Explore verdant landscapes on one of the most scenic islands in Portugal
Throughout the trek, we stay in good quality hotels, some right on the coast with amazing views. Below are the hotels we normally use:
Machico: Hotel Dom Pedro (nights 1-2)
The hotel has sweeping views over Machico Bay and offers a range of leisure amenities, including table tennis, a pool table, and an outdoor pool (open in good weather). There is a piano bar with occasional live music and coffee/cake is served throughout the day in the lounge area.
Porto Moniz:
Hotel Aqua Natura Bay (nights 3-5)
The Hotel Agua Natura Bay has an enviable location with views over the natural swimming pools in town. Hotel amenities include a hot tub and sauna where you can rest your tired limbs, and we dine in the excellent hotel restaurants during our stay.
Funchal: Pestana Casino Studios (nights 6-7)
Pestana Casino Studios is ideally placed for exploring, just a five-minute walk to the centre of Funchal. It also has an outdoor pool and access to the indoor pool and spa facilities of the neighbouring Pestana Casino Park Resort.
Set in a bright blue sea, some 400 miles off the coast of Africa, lies the lush, volcanic Portuguese island of Madeira. Just 36 miles long and 14 miles wide, it is an island of outstanding natural bea
Discover the beauty of Madeira with a guided tour exploring Funchal, the Botanical Gardens, and the picturesque village of Santana, all while enjoying the comfort of a superbly located hotel.