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Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group. Hiking to Boca do Risco from Machico near Santana, Pico do Arieiro,Cabo Girão Cliffs and Skywalk, and hike to São Lourenço Pont.

Transport

Private vehicle, walking.

Meals

5 breakfasts, 3 lunches

Accommodation

Hotels (5 nts).

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.

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1. LOCAL GUIDES It is important to note that in Europe, all guiding is based around local guides all of whom are licensed to work only in a particular city. As such, our leaders are able to provide orientation walks which will show you the layout of each town and city as well as the location of local services such as post offices and laundromats, but are unable to legally share historical facts and figures in public places. 2. LUGGAGE In Europe it is very rare to find elevators in train stations, hotels or other public places. We use public transport on this trip, which means you will need to carry your luggage from platform to platform, in and out of trains and buses etc. and also possibly up several flights of stairs. You will also need to be able to stow your luggage safely on trains and buses. It is therefore essential that you pack light and bring luggage which is compact and lightweight, and which you can easily transport. The carrying of your luggage remains your responsibility at all times. 3. OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES NOTE: During high season in Europe (May-October) we highly recommend booking reservations for any popular optional activities/museum tickets etc. in advance to avoid encountering sold-out activities on the ground while on tour.Santana - A-frame House Visit Funchal - Full-Day Jeep Tour - Funchal Visit

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Santana - A-frame House Visit Funchal - Full-Day Jeep Tour - Funchal Visit

Insurance

Travel Insurance is not included

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Day 1 Day 1: Santana
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Santana

Arrive at any time. Tonight, meet your CEO and fellow travellers at the welcome meeting, then opt to head out for dinner with the group.

Included Activities:
- Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Day 2 Day 2: Santana (1B, 1L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Santana (1B, 1L)

Hike the Larano trail along Madeira’s north coast. Start near Machico and hike to the viewpoint of Boca do Risco, offering breathtaking views of the north coast. Then follow the sea to the west and take the trail back to Porto da Cruz. The hike is about 15km with a total incline of 250 meters. It’s along the coast for a majority of the hike, some places with no railings that are considered dangerous, but the trail is wide enough that it’s still convenient to walk.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 00:30 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Hike the Larano Trail From Machico
Day 3 Day 3: Santana/Funchal (1B, 1L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Santana/Funchal (1B, 1L)

Summit one of the island’s tallest peaks, the Pico do Arieiro. At an altitude of 1,818m, it’s the third highest in Madeira. The hike requires some scrambling with steep ascents, but stunning views of the island above the cloud line make every step worth it.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 01:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Hike the Pico do Arieiro
Day 4 Day 4: Funchal (1B, 1L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Funchal (1B, 1L)

Hike the trail to São Lourenço Point, the easternmost peninsula of Madeira. Wander along the cliff admiring the scenery as this walk explores the long, thin peninsula. This trail is often referred to as the ’Dragon’s Tail’ as it takes you along a narrow stretch of rugged coastline where you will see some great rock formations. This hike is very different from the other hikes as the topography is volcanic and very little vegetation. The hike is about 8km and the pathway rolls the entire way. The trail is rocky and mostly gravel with a total incline of almost 500 meters. There are two private beaches along the route where it is possible to take a dip.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch

Included Activities:
- Hike From Funchal to São Lourenço Point
Day 5 Day 5: Funchal (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Funchal (1B)

For the first part of the day hike to the Cabo Girão viewpoint, one of Europe’s highest and rightfully a popular destination on the island. Traverse the skywalk, a glass walkway that extends over the edge of the cliffs, looking down straight into the sea and enjoy stunning views of the southern coast. The rest of the time is yours. Opt to take a scenic jeep tour, explore the town, or take a cable car up to nearby Monte and take an exhilarating toboggan ride back down to Funchal.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 00:30 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Cabo Girão Cliffs and Skywalk
Day 6 Day 6: Funchal (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Funchal (1B)

Depart at any time.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

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Day 1: Santana

Day 2: Santana (1B, 1L)

Day 3: Santana/Funchal (1B, 1L)

Day 4: Funchal (1B, 1L)

Day 5: Funchal (1B)

Day 6: Funchal (1B)

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