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title: West Side Private Full Day Tours around Madeira Island
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type: tour
city: Madeira
country: Portugal
price: 230
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_group
availability: bookable
rating: 4.96
reviews: 314
duration_minutes: 300
duration_max_minutes: 360
languages: [pt, en]
free_cancellation: "true"
guidekin_pick: Porto Moniz, max four option
rank_in_category: 39 of 45 (Private Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-02
data_updated: 2026-10-12
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# West Side Private Full Day Tours around Madeira Island

**Guidekin's take:** A private full day in the west with a local guide who mixes sightseeing, nature and a swim, in a car for up to four or a van for up to seven, priced per group. Pickup is only from the Funchal area, and the Porto Moniz pools and Cabo Girão entries are paid on the spot. 4.96 from 314 reviews at €230 per group/vehicle.

In our comparison: #39 of 45 in Private Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

A local guide providing a fun, relaxing and knowledgeable tour around Madeira Island. Whenever you are a seasoned traveler or visiting for the first time, these tours are designed to cater all interests. This private tour is a mix of everything - local areas, sightseeing, nature, swimming and so much more.

In the rare event that I'm fully booked, rest assured that my brother Ricardo and our team of professional drivers are ready to step in and ensure that your tour is nothing short of spectacular.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: from 88 pickup points
- Starts 09:00: one departure a day
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup from 88 pickup points

## Key facts

- Price: from €230 per group/vehicle for the Full Day Tour Max. 4 person option; other options up to €260
- Duration: 5h–6h
- Rating: 4.96/5 from 314 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Madeira Tours by Diogo
- Group: Private tour, your party only
- Guide languages: Portuguese, English
- Start times: 09:00
- Booking: Confirmation within 48 hours, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-02

## Reviews

4.96 from 314 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 311 of 314.

- 5 stars: 310 (99%)
- 4 stars: 1 (0%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 1 (0%)
- 1 star: 2 (1%)

## 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Day Tour Max. 4 person | €230 per group | English, Portuguese | Private tour <br/>Lunch break & drink stops<br/>Mercedes Viano / Vito<br/>Maximum 4 people<br/>Pickup included |
| Full Day Tour Max. 7 person | €260 per group | English, Portuguese | Private Tour<br/>Lunch break & drink stops<br/>Mercedes Viano & Dacia<br/>Maximum 7 people <br/>Pickup included |

## What's included

- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private transportation
- Pickup only from Funchal area

## Not included

- Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools
- Cabo Girao

## Itinerary

1. **Baia de Camara de Lobos** (30m) - A typical Madeiran fishing village. Winston Churchill enjoyed painting landscapes here. Enjoy a morning coffee watching the fisherman with their days work.
2. **Cabo Girao** (20m) - A 580m glass platform suspended on a sea cliff. Stunning coastal views. From March 2023 a €2 fee per person is charged here.
3. **Ribeira Brava Beach** (30m) - A coastal municipality with a small river running through the centre towards the sea. Enjoy a stroll around this local area taking in the surroundings, you will find cafes, shops and a small market lining the sea front.
4. **Sao Vicente** (1h) - Small coastal municipality on the nothern coast. Surrounded by lush mountainous forest valleys, you will find a very picturesque chruch here.
5. **Seixal** (10m) - We will take the scenic route through the coastal roads of Seixal on our journey to Porto Moniz. Hopefully to see some of the roadside waterfalls.
6. **Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools** (1h) - The highlight of the trip; natural volcanic swimming pools. Bring along swimwear *Entry around €3. If not swimming, plenty of cafes for Sangria by the sea.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 09:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-09-02
- 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: 88

## Good to know

- 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

Booking asks for: arrival flight or ship details

## Cost for your party

| People | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | €230 | €115 |
| 4 | €230 | €58 |
| 6 | €260 | €43 |

Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date.

## Compared with other Private Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #39 of 45** | €230 per group | 5h–6h | 4.96 (314) | private |
| [Private Half day tour around Madeira Island](/portugal/madeira/tours/private-half-day-tour-around-madeira-island-153233P1/?format=md) | €190 per group | 3h | 5.0 (192) | private |
| [CABO GIRÃO (Half Day tour/3h) / Private Classic Car (4L).](/portugal/madeira/tours/cabo-gir-o-half-day-tour-3h-private-classic-car-4l-331095P4/?format=md) | €95 per group | 2h | 5.0 (179) | private |
| [Full Day of Wonders: Madeira 4x4 Private Tour](/portugal/madeira/tours/full-day-of-wonders-madeira-4x4-private-tour-457696P1/?format=md) | €425 per group | 7h | 5.0 (116) | private |

Ranked #39 of 45 in Private Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €40 to €310, median €85; typical length 5h. 45 of 45 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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