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Madeira Valley of the Nuns Tour

4.6 Great 437 reviews
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3h 30m
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German, Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Instant confirmation Likely to sell out Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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Overview

Guidekin summary

A short guided run up to the Eira do Serrado viewpoint and down into the Nuns Valley village, an isolated settlement in the middle of the island, with morning and afternoon departures. It is a half day with a professional guide; pickup is free from Funchal hotels only. 4.57 from 437 reviews at €28 per person for 3h 30m.

From the guide

Make your way up to Eira do Serrado where you'll find one of the most exclusive and beautiful views, not to mention a great "green" location unlike any other in Madeira.

The journey down to the Nuns Valley (Curral da Freiras) village takes approximately 20 minutes where guests will enjoy the countryside, forest brushes mixed with populated areas with quaint houses typical of the Madeiran society. The village is very isolated and locals mainly live off what they cultivate. The local chestnuts are delicious and are used in everyday cooking.

Upon your return, stop at the stunning fishing village of Câmara de Lobos. This is were Winston Churchill spent his time painting his beautiful landscapes and were you will be able to try the famous local drink, Poncha.

Tour options

The operator sells this tour in 2 versions. Prices are the operator's current list for two travellers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date and party.

Pickup from Hotel (Afternoon)

from €28 / person
Guide: German, Portuguese, English, Spanish, French

Includes pickup from Hotel: Includes pickup from Hotels or pre-arranged meeting points in the Funchal area<br/>Pickup included

Pickup from Hotel (Morning)

from €28 / person
Guide: German, Portuguese, English, Spanish, French

Includes pickup from Hotel: Includes pickup from Hotels or pre-arranged meeting points in the Funchal area<br/>Pickup included

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 08:30, 13:30
Available year-round

This tour runs daily, departing at 08:30, 13:30. 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 20, 2026.

What's Included

Professional guide
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Hotel pickup and drop-off (Free for hotels in Funchal only)

What's Not Included

Lunch

Itinerary

The Eira do Serrado viewpoint offers fantastic views of parish of Curral das ... Stop 1
The Eira do Serrado viewpoint offers fantastic views of parish of Curral das Freiras (Nuns Valley) lies, and the majestic mountains of the central massif that surround it.
20 min
Valley of the Nuns Stop 2
Curral das Freiras (Nuns Valley) is situated in a deep valley and encircled by steep mountain slopes.
30 min
Camara De Lobos Stop 3
The fishing village of Câmara de Lobos is were Winston Churchill spent his time painting his beautiful landscapes and where you will be able to try the famous local drink, Poncha.
30 min

Departure & Return

Pickup included

Pickups from selected hotels in Funchal, Câmara de Lobos and Caniço is available wherever possible. Note that some hotels do not allow for easy access or parking. On those cases we'll send you an alternative pickup point close to your hotel. For hotels in the Lido area, we'll kindly ask customers to meet us at our office in at Monumental Lido. Please make sure to check your e-mail, SMS or WhatsApp for pickup messages or reminders from our staff the day before your tour.

Start point

At the bus stop near the cable-car station in the "Old Town" part of Funchal, Our main office in the Lido area of Funchal

End point

At the bus stop near the cable-car station in the "Old Town" part of Funchal, Our main office in the Lido area of Funchal

Additional Information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide

Cancellation Policy

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

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund
From € 28 / person