West Portugal

Experience the west of the beautiful island of Madeira with friendly and professional tour guides. On this 8 hour tour we take you to simply fantastic and unique places in the world. This excursion is almost mandatory when you visit Madeira Island. It's really worth it.

Admire the spectacular views from Cabo Girão, the highest cape in Europe at an altitude of 1,900 feet (580 meters), before arriving in the lively village of Ribeira Brava. Stroll around the village and admire the beautiful church of São Bento, then head north across the dramatic Paul da Serra plateau. Follow a scenic route around the northwest coast, driving through the Ribeira da Janela valley, then arrive in Porto Moniz in time for lunch or a dip at a natural pool, before heading to Seixal, where the Véu da Noiva viewpoint offers impressive views over the surrounding cliffs and waterfalls. Returning to Funchal, stop to take photos from the Encumeada viewpoint, then drive through the UNESCO-listed landscapes of the Laurissilva forest.

Visit some of the most spectacular views Madeira has to offer, this is one of the most complete tours you can do. From the Southern coast, through the centre plateau arriving to the northern coast. This tour stops in: Miradouro Rancho » Cabo Girão Viewpoint » Ribeira Brava »Canhas » Paúl da Serra » Porto Moniz » Ribeira da Janela Praia» Seixal Véu da Noiva. ANY ACCOMMODATION OUTSIDE OF FUNCHAL CITY WE DON'T COLECT !!!!! THIS IS THE VILLAGES WE DON'T COLECT : Ponta de São Lourenço, Garajau, Caniço, Ribeira Brava, Jardim da Serra , Santa Cruz, Machico, Ponta do Sol, Porto da Cruz, Calheta, Prazeres, Ponta do Pargo, Porto Moniz, São Vicente, Ponta Delgada, Santana, São Roque do Faial, Faial, Santo da Serra, Arco de São Jorge, Eira do Serrado, Curral das Freiras. ATTENTION DOES NOT include pickup INSIDE of the Cruise Ship Port (meeting point CR7 Museum) Start 08:30 am /16:30 pm Attention. Minimum any Tour 2 people.

The West of the island is one of the most, if not the most, impressive parts. You really don't want to miss all the sites around here or rush through them. The West is worth a full day of exploring on its own. The best spots for views of the caldera and lakes are off the main road, and finding them is not easy. This experience includes them all, and you are only able to do this in a half day with the help of a local driving you. You will see Sete Cidades lakes, from down/up the mountain, and also the best views for Santiago, Canário and Empadadas lakes, as well as the epic Grota do Inferno. We will follow to the darkest sand beach in the island, and dazzling natural pools, in Mosteiros. If its Summer time you can have a refreshing swim on the clear waters or save it for the open sea hot springs, heated by the breath of the volcano during low tide, at Ferraria.

Regarded as one of Madeira most popular tours, From your hotel, we make our way to Camara de Lobos where beautiful landscapes were painted by Sr. Winston Churchill in the 1950. The drive through Estreito de Camara de Lobos, where the vines were first introduced and still exist today, Cabo Girão the highest sea cliff in Europe 580m skywalk viewpont, Brief stop in Ribeira Brava to visit old monuments including the church, Paul da Serra Madeira´s popular flat plateau at 1500m above sea level. Embracing the beautiful laurel forest views (great highlight of Madeira) through Madeira´s little green Scotland. Arriving at Porto Moniz (natural volcanic pools) where swimming can be enjoyed in summer. The tour continues along the North coast where waterfalls are visible. Drive through the village of São Vicente where nature will escort you up to the Encumeada pass 1007 (This stop is not done in rain or bad weather). Return to the Hotel.

Experience the west of the beautiful island of Madeira with friendly and professional tour guides. On this 8 hour tour we take you to simply fantastic and unique places in the world. This excursion is almost mandatory when you visit Madeira Island. It's really worth it.

You will go on a tour to the West of the island. Going through historical places that anyone arriving in Madeira should visit, such as Câmara de Lobos, Cabo Girão, Ribeira Brava, Encumeada, Paúl da Serra, Porto Moniz, Seixal and São Vicente.

On this day you will discover several natural wonders, as well as surprising landscapes. Start in Câmara de Lobos, a picturesque fishing village featured in Sir Winston Churchill's 1950 painting. Continue the journey towards Cabo Girão and admire the wine fields, used for the production of the famous Madeira Wine. Reach the highest maritime cliff in Europe, and the second highest in the world, Cabo Girão at 580 meters high. Follow the west coast until you reach Ribeira Brava, and the Encumeadas viewpoint, at 1007 meters. Admire the wonderful landscapes both on the coast and on the island. Proceeding, you will cross the plateau of Paúl da Serra, the largest plateau on the island of Madeira. Stop for a snack in Porto Moniz, a famous spot in the north of the island, known for its natural pools. Driving towards São Vicente, you will enjoy the small waterfalls, passing through Seixal, along the way. End of the day with a visit to São Vicente. Return to the Hotel.

