Machico Tours and Tickets

During your Madeira vacation, take control of your sightseeing itinerary on a private, custom 7-hour tour from Funchal. Depending on your preferences, you'll explore the east or west side of the island in a 4x4 vehicle while receiving undivided attention from a private guide. If you choose to explore the east, you'll visit Pico do Arieiro, Santo da Serra, and Santana, famed for its triangular houses. Opt for the west side to marvel at the vineyards of  Sao Vicente and the panoramic views from Cabo Girao, Europe's highest sea cliff. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

The interior towns outside of coast-side Funchal are ideal for exploring traditional Madeira markets. This tour saves you the trouble of navigation and adds some excitement by traveling in an army open-top Jeep. You'll get picked up from your hotel in Funchal or Caniço and take back roads and minor off-roads to Santo de Sarra, where the local market sells everything from ceramics to sheep and fruit and vegetables.

Get off the beaten track on a full-day tour of Madeira by open-top 4x4 vehicle, exploring a landscape of rugged mountains with views to the sea. Depart Funchal for the northwestern side of the island, where the scenery gets wilder and more dramatic. You'll pass through a series of Madeira villages, with time to explore traditional factories, a saw mill, and old fashioned thatched houses. This full-day tour of northwest Madeira includes pickup and drop-off at Funchal hotels, and it's the perfect introduction to the island's natural side.

Journey to the lesser-seen side of Portugal on this off the beaten track 7-hour Jeep tour, from Funchal. See Santana, a renowned UNESCO biosphere reserve, where you can explore traditional houses. If you choose, you can select an option to go trout fishing for your lunch. Enjoy a convenient pickup at your hotel.

This is a great choice for travelers who enjoy walking and exploring the great outdoors. Enjoy a peaceful day in Ponta De Sao Lourenço with a certified mountain guide to accompany you so you don't get lost. This small-group tour is limited to 8 people, so you'll have better access to your guide for questions. See stunning viewpoints, learn about local vegetation, and enjoy spending time in nature.

Explore the delights of the Levada dos Balcoes walk plus off-road Jeep on this full-day tour departing from Funchal. Your journey begins at the stunning Pico do Arieiro, where you can admire Portugal's dynamic landscape and, if you're lucky, local wildlife. Then venture to the center of Santo da Serra, including the levada walk "Balcões" at Ribeiro Frio. Admire the mystical Laurissilva forest before returning to hotel or similar accommodation.

Experience Madeira's scenic southeast on this half-day tour from Funchal. Ensure a personal experience with private guide to accompany your small group of no more than four people. Relax at Praia das Palmeiras beach and see the 49-foot (15-meter) statue of Cristo Rei that predates its famous Rio de Janeiro replica. Check out gorgeous views of the coast at Ponta de Sao and marvel at the Santo da Serra Golf Club.

Spend a day exploring the dramatic sea cliffs, islands and traditional villages of Madeira's east coast on this full-day small-group tour, with a maximum of 8 people. Enjoy magnificent views of Ribeiro Frio, Pico do Arieiro and Laurissilva forest; discover the crafts-making heritage of Camacha village; and snap photos of the thatched triangular houses in Santana village. After a scenic walk along the levadas (canal ways) and a visit to a trout farm, tuck into a delicious 3-course lunch (included) on the island of Grutas do Faial.

Delve into the otherworldly landscapes of the Ponta de Sao Lourenço peninsula on a full-day hiking tour from Funchal. With just a private guide and your party, you'll embark on a trek through the lunar landscapes and coastal lookout points of the nature reserve, which features a few descents and steep climbs. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included on this active tour, recommended for travelers with a moderate level of fitness.

Experience the culture of Madeira during this full-day tour leaving from Funchal. On this tour see artisans at work in Camacha and the renowned cottages atop Santana mountain village. Also while visiting east Madeira, capture stunning views in Pico do Arieiro, Ribeiro Frio, and Portela.

The villages of Madeira are renowned for their lively markets and this tour takes you to the Sunday market in Santo da Serra. Along the way, stop at the beach resort of Santa Cruz, enjoy magnificent views across Machico Bay, and visit Ponta de Sao Lorenço, the easternmost point of the island.

East Madeira is known for its stunning A-Framed houses in Camacha. This day tour is perfect for travelers with limited time in Madeira as you'll see many highlights in one tour. Get access to incredible Pico Arieiro views, see the UNESCO World Heritage site Laurissilva Forest, and Ponta de Sao Lourenço. Traveling with a guide means you won't get lost, and you'll learn about Madeira as you explore its attractions.