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Half-day Highest Peaks Comfort Private 4x4

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Half-day Highest Peaks Comfort Private 4x4

About this activity

I can go pick you up at the port, on any cruise line when you want, in my Nissan Patrol GR 3.0 Luxury, at a time appropriate to your schedule.

Real Maderia Classic – For those who want to enjoy a 4×4 ride with more COMFORT & RELAXATION

Maximize your time on the island, trough the highlights and experience Madeira on a concentrated way...

Visit Pico do Areiro, the third-highest peak on the island, 1811 m above sea level. There are usually very dramatic mountain views and sometimes we’re above the clouds!

Get ready to be amazed by panoramic views and explore the heart of nature, while learning all about Madeira's traditions and history.

We can make my program, create your own tour, or just minor changes during the tour, away from the big groups, taking advantage of the good things that Madeira has to offer!

I will do my best to provide you a unique experience that you will never forget!

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At a glance

Duration
4 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–6
Guide
Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
Operated by
Miguel Is Here

What is included

Included

  • Included: All Fees and Taxes
  • Included: Private Transportation
  • Included: Guides

Not included

  • Not included: Tea and coffee: Coffee stop - drinks not included - local bar

Itinerary

  1. Porto do Funchal

    10 min

    Your private tour begins at the Port (On any cruise line), in my Nissan Patrol GR 3.0 Luxury, at a time appropriate to your schedule.

    Capacity: 7 seats (6 clients) - All forward-facing seats

    Real Maderia Classic – For those who want to enjoy a 4×4 ride with more COMFORT & RELAXATION

    Maximize your time on the island, trough the highlights and experience Madeira on a concentrated way...

    Get ready to be amazed by panoramic views and explore the heart of nature, while learning all about Madeira's traditions and history.

    At the end of the tour you will want to return and stay longer on my paradise :)

  2. Zona Velha

    15 min

    On board our Jeep, the trip starts from Funchal to Poiso at 1412mts of altitude, passing by Montado do Pereiro (protected Natural Área), always with its beautiful bay in the background. Along the way we can contemplate very dramatic views and a breathtaking landscape over the south and north side of the island.

    We will to cross the old town with very narrow roads.

  3. Stop 3

    25 min

    After crossing the natural park, we will arrive at Poiso, at an altitude of 1400 meters.

    After crossing the densest forest and arriving at Poiso, we will continue to climb towards Pico Areeiro. After exceeding 1400 meters of altitude, we will then be able, along the entire climb, to contemplate a more panoramic landscape until we reach the top of the mountain

  4. Pico Do Areeiro

    20 min

    Visit Pico do Areiro, the third-highest peak on the island, 1811 m above sea level. There are usually very dramatic mountain views and sometimes we’re above the clouds! We will take some time to discover the area, explore some of the hidden gems.

    Pico do Arieiro is part of the dramatic mountain scenery of the interior of Madeira

  5. Stop 5

    20 min

    Miradouro do Juncal - Situated on Madeira’s third highest peak, Juncal viewpoint is one of the best sunrise spot in Madeira.

    Make sure you don’t forget your camera as you could get some really unique photos from above the clouds.

  6. Pico Do Areeiro

    20 min Admission not included

    After Pico Areeiro we'll start our slow descend through the panoramic road to the Nuns valley

    On the way we will make another stop to enjoy an amazing view

  7. Miradouros Do Paredao

    20 min

    Miradouro do Paredão (1500m) - It offers visitors excellent panoramic views over the municipality of Funchal and the emblematic parish of Curral das Freiras

  8. Miradouro Eira do Serrado

    30 min

    Eira do Serrado (1095m) - offers an unobstructed view of the parish of Curral das Freiras, surrounded by the grandeur of Madeira's characteristic green mountains.

    We need to make a walk to reach the view point

    If it`s not clear higher than 1300m, we will depart from Funchal directly to Eira do Serrado view point.

  9. Miradouro Pico Dos Barcelos

    15 min

    Pico dos Barcelos - The large valley that serves as a natural amphitheatre for Funchal, on one side, and the calm sea that bathes the south coast of Madeira, on the other: this is what you can see from the Pico dos Barcelos Viewpoint.

    Located in the parish of Santo António - home to the 'Andorinha' football club, which kick-started Cristiano Ronaldo's career - this observatory is at an altitude of 355 metres and is ideally positioned for visitors to enjoy peaceful views of Funchal's urban landscape, particularly its bay.

    Pico dos Barcelos Viewpoint also allows you, on days when the visibility is good, to see the Desertas Islands, a group of three small volcanic islands: Ilhéu Chão, Deserta Grande and Bugio. This is, of course, a magnificent and memorable panoramic view.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • If you don't want me to pick you up inside the port of Funchal, we can meet you in front of the main entrance of Hotel Pestana Cr7

End point

  • If you don't want me to pick you up inside the port of Funchal, we can meet you in front of the main entrance of Hotel Pestana Cr7

Pickup points

The meeting point will be inside the port, next to the exit door (Check-Out) of your cruise ship.

One day before I will let you know which parking place we will meet. Very easy :)

Using your ticket

We can start between 9am & 10am, at a time appropriate to your schedule, as for reasons out of our control the boat can be late

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

  • Minimum age: 5 years old

  • We will go up to 1.815 meters high, so it can be hot or cooler. Important to bring a jacket if necessary - dress appropriately

Options

  • Half Day Peaks Comfort 4x4

    Price for 6 people: Special price for 6 people

    Pickup included

  • Half Day PEAKS Comfort 4×4

    Price for only 5 people: Special price for 5 People

    Pickup included

  • Half-day PEAKS Comfort 4x4

    Price for only 4 people: Special price for only 4 people maximum

    Pickup included

Traveller ratings

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