Take a breathtaking ride up the Madeira mountains to Nuns Valley, a village nested inside an ancient valley created by millions of years of erosion. Accompanied by a professional tukxi driver and local guide, enjoy amazing and cinematographic landscapes.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Private group
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 3 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- Portuguese, German, English, Spanish, French
- Pickup included
- Pickup is available from your hotel, cruise ship terminal or any point located in Funchal.
Experience
Highlights
- Take in breathtaking panoramic views of Funchal from the “Pico dos Barcelos” viewpoint
- Enjoy the change of landscape on the climb up the mountain
- Admire the mountain views, Nuns Valley and its village almost 500 meters below from the "Eira do Serrado" viewpoint
Full description
Start your Nuns Valley adventure by meeting your driver/guide in the lobby of your Funchal-located hotel room or at the terminal of your cruise ship. With your driver/guide, begin the ascent up to your first stop 355 meters above sea level at “Pico dos Barcelos” to take in the city of Funchal in all its glory.
Your next stop is the “Eira do Serrado” viewpoint, standing in the “heart” of the island at an elevation of 1,095 meters. Admire the mountain views, the Nuns Valley and its village "Curral das Freiras" almost 500 meters below. Around the parish village the central mountain chain of Madeira stands guard, providing an amazing view of an almost-cinematographic landscape.
Choose to either visit the village by driving through the tunnel that crosses the mountain or head back down to Funchal and make an extra stop at another viewpoint. After experiencing the wonderful changes in the landscape, from the seaside and urban environment of Funchal to the greener and dramatic mountain views, with changes in temperature and vegetation in between, you will be transported back to your desired drop-off point to relax after a day of adventure.
Includes
- Pickup and drop-off at your hotel, cruise ship terminal or any other desired location in Funchal
- Professional tukxi driver
- Food and drinks
Not suitable for
- Children under 3 years
COVID-19 precautions
Customers must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Important information
Not allowed
- Pets
- Oversize luggage
- Smoking
- Alcohol and drugs
Know before you go
- This tour is not recommended for children under 3 years old
- Due to legal restrictions, the maximum combined weight of the passengers must not exceed 210 kg
