Madeira Wine Tour: Explore Hidden Corners

Experience the ultimate wine tour on Madeira Island with a private full-day tour in an open-top 4WD. Discover hidden spots, hear captivating stories, and indulge in exquisite wines while enjoying breathtaking views.

Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Miradouro da Encumeada - When the weather is favorable, this location offers the opportunity to admire both northern and southern views from a 1000-meter-high vantage point.
  • Quinta Do Barbusano - This tour invites you to explore Madeira’s stunning vineyards in São Vicente, located in the northwest of Madeira. The area is surrounded by…
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Certified Guide
  • Insurances required by the Portuguese Tourism Bureau
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Alcoholic beverages
Additional Information

The operator is fortunate to pursue a career they are passionate about, and this enthusiasm is evident throughout the tour. Over time, the operator has explored the island, uncovering its hidden gems, people, stories, and history, which will be shared between stops. Wine tasting is an added delight as the tour covers regions in both north and south…

Cancellation Policy

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

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Ozs_travels
May 7, 2026
The full Madeiran Experience! - What a great experience. Madeira is an attractive and rugged place. Definitely a place to visit. And if you do visit, Val is definitely the guide you want to book to explore the place and book this tour if you are into wine, especially Madeira. We got to try table wines and, what the island is famous for, Madeira. Val knows his wines and as well as the history of Madeira, he is a native after all. What was also great was lunch, Val took us to a place that does not get any of the bus loads of tourists from a cruise.. Can't recommend this tour enough! Good value as well.
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Dave_eggs
Apr 18, 2026
Great guide for private Madeira experience - Vald was great. Just my wife and me. Opened our eyes to all that Madeira has to offer explorers, and has made us consider coming back for another visit. Learned so much about Madeira, tasted some wonderful wines, had a very nice lunch, and saw much beauty. No question went unanswered. Helped us plan the rest of our Madeira week. Highly recommended, worth every Euro.
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453tyg
Apr 5, 2026
Best tour we've done! - Our private winery and island tour in Madeira with Val was hands down the BEST private tour we have ever done! it’s going to be very hard for anything to top it. From the moment he picked us up in his vintage Rover, we knew the day was going to be special. Val took us all across the island, weaving through stunning landscapes and bringing us to so many off-the-beaten-path places we never would have discovered on our own. What made it even more meaningful was that he is a *true local—born and raised in Madeira*—and his passion for the island shines through in every story he shares. The depth of history and personal insight he provided made us feel like we were experiencing Madeira through the eyes of a friend, not just a guide. His knowledge of Madeira wine was absolutely incredible. Visiting multiple wineries with him elevated the entire experience—he explained the wines, terroir, and production in such an approachable and fascinating way that we walked away with a completely new appreciation for Madeira wines. It felt intimate and personalized, not like a typical tasting. One of our favorite parts of the day was sharing a meal with him at a local restaurant—it added such an authentic and relaxed feel to the experience. He truly customized the entire day around what we wanted most, including taking us to see a beautiful levada and giving us thoughtful recommendations on the best ones to hike (which was one of our main reasons for visiting Madeira). By the end of the day, it genuinely felt like we had made a new friend. Val went above and beyond in every way, and his passion, knowledge, and kindness made this an unforgettable experience. If you’re visiting Madeira, this is an absolute must. We will 100% be booking with him again the next time we return!
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Renate_v
Nov 25, 2025
It - It was an absolutely fantastic day. Valdemar is a great guide, his love of his homeland and above all his profound knowledge of wine growing makes this tour really a special experience, thank you
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Lizziesarahj
Oct 31, 2025
Unforgettable two days in Madeira - We had an incredible two days exploring Madeira with Val. He’s not only extremely knowledgeable about the island but also passionate about sharing its history. He tailors each trip to your interests and needs. Since it was our first time in Madeira, Val made sure we experienced as much as possible taking us off the beaten path to places most tourists never get to see. One of the highlights was standing 6,000ft up, looking down at the clouds. We had a great experience trying local wines and food while taking in breathtaking views. I wanted to bring some local produce home, and Val went out of his way to make sure I found what I was looking for. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide thank you!
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Roboman111
May 15, 2025
Wine Tour with Val. . - Val has more knowledge of the history, culture, and character of Madeira than he could fit into 8 hours. We fully enjoyed every minute and feel like we’ve made a new friend.
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Megmagruder
Apr 14, 2025
Wonderful scenic wine tour with a great guide. - We had such a great time with Val on our wine tour that we decided to book him for another full day. The local knowledge he has about the island made our tours very special. Val is now a friend and we can’t wait to visit again!
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Jessica
Mar 19, 2025
Perfect! - No words needed! In Madeira's worst weather Val picked us up! We were more than skeptical if this would be a tour as we had imagined it! You should not expect a hop on hop off and immediately star hail! But what you can be sure of! You see extraordinary streets/corners you learn an incredible amount you taste great wines and you eat sooo delicious! You'll find yourself in corners where you would never have ended up in life without native knowledge! It's clear to us! We will book Val again next time! Unforgettable time! 9:00-17:30! Hammmmaaaaaa! Thanks 🙏🏻
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Gla53
Mar 7, 2025
Val is the best! - All the positive comments below are 100% true and more. Val is the best! Knowledgeable, friendly, funny, he made our day very special. Highly recommend!
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Kate
Mar 7, 2025
A full day exploring Madeira and it’s wines. - A fantastic day exploring Madeira and learning about its wine. Val was an engaging, enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide taking us to places we would never have found ourselves. A thoroughly enjoyable day.
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From $289 (Per Vehicle)
up to 15 guests
1 - Traveler
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).