Madeira: The Flower Island

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Madeira: The Flower Island

  • Madeira, a lush green island, with its bounty of colourful flora and fauna.
  • Swimming in the natural pools formed by lava in Porto da Cruz.
  • Exploring Funchal’s cobbled streets and browsing the flower market.
  • Following the network of 'Levadas' - ingenious irrigation channels of Madeira.
  • Admiring the vibrant orchids, birds of paradise, magnolias and azaleas.
The flower-filled island of Madeira is full of contrasts; the colonial charm of the towns and villages, the rugged and dramatic coastal scenery, the explosion of colours of the local flora and fauna, its lush green interior and the levadas, the traditional irrigation channels which form a network of paths across this sub-tropical island. This enchanting botanical paradise still has a sleepy charm which makes it a unique place to visit. The walks lead you through the High Plateau, giving you sweeping views over verdant valleys and on trails where the deep purples and enchanting scents of hydrangea and agapanthus lead you towards the coast.

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Funchal, transfer to Santa Cruz and overnight Day 2 San Lourenco Peninsula 4.5 miles / 7.5 km Day 3 Levada do Canical to Porto da Cruz 10 miles / 16 km Day 4 Levada do Caldeirao Verde 10.5 miles / 17 km Day 5 Paul da Serra—Levada do Norte-Encumeada 7 miles / 11.5 km Day 6 Faja Escura Walk 7.9 miles / 12.7 km Day 7 Boa Morte to Cabo Girao and Camara do Lobos 10 miles / 16 km Day 8 Onward Travel
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Why Macs

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The biggest choice

Self-guided hiking & biking is all we do - we have over 500 tried & tested trips.
Our Heritage

Around since 2003

We’re still founder led & the world’s number one self-guided operator with mountains of experience.
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18,000+ customer reviews

Plus, with a Feefo Platinum Service Award & a British Travel Award, you know you're in good hands.
Positive Impact

Positive impact

We use independent suppliers to support communities along our routes, as well as work with organizations to help maintain & restore paths.
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