Live an unforgettable experience exploring the natural wonders of Madeira from July 18th to July 25th, 2025. Join me on a group tour designed to take you to the heart of Madeira during one of the best times to enjoy its mild climate and breathtaking landscapes. We will depart from various European cities such as Madrid, London, Milan, or Las Palmas to embark on this enchanting adventure on the Portuguese island. During this 8-day journey, we will have the opportunity to explore Madeira’s diverse nature, from lush levadas to mountain trails offering spectacular views. This summer, get ready for a one-of-a-kind trip that combines the charm of the Atlantic Ocean with the lush greenery of the island. ✨ Tour Highlights: 🚐 Complete Madeira Experience: Over these 8 days, we will discover Madeira’s wonders, from the charming city of Funchal to the breathtaking trails of Rabaçal and the Caldeirão Verde levada. 🏞️ Adventure in the Levadas: Explore Madeira’s famous irrigation channels, where the trails will take us through lush forests and hidden waterfalls. 🏝️ Island Exploration: Guided tours of Madeira’s east and west, showcasing its diverse landscapes, from rocky coastlines to laurel forests. 🌍 Multicultural Group of Friends: Travel with a small group of up to 10 people, sharing experiences and creating lasting bonds in an international environment. 🎒 Freedom for independent travelers: If you love traveling with flexibility, this is the perfect trip for you! While we will follow a common itinerary, you will have the freedom to choose whether to participate in optional activities (with additional costs), customizing your experience as you wish. 🗺 Detailed Itinerary* 📌 July 18th: Arrival in Funchal and check-in at the hotel. Free evening to relax or explore the surroundings. 📌 July 19th: Excursion to the “enchanted terraces”, a day dedicated to discovering this unique landscape of cultivated terraces offering breathtaking views of the island. 📌 July 20th: East Madeira Tour, visiting the São Lourenço Peninsula, known for its unique rock formations, and the picturesque villages of Santana, famous for their traditional thatched-roof houses. 📌 July 21st: West Madeira Tour, where we will explore the rocky coast and mountain landscapes, visiting places like Porto Moniz, famous for its natural saltwater pools, and Paúl da Serra, the island’s largest plateau. 📌 July 22nd: Hike along the Caldeirão Verde levada, one of Madeira’s most spectacular trails, known for its panoramic views and impressive waterfalls along the way. 📌 July 23rd: Hike in Rabaçal, an immersion in Madeira’s lush nature. This trail will take us to discover the famous “25 Fontes”, a series of waterfalls and small lakes hidden among the vegetation. 📌 July 24th: Free day in Funchal. Time to visit the Lavradores Market, explore the historic center, or simply enjoy a coffee at one of the many seaside cafés. 📌 July 25th: Departure and return home. After breakfast, transfer to the airport for return flights. ✅ What’s Included? 🔹 Trip planning, including reservations and assistance in finding the best flight to and from Madeira 🥰 🔹 Comfortable accommodation in a shared double room, with breakfast included. 🔹 Transportation during excursions. 🔹 All mentioned excursions. ❌ What’s NOT Included? ✖️ Round-trip flights. ✖️ Meals not mentioned. ✖️ Extra expenses (taxis, personal purchases, additional excursions, museum entries, etc.) not specified in the “What’s Included” section. ℹ️ Important Notes 📅 Trip Dates: July 18th – 25th, 2025. ✈️ Limited Spots – Guaranteed Trip: A minimum of 3 and a maximum of 10 (9+me) participants to ensure an intimate and personalized experience. 👫 Friends and couples are welcome: Share this adventure with someone special. 📱 For shared expenses like groceries and additional activities, we will use the Splitwise app to keep everything organized. 🌍 Multicultural Group: We will form an international group of independent travelers, ready to live unforgettable adventures and create lifelong memories. At My Friend In, we speak Italian, Spanish, English, and French. 🔄 The itinerary or accommodations may be subject to minor changes due to the number of participants, unforeseen weather conditions, or other external factors beyond the organizer’s control. This means that the plan or set route may need adjustments to ensure the safety, feasibility, or quality of the experience. 💙 Get ready for unforgettable memories! I can’t wait to share this group trip with you! 🥰
Hello everyone! 👋 I'm Roberta, a passionate traveler with an insatiable love for adventure and discovery. At 34 years old, I have explored various regions of the world (both solo and in groups), experiencing unforgettable moments through my organized trips in Indonesia, Norway, Spain,Turkey etc through my program "My Friend In". I speak four languages, but there is one universal language that I hope we will all share: that of travel and openness towards others 🥰 It will be a pleasure to accompany you at every stage of our trip to Madeira, sharing my experience in preparing the backpack, providing useful information about the destination, and creating extraordinary memories together. Choosing to travel with me means not only exploring incredible places but also living an authentic adventure full of surprises. Ready to embark on an incredible journey to Madeira? I look forward to sharing this unique experience with you! 🌍✈️ And if you have any special requests or questions, do not hesitate to contact me. 😉
We will stay in a carefully selected aparthotels in Madeira, with shared rooms (or options for private accommodations at an additional cost). All accommodations are equipped to offer comfort and a welcoming atmosphere, ensuring you fully enjoy the local traditions and the beauty of the island. Flexibility for Different Group Sizes: If our group does not reach maximum capacity, I will adjust our accommodations accordingly, ensuring that each participant enjoys a comfortable and economical stay without compromising on quality or experience. Additional Details: The selected accommodations offer not only comfort but also the opportunity to immerse ourselves in the places we will visit. They provide the perfect setting for group meetings, sharing daily experiences, and planning future adventures. Do you have any questions about the trip? You can ask me in the Q&A section!
