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Day Trips & Tours from Funchal

35 tours · €23.25–€195 per person · ★ 4.8

Day tours in Funchal are how you reach Madeira's wild west and high peaks without renting a car or wrestling the switchback roads. A jeep tour puts a driver-guide between you and the island, looping out to the volcanic natural pools at Porto Moniz, the Fanal laurel forest and the dramatic Seixal coast in one full day from your hotel.

Compare day tours in Funchal by where you want to be. Hikers should look at the sunrise PR1 trek from Pico do Areeiro to Pico Ruivo, a small-group climb above the clouds to the island's highest point. The jeep itineraries lean into miradouros, the Câmara de Lobos viewpoints and Atlantic swimming spots out west. We'd book a guided full-day with hotel pickup and check the start time, since the best mountain light comes early.

35 Funchal day tours from €23. Full-day jeep runs and small-group hikes, private or shared, with hotel pickup and free cancellation on most - quick to book online.

Day tours 37 Adventure Tours 32 Shore Excursions 26 Bus Tours 20 Boat Tours 12 Sightseeing tours 11 Walking tours 9 Historical Tours 7 Car Tours 7 Cultural Tours 6 Tuk Tuk Tours 3 Wine tours 3
4.1 Great 168 reviews
3h

Funchal : Observation of dolphins and whales in a luxury catamaran

Come and relax aboard the most luxurious cataraman on Madeira Island. Having the possibility to observe dolphins, whales or turtles in their natural e...

Free cancellation
€ 40 / person
In high demand
5.0 Excellent 11 reviews
8h

MADEIRA PRIVATE 4X4 Jeep Tour

Get ready for a day of pure discovery, freedom, and adventure with our private full-day 4x4 tour across the stunning island of Madeira. With a full 8 ...

Free cancellation
€ 200.2 / group
3.5 Great 46 reviews
9h

Catamaran Day Cruise to Desertas Islands from Funchal

Enjoy a Catamaran cruise visiting one of Madeira's natural reserves. Stop at Desertas Islands, take a short tour on the island and swim in the crystal...

Free cancellation
€ 90 / person
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 2 reviews

Pico do Areeiro to Pico Ruivo PR1 Private Hike

Transfer service and hiking with a local guide. We make the pick up and take you to Pico do Areeiro and we start the hike together to Pico Ruivo 1862m...

Free cancellation
€ 150 / person
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 20 reviews
5h

Funchal highlights 5h Private Tour in Madeira

Experience the essence of Madeira in just 5 hours. This immersive tour takes you through breathtaking landscapes, vibrant local culture, and scenic vi...

Free cancellation
€ 200 / group

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5.0 Excellent 135 reviews

Sunrise Guided Hike PR1 Pico do Areeiro Pico Ruivo small group

On this amazing sunrise tour, it is a small group guided walk, Maximum 8 travellers, an amazing experience to see the day starting on the more amazing...

Free cancellation
€ 100 / person
4.9 Excellent 247 reviews
7h 30m

Arieiro Peak, Santana & Ponta São Lourenço in Open Roof 4X4 Tour

Get ready to explore the enchanting landscapes of eastern Madeira, where every moment promises lasting memories. Your adventure starts at Pico do Aree...

Free cancellation
€ 67 / person
Bestseller
4.9 Excellent 3707 reviews
7h 30m

Porto Moniz, Seixal, Fanal Forest, Cliff Skywalk in Open Roof 4X4

Be ready to join us on an unforgettable adventure that only few people get to experience on a jeep tour. Our first stop takes us to São Vicente waterf...

Free cancellation
€ 69 / person
In high demand
4.9 Excellent 111 reviews
6h

Levada do Caldeirão Verde Self-Guided Hike in Madeira

Discover the beauty of Madeira on the scenic Levada do Caldeirão Verde trail. This self-guided hike takes you through the lush Laurissilva forest, fea...

Free cancellation
€ 40 / person
4.9 Excellent 206 reviews
4h

Skywalk, Amazing Views & Wine Tasting in Open Roof 4x4 Adventure

Starting at Boca dos Namorados about 1000 mts high, you’ll enjoy the stunning views over Nuns valley. Then experience an amazing off-road in our open ...

Free cancellation
€ 47 / person
4.9 Excellent 192 reviews
7h 30m

Signature Wine Tastings, Skywalk, Nature 4x4 Open Roof Expedition

We drive to Serra d'Água on our way to São Vicente, with fantastic views over the north of the island including an amazing off-road in the heart of na...

Free cancellation
€ 89 / person
4.9 Excellent 862 reviews
8h

Jeep Tour Amazing West to Natural Pools -Full-Day

On this Jeep tour we have everything; Sea, Mountains, Waterfalls and Natural Pools. From Funchal to the fishing village of Câmara de Lobos, then we go...

Free cancellation
€ 65 / person
Private tour
4.8 Excellent 161 reviews

Private Madeira Island Tour: The Most Complete 8-Hour Experience

Experience the most complete private tour of Madeira on this full-day 8–9 hour journey that showcases the island’s diverse beauty. Travel along scen...

Free cancellation
€ 110 / person
In high demand
4.8 Excellent 955 reviews
7h

Full-Day Jeep Safari West: Fanal, Porto Moniz, Seixal, Cabo Girão

SAFARI 4X4 Enjoy the entire Jeep 4X4 ride and take in the magnificent scenery of unfamiliar areas. You can visit the most outstanding and untouched a...

Free cancellation
€ 67 / person
4.8 Great 321 reviews
3h

Half-Day Small-Group Madeira Village Safari from Funchal

Join this half-day safari, where you will spend half your journey in an off-road vehicle to Miradouro da Boca dos Namoraods. The open-roof of the jeep...

Free cancellation
€ 44 / person
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Planning a trip to Funchal

Best time to visit

Funchal enjoys Madeira's mild, spring-like climate year-round. Spring and early autumn are perfect for exploring; summer is warm and lively, and winter draws visitors for sunshine and the spectacular New Year celebrations.

Getting there & around

Madeira Airport (FNC) is about 20 minutes from Funchal. The city centre, harbour and cable car are walkable, and most island tours and levada walks start with pickup from Funchal hotels.

Frequently Asked Questions

35 day tours are available for booking in Funchal on Guidekin. The highest-rated is Madeira 4x4 Jeep Tour : Pico Arieiro & Santana Traditional Houses with 5.0/5 from 78 reviews.

Prices range from €23 to €195 per person. The most affordable option is Scenic Route - Nuns Valley Tour at €23. The premium choice is Visiting local Vineyard With Wine Tasting & Lunch included at €195.

Based on 8808 traveler reviews across 35 tours, Madeira 4x4 Jeep Tour : Pico Arieiro & Santana Traditional Houses has the highest rating: 5.0/5 (78 reviews).

Duration ranges from 3h to 9h. The shortest is Catamaran Sunset Cruise from Funchal at 3h. The longest is Catamaran Day Cruise to Desertas Islands from Funchal at 9h.

Browse 35 available tours above, select your preferred date and group size, and book directly on Guidekin. Most tours offer instant confirmation and free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.

Most day tours offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Check the cancellation policy on each tour page for exact terms.

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