Activity Funchal, Portugal

Nuns Valley Tour

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Nuns Valley (Nuns Valley) is a small parish nestling between almost perpendicular mountains in the heart of the island. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Boss's Well - Nuns Valley — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

This is a trip to the center of Madeira Island, where extraordinary mountains with cloud-covered ridges descend to the verdant valleys in the most spectacular way.

Our excursion begins with a visit to the Mirador do Pico dos Barcelos (from this place it is possible to contemplate a panoramic view of the bay and the city of Funchal). We then proceed to Eira do Serrado, a viewpoint located at 1094 meters above the parish of Curral das Freiras. Then we went to the small village of Curral das Freiras.

The enormous cauldron in which the Curral das Freiras is situated was formed by erosion, which is the latest theory, or, as many still believe, by volcanic activity. The village is very isolated and the inhabitants live mainly from what they cultivate. The local chestnuts are delicious and are used in daily cooking. Every year, the inhabitants celebrate the 'Chestnut Festival', for which the village is famous.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Portuguese, English, Spanish
Operated by: Feeling Madeira - Tours & Walks

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: All Fees and Taxes

Itinerary

Valley of the Nuns

40 min

Nuns Valley, the trip to the center of the island takes us down into the Valley of the Nuns; Curral das Freiras which is mystically overshadowed by beautiful mountains with peaks covered by the layers of white clouds.
Miradouro Eira do Serrado

40 min

The Eira do Serrado Viewpoint is not only fantastic for its magnificent view but also by the tranquility and the almost untouched and wild nature. Here you can see the picturesque village of Curral das Freiras.
Miradouro Pico Dos Barcelos

30 min

Viewpoint of Barcelos Peak. The famous viewpoint, with a magnificent view of Funchal, heading to one of the most beautiful viewpoints.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

The Editory Garden Funchal
Pestana Vila Lido
Residencial Greco
Pestana Miramar
Hotel Windsor
Enotel Magnolia
Hotel Funchal
Monte Carlo
Pestana Casino Park
Pestana Gardens Ocean Aparthotel
Les Suites at The Cliff Bay
Travellers Pearl by Storytellers

and 86 more pickup points

IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING PICK-UPS AND TRANSPORT

Please note that pick-ups are available within Funchal city centre and the main tourist hotel area.

Some areas, including pedestrian zones, historic streets in Funchal, and locations with restricted access for the type of transport we use, may not be suitable for direct pick-up.

If your accommodation is located outside our pick-up area or in a restricted-access zone, please provide us with your full accommodation address so that we can direct you to the nearest available meeting point in Funchal.

Our activities are usually operated in groups of around 16 participants. However, during peak seasons, the type of transport may be adjusted and the number of participants per group may increase, depending on availability and logistical requirements.