Our 'Best of the West' tour is the most unique way to see the epic Portuguese coast and beautiful beaches. We leave Lagos in our comfortable vans listening to great music and enjoying ice cold drinks. We visit secret spots, off the tourist map and finish with a gorgeous sunset at the best lookout on the west coast of Portugal. The stops have all been hand picked by Brodie, a man that's lived here for 17 years. He'll only take you to the best of the best. Ive lived here for ages, but if I could ask for my best day it would be this.

We spend the day inside the Natural Park where we will immerse ourselves in History in Sagres and in a wild and pristine landscape on the beaches and cliffs of the West Coast!

This tour was designed to show you all the best of the Westside of Madeira Island. The landscape is breathtaking, the Natural Swimming Pools in Porto Moniz are a special treat. Cabo Girão cliff is a must stop for its amazing views. All and all this is the best option to discover the wonders of Madeira Island Westside.

This tour starts by visiting the pineapple plantations 'Augusto Arrudo', near Ponta Delgada city, where you will see how the pineapple is produced inside of greenhouses. After the pineapple plantations, you will see the south coast of the island until we arrive to one of the most important viewpoints of this tour – Escalvado Viewpoint – where you will see the most recent eruption that São Miguel island had. After this, you will go to the Sete Cidades volcano and stop in the village itself inside of the crater, where you will see interesting spots. Then, you will go to one of the most iconic viewpoints of the island – Vista do Rei (king's view) – where you will see the striking two-colored lagoon (the blue and green parts)

This is a must do for any visitor!! You will have the opportunity to observe some of the most important landmarks on the Island: variety is the keyword. We will stop in Câmara de Lobos (VIEWPOINT – PICO DA TORRE) and in Cabo Girão, the highest sea cliff in Europe. Heading towards the north coast, we pass through the plateau of Paúl da Serra and reach one of the most popular villages in Madeira: Porto Moniz. Finally, we visit the beautiful villages of Seixal and São Vicente.

Once known as the Pearl of the Atlantic, there will always be reasons to maintain its designation. Amid belvederes, gardens and various high altitude peaks, Madeira is the ideal destination for a family holiday or a short trip for two.

Once known as the Pearl of the Atlantic, there will always be reasons to maintain its designation. Amid belvederes, gardens and various high altitude peaks, Madeira is the ideal destination for a family holiday or a short trip for two.

Experience like a local this Amazing tour along the west coast with Stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean. Ericeira the first World Surfing Reserve in Europe a touristic village also known for its blue and white colours. Palace and convent of Mafra a masterpiece from the eighteenth century, the most important monument of the Portuguese Baroque. In times which call for extraordinary measures, rest assured our Team at Tugatrips – Safe and clean certified enterprise – has taken all measures to give you the confidence so that you and your loved ones can enjoy a relaxing experience! We do the best tours because we do it with passion!

Join on this 4×4 tour to Northwest side of Madeira in an open-roof 4×4!  Starting with pickup from your hotel or accommodation, climb aboard for a ride to Serra d'Água – a beautiful valley along the the interior of Madeira, with amazing cliff-views of the sea surrounded by the gorgeous scenery.  Your guide will take you to the old forest roads to Ginjas, Paúl da Serra, Fanal and Porto Moniz.  You will have a chance to swim in the volcanic lava pools, visit Seixal and São Vicente, take photos, visit small villages. This is a small group excursion with maximum 8 person per car.

This is a tour, that will take you to the forgotten beauty’s of the island. Starting in the South, going throughout the mountains, passing some off our special roads and offloads in our woods. Once on the top of the mountains, we will find the amazing forest of Fanal, where we have ancient trees, that will for sure, trigger your interest. From here on, we will descent to the North side of the island, where you have the opportunity to go for a swim in our natural lavapools. After a refreshing dip, our tour will take us to the West side of the island, passing some lovely views, to slowly come to an end, at the most Western point of the island, Ponta do Pargo.

Our Service quality, is professional and friendly giving all the information and heritage of the island. With our excursions we want you to learn, our history, our traditions, our culture. Our drivers are qualified to give you years of Madeiran history, never forgetting to stop in areas where they can take photos and even visit small towns. We also make a longer stop (90 minutes) for lunch (not included) Atenção 25 de Dezembro e 1 de Janeiro não fazemos excursões.

This full day excursion to Porto Moniz will allow you to discover and explore the west side of Madeira Island, knowing the corners and charms of the Atlantic Pearl – Madeira.