Day 01
SantanaPico RuivoPico RuivoFaialPorto da CruzCaniçal
Portugal · Sunrise Tours
Pico Ruivo Sunrise Hike and 4x4 Island Tour from Funchal
The journey
Trip highlights
- 01 Watch the sunrise from Pico Ruivo, Madeira’s highest peak
- 02 Hike from Achada do Teixeira with certified mountain guides
- 03 Enjoy island views from coast to coast
- 04 Explore Madeira in an open-roof 4x4 vehicle
- 05 Visit Santana and see the traditional thatched houses
- 06 Discover hidden places along old cobblestone roads
- 07 Includes hotel pickup and drop-off
- 08 Water and snacks provided during the experience
Start before dawn for a memorable Madeira adventure that combines a sunrise hike to Pico Ruivo, the island’s highest peak, with a scenic 4x4 sightseeing tour. After an early pickup, travel to Achada do Teixeira and hike with certified mountain guides to the summit, where sweeping views stretch across the island as the sun rises.
After the hike, continue exploring Madeira by open-roof 4x4, with stops including Santana and its traditional thatched houses, plus hidden corners reached by old cobblestone roads. With guiding, water, and hotel pickup and drop-off included, this tour offers an active and scenic way to experience the island.
Start before dawn for a memorable Madeira adventure that combines a sunrise hike to Pico Ruivo, the island’s highest peak, with a scenic 4x4 sightseeing tour.
From the itinerary
At a glance
What this trip includes
Duration
7 Hours
Tour type
Private
Activity level
Moderate
Accommodation
Included
Transport
Included
Wheelchair access
No
City
Faial Island
Languages
English, French, Portuguese, Spanish
Day by day
The itinerary
The route
Where you'll travel
The fine print
Trip details
What's Included
- Local taxes
- Bottled water
- Driver/guide
- Professional guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
Know before you go
- PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
- INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- We recommend to bring warm clothing for extreme cold conditions
- Not suitable for pets
- rain coat (just in case)
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Not recommended for people with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Logistics
Meeting & route
Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Caniço.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Caniço.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey
Your 7 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Caniço..
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