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8 Days in Funchal: A Journey of Beauty and Adventure

Alejandro López

Alejandro López

16 Oct 2023

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day adventure in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal. Explore stunning viewpoints, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant city center. Get ready for a journey filled with beauty and excitement!

Day 1
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$76

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$ 18

Pestana Fisherman Village - Camara de Lobos

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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Directions

Pestana Fisherman Village - Camara de Lobos
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
13 - 16 min

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Directions

Funchal-Monte Cable Car
Modern cable car with vast panoramic views & connecting the lush Botanical Garden to Monte.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
$38
12 - 15 min

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Directions

Miradouro Pico dos Barcelos
Viewpoint with a cafe & vistas sweeping over Funchal, the sea & rugged inland mountains.
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
Sabor da Índia
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$38
Pestana Fisherman Village - Camara de Lobos
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 2
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$36

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$ 9

Pestana Fisherman Village - Camara de Lobos

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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Directions

Pestana Fisherman Village - Camara de Lobos
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
4 - 5 min

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Directions

Forteresse de Santiago
Enormous, yellow-hued fort built in the 17th century to defend the city from attacks by pirates.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
Barreirinha Bar Café
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$36
Pestana Fisherman Village - Camara de Lobos
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 3
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$40

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$ 9

Pestana Fisherman Village - Camara de Lobos

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Pestana Fisherman Village - Camara de Lobos
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
3 - 4 min

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Directions

Funchal City Center
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
Fala Fala
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$40
Pestana Fisherman Village - Camara de Lobos
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 4
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$36

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$ 9

Pestana Fisherman Village - Camara de Lobos

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Pestana Fisherman Village - Camara de Lobos
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
2 - 3 min

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Directions

Funchal Cathedral
Gothic-style, late-15th-century Catholic church with an ornate interior comprising 3 naves.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
Bioforma
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$36
Pestana Fisherman Village - Camara de Lobos
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 5
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$65

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$ 9

Pestana Fisherman Village - Camara de Lobos

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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Directions

Pestana Fisherman Village - Camara de Lobos
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
12 - 18 min

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Directions

Madeira Botanical Garden
Hillside botanical gardens with a bird park, natural history museum & glass houses, plus sea views.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$25
Planka
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$40
Pestana Fisherman Village - Camara de Lobos
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 6
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$0

Pestana Fisherman Village - Camara de Lobos

Depart from your stay 🏨

Day 7
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$36

·

$ 13

Pestana Fisherman Village - Camara de Lobos

Depart from your stay 🏨

64 - 77 min

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Directions

Pestana Fisherman Village - Camara de Lobos
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
15 - 18 min

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Directions

Pico Ruivo
Accessible by foot only, Madeira Island's highest mountain offers coastal views, trails & restrooms.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
Cantinho da Serra
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$36
Pestana Fisherman Village - Camara de Lobos
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 8
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$0

Pestana Fisherman Village - Camara de Lobos

Depart from your stay 🏨

Budget breakdown: $353 In total

Activities & Food:$289
Transport:$64