In a nutshell

A trip to discover the best of Madeira's sights and customs, such as the unmissable trip down the mountain in traditional wicker cestinhos, or baskets, as well as the typical local wine

Main stops

Pico dos Barcelos
Monte
Funchal: 17th-century building and wine tastings, city centre

The programme

On the coach, we head all the way up to Pico dos Barcelos, a beautiful panoramic terrace, 350 metres above sea level, from which we can admire Funchal and its mountainous landscape. We then drive towards Monte, which is known not only for its wonderful subtropical gardens, but also because its church houses the remains of Charles I, the last emperor of Austria.
At the end of the trip, we will travel down the mountain in cestinhos, the typical local transportation comprised of sleds in the form of baskets. Once in Funchal, we will visit an building from the 17th century where we can sample some Madeira, the wine for which the island is famous across the world.
Intoxicated by the flavour of this very particular wine, we will visit the city centre, before returning to the ship.

Good to know

The planned panoramic itinerary includes a number of curves and hairpin bends.
Places on this excursion are limited. We recommend booking early.
We recommend you wear clothing suited to high altitudes.
Alcoholic drinks will be served during the tasting.
Waiting lines are possible before the Cestinhos, given the large turnout and the particularity of the attraction itself.