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title: Madeira Valley of the Nuns Tour
lang: en
alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/madeira/tours/madeira-valley-of-the-nuns-tour/
type: tour
city: Madeira
country: Portugal
price: 28
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.57
reviews: 442
duration_minutes: 210
languages: [de, pt, en, fr, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 47 of 48 (Nature & Wildlife)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-03
data_updated: 2026-10-12
canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/madeira/tours/madeira-valley-of-the-nuns-tour/
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# Madeira Valley of the Nuns Tour

**Guidekin's take:** 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 442 reviews at €28 per person for 3h 30m.

In our comparison: #47 of 48 in Nature & Wildlife, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

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.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: from 106 pickup points
- Starts 08:30, 13:30: 2 departures a day
- Food not included: bring or buy your own
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Children from €14: ages 5 to 10

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup from 106 pickup points

## Key facts

- Price: from €28 per person
- Duration: 3h 30m
- Rating: 4.57/5 from 442 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Likely to sell out
- Operator: Lido Tours
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: German, Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
- Start times: 08:30, 13:30
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03

## Reviews

4.57 from 442 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
91% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 402 of 442.

- 5 stars: 309 (70%)
- 4 stars: 93 (21%)
- 3 stars: 25 (6%)
- 2 stars: 11 (2%)
- 1 star: 4 (1%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the valley views and village stops; some find the commentary informative while others hear very little.

**Praised:**
- Views over the Valley of the Nuns from the mountain lookout
- Knowledgeable, entertaining explanations of local history
- Visits to the valley village and the fishing harbour at Câmara de Lobos
- Opportunities to taste chestnut cake, local liqueurs and poncha
- Good value for an introduction to the mountains and coastal villages

**Complaints:**
- Some find the commentary informative, while others report little or no explanation of the stops
- Some find the pace relaxed, while others feel rushed, especially at the fishing village
- Some find the minibuses comfortable, while others report worn vehicles and weak air conditioning
- Lengthy hotel pickup rounds and delayed starts

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2025-05-27 to 2026-09-24); last checked 2026-10-04.

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pickup from Hotel (Afternoon) | €28 / person | 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) | €28 / person | 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 |

## What's included

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

## Not included

- Lunch

## Itinerary

1. **The Eira do Serrado viewpoint offers fantastic views of parish of Curral das ...** (20m) - 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.
2. **Valley of the Nuns** (30m) - Curral das Freiras (Nuns Valley) is situated in a deep valley and encircled by steep mountain slopes.
3. **Camara De Lobos** (30m) - 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.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 08:30, 13:30
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03
- 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.

## Meeting point

At the bus stop near the cable-car station in the "Old Town" part of Funchal
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJQ8yX_QVgYAwRX3jNPMYVp18

Pickup points listed by the operator: 106

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- 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

Booking asks for: arrival flight or ship details

## Compared with other Nature & Wildlife

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #47 of 48** | €28 | 3h 30m | 4.57 (442) | shared |
| [Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour in Madeira](/portugal/madeira/tours/whale-and-dolphin-watching-tour-in-madeira/?format=md) | €74 | 2h 30m | 4.93 (1299) | shared |
| [Porto Moniz, Seixal, Fanal Forest, Cliff Skywalk in Open Roof 4X4](/portugal/madeira/tours/porto-moniz-seixal-fanal-forest-cliff-skywalk-in-open-roof-4x4/?format=md) | €69 | 7h 30m | 4.92 (3880) | shared |
| [VipDolphins Luxury Whale Watching](/portugal/madeira/tours/vipdolphins-luxury-whale-watching/?format=md) | €79 | 3h | 4.9 (1943) | shared |

Ranked #47 of 48 in Nature & Wildlife by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €28 to €310, median €55; typical length 7h. 9 of 48 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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