What's included?
Trip planning
Accomodations with breakfast
Transportation during excursions
All mentioned tours
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Trip Itinerary
1
Funchal
Day 1-2
July 18th: FUNCHAL Arrival in Funchal, transfer and check-in at the hotel. Free evening to relax, meet the group or explore the surroundings. We'll have dinner all together and get ready for the first excursion of the trip.
2
Fanal Forest
Day 2-3
July 19th: ENCHANTED TERRACES After having breakfast in our accomodation, we'll start our first tour early in the morning, since it will be a full day one (8 hours more or less). The first excursion will be to the “enchanted terraces”, in the North West, a day dedicated to discovering this unique landscape of cultivated terraces offering breathtaking views of the island. By night time we'll be back to our hotel to rest and have dinner together.
3
PR8 Vereda da Ponta de São Lourenço
Day 3-4
July 20th: EAST MADEIRA After having breakfast in our accomodation, we'll start our second tour early in the morning, since it will be a full day one (10 hours more or less). This time we'll do the East Madeira Tour, visiting, to name some spot, the São Lourenço Peninsula, known for its unique rock formations, and the picturesque villages of Santana, famous for their traditional thatched-roof houses. By night time we'll be back to our hotel to rest and have dinner together.
4
Porto Moniz
Day 4-5
July 21st: WEST MADEIRA After having breakfast in our accomodation, we'll start our third tour early in the morning, since it will be a full day one (10 hours more or less). Time for the West Madeira Tour, where we will explore the rocky coast and mountain landscapes, visiting places like Porto Moniz, famous for its natural saltwater pools, and Paúl da Serra, the island’s largest plateau. By night time we'll be back to our hotel to rest and have dinner together.
5
Levada do Caldeirão Verde
Day 5-6
📌 July 22nd: TREKKING IN CALDEIRAO VERDE After having breakfast in our accomodation, we'll start our fourth tour early in the morning, since it will be a full day one (8 hours more or less). Today we're gonna hike along the Caldeirão Verde levada, one of Madeira’s most spectacular trails, known for its panoramic views and impressive waterfalls along the way. By night time we'll be back to our hotel to rest and have dinner together.
6
Pico Fernandes
Day 6-7
July 23rd: RABACAL & 25 FONTES After having breakfast in our accomodation, we'll start our fifth tour early in the morning, since it will be a full day one (8 hours more or less). We'll hike in Rabaçal, an immersion in Madeira’s lush nature. This trail will take us to discover the famous “25 Fontes”, a series of waterfalls and small lakes hidden among the vegetation. By night time we'll be back to our hotel to rest and have dinner together.
7
Funchal
Day 7-8
July 24th: FUNCHAL AND REST On our second-to-last day, we'll enjoy a free tour in Funchal. Time to visit the Lavradores Market, explore the historic center, or simply enjoy a coffee at one of the many seaside cafés. July 25th: Departure and return home. After breakfast, transfer to the airport for return flights.
Trip Summary
Accommodation
Hotel & Apartments
8 days trip
Funchal, Fanal Forest & 5 more
Transportation
Car
What's excluded?
Round-trip flights.
Meals not mentioned
Personal expenses
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