Madeira's North Side express private tour
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Madeira's North Side express private tour

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£71.00
Free cancellation
Language: English, Spanish, Portuguese
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 5 hours
Wheelchair accessible
Instant confirmation
Skip the line
Fast track
Guided tour
Local touch
Private Tour
Smaller group size
Subject expert guide
E-Voucher
Why you’ll love this…
  • At São Vicente, you can stroll the promenade or visit a local bakery
  • The possibility to admire the iconic Bride’s Veil waterfall
  • The dramatic volcanic rock formations at Ribeira da Janela
  • You'll have the chance for a swim in natural pools, or enjoy lunch in Porto Moniza
  • Scenic stops all along the route, with flexible time to enjoy additional viewpoints
What to expect

Explore the impressive Madeira's North Side during this half-day expedition.

Begin in São Vicente, where the lush north side of Madeira immediately stands out. Stroll along the new promenade or stop at a local bakery for a taste of Madeira to take away.

Next, visit the famous Bride’s Veil Waterfall, one of the island’s most photographed natural wonders, and capture its beauty up close.

Continue to Ribeira da Janela to marvel at the impressive volcanic rock formations and rugged coastline.

Enjoy a long break in Porto Moniz (around 1h15), where you can swim in the renowned natural volcanic pools or have lunch in the small seaside town.

Along the journey, Ross will ensure you have time for additional scenic stops, giving you a flexible, personalized experience.

Depending on the day, you may also visit Seixal, offering iconic views of the black sand beach and surroundings.

Discover Madeira at your own pace with a fully private tour, exploring its history, culture, and natural wonders while creating unforgettable memories.

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What's included
  • check Guided tour
  • check Private transportation
  • check Private tour
  • check Pick-up and drop-off from designated areas
  • check Driver guide
  • check Child seat
  • check Local guide
  • check Small group experience
  • check Insurance
What's not included
  • x_not_included Food and drinks
  • x_not_included Attractions tickets
Where
Meeting point:
The local operator offers personalized pick-up and drop-off in Funchal, Caniço and C. de Lobos. Please, provide your pick-up location at checkout. For cruise ship passengers: You can meet your guide outside the main cruise terminal, in front of the Cristiano Ronaldo Museum (approx. 10 min walking). Alternatively, provide your cruise ship name and arrival time for pick-ups inside the terminal.
What to remember

Know in advance:

  • The vehicle can accommodate 3 passengers with individual seats

Remember to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes, a jacket and sunscreen
  • If it is sunshine, bring your beachwear clothes
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Provider
Madeira 4 Tours
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

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    Stephen

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    5
    5 December 2025

    Travelled with family

    Views absolutely amazing

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    RoMa

    Verified booking

    5
    28 July 2025

    Travelled as a couple

    Gids/reisleider/chauffeur was top. Wist veel te vertellen en bracht ons naar plekken waar je met de bus niet komt. Goed overleg. Ross was top.

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    Albert

    Verified booking

    5
    16 July 2025

    Travelled with family

    Ross is the perfect tourgide to show you around the island. He knows the best places and avoids all the busy locations or goes there during the calm moments of the day. So you have a perfect Madeira experience. He is a very friendly young man, knows a lot about the island and the vegetation, drives safely and provides a perfect service. I really recommend to take one of more tours with him to really get to know the island and it's hidden gems.

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    Marion M.

    Verified booking

    5
    20 May 2025

    Solo traveller

    Der Guide Ross hat viele Informationen zur Insel erzählt, ist sehr sicher gefahren. Sehr empfehlenswert.

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    N&B

    Verified booking

    5
    4 January 2025

    Travelled as a couple

    Absolut empfehlenswert! Wer es individuell mag, statt in einer Gruppe zu Reisen, wird absolut hier richtig sein. Nicht abschrecken lassen davon, dass die Tour nur auf Englisch statt in Deutsch angeboten wird. Ross ist einfach nur freundlich und fachkundig. Wir werden wieder bei Ross buchen, dann eine andere Tour. Vielen Dank nochmals!!

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    Jess B

    Verified booking

    5
    17 February 2024

    Travelled with family

    Incredible experience! We chose a private tour as it better suited my autistic daughter and we saw so much more than being on a coach tour. Ross was so accommodating and engaging - and aside from learning all about the landscape and flora, he taught us hilarious Portuguese tongue twisters! The highlight was swimming in the incredible lava rock pools at Porto Moniz while the sea raged around us - epic! Ross - you gave us a five star experience and helped to fall in love with Madeira! Fabulous!

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