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Full-Day Santana Madeira Island Tour Amazing Straw Houses

5.0 Excellent 63 reviews
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7h–8h
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German, Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Instant confirmation Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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Overview

Guidekin summary

A full day by air conditioned minibus to the east and the mountains, ending at the thatched houses of Santana, with the highest road accessible peak on the way. Lunch is extra, pickups outside Funchal and Caniço cost more, and the optional Balcões walk must be booked and paid separately in advance. 4.97 from 63 reviews at €40 per person.

From the guide

Embark in one lovely Journey to the East, Northeast and the Mountains , spectacular parts of Madeira, capturing the essence of its dramatic coastlines, iconic landmarks, and lush landscapes such as the highest mountain where you can go by car .The tour offers a blend of breathtaking viewpoints, unique geological formations, and traditional Madeiran culture, culminating in the charming town of Santana. Known for its characteristic thatched-roof houses, Santana provides a picturesque backdrop for a delightful lunch before continuing through more scenic locales. This tour is perfect for those who appreciate natural beauty and want to explore the less-traveled paths along with some of the most photographed spots on the island. Also the chance to do one lovely walk (45minutes) inside of the Native Forest, The Laurel Forest , World Heritage By the UNESCO ( opcional) that needs to be booked in advance from the clients in the website of the gouvernemment Simplifica Madeira in advance .

Compared with other Santana

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #4 of 5€407h–8h4.97 (63)shared
Private 4x4 Jeep Full Day Porto Moniz or Santana €300 per group7h5.0 (88)private
Madeira 4x4 Jeep Tour : Pico Arieiro & Santana Traditional Houses€557h5.0 (78)shared
4x4 Safari Private Jeep, Full Day, Customizable Santana or Porto Moniz or other€295 per group4.98 (160)private

Ranked #4 of 5 in Santana by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €40 to €67, median €55; typical length 7h. 2 of 5 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 5 Santana

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departs: 09:00
Available year-round

This tour runs daily, departing at 09:00. It runs year-round. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 25, 2026.

What's Included

In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

What's Not Included

Lunch
Pickups outside Funchal and Caniço have additional fee.
Admission fees: Balcões Walk

Itinerary

Pico Do Areeiro Stop 1
Start at one of Madeira’s highest peaks, offering spectacular views across the island.
30 min
Ribeiro Frio Stop 2
Pequena paragem casa de banho e café ou Levada walk 2.4KM ( Opcional). ATENÇÃO: Reserva e pagamento do percurso à responsabilidade do cliente. Reserva tem que ser feita com antecedência e pagamento online no site sob pena das Slots estarem cheias !
45 min
Faial Stop 3
Passing Throught
Pass by
Santana Stop 4
Enjoy a traditional Madeiran lunch in this quaint village, famous for its colorful, triangular thatched houses.
1h 30m
Porto da Cruz Stop 5
Rum Factory ( when its open), foto stop
30 min
Ponta de Sao Lourenco Stop 6
Explore the strikingly arid, almost lunar landscape of Madeira’s easternmost point, known for its vivid contrasts and panoramic sea views.
30 min

Departure & Return

Pickup included

We offer pickup for clients staying in hotels and accomodation in Funchal from the old part fo the town untill Lido in the hotel areas and Caniço in the hotels areas as well. Other pleaces contact the agency . Pickups outside Funchal and Caniço needs to contact the agency to see availability The pick up may start up to 35/40 minutes before the activity depending where you are staying. We trie to be ponctual but depending on road works , wheater conditions, accidents , we may came 5/10 minutes late. Depending where you are staying you may need to walk 5 to 10 minutes to the meeting point.

Additional Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • ATTENTION: Reservation and payment for the optional walk are the fully responsibility of the client. Reservation must be made in advance and payment online on the website under penalty of the slots being full! That is the PR11 and the Slot Time must be between 10h30 and 11am .

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund
From € 40 / person