Description of all stops
- Cabo Girão: Our first stop, we travel up to the magnificent 580m high, glass balcony view point of Cabo Girão, famous for being the highest in Europe and second highest cliff in the world.
- Ribeira Brava: Traveling along the coast of the island we soon arrive at the village of Ribeira Brava, where we can visit a church dated in the 15th century.
- Madalena do Mar: Next we make our way to Madalena do Mar, a smnice visit throught the lush green banana plantations.
- Fonte do Bispo: From an altitude of between 1300-1500 meters we find the tourist attraction of Paúl de Serra and it's initiation of several levada walks that connect to different points of the island through the Laurissilva forest with a stop at the Fonte do Bispo viewpoint.
- Porto Moniz: We then stop for a lunch and extra time at the seaside town of Porto Moniz - home of the largest volcanic natural pools of Madeira. On our decent towards the town we can enjoy fantastic views, especially those of the volcanic pools in their entirety. In the good weather it is possible to take a dip, so come prepared. Lunch stop / free time, about 1.30 to 2 hours stop.
- Seixal: Next we enjoy a brief stop in Seixal. Along the way, we have the pleasure of passing several waterfalls, particularly the famous and stunning Bridal Veil waterfall. Staring up at the water pouring down the mountain, you can see how the rock-face has been delicately sculpted by the wind and rain over millions of years to form what can only be described as the perfect art form.
- São Vicente: Thereafter we visit the picturesque neighbouring village of São Vicente, where you can visit a beautiful church dating from the 17th century before returning to Funchal.
- Câmara de Lobos: Situated 5km from the city of Funchal, our last stop is the quaint and famous fishing village of Câmara de Lobos; a favourite painting spot of the late Winston Churchill!
Places to visit:
- Cabo Girão
- Ribeira Brava
- Madalena do Mar (Banana Plantation)
- Fonte do Bispo
- Porto Moniz
- Seixal (Bride's Veil)
- São Vicente
- Câmara de Lobos
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