Private Tour: Regional Road Drive with Stunning Views and Poncha Drink Tasting
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11 Ratings
Funchal
Embark on a private tour in a classic car and drive along the regional road, enjoying stunning views. Stop at Cabo Girão, the highest cliff in Europe, and indulge in a poncha drink tasting. Book now!
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Cruise Terminal Funchal - Passage through
  • Baía de Câmara de Lobos - See the fisherman boats
  • Cabo Girao - See the views from the glass platform
  • Miradouro de São Sebastião - See the Ribeira Brava city from above
What's Included
  • Local guide
  • Private tour
  • Driver/guide
  • Live commentary on board
  • Hotel/port pickup and drop-off in Funchal area (outside Funchal additional fee
    20)
  • Transport by private vehicle
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Join us as we traverse the countryside road in either a VW Beetle Cabrio or another vintage car en route to Ribeira Brava, journeying through Câmara de Lobos and Campanário. Enjoy the striking scenery throughout the drive. We make a stop at Cabo Girão, the tallest sea cliff in Europe stretching up to 580 meters (entry fee applies). There’s a chance to sample Poncha or another local alcoholic beverage in Câmara de Lobos and Serra de Água. The tour concludes with a return via the freeway.

  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Location
Cruise Terminal Funchal
Avenida Sá Carneiro
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
5.0
(11 Ratings)
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T_h
Dec 2, 2022
A VW tour of Madeira - Such a lovely trip , which brought back many memories of our own vw. We saw many beautiful sites of Madeira , Michael (apology for spelling) was very accommodating and nothing was too much trouble . We would highly recommend the day
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Ian_r
Jul 14, 2022
Excellent guide who was... - Excellent guide who was very knowledgeable. The car was super and very comfortable. Meeting the locals making the Poncha. The views were incredible.
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Handykc
Apr 19, 2022
Brilliant afternoon drive. - Fantastic tour from our hotel in a Convertible Beetle with Miguel. A very friendly, relaxed and informative trip taking in a fishing village, cliff platform, plenty of stops for views and a few bars.
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Goplaces09688697965
Sep 18, 2021
Great experience - Lovely half day drive with a friendly, knowledgeable driver. My husband has some mobility problems but this trip was ideal and the driver (I can’t remember his name) was very patient.
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Jimmccauley
May 19, 2019
Comfortable & Wonderful Tour of Funchal, Madeira Island in Style with an Original VW Beetle Convertible!! - We truly enjoyed this tour and highly recommend it! The only changes / improvements that we suggest are: 1. Find out the name of the ship, where they are docking and pick up Passengers as close as possible to the Pier. 2. Only stop for 1 Poncha Tasting (instead of 2) 3. Add enough time for a quick stop for Portuguese Tapas or a light Portuguese Lunch. 4. Add a quick stop to the Cristiano Ronaldo Museum (famous Professional Soccer Player born in Madeira).
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Paul
May 19, 2019
A most enjoyable afternoon - I was collected from my hotel in Funchal on time by my companion for the afternoon, Rudolph, who runs this company. He has 2 classic VW cars and we went off in his immaculate 1970’s Beetle convertible. We were very fortunate as it was a beautiful afternoon and we were able to have the roof down for the whole time. Rudolpho is clearly a huge enthusiast and lovingly maintains the cars as well as being an interesting guide and good companion. He took me to various interesting places and viewpoints along the south coast as well as a couple of local bars to sample the local brews!! I am a keen photographer so found lots of good subject matter. Rudolpho also made it clear that if you required something more bespoke he would be more than happy to work with you t On an itinerary of your own choosing. A thoroughly nice afternoon with a very nice person! Would recommend!
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645abr
May 16, 2019
Miguel was the best - It was like driving with a family member in a vintage beetle. Beautifull sights. Good poncha en great places. The fishing village was so beautifull. Miguel was a hearty guy, patient and so informative.
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Aga-charles
Apr 9, 2019
Fantastic tour - Absolutely fantastic experience. What a great way to see Funchal and neighbouring area...Thanks a lot Rudolfo!!!
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Ivyclover
Mar 11, 2019
Excellent Value for a Custom Tour - Rodolfo was an excellent tour guide for what turned out to be a custom trip around Funchal and the small fishing village. Convertible VW beetle was the carriage that I was picked up in and I was tired and jet lagged, we changed the tour a bit to suit my needs which was great. Was lovely to go to a local place and see the fishing village. Would highly recommend and would do again.
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Kjhuk
Oct 24, 2018
Great Personal Service - Picked up on time from our hotel in a convertible VW Beetle. Rodolfo our driver and owner of the company was friendly and extremely informative right from the start of the trip. Our first stop allowed us to walk through a little village and see the doors covered in artwork made from aluminium cans, as opposed to the painted doors. We had our first taste of Poncha made in a little fisherman’s bar. From there we had a drive to the highest point and the glass viewing platform. We stopped at other points of interest on the way through. On the way back down we had another Poncha stop and I had an amazing drink made from pineapple ice cream and passion fruit syrup. Apart from the great service, having the tour to ourselves meant we did not have to wait around for anyone and were never rushed or squashed in with other people. We were dropped back at the hotel. If you want to try something different from the normal tours, definitely take this one . Thank you Rodolfo.
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