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Ribeira Brava on Sundays with Sandro Vicente (With Transfer)

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3 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English

Overview

Explore the village of Ribeira Brava, from its geological origins to its role in Portuguese maritime expansion, in an authentic way.

What's Included

  • Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
  • Private transportation
  • Local Guide
  • Meals
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Participants must be at least 13 years old and 135 cm tall for transport purposes; Participants must be 90 years old or younger for insurance purposes;

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Ribeira Brava

1) Introduction to the geological formation and characteristics of the Madeira Archipelago; 2) Description of the flash floods that occurred in Madeira Island; 3) Interpretation of spatial planning of Ribeira Brava village; 4) Observation in situ of quaternary alluvial deposits and subaerial lava flows; 5) Synthesis about Madeira's settlement; 6) Engineering particularities of the manor house of Captain Luis Gonçalves Silva; 7) Observation of one of the Portuguese's Global Heritage Stones; 8) Sugar cane mills and their relation to the socio-economic evolution of Madeira; 9) Observation of the Portuguese-pavement style and the Madeiran-pavement style applied in the Town Hall building; 10) Resume about the foundation of the Ribeira Brava Municipality; 11) Visit and experience a local grocery store for a typical drink; 12) Analysis of the macroscopic characteristics of the geological materials used in houses construction; 13) Visit the local market of Ribeira Brava.
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3 hours Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Ribeira Brava on Sundays with Sandro Vicente (With Transfer)?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
  • Private transportation
  • Local Guide
  • Meals

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • 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
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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