8 days in Madeira Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Madeira tour itinerary planner
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Funchal — 7 nights
The capital of the island of Madeira for more than 500 years, Funchal represents a laid-back city made popular by its historical sites and climate.Step out of Funchal to go to Canical and see Ponta de Sao Lourenco, which is approximately 36 minutes away. Spend the 22nd (Wed) spotting exotic species with a safari tour. The adventure continues: see Off-Road Tours, scramble along the landscape with a canyoning and rapelling tour, stroll around Parque de Santa Catarina, and admire the natural beauty at Monte Palace Madeira.
To find traveler tips and other tourist information, go to the Funchal online sightseeing planner.
Dublin, Ireland to Funchal is an approximately 9-hour flight. You can also do a combination of bus and ferry; or do a combination of bus, train, and ferry. While traveling from Dublin, expect a bit warmer days and warmer nights in Funchal, ranging from highs of 22°C to lows of 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 26th (Sun) to allow time for the flight back home.
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Madeira travel guide
Pearl of the Atlantic
Madeira, the largest island of the eponymous archipelago, serves as one of Portugal's top year-round holiday destinations. Although it draws a growing number of visitors, the island retains much of its relaxed atmosphere and provides an alternative vacation idea for travelers seeking a tropical paradise still relatively unspoiled by mass tourism. The capital city of Funchal, settled in the 15th century, attracts the biggest crowds and serves as a convenient stopover for trans-Atlantic cruise ships sailing from the Caribbean. When you get tired of exploring Fuchal's lively streets and beaches, hop on a boat tour of the archipelago for some whale watching or big game fishing.
