Madeira best of the east full day guided tour
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Book this full day guided tour to get to know the Madeira's best of east. Leaving the Lido area where your tour begins, you'll first stop at Terreiro da Luta where you can have a look over the viewpoint.The drive continues towards the Pico do Arieiro mountain, at an altitude of 1818 metres it is the third-highest peak on the island and affords breathtaking views.After visiting the highest peak in Madeira, you'll head down to the coast through the forest to the last home of Madeira's emblematic straw-roofed houses. Passing villages and stunning seascapes, you arrive at the very eastern point for some views of the bold north and sunny southern coasts in one panoramic view.On the northern slopes of the island the tour reaches a popular starting point for 'levada' walks, Ribeiro Frio. With its trout pools, this area still has much of its original vegetation. The island was once completely covered by 'Laurissilva' forest, a relic from prehistoric times.Then you'll have time for lunch in Santana, that is characterised by its small thatched triangular houses, before heading towards Ponta de São Lourenço, situated in the eastern part of the island, this is the place where rocks, sea and nature combine.Your last stop is Machico, a viewpoint where you can look over the bay and the golden sandy beach before you head back to your accommodation.
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8 hours
Available in English, French, Spanish, German, PortugueseImportant information
Accessibility:
* This experience is not recommended for people with wheelchair users, people with heart problems, pregnant women or those with vertigo/fear of heights
Know in advance:
* There is a maximum of 14 people per booking
* Please enter your Funchal area hotel name and address for pickup during check-out
* Please wear comfortable clothing and footwear with a good grip like hiking boots or tennis shoes or good sneakers
* Please note that in case of changing weather conditions, an alternate and similar hike will be suggested at another location if it's available, rescheduled or refunded
* Tours may be done with up to 2 languages in the same group
* Tours may be changed or cancelled due to weather or other reasons that may be out of the local partner's control. (vehicle problems, government restrictions, events or road closures, etc)
Remember to bring:
* Please note you need to be fit and used to hiking in narrower paths that can contain steps, some inclination, proximity to heights