10 Days in Funchal: A Journey of Delights

Enya He.

10 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling 10-day adventure in Funchal, where ancient marvels meet breathtaking landscapes. Discover hidden gems, indulge in local delicacies, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of this enchanting city.

Trip to Funchal

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Viator

Day 1From Traditional Snacks to Majestic Peaks

$39

$ 18

Funchal Design Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

31 - 38 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$26

35 - 42 min

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A road reaches this 1,818-meter high peak, with a cafe & gift shop, that often looks down on clouds.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

27 - 33 min

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Site for hill rides in handcrafted wicker sleds pulled by men known as "carreiros."

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$13

Day 2Sipping Poncha and Conquering Pico Ruivo

$24

$ 13

Funchal Design Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

36 - 44 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

44 - 53 min

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Accessible by foot only, Madeira Island's highest mountain offers coastal views, trails & restrooms.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 3Exploring History and Captivating Views

$41

$ 9

Funchal Design Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

5 - 8 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$28

6 - 9 min

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500 years of art, ceramics, jewelry & antiques housed in an 18th-century villa in lush gardens.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$13

9 - 14 min

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Imposing hilltop castle offering panoramic views of the city & sea, plus an adjacent cafe.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Viewpoint with a cafe & vistas sweeping over Funchal, the sea & rugged inland mountains.

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 4Culinary Delights and Serene Gardens

$26

Funchal Design Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 11 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$26

5 - 8 min

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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 5Wine Tasting and Cultural Treasures

$49

Funchal Design Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 11 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

3 - 4 min

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Blandy's Wine Lodge (former Adegas de São Francisco)

Samples & guided tours exploring Madeira wine production. barrel making & storage.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$25

7 - 10 min

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11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Gothic-style, late-15th-century Catholic church with an ornate interior comprising 3 naves.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 6Cocktails, Markets, and Football Legends

$42

$ 5

Funchal Design Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 14 min

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Restaurante típico Madeirense

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

4 - 5 min

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Traditional indoor facility built in 1940 featuring merchants of produce, flowers & seafood.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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Museum spotlighting the famous footballer Cristiano Ronaldo featuring his career history & trophies.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$18

Day 7Authentic Italian Cuisine and Historic Charm

$44

$ 5

Funchal Design Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 15 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

5 - 8 min

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Historic area with narrow cobbled streets lined with restaurant & bars, plus old merchant houses.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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Unique, modern museum with interactive exhibits of Madeira's history, plus a bistro with a terrace.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$20

Day 8Sunset Drinks and Aerial Adventures

$62

$ 13

Funchal Design Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

3 - 4 min

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Seafront leisure complex with saltwater tidal pools, a kids' pool & sundecks overlooking the sea.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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Modern cable car with vast panoramic views & connecting the lush Botanical Garden to Monte.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$38

Day 9Rustic Charm and Exquisite Gardens

$64

$ 13

Funchal Design Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$26

6 - 8 min

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Big, multi-level garden with exotic trees & flowers, ponds, African sculptures & a mineral museum.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$38

Day 10Oceanfront Dining and Historic Fortresses

$51

$ 13

Funchal Design Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$26

6 - 9 min

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Hillside botanical gardens with a bird park, natural history museum & glass houses, plus sea views.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

9 - 11 min

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Enormous, yellow-hued fort built in the 17th century to defend the city from attacks by pirates.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $525 In total

Activities & Food:$440

Transport:$86