for the production of the famous Madeira Wine. Reach the highest maritime cliff in Europe, and the second highest in the world, Cabo Girão at 580 meters high. Follow the west coast until you reach Ribeira Brava, and the Encumeadas viewpoint, at 1007 meters. Admire the wonderful landscapes both on the coast and on the island. Proceeding, you will cross the plateau of Paúl da Serra, the largest plateau on the island of Madeira. Stop for a snack in Porto Moniz, a famous spot in the north of the island, known for its natural pools. Driving towards São Vicente, you will enjoy the small waterfalls, passing through Seixal, along the way. End of the day with a visit to São Vicente. Return to the Hotel.

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Amazing East Tour  in Funchal

Funchal , Madeira

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (33 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 35.85

Duration: 7 hours (approx.)

Come and live Madeiras history. Starting from the reception of your hotel we make our way, passing the Eucalyptus and Mimosa forests unto the breathtaking mountains of Pico do Arieiro at 1800m, descending to Ribeiro Frio where you will find the trout hatchery we stop for a short walk in the most beautiful old forest of Madeira 45 minutes easy walk (this is not compulsory, no walk takes place in rain and bad weather). and the Santana UNESCO BIOSPHERE RESERVE. Taking the old road of Faial, Santana will be the next stop where you will find the traditional thatched houses and vines. A visit to an old original house is included. In this Village a lunch stop will be made. Driving along the sugar cane village a stop for rum tasting. Driving the Southeast coast of Machico where the first Portuguese settlers arrived in the 15 century. The next stop is at Ponta de São Lourenço the eastern point cape of the Island where the rock formation will astound you, we then return to hotel.

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Full Day - Madeira East in Funchal

Funchal , Madeira

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (28 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 35.85

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

Departure from the hotel at 9:00 am towards the parish of Camacha to observe the wicker factory and all its process. Afterwards, climb to Pico do Areeiro at 1818m, where you can observe the beautiful mountains and surrounding valleys and even the parish of Curral das nuntas, deep in one of the great valleys. Descent to Ribeiro Frio, where there is a nursery of trout that later are dropped in the brook. A visit to the center of Santana is followed to observe the typical triangular houses with thatched roof, followed by another stop in Faial. Returning to Funchal, you will have two more stops, at the belvedere of Ponta de São Lourenço and Machico. Return to the hotel by 5:00 p.m.

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Transfer to Caldeirão Verde Levada Self-Guided Hike Queimadas in Funchal

Funchal , Madeira

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (23 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 40.63

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

Hike at your own rhythm on a self-guided trek in Caldeirão Verde. Explore the incredible Laurissilva Forest and mystical trail along a water channel, with green views on one side and stunning waterfalls along the other. Observe the waterfalls, ancient endemic trees, the Levada trail, and feel the nature of Queimadas. Get picked up at your accommodation with a shared transfer (up to 8 guests per van). Arrive at your destination and receive your hike instructions with scheduling and map explanation. The hike is a round trip trail totalling 15 km in length. The starting point will be at Queimadas Park. The ending point will be at the end of PR JOEL trail (um Caminho para todos trail) for another 1.9km (20/25 minutes). This hike will take you roughly 5.5-hours to complete. The minimum elevation on this tour is 872-meters whereas the maximum is 1062-meters, so it's not known for hills or stairs. However, you will encounter 4 tunells with a max lengh of 200 metres.

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Majestic West Tour and Fanal Forest  in Funchal

Funchal , Madeira

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (20 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 35.85

Duration: 7 hours (approx.)

Regarded as one of Madeira most popular tours, From your hotel, we make our way to Camara de Lobos where beautiful landscapes were painted by Sr. Winston Churchill in the 1950. The drive through Estreito de Camara de Lobos, where the vines were first introduced and still exist today, Cabo Girão the highest sea cliff in Europe 580m skywalk viewpont, Brief stop in Ribeira Brava to visit old monuments including the church, Paul da Serra Madeira´s popular flat plateau at 1500m above sea level. Embracing the beautiful laurel forest views (great highlight of Madeira) through Madeira´s little green Scotland. Arriving at Porto Moniz (natural volcanic pools) where swimming can be enjoyed in summer. The tour continues along the North coast where waterfalls are visible. Drive through the village of São Vicente where nature will escort you up to the Encumeada pass 1007 (This stop is not done in rain or bad weather). Return to the Hotel.

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Discover The East - Madeira Island in Funchal

Funchal , Madeira

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (15 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 35.85

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

Departure from the hotel at 9:00 am towards the parish of Camacha to observe the wicker factory and all its process. Afterwards, climb to Pico do Areeiro at 1818m, where you can observe the beautiful mountains and surrounding valleys and even the parish of Curral das nuntas, deep in one of the great valleys. Descent to Ribeiro Frio, where there is a nursery of trout that later are dropped in the brook. A visit to the center of Santana is followed to observe the typical triangular houses with thatched roof, followed by another stop in Faial. Returning to Funchal, you will have two more stops, at the belvedere of Ponta de São Lourenço and Machico. Return to the hotel by 5:00 p.m.

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Santana / Typical Houses Tour in Funchal

Funchal , Madeira

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (11 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 35.85

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

The most popular tour on the island of Madeira. We have created a diversified program especially for you to ensure that you have the best time of your life. We want our customers to see the spectacular beauty of Madeira Island.

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Tour - 8 Villages to the West in Funchal

Funchal , Madeira

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (8 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 41.83

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

Once known as the Pearl of the Atlantic, there will always be reasons to maintain its designation. Amid belvederes, gardens and various high altitude peaks, Madeira is the ideal destination for a family holiday or a short trip for two.

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Why Choose Our Day Trips in Funchal?

Our day trips in Funchal are carefully designed to combine convenience, cultural insights, and memorable experiences. Each itinerary highlights the best of Funchal, led by local guides who know the destination inside and out.

Frequently Asked Questions About Day Trips in Funchal

Most day trips in Funchal include transportation, a local guide, and entrance to selected attractions. Some itineraries also provide meals or free time for independent exploration.

Day trips in Funchal typically last between 6 to 10 hours, depending on the destination and itinerary. They are designed to make the most of your day while keeping travel times comfortable.

Yes, many day trips in Funchal are family-friendly, offering activities and destinations that appeal to both adults and children. Be sure to check tour descriptions for age recommendations.

Booking in advance is recommended to secure your spot, especially during peak travel seasons in Funchal. Some tours may allow same-day bookings if space is available.
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