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Madeira Wine Tour

Câmara de Lobos | Funchal | São Vicente
A vineyard on a hillside with mountains in the background.
A row of wooden barrels inside a traditional wine cellar.
A man reading an informational panel at a museum or exhibition.
A farmer harvesting crops, placing them into yellow baskets along a dirt path.
A collection of large, aged wine barrels in a traditional winery.
A traditional wine cellar with wooden barrels neatly stacked in rows.
A person pouring a glass of golden Madeira wine in a tasting event.
A twisted tree with red bark standing against a mountainous coastal background.
A close-up of green grape clusters hanging from a vineyard, with sunlight filtering through the leaves.
A historical reenactment event with people dressed in old-fashioned European clothing.
A couple walking along a scenic wooden pathway through a dense tree-covered area.
Duration
8 Hours
Size
1-22
Difficulty
Leisurely

Key Benefits

  • Exclusive access to three prestigious wineries, revealing Madeira’s 600-year-old winemaking tradition.
  • Expert-led tastings of iconic Madeira wines and premium table wines, featuring varieties such as Sercial, Verdelho, Bual, and Malvasia.
  • Insightful sessions with knowledgeable guides to explore the traditional canteiro ageing method and its role in Madeira’s distinctive wine production.
  • A relaxing 20-minute levada walk through picturesque vineyard terraces, offering stunning Atlantic Ocean views and excellent photography opportunities.
  • A gourmet lunch highlighting Madeiran culinary specialities, thoughtfully paired with estate wines in a scenic and tranquil setting.

Overview

Discover Madeira’s rich winemaking heritage on this 8-hour tour, combining history, tradition, and stunning landscapes. Begin in Funchal at an 18th-century wine lodge, where historic cellars house barrels of Madeira’s famed fortified wines. Learn about the canteiro ageing process, where wines mature slowly under the warmth of the island’s climate, enhancing their complexity and character.

Travel to the island’s southwest coast for a leisurely walk along a flat levada trail. This trail offers spectacular panoramic views of terraced vineyards cascading down towards the Atlantic Ocean. This landscape is a testament to the ingenuity of Madeira’s winemakers, who have cultivated vines on the island’s steep volcanic terrain for centuries.

The journey continues to São Vicente, on Madeira’s northern coast, where the unique microclimate shapes the character of the wines produced there. Visit local vineyards to gain insights into how this region contributes to Madeira’s diverse winemaking traditions.

Pause for a memorable lunch featuring Madeiran specialities paired with locally crafted wines, enjoyed in a serene and picturesque setting. The tour concludes with a visit to a modern winery, where you’ll explore contemporary approaches to winemaking. Here, guided by experts, taste a selection of premium fortified wines, from the crisp and dry Sercial to the rich and luscious Malvasia.

Throughout the day, your guide will share captivating stories and in-depth knowledge about Madeira’s viticulture, ensuring you leave with a deeper understanding of the island’s extraordinary wine heritage.

Included & Excluded

  • Taxes, fees, and handling charges.
  • Tastings of Madeira’s fortified and table wines.
  • Gourmet lunch with wine pairings.
  • Visits to three distinct wineries showcasing both traditional and modern winemaking.
  • A scenic levada walk with vineyard and ocean views.
  • Expert wine guides providing insights into Madeira’s unique winemaking techniques.
  • Air-conditioned transport with hotel pick-up and drop-off in Funchal.
  • Additional drinks or snacks outside the scheduled tastings and lunch.
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off outside Funchal (available on request).

Other Information

Meeting-point (Departure time)09:30 - 10:00

A staff member will pick you up at the indicated place and must validate your voucher identification (You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity). The tour will begin when we finish collecting all tour members.

WhenTuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday

Year-round, except on holidays, Sundays and Mondays.

Duration8 hours

The tour starts at 9/9:30 and finishes around 17/17h:30.

Departure Point and TimeConfirmed by email

You will receive an email with location details and a map.

RequirementsPunctuality

Please, arrive 10 minutes earlier.

What do you need to bring?Don’t forget

Please wear comfortable walking shoes and bring sunscreen for the levada walk.

Our expertiseWhy us?

It’s easy to book. Our staff are qualified. We take you to various sites we know you will want to explore. Our fundamental principles are the comfort, safety, and flexibility of both our guests and personnel.

Good to knowActivity level

The tour combines driving, stopping to visit the properties and sitting down to try exquisite food and drink.

There is a 20-minute walk along a Levada involved. The pace is leisurely, and the path is flat.

Hotel Drop-off 17:00 - 17:30

Please NoteThe order of the itinerary as shown above may be subject to change and/ or affected by local conditions.

From
758 €