Private Tailored tour to the East in a 4WD
Overview
These tours are designed for those who want to spend a day with a local, like a local, avoiding crowds and visiting even the must-see places at the quietest times.
All tours are led by a single guide — myself — and I love what I do. I always add something special to each tour, making it unique, just like my guests, and I go the extra mile to ensure an unforgettable experience.
I begin every tour with a personal agenda, because I want you to feel the love and passion I have for this incredibly beautiful island!
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Insurances required by Portuguese Law
- All Fees and Taxes
- Children up to 12 years old join free of charge and families can book the tour for 3 people.
- Lunch Lunch and drinks in a typical, non touristic and genuine places
Meeting and Pickup
These are private tours with a single pick-up stop, and the adventure begins as soon as we meet. Important: pick-ups outside Funchal, Santa Cruz, and Câmara de Lobos incur a small additional fee. I drive a car branded with the Go Local Madeira logo and usually pick up guests at their door. For on-shore tours, I’ll meet you at the cruise ship dock and provide clear, easy-to-follow instructions to ensure a smooth and stress-free meeting.I have two fully restored all-terrain vehicles for your comfort and safety:Nissan Patrol (1993) – 5 seats: 1 facing forward, 4 in the back facing sideways (60 cm / 23 inches each), with a panoramic/convertible roof for amazing views.Land Rover Discovery TDI (1996) – 4 seats facing forward, perfect for a comfortable ride.Vehicles are assigned depending on availability, maintenance, or weather conditions, with prior notice given to guests.
What To Expect
We will explore the East of Madeira, the region with more diversity in culture, forest, hikes, flavors, and breathtaking landscapes. In the East is so easy to avoid the beaten track and touristy places and more than a tour, you can experience a full immersion, where you will feel like a local. This tour will be customized to my guests depending on their expectations or places they want to visit. I can also provide an on-time designed tour just after talking with guests and knowing what they would like to do or if they have any interests in particular and i can suggest some itineraries that can fulfill their expectations.
The pickup time is merely a suggestion. Travelers can choose the time to be picked up, upon agreement with the guide.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Tailored tour to the East in a 4WD?
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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).
- Private transportation.
- Insurances required by Portuguese Law.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Children up to 12 years old join free of charge and families can book the tour for 3 people.
- Lunch. Lunch and drinks in a typical, non touristic and genuine places.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Tailored tour to the East in a 4WD is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Tailored tour to the East in a 4WD 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
- Private transportation
- Insurances required by Portuguese Law
- All Fees and Taxes
- Children up to 12 years old join free of charge and families can book the tour for 3 people.
- LunchLunch and drinks in a typical, non touristic and genuine places
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
