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title: PR1 - Pico Arieiro - Pico Ruivo - Achadas do Teixeira
lang: en
alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/funchal/tours/pr1-pico-arieiro-pico-ruivo-achadas-do-teixeira/
type: tour
city: Funchal
country: Portugal
price: 45
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.81
reviews: 109
duration_minutes: 390
languages: [pt, en, fr, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
schedule_checked: 2026-09-26
data_updated: 2026-10-03
canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/funchal/tours/pr1-pico-arieiro-pico-ruivo-achadas-do-teixeira/
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# PR1 - Pico Arieiro - Pico Ruivo - Achadas do Teixeira

**Guidekin's take:** The classic peak to peak hike from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo and down to Achadas do Teixeira with transport in an air conditioned vehicle. The listing says nothing about a guide, the forest tax is extra, and you need a high level of fitness. 4.81 from 109 reviews at €45 per person for 6h 30m.

## Overview

The fantastic walk to the hifghest peak you will definitely not want to miss before going back home. On a clear day, or when walking above the clouds, you can take in all the superb views of the highest mountain.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: from 103 pickup points
- Starts 07:00, 07:30: 2 departures a day
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Children from €25: ages 5 to 12

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup from 103 pickup points

## Key facts

- Price: from €45 per person
- Duration: 6h 30m
- Rating: 4.81/5 from 109 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Likely to sell out
- Operator: Madeira Free Spirit walks
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
- Start times: 07:00, 07:30
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-26

## Reviews

4.81 from 109 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 104 of 109.

- 5 stars: 99 (91%)
- 4 stars: 5 (5%)
- 3 stars: 2 (2%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 3 (3%)

## What's included

- Air-conditioned vehicle

## Not included

- IFCN- FOREST TAX

## Schedule

- Runs: Wed, Sat
- Departures: 07:00, 07:30
- Schedule last checked: 2026-09-26
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

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

Pickup points listed by the operator: 103

## Good to know

- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

Booking asks for: arrival flight or ship details

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