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USD 1,579
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Walking & Trekking
Ways to Travel :
Self-Guided Holidays
Activity :
Walking & Trekking
Activity Level :
2 out of 7 - Leisurely / Moderate You are reasonably fit, enjoy the outdoors and are looking for some exercise. Some previous experience is preferable for activity based trips.
Group Size :
1
Ages :
12+
Trip Code :
W07MS
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Surging from the Atlantic Ocean, Madeira offers a temperate sub-tropical paradise perfect for year-round walking.

One of Madeira's many charms is its infinite variety; each day's walking and every levada - the island's unique network of water channels - is different. Landscapes vary from cultivated vine terraces and verdant slopes dotted with white hamlets to coastal cliffs with balcony views over the azure seas. Also a nature lover's paradise, there are over 120 endemic species of flora and fauna including the pride of Madeira, the bird-of-paradise, along with jacaranda, tiny bisbis birds, chaffinches and hawks - the list is endless.

On this self guided walking holiday in Madeira you are free to explore at your leisure as car hire is provided and you drive to and from the start of the walks each day. Walking many of the levadas for which Madeira is so famous for you explore the best the island has to offer. With fantastic vistas of the island from Paul do Mar in the west to the hills on the Eastern side of the island around Machico which was originally the capital of Madeira. Discover the lakes of Madeira and the impressive Lagoa do Venta waterfall and walk to one of the highest peaks on island the Pico Grande. Take time to discover the capital Funchal, known for its historical centre and bustling market place.

Highlights

  • Wonderful walking along the levadas of Madeira and seeing the most beautiful waterfalls on the island
  • Known as the floating garden of the Atlantic, Madeira offers a wealth of flora and fauna and unforgettable beauty
  • Excellent 5* hotel with an exclusive and refined feel, relaxing spa and wellness centre, just 30 minutes from Funchal

Key Information

  • 7 nights single centre accommodation in a 5-star hotel
  • Management by your local Headwater appointed agent
  • Headwater navigation app
  • Countries visited: Portugal

What's Included

  • All breakfasts
  • Group B Car Hire
  • GPS Route directions and maps

What's Not Included

  • Travel insurance
  • Single accommodation (available on request - compulsory supplement)
  • Solo traveller supplement (where only one person is travelling on a departure date)
  • Visas or vaccinations
  • Half boards upgrades available
  • Car hire upgrades

5 Days of Walking & Trekking

Day 2

9 km / 5.6 miles

Day 3

15 km / 9.3 miles

Day 4

20 km / 12.4 miles

Day 6

18 km / 11.2 miles

Day 7

8 km / 5 miles

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