Stay : Madeira, a weekend of discovery
At Christmas, the island is beautifully decorated and many animated nativity scenes are open to the public. On December 31, the fireworks display attracts many tourists. In winter, walk in the snow on the peaks in the morning and bathe in the sun in the afternoon. In February, a Carnival parade, similar to the one in Rio, is organized in Funchal; each village has its own procession
Summary of the stay
Best time to go
4 days
€€ - Charm and comfort
Detail of the stay : Madeira, a weekend of discovery - 4 days
Day 1: Arrival in Funchal
As the island is not very big, it is possible, even in a weekend to see as many things as possible. This first day of discovery will take you to the cathedral, the Museum of Sacred Art, the Quinta das Cruzes, the colourful Laboureurs market, Monte, and the famous botanical garden, which gives Madeira the nickname of Flower Island
Day 2: Hiking and swimming in a natural pool
Steps: Funchal
From Funchal, it is easily possible to go directly to Point Saint-Laurent for a short hike. Then it will be enough to go up to Porto da Cruz to admire the spectacular viewpoint of Portela and soak in the city's natural swimming pool. If you are not too tired, visit the old sugar mill, before visiting Santana and its traditional thatched houses. Back in Funchal, enjoy a seafood dinner on one of the many terraces in the city centre.
Day 3: Romantic day
The old village of São Vicente has been remarkably restored and encourages you to stroll through its streets and flowered alleys. On the way back, do not miss the village of Ribeira. At the end of the afternoon it is possible to see the sun shine down in one of Porto Moniz's natural swimming pools.
Day 4: The wild coast
Going through Ribeira Brava, you can take the time to discover the wild road linking the Encumeada Pass to Porto Moniz. The paths and views make you want to stop at any time, especially in Paúl da Serra and Rabaçal. But it's already time to think about leaving again, to come back better
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