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Wild Madeira
A hiker climbs a stone ridge path lit gold by sunrise as clouds swirl below, between Pico do Arieiro and Pico Ruivo.

The full itinerary

From mist-wrapped laurel forest and volcanic peaks to the Atlantic coast and the gardens of Funchal, one chapter at a time.

The route

Seven-day route around MadeiraThe route starts in the north at Fanal, goes west to Porto Moniz and São Vicente, up to Pico do Arieiro, down to Ponta do Sol on the south coast, east to Ponta de São Lourenço and finishes in Funchal.Atlantic Ocean1Fanal2Porto Moniz3São Vicente4Pico do Arieiro5Ponta do Sol6São Lourenço7FunchalN
An ancient laurel tree spreads twisted, moss-covered branches through the mist of Fanal forest.
Day 1 of 7North

Santana and Fanal area

Begin among mist-wrapped laurel trees that have stood on the island for centuries, then slow down with the forest’s quiet rhythm.

Nature

Fanal Laurissilva Forest and its ancient laurel trees

Local experience

Sidra apple cider and forest relaxation

Proposed stay & food

Eco mountain lodge and Espetada skewers

Proposed, subject to the final package

Atlantic waves wash over black lava rocks around the natural swimming pools of Porto Moniz.
Day 2 of 7West

Porto Moniz and Seixal

Swim in volcanic rock pools filled by the Atlantic and walk Seixal’s black sand beneath vivid green cliffs.

Nature

Volcanic natural pools and black sand beach

Local experience

Passion fruit and sugar cane juice

Proposed stay & food

Cliffside guesthouse, grilled limpets and Atlantic fish

Proposed, subject to the final package

A tall waterfall drops down a fern-covered cliff into a boulder-filled pool on the Rabaçal levada trails.
Day 3 of 7West

São Vicente and Calheta highlands

Follow the island’s historic levada channels through green valleys to the tumbling Risco Waterfall.

Nature

Risco Waterfall and Levada do Alecrim

Local experience

Traditional Poncha

Proposed stay & food

Restored watermill or valley accommodation with regional stews

Proposed, subject to the final package

A hiker climbs a stone ridge path lit gold by sunrise as clouds swirl below, between Pico do Arieiro and Pico Ruivo.
Day 4 of 7Central Peaks

Pico do Arieiro and the Central Peaks

Rise early to watch first light spill over a sea of clouds from Madeira’s dramatic volcanic summits.

Nature

Mountain sunrise above the clouds

Local experience

Wildflower honey and herbal teas

Proposed stay & food

Mountain chalet and mountain dining

Proposed, subject to the final package

The white seafront buildings and church tower of Ponta do Sol sit above a pebble beach, with green cliffs behind.
Day 5 of 7South Coast

Ponta do Sol and Calheta

Trade peaks for the sun-warmed south coast, where waterfalls meet the sea and evenings glow gold.

Nature

Coastal scenery and Cascata dos Anjos

Local experience

Banana liqueurs and sunset relaxation

Proposed stay & food

Boutique coastal hotel and Madeiran fusion cuisine

Proposed, subject to the final package

The bare volcanic ridges of the Ponta de São Lourenço peninsula run out into a calm blue sea.
Day 6 of 7East Peninsula

Machico, Caniçal and Ponta de São Lourenço

Walk the island’s wild eastern tip, a ribbon of red and ochre volcanic rock surrounded by deep blue ocean.

Nature

Volcanic cliffs and panoramic ocean views

Local experience

Queijadas de Machico pastries and birdwatching

Proposed stay & food

Traditional Quinta, tuna and milho frito

Proposed, subject to the final package

Funchal’s red-roofed houses climb the green hillside above the Atlantic under a bright blue sky.
Day 7 of 7Funchal

Funchal and Monte

Close the journey in Funchal’s gardens and old streets, with a toast of Madeira wine and the famous Monte toboggan.

Nature

Monte Palace Tropical Garden

Local experience

Madeira wine tasting and Monte Toboggan ride

Proposed stay & food

Heritage hotel and farewell dining

Proposed, subject to the final package

Your seven days

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Itinerary concepts shown. Accommodation, meals and activities are proposed and remain editable until the final package is approved.