The 15 Best Walking Tours in Madeira

1.Old Town Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,233 reviews · 2 hours · from $19Our pick

Explore Funchal’s old town, market, churches, sugar history, and Madeira wine on a small-group walking tour for $19.

“This a great way to start your holiday, get your bearings & learn more about the city's history & culture. Good to know too that your money is going straight into the University's Student Welfare Fund. Our group was very small - just three solo women travellers and our guide, Evalina, who's currently on a gap year from the Czech Republic. She was very knowledgeable for someone who's only been in Funchal for a month, spoke impeccable English, and gave us a little time to wander around the market independently. The tour took us into two impressive churches, past the Bishop's house, up the little street with all the painted…”

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2.Enjoy a Guided Levada Walk in the Rabaçal Valley

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,197 reviews · 8 hours · from $50

Review of Madeira’s guided Rabaçal Valley levada walk, with waterfalls, the 25 Fontes lagoon, hotel pickup, tunnel tips, and practical advice.

“Our guide, Sara, was friendly and knowledge. When our plans had to change, due to closed roads she was calm and kept us informed. The walk along with her confidence and knowledge of the flora and fauna gave us an amazing day in nature. The coffee and poncho stops were very good too.. Great day out”

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3.East Madeira Island Guided Tour & Laurissilva Walk

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,194 reviews · 7 hours · from $35

Explore Madeira’s east from Pico do Arieiro to Ponta do Rosto, with a short levada walk, Santana houses, rum tasting, and hotel pickup.

“- the tour guide (his name was William in Portuguese) was really funny and friendly and made the tour interesting. - Took us to beautiful view points. - didnt drag at all. - felt like we saw a good amount of the island”

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4.Madeira East Island Tour and Levada Walk

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 787 reviews · from $63

See Madeira's eastern peaks, laurel forest, Santana cottages, coastal viewpoints, lunch, and rum tasting in one small-group day tour.

“Great trip. Our guide was knowledgeable about the island and also pointed out the fruit, veg and flowers growing along the roadsides. We saw so much in just one day. It was a small group and we had plenty of time at each stop to wander off on our own and do whichever thing suited us best. We especially loved the Levada walk and the views after driving up above the cloud level. Really good value for money and a great introduction to Madeira”

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5.Old Funchal Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 511 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $19

Review of Funchal’s two-hour Old Town walk, covering churches, market, painted doors, Madeira wine, local history, value, and practical tips.

“Sarah was a lovely guide who took our small group of three on a very enjoyable tour of the old town and its historical sights.”

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6.Food and Wine Walking Tour in Funchal

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 469 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $111

Taste Madeira wine, poncha, seafood, sweets and market produce while walking Funchal with a small English-speaking group.

“Small group, great food and guide was gull of amazing info!”

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7.Madeira Peaks Mountain Walk

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 380 reviews · 8 hours · from $50

Hike Madeira’s highest peaks from Funchal to Pico Ruivo with a guide, mountain views, native plants, transfers, and weather backup plans.

“Weather was excellent. The temperature was cool enough for walking. A linear walk like this would be to complex to sort out yourself. Our guide Charlotte was excellent and very patient.”

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8.Skywalk 4×4 Experience and Rabacal 25 Fountains Levada Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 318 reviews · from $41Top rated

Review of Madeira’s 25 Fontes levada walk, 4x4 adventure, Cabo Girão Skywalk, guides, costs, crowds, and practical tips.

“The levada walk + the sea cliffs were amazing., and our guide Gil, was super knowedgable and very service orien”

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9.Madeira Peaks – Mountain Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 293 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $52

Review of Madeira Peaks Mountain Walk, a guided 10 km hike from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo with Funchal pickup and stunning views.

“The entire experience was amazing. A fantastic guide (Sanna) was very informative and ensured we were safe throughout the tour. Not for the faint hearted.”

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10.Santana Jeep Safari and Balções Levada Walk

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 219 reviews · from $71

Explore eastern Madeira by jeep, from Pico do Areeiro and a levada walk to Santana, rum tasting country, and Ponta de São Lourenço.

“Very unique tour because of Victor’s personality, knowledge and driving ability.”

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11.Levada Walk and Caldeirao Verde Waterfalls: Madeira

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 205 reviews · 7 hours · from $46

Walk Madeira’s Caldeirão Verde levada through Laurisilva forest, tunnels, cliffs and waterfalls with a multilingual guide and hotel transfers.

“One of the best hikes on Madeira for seeing the Laurisilva Forest!”

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12.Madeira East Island Tour with Levada Walk and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 174 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $66

Review of Madeira’s east coast tour with Pico do Arieiro, Santana, levada walk, lunch, rum tasting, and hotel pickup.

“Interesting itinerary, perfect weather and excellent guide on an historic anniversary day. Enjoyed the lunch in Santana and rum factory tour afterwards., Only sorry we had to return early to our ship.”

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13.Nuns Valley Easy Walk with Mountain Surroundings

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 165 reviews · from $26

See Funchal, Eira do Serrado, and Curral das Freiras on a small-group mountain tour with easy walking and superb valley views.

“Super. Norbert very informative. Clearly loves the job. Our driver was exceptional; very considerate of his passengers.”

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14.Madeira Island: Caldeirão Verde Levada Walk

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 159 reviews · 7 hours · from $54

Hike Madeira’s Caldeirão Verde levada through UNESCO Laurissilva Forest, four tunnels, and a waterfall lagoon with guide and transport.

“It was really good and Marta explained everything carefully emphasising the importance of safety. Unfortunately as we were coming back to the minibus the rain came on very heavy and everyone got soaked. Also minibus seating was a bit cramped for six footers among us. But apart from that really enjoyable.”

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15.Serra de Água Valley Levada Walk

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 154 reviews · 4 hours · from $38

Review the easy Serra de Água levada walk in Madeira, with mountain views, native flora, hotel pickup, multilingual guides, and practical tips.

“super walk and competant and open minded, sympathetic guide.”

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