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8 Days in Funchal: A Journey of Beauty and Adventure

Alina Bundschu

Alina Bundschu

2 Jan 2024

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day adventure in Funchal, where ancient marvels meet breathtaking landscapes. Discover the thrill of toboggan runs, explore lush botanical gardens, indulge in exquisite wines, and soak in panoramic views. Get ready for an extraordinary experience in this enchanting city!

Trip to Funchal

Day 1Thrilling Toboggan Rides and Historic Fortresses
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$75

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$ 9

Associação dos Carreiros do Monte
Site for hill rides in handcrafted wicker sleds pulled by men known as "carreiros."
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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$25
1 - 2 min

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Monte wicker basket cars (toboggan run)
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$50
14 - 17 min

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Forteresse de Santiago
Enormous, yellow-hued fort built in the 17th century to defend the city from attacks by pirates.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 2Serene Gardens and Botanical Wonders
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$50

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$ 9

Jardim de Santa Luzia
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Madeira Botanical Garden
Hillside botanical gardens with a bird park, natural history museum & glass houses, plus sea views.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$50
Day 3Wine Tasting and Scenic Vistas
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$50

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$ 18

Blandy's Wine Lodge (former Adegas de São Francisco)
Samples & guided tours exploring Madeira wine production. barrel making & storage.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$50
5 - 6 min

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Quinta Magnólia
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Miradouro Pico dos Barcelos
Viewpoint with a cafe & vistas sweeping over Funchal, the sea & rugged inland mountains.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 4Tranquil Gardens and Beachside Bliss
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$0

Panoramic Gardens
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Lido bathing complex
Seafront leisure complex with saltwater tidal pools, a kids' pool & sundecks overlooking the sea.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 5Cable Car Excursion and Idyllic Gardens
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$125

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$ 9

Funchal-Monte Cable Car
Modern cable car with vast panoramic views & connecting the lush Botanical Garden to Monte.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$75
18 - 22 min

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Palheiro Gardens
Landscaped green space showcasing tropical plants in a hillside venue overlooking the ocean.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$50
Day 6Quinta da Boa Vista and Majestic Peaks
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$0

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$ 9

Quinta da Boa Vista
Year-round gardens showcasing a wide variety of orchids & other exotic plants & flowers.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
37 - 45 min

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Pico do Arieiro
A road reaches this 1,818-meter high peak, with a cafe & gift shop, that often looks down on clouds.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 7Immerse in the Beauty of Monte Palace
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$75

Monte Palace Madeira
Big, multi-level garden with exotic trees & flowers, ponds, African sculptures & a mineral museum.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$75
Day 8Unforgettable Farewell to Funchal
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$0

Budget breakdown: $427 In total

Activities & Food:$375
Transport:$52