Location: Nice
Day 1 - 4 Jul 2021
Nice Côte d'Azur Airport
Content: Catch a flight to Lisbon (there are currently no direct flights)
Location: Lisboa
Day 1 - 4 Jul 2021
Humberto Delgado Airport
Content: Layover for one hour in Lisbon
Location: Santa Cruz, Madeira
Day 1 - 4 Jul 2021
Madeira Airport
Content: Arrival in Madeira
Location: Machico, Madeira
Day 1 - 4 Jul 2021
Dom Pedro Madeira Hotel
Content: I would recommend staying in Machico, as it’s closest to the airport and a not too central of a town but still busy enough to find everything you need in one place.
Location: Caniçal
Day 2 - 5 Jul 2021
Prainha do Caniçal
Content: This is an amazing beach to visit because even though it’s covered with it’s natural volcanic lack sand the water is so crystal clear it’s beautiful There is however a bit of a hike to reach there, it takes around 10 min to go down, but to come up can be more challenging and take 20 min. There is an accessible road and steps available
Aquarium ~ Restaurante
Content: Perfect restaurante for lunch, with amazing delicious food at a great price. It’s also fast at serving food
Location: Canical
Day 2 - 5 Jul 2021
Praia da Ribeira de Natal
Content: A great beach to finish off the day that also has an amazing bar that serves snacks a, cocktails and other drinks. It’s a pebble beach and also has a pier for diving
Location: Caniçal
Day 3 - 6 Jul 2021
Ponta de São Lourenço
Content: Sunrise, & small easy hike also available here which should be done earlier because of the sun.
Location: Canical
Day 3 - 6 Jul 2021
Praia das Sardinhas
Content: Pack your swim suits as there is a beach at the end And you can easily just spend the day here, there is a restaurant at the end, but you can pack your snacks and water
Location: Caniçal
Day 3 - 6 Jul 2021
Sardine House
Content: This is the restaurant available to have lunch at the end of the hike. It’s a bit pricey compared to other places but the fish is super fresh and delicious
Location: Unknown
Day 3 - 6 Jul 2021
Pico do Facho
Content: Finish the day by visiting Machico’s view point on the way to your hotel. Here there are picnic tables and bbq available if you would like to make your own
Location: Machico
Day 4 - 7 Jul 2021
Machico
Content: There is a lovely family friendly beach here and a beautiful promenade and cafes to enjoy a good relaxing day
Portas Verdes
Content: Great bar that serves traditional food and great drinks.
Gelati Machico
Content: Finish off your lunch with an amazing artesanal ice cream
Location: Unknown
Day 5 - 8 Jul 2021
Levada dos Balcões view point
Content: This is a very easy and small hike that takes 30 min to reach the end and you get to a suspended bridge with an incredible view point.
Location: Santana
Day 5 - 8 Jul 2021
Traditional House in Santana
Content: Get to see the traditional houses and recommend enjoying lunch over here as well
Santana Cable Car
Content: Go down the cable cars to enjoy a lovely view point to the big bolder and listen to the sea It has a panoramic swing
Location: Funchal
Day 6 - 9 Jul 2021
Farmers' Market
Content: Visit Funchal which is the city centre of the island worth visiting for sure. This is one of the oldest markets and super beautiful to see all the fruits and flowers. But just be aware that because it’s so famous it can be a tourist trap so don’t really recommend buying anything there.
