Madeira East Island Special & Levada Walking Tour
Overview
Experience the natural beauty and contrasts of eastern Madeira on a full-day guided tour through mountains, forests, and coastal landscapes. Start with a convenient hotel pickup in Funchal and enjoy scenic viewpoints overlooking the city. Travel high into the mountains to Pico do Arieiro, Madeira’s third-highest peak, and take in breathtaking views. Continue to Ribeiro Frio to visit a traditional trout farm and enjoy an easy levada walk to the Balcões viewpoint within the Laurissilva forest. Discover Santana’s iconic thatched houses and stop for lunch in the north of the island. Afterward, follow the coast to Faial’s skywalk viewpoint and Porto da Cruz for a local rum tasting. End the day with impressive views of Ponta de São Lourenço, Machico, and nearby islands before returning to Funchal.
✔ Pico do Arieiro panoramic mountain views
✔ Levada walk in Ribeiro Frio Laurissilva forest
✔ Santana thatched houses and lunch stop
✔ Faial Skywalk, Porto da Cruz rum tasting
What's Included
- Free hotel pickup in Caniço, Funchal, and Câmara de Lobos
- 3-course lunch with drinks (shared tour only)
- Private tours meet directly at the ship exit
- Free visit to a local rum factory with tasting
- Shared cruise tours meet at the CR7 Museum
- Levada walk entrance fee (optional)
- Hotel pickup in Santa Cruz: additional
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup is available from all hotels in Funchal and Caniço. Cruise ship guests are collected directly from the harbor. Ships must arrive by 08:00 or earlier and depart at 17:00 or later. Pickup time is usually between 08:30 and 09:00, depending on your location. The supplier will confirm the exact pickup time after booking.
What To Expect
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Funchal (pass by)
Pico do Arieiro
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
PR11 Levada dos Balcões
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Miradouro do guindaste
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Santana
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Porto da Cruz
35 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Machico
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Funchal
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Funchal (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This activity is not suitable for people with mobility impairments.
- Please bring comfortable shoes and a jacket for your comfort during the activity.
- Although Funchal can be quite warm in winter, please bring warm clothing as temperatures are cooler at higher altitudes.
- The tour duration is approximately 8 hours.
- Pick-up is available from all hotels in Funchal and Caniço.
- The tour starts between 08:00 and 09:00, with return scheduled before 17:00.
- The excursion is conducted with a qualified guide in English, German, French, or Spanish.
- The itinerary may change due to unforeseen circumstances such as weather conditions or traffic restrictions.
- The levada walk has an additional cost of €3.00, payable on the day of the walk.
- Visitors typically receive their final tickets or vouchers 3 to 5 days prior to the tour date.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Free hotel pickup in Caniço, Funchal, and Câmara de Lobos.
- 3-course lunch with drinks (shared tour only).
- Private tours meet directly at the ship exit.
- Free visit to a local rum factory with tasting.
- Shared cruise tours meet at the CR7 Museum.
- Levada walk entrance fee (optional).
- Hotel pickup in Santa Cruz: additional.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Madeira East Island Special & Levada Walking Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Madeira East Island Special & Levada Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Free hotel pickup in Caniço, Funchal, and Câmara de Lobos
- 3-course lunch with drinks (shared tour only)
- Private tours meet directly at the ship exit
- Free visit to a local rum factory with tasting
- Shared cruise tours meet at the CR7 Museum
- Levada walk entrance fee (optional)
- Hotel pickup in Santa Cruz: additional
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This activity is not suitable for people with mobility impairments.
- Please bring comfortable shoes and a jacket for your comfort during the activity.
- Although Funchal can be quite warm in winter, please bring warm clothing as temperatures are cooler at higher altitudes.
- The tour duration is approximately 8 hours.
- Pick-up is available from all hotels in Funchal and Caniço.
- The tour starts between 08:00 and 09:00, with return scheduled before 17:00.
- The excursion is conducted with a qualified guide in English, German, French, or Spanish.
- The itinerary may change due to unforeseen circumstances such as weather conditions or traffic restrictions.
- The levada walk has an additional cost of €3.00, payable on the day of the walk.
- Visitors typically receive their final tickets or vouchers 3 to 5 days prior to the tour date.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
