Key Benefits
- Discover the north of Madeira with a relaxing half-day wine experience
- Visit a renowned vineyard in São Vicente and explore the wine culture of the island
- Taste six Madeira table wines expertly paired with traditional cuisine
- Learn about local grape varieties, terroir and winemaking from expert guides
- Enjoy a 3-course lunch with Madeira espetada, passion fruit dessert and regional wines
- Pickup and drop-off from Funchal included
Overview
Escape the city and head north for an immersive wine and food experience in one of Madeira’s most scenic locations. This half-day Madeira winery tour begins with a comfortable drive to São Vicente, a village famed for its vineyard landscape and winemaking heritage. Upon arrival, guests are welcomed to a working estate where they’ll enjoy a guided walk through the vineyards, learning how Madeira’s unique environment influences the flavours of its wines.
The experience includes a guided tour of the facilities, showcasing the process of making wine from vine to bottle. A regional lunch is served on the estate, where guests taste six Madeira table wines: refreshing whites, expressive rosés, and robust reds. The highlight is the Madeira espetada (beef skewered on a bay tree stick), followed by a homemade passion fruit dessert. The meal concludes with a glass of 5-year-old Madeira wine, enjoyed against the backdrop of vineyard views.
Designed for wine enthusiasts and food lovers alike, this tour offers the perfect blend of local gastronomy, cultural immersion, and natural beauty—all in just four hours. It’s ideal for those seeking a high-quality, value-packed experience that reveals the authentic side of Madeira.
Included & Excluded
- Professional and passionate guide
- All taxes, fees, and handling charges
- Fully air-conditioned vehicle
- Guided vineyard tour
- 3-course lunch
- Six Madeira table wines
- Apéritif and digestive
- Pick-up and drop-off in Funchal
- Pick-up and drop-off services outside Funchal: If you’re located outside the specified area, please meet us at the Cable Car bus stop in Funchal. At checkout, enter “Cable Car bus stop” in the “Notes” section, and we’ll email you the exact meeting time.
Additional Notes
The more people in your private group, the lower the price per person. Ideal for families, friends, or small groups travelling together!
Closer to the tour date, we will contact you with the exact pick-up time.
Other Information
Quick FactsSchedule & Details
- Days Available: Saturday (Private: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday)
- Departure Time: 11:00 (Private: 10:00 or 11:00)
- Duration: 4 hours
- Departure Point: Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation in Funchal or at the Funchal cable car
- Languages: 🇬🇧 English, 🇵🇹 Portuguese
- Requirements: Punctuality
- Activity Level: Easy – Pace: Leisurely (mostly seated, minimal walking)
What do you need to bring?Don’t forget
This tour features both indoor and outdoor experiences in a rural setting. Please bring comfortable footwear and a light jacket. If you wish to buy any wines, we recommend bringing a small bag to carry your purchases safely.
Our expertiseWhy us?
This experience is designed and operated by a local team deeply rooted in Madeira’s wine culture. We work exclusively with trusted partners and certified guides who have a deep understanding of the island’s wine heritage and culinary traditions. Our commitment is to authenticity, comfort, and quality — combining cultural richness with a friendly, welcoming approach that guests truly appreciate.
Behind the tourWhat travellers say after they’ve done it
I booked this wine tour because I wanted to see a bit more of the island and taste some proper local wines, not just what you find in souvenir shops.
The drive to the north was smooth, and the guide gave just the right amount of info—enough to understand where we were going, but not like a lecture. Upon arriving at the estate in São Vicente, the setting was breathtakingly beautiful. You’re surrounded by green slopes, vines, and this quiet that you don’t get in Funchal.
We began with a short walk through the vineyard, where they explained the grape varieties and how the local climate influences the wine. Then we toured the facilities. It’s not a huge place, but it felt personal. You can tell they care about what they do.
Lunch was the best part. The meat—Madeira’s espetada—was grilled over wood and full of flavour. The wine pairings were on point. We tried whites, reds, and even a rosé. I’m no wine expert, but they were clearly chosen to go with each course, and someone explained each one without overdoing it.
Dessert was passion fruit-based and homemade, followed by a glass of aged Madeira wine. I sat back, looked at the view, and felt like I was doing exactly what I came to Madeira for.
Would I do it again? Yes. It’s half a day, but you feel like you’ve really done something different. Good food, proper wine, and a place that’s not just built for tourists. If you’re looking for something calm, genuine, and worthwhile, this is it.
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