Itinerary
Fly and Drive "Madeira´s countryside"
Day 1 and 2
Santa Cruz - Solar de Bom Jesus
You start the tour in the south of Madeira, in the small town of Santa Cruz. From here you can take excursions to the capital Funchal, the center of the island or the Eastern Cape with its impressive rock formations. In the evening you can enjoy the cozy atmosphere in the car-free town center of Santa Cruz or experience one of the unique sunsets on Madeira from the beach promenade.
Overnight in Santa Cruz
Further information to your hotel you will find here: Hotel Solar de Bom Jesus
Day 3, 4 and 5
São Vicente - Solar da Bica
You drive along the east coast to the north of Madeira. On the way you can discover Machico, the oldest town on the island, the typical houses of Santana, the sugar cane factory in Porto da Cruz and much more. From São Vicente you explore the old coastal road and the seaside resort of Porto Moniz with its natural lava pools, the volcanic grottos, the Bridal Veil Waterfall in Seixal and the Encumeada Pass.
Overnight in São Vicente
Further information to your hotel you will find here: Hotel Solar da Bica
Day 6 and 7
Calheta - Quinta das Vinhas
Over the Paul da Serra plateau with its free-range cows it goes to the southwest of the island. Here, in the former center of sugar cane cultivation, you live in a traditional manor house, surrounded by vineyards. Take a look at the sugar cane factory in Calheta, stroll through the marina, relax on the sandy beach, hike the 25 springs and Rabaçal in the UNESCO nature reserve or experience whales and dolphins in the wild on a boat trip.
Overnight in Calheta
Further information to your hotel you will find here: Hotel Quinta das Vinhas