The Peaks Quest Running Tour (Moderate-Hard)
Overview
In this tour you will push hard through the steps, you will sweat a lot, but in the end we're pretty sure you will say it worths it!
This is one of those places that you feel so tiny in the middle of the big mountains, and being able to run in it, it's just priceless!
What's Included
- Headlamp
- Photos
- Personal Accidents Insurance
- Liability Insurance
Meeting and Pickup
Pestana CR7 Funchal
Avenida Sa Carneiro, Praça do Mar, Funchal 9000, Portugal
We pick up the travelers from Funchal at the place they're staying. If out of Funchal, we pick up earlier.
Avenida Sá Carneiro
9000-017 Funchal, Portugal
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
This trail running experience starts on the 3rd highest peak of Madeira - Pico Areeiro (1818m) crosses by some steep trails and lots of steps through the scenic central mountain range of the island, crossing Pico das Torres (2nd highest - 1851m) by tunnels, and climbing to the top of the island - Pico Ruivo (1862m). The way back is made my the same trail, but always with new and unexpected views.
The track is a 12km long and about 1.000m elevation gain/loss. The terrain is made mostly of rocky paved parts, dirt and lots of steps.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with hard vertigo (the cliffs have hand rail)
- Not recommended for claustrophobic travelers (tunnels)
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Peaks Quest Running Tour (Moderate-Hard)?
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Activity code: C-60811P2
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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).
- Headlamp.
- Photos.
- Personal Accidents Insurance.
- Liability Insurance.
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 2025The minimum age to participate is 16..
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 The Peaks Quest Running Tour (Moderate-Hard) is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with hard vertigo (the cliffs have hand rail)
- Not recommended for claustrophobic travelers (tunnels)
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for The Peaks Quest Running Tour (Moderate-Hard) 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
- Headlamp
- Photos
- Personal Accidents Insurance
- Liability Insurance
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with hard vertigo (the cliffs have hand rail)
- Not recommended for claustrophobic travelers (tunnels)
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
