A few suggestions to get the holiday planning process started
Discover the scenic and cultural delights of Funchal with a 4x4 adventure through the nearby mountains to an authentic winery
8 days, from £1,530 to £2,200
Take to the hills on a (child friendly) mountain hike
7 days, from £2,480 to £3,960
Practical advice and inspiration to help you prepare for your holiday
Practical guide
Travel Advice & Information
Romantically nicknamed ‘The Pearl of the Atlantic’, Madeira is a true hidden gem with its kaleidoscope of striking volcanic geology, lush emerald landscapes and vibrant plant life. The archipelago is designated as an autonomous region of Portugal but is located closer to the northwest coast of Africa, and was (deservedly) voted one of Europe’s most beautiful islands as a result of its intriguing topography. Madeira means wood in Portuguese, so-called for the dense wooded areas which engulfed the island when the first settlers graced its rocky shores in the 15th century.
The region’s sub-tropical climate lends itself perfectly to outdoor activities, including windsurfing, hiking, mountain-biking and paragliding, any of which can be woven into your tailor-made itinerary. When it comes to relaxation, Madeira also delivers on this front; from leisurely dolphin-spotting boat trips and peaceful vineyard tours (for sampling its namesake wine), to afternoon spa treatments and afternoon picnic on the cliffs overlooking the island’s rich cosmos of rocky outcrops and black sand beaches below.
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