Restaurante Mozart
Content: Great restaurant close to the cable cars so you can eat some amazing food before going up to the monte
Funchal Cable Car
Content: Take the ride on the cable cars all the way up to Monte. The view is also amazing from them and totally recommend
Madeira Botanical Garden
Content: Indulge in visiting this garden and seeing Madeira’s natural beauty
Location: Seixal
Day 7 - 10 Jul 2021
Seixal
Content: Incredible beach that has the most beautiful green surroundings Super worth a visit
Location: Unknown
Day 7 - 10 Jul 2021
Taberna da Poncha
Content: Great place to try the tradicional poncha with some snacks
Location: Ponta do Sol
Day 7 - 10 Jul 2021
Anjos Waterfall
Content: Amazing waterfall that fall into the old road. This is not that exact waterfall but this is on the same road. But the waterfall is an incredible natural part of the island that it’s amazing to witness. It can be a bit crowded these days due to being a quite famous spot
Location: Unknown
Day 8 - 11 Jul 2021
Pico do Arieiro
Content: Go watch the sunrise above the clouds And experience like no other. You can also watch at sunset time, but it can get a bit more crowded, so sunrise is less people
Location: Porto Moniz
Day 8 - 11 Jul 2021
Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools
Content: These pools are incredible as they are natural and accessible. Great fun for the whole family and you can stay there for the whole day. There is a small entry fee but but definitely worth the visit. Don’t forget to pack a parasol as it can get very hot
Location: Funchal
Day 9 - 12 Jul 2021
Porto Santo Line
Content: Get the ferry boat to the island Porto Santo
Location: Porto Santo Island
Day 9 - 12 Jul 2021
Porto Santo Island
Content: Enjoy this beautiful island - it’s possible to do one day trips.. but we would recommend at least 2 days. It has incredible view points, the most amazing beach and lovely people Best ways to get around is by scooter, bicycle or walking.. if you have a car rental you can bring it along in the boat as well
Location: Vila Baleira
Day 9 - 12 Jul 2021
Hotel Praia Dourada
Content: Great hotel in the centre of the island that you can stay
Location: Unknown
Day 10 - 13 Jul 2021
Porto Santo beach
Content: Spend the day relaxing at this awesome beach.
Location: Vila Baleira
Day 10 - 13 Jul 2021
Pingo Doce Super Porto Santo
Content: This supermarket has a great food hall that you can enjoy every meal or take away. We have had breakfast and lunch here and it’s super fresh and delicious
Location: Portela
Day 11 - 14 Jul 2021
Miradouro da Portela no Porto Santo
Content: An awesome view point to the whole island that you shouldn’t miss
Location: Campo De Baixo
Day 11 - 14 Jul 2021
Casa d'Avó
Content: A great place to have lunch with amazing food
Location: Porto Santo
Day 11 - 14 Jul 2021
Miradouro das Flores
Content: Another great view point from the other end of the island It has a panoramic swing and it’s incredibly beautiful
Location: Vila Baleira
Day 11 - 14 Jul 2021
Ponta da Calheta - Ilha de Porto Santo
Content: Amazing beach to end your day at
Location: Porto Santo
Day 11 - 14 Jul 2021
Restaurante O Calhetas
Content: Right by the beach a great indulging spot for dinner before heading back to your hotel
Location: Unknown
Day 12 - 15 Jul 2021
Praia da Fontinha
Content: As the last day we recommend spending chilling at the beach Plus they have showers here that you can wash away the salt before departure
Location: Porto Santo
Day 12 - 15 Jul 2021
Pé na Água Restaurante & Beach Bar
Content: This bar by the beach is great spot for lunch and they make an amazing white wine sangria that we totally recommend
Location: Vila Baleira
Day 12 - 15 Jul 2021
Lambecas Do Porto Santo
Content: Before leaving we recommend trying these ice creams. They are home made flavours, and are typical from Porto Santo. Their flavours vary from day to day and are limited. Definitely worth a try
Porto Santo Line
Content: Get the evening boat back to Madeira this way you get sort of an extra day in the island and you will be back by 11pm
Location: Santa Cruz, Madeira
Day 13 - 16 Jul 2021
Madeira Airport
Content: Flying back home time We definitely recommend visiting this island as it is affordable and is incredible nature, from amazing beaches, to incredible hikes & and forests. Being a tropical island this small but mighty island offers the best of all worlds and it’s gastronomy is truly delicious.