East Tour - 4x4 - Small Group

Discover Madeira Island on an unforgettable journey from sea to mountain, revealing the stunning diversity of this Atlantic pearl. Start your adventure at the majestic Pico do Arieiro, 1,818 metres above sea level, where breathtaking panoramas await you. Dive into the lush Laurissilva Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on a serene walk along centuries-old leaves. Explore picturesque agricultural fields and visit an authentic Madeirese inhabited house, providing a glimpse of local life. Enjoy stunning ocean views on strategic viewpoints, capturing the essence of the island at every stop. This carefully planned tour offers a perfect balance between nature, culture and adventure. From the deep blue of the Atlantic to the green peaks of the mountains, experience Madeira in all its glory. A journey that promises to enchant all senses and create lasting memories of this paradise island.

Itinerary

1. Departure Location
2. transit point
3. The peak of Arrieiro is the highest peak accessible by car on the island of Madeira. Every day it offers an incredible and different panorama provided by mother nature. It has an altitude of 1810 meters of altitude. (30 min)
4. In the heart of the Madeira Natural Park and with a fantastic forest around this valley. (10 min)
5. The Balcões Viewpoint is located at the end of Vereda dos Balcões. Starting at Ribeiro Frio, this small trail follows the Levada da Serra do Faial, giving access to the Miradouro dos Balcões. From this viewpoint you can enjoy magnificent views over the Ribeira da Metade valley. You can also see the Cordillera Central of the island, including the two highest peaks, Pico do Areeiro and Pico Ruivo, as well as, on a clear day, the cliff of Penha D'Águia. (45 min)
6. passing place
7. The Centro de Casas Tradicionais de Santana features some of Santana's typical houses. We also visited typical inhabited houses. Close to Santana City Hall is the Santana Traditional Houses Center. It is a preservation area, expanded by the municipality of Santana, in memory of the local heritage. Here we find some typical Santana houses, all adapted to current use, where you can buy a wide variety of local products and traditional handicrafts. (15 min)
8. It is in this restaurant with a breathtaking view of the entire northeast coast of the island to Ponta de São Lourenço. Lunch is not included but we recommend it. (1h 30min)
9. Magnificent view of the sea and the cliffs of the North coast. Fantastic (15 min)
10. Visiting the historic Companhia dos Engenhos do Norte, in the village of Porto da Cruz, is experiencing one of the main living evidences of the glorious sugar production of the island, at the beginning of the 20th century. (20 min)
11. From the Ponta do Rosto viewpoint, in Caniçal, there are excellent views of the north and south coasts of Madeira Island. From this viewpoint it is possible to see both the north and south coasts of Madeira Island. (15 min)
12. Return at the end of the day

Meeting & end point