Canico Trip Overview
You will go on a tour to the West of the island. Going through historical places that anyone arriving in Madeira should visit, such as Câmara de Lobos, Cabo Girão, Ribeira Brava, Encumeada, Paúl da Serra, Porto Moniz, Seixal and São Vicente.
Additional Info
Duration: 8 hours
Starts: Canico, Portugal
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Canico, Madeira Islands, Portugal
You will go on a tour to the West of the island. Going through historical places that anyone arriving in Madeira should visit, such as Câmara de Lobos, Cabo Girão, Ribeira Brava, Encumeada, Paúl da Serra, Porto Moniz, Seixal and São Vicente.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Camara De Lobos, Camara De Lobos, Madeira, Madeira Islands
A dazzling fishing bay, with many colourful fishing boats. Travel through its narrow streets filled with life and with a surprise in every corner. Near the pier, you can find several bars and restaurants where you can have a taste of local cuisine and drinks.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Cabo Girao, Camara De Lobos, Madeira Portugal
This is one of the highest sea cliffs in the world and the highest in Europe. A viewpoint with glassbottom floor, will provide with adrenaline views over the fajã 580 meters below, and panoramic sight over Funchal and Câmara de Lobos.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Ribeira Brava, Ribeira Brava, Madeira, Madeira Islands
This small town by the sea, is situated in between high mountains that lead up to the center of the island. With several shops and cafes, you will be able to enjoy the views sitting by the promenade. Several landmarks to be found here, such as the Lighthouse and Fort of São Bento.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Caminho Real da Encumeada PR12, Miradouro da Boca da Corrida Miradouro da Boca da Corrida / E.R. 228, Madeira Portugal
Driving towards the north, you will discover Encumeada at 1004 meters, giving amazing views of both north and south coast.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Pico Ruivo do Paul da Serra, Er 209, Madeira 6160-206 Portugal
This plateau, located at 1300-1500 meters high, offers stunning views over the green mountains and valleys. It is also the location of Rabaçal and starting point for many famous levadas, such as Risco and 25 Fontes.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Porto Moniz, Porto Moniz, Madeira, Madeira Islands
You will have your first sights of Porto Moniz arriving from high in the mountains, right next to the sea with its natural swimming pools and its pure beautifull landscape. Here it will be the lunch time and you are free to go to the restaurant, cafe, or explore the pools.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Seixal, Seixal, Madeira, Madeira Islands
Right after Porto Moniz, you will arrive to Seixal. This platform flowing down from the mountains into the sea, has its own natural beauty. With lushfull green mountains in its back, and the blue ocean ahead. Here you can also see the famous “Véu da Noiva” (Bride’s Veil) waterfall.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Sao Vicente, Sao Vicente, Madeira, Madeira Islands
By the sea, this municipality is built in between a mountain range that heads south. With two massive mountains on each side, this is surely a landmark when visiting the north of the island. With many cafes and restaurants you are guaranteed to have a taste of its local gastronomy.
Duration: 30 minutes
