Holiday Itinerary - Madeira - The Pearl of the Atlantic

Day 1 - UK to Funchal

Today, you fly to Funchal and transfer to our hotel on arrival. Get to know your travelling companions better when we meet for a welcome drink this evening. D

Day 2 - Funchal

Today we'll enjoy a sightseeing tour of Funchal. We'll begin by visiting a busy market, where you'll have time to browse the colourful stalls selling flowers, fruit, vegetables and fish. Next, we'll head just outside Funchal to the Botanical Gardens and admire more than 2,000 different plants split into distinct areas. After leaving the Botanical Gardens, we'll visit an embroidery factory before calling at a Madeira wine lodge. Here, we will enjoy a tasting of four important Madeira wine castes: Malvazia, Verdelho, Boal and Sercial, accompanied by one of Madeira’s oldest delicacies, bolo de mel de cana, a delicious cake full of spice, sugar, honey and nuts. B

Day 3 - Funchal - at leisure

Today is free for you to enjoy at your leisure, or perhaps you'll join our optional levada walk. There's a whole network of levadas – water channels – on the island, which provide a spectacular array of walking paths. Enjoy a leisurely walk through the emerald-green Paradise Valley, with captivating views of pretty villages, and enjoy the abundant flora and patchwork landscape. Please ensure you bring suitable walking attire for this day. B,D

Day 4 - East Island tour

Today we head up the hills of the island to admire spectacular views from Pico do Arieiro, the thirdhighest peak on the island, before calling at the trout hatchery in Ribeiro Frio. We’ll enjoy lunch at Santana, a pretty village where you will be able to see the unique, thatched triangular houses, typical of the region. After lunch we’ll make our way back to Funchal along the stunning north coast. The view from Portela is simply breathtaking and we’ll also pass Machico, the island’s first capital. B,L

Day 5 - Eira do Serrado and Monte

After breakfast this morning we'll visit Pico dos Barcelos, a viewpoint offering spectacular views of Funchal. We'll then wind our way up the mountain to Eira do Serrado, a stunningly beautiful place surrounded by mountains and overlooking the remote village of Curral das Freiras, or Nuns Valley. From here our journey continues to the delightful hamlet of Monte, home to the beautiful Church of Our Lady of Monte and the tranquil Parque Municipal do Monte.​​​ B

Day 6 - Funchal - at leisure

Enjoy another day at leisure or join our optional tour of Madeira's west coast. We’ll see the fishing village of Câmara de Lobos and head to Cabo Girao. This is the second-highest sea cliff in the world, and we’ll take in thrilling views from a suspended glass platform known as the skywalk. We’ll also visit Porto Moniz, then continue to Paúl da Serra, before descending into the Laurisilva Forest valleys. B

Day 7 - Funchal - at leisure

Spend the day at leisure, or why not join an optional whale and dolphin-spotting cruise. This evening we’ll gather together for a farewell drink. B,D

Day 8 - Funchal to UK

After breakfast we’ll transfer to the airport for our flight back to the UK. B

Departure dates and prices 2025

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Dates Airport Price from Dates Airport Price from

12 May 

Manchester

£2278 8 Sept Manchester £2628

12 May 

Gatwick

£2099 8 Sept Gatwick £2299

12 May

Birmingham

£2318 8 Sept Bristol £2488

12 May

Bristol

£2248 8 Sept Birmingham £2638

12 May

Edinburgh

£2318 8 Sept Edinburgh £2508

12 May

glasgow

£2318 8 Sept Glasgow £2508

9 June

Manchester

£2328 6 Oct Manchester £2448

9 June 

Gatwick

£2149 6 Oct Gatwick £2199

9 June

Birmingham

£2428 6 Oct Bristol £2428

9 June

Bristol

£2248 6 Oct  Birmingham £2388

9 June

Edinburgh

£2308 6 Oct Edinburgh £2388

9 June

Glasgow

£2308 6 Oct Glasgow £2388

7 July

Manchester

£2373 3 Nov Bristol £2048

7 July

Gatwick

£2274 3 Nov Birmingham £2048

7 July

Bristol

£2373 3 Nov Gatwick £1949

7 July

Birmingham

£2523 3 Nov Manchester £2138

7 July

Edinburgh

£2613 3 Nov Edinburgh £2098

7 July

Glasgow

£2613 3 Nov Glasgow £2098

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Just You Singles Holidays
Madeira - The Pearl of the Atlantic

Holidays by Air 8 Days

Prices from £1949 - no single supplement

Madeira is a gem of a destination, affectionately known as the Pearl of the Atlantic.

Discover the delightful capital Funchal and admire breathtaking scenery as you explore the mountains, valleys, villages and coasts that make up this delightful island.

Enjoy a Funchal city tour including the Botanical Gardens and a Madeira Wine lodge. 

Journey up the mountain to Eira do Serrado, a stunningly beautiful place surrounded by mountains and overlooking the remote village of Curral das Freiras, or Nuns Valley.

Have lunch at Santana, a pretty village where you will be able to see the unique, thatched triangular houses, typical of the region.

Discover our great range of Just You singles' holidays from Travel 55

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Included holiday highlights

  • Funchal city tour including the Botanical Gardens and a Madeira wine lodge
  • East of the island tour
  • Lunch in the village of Santana
  • Monte and Eira do Serrado

What's Included

  • Just You Holiday Director as your host and Specialist Local Guide
  • Return flights from London - flights from other airports, supplements may apply - check price panel
  • 7 nights in a superbly located hotel
  • A guaranteed twin or double room of your own
  • 11 included meals: 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 3 dinners including a welcome drink and farewell drink
  • Overseas transfers, other transportation and porterage

Accommodation as specified or similar

Pestana Casino Park 

Designed by the world-famous Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer, Hotel Pestana Casino Park is set in beautiful landscaped gardens offering superb views, and is just a short stroll from the centre of Funchal. Hotel facilities include restaurant, bar and terrace, library, indoor swimming pool, fitness centre, tennis court and games room. The hotel also has a casino, located a short walk away from the hotel. Hotel rooms feature private facilities, TV, air-conditioning and private balcony.

Optional excursions

  • Levada walk through Paradise Valley - from £52
  • West coast tour - from £103
  • Whale and dolphin spotting cruise - from £77

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