Dave's Ransome proposed itinerary on Madeira Island

Hi Dave,

Please take a look at the itinerary I have created for you. All details below are suggestions only. You can choose a one-day or multi-day tour, but we will need to decide on the date(s) as soon as possible.

According to the weather forecast, there might be rain across the entire island on the 15th and 16th of October, so the options will be Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

1st Day (17th of October)

1. Câmara de Lobos - little fishermen enchanting village where Winston Churchill used to spend time and paint.
2. Cabo Girão (The highest sky-walk on a cliff in Europe).
3. Fãja dos Padres - Our journey begins with an exhilarating descent. Board a cable car for a 250-metre ride down the face of a sheer sea cliff. We will land on a fajã — a rare strip of fertile land at the foot of the cliff, where a unique microclimate and volcanic soil come together to create a subtropical paradise. Here, we can wander through organic gardens bursting with avocados, bananas and mangoes. This stunning location is a testament to the harmonious fusion of nature and human endeavour. It offers a truly beautiful and idyllic retreat.
4. Jardim do Mar - an idyllic and charming fishermen village, small, secluded and car-free little town which was only accessible by boat until the '60s.
5. Paul do Mar - an important fishing center on the southwest coast of Madeira. This picturesque town is known for its striking natural landscapes, also widely appreciated by surfers.
6. Viewpoint Farol da Ponta do Pargo - Westernmost most point of the island.

2nd Day (18th of October)

1. A short stroll in Fanal forest which has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1999 (very few steps are involved).
   To avoid crowds and make the most of it, we'll have to arrive early in the morning.
2. Porto Moniz (natural lava pools)
3. Ribeira da Laje - this area is known as the Hawaii of Europe, it is a stunning natural gem with beautiful volcanic beach, clear waters and astonishing cliffs.
4. Chao da Ribeira - a charming mountain village on the north west coast and my new favourite place on Madeira island.
5. Veu da Noiva viewpoint of an waterfall.
6. The wine Tasting Experience at Terrabona Nature & Vineyards - a beautiful, secluded spot for adults only, with a nice sea breeze and mountains all around. During the two-hour session, Maria and Marco João, the owners, provide an in-depth explanation of the wines and the history of the vineyard.

3rd Day (19th of October)

1. Town of Porto da Cruz. We can visit Engenhos do Norte, one of the few surviving rum distilleries of the island and the only one still driven by steam.
2. Viewpoint Guindaste (view over the north coast of Madeira). It’s an amazing place that offers some mesmerizing views of the ocean and the massive cliffs along Madeira’s northeastern coast.
3. Viewpoint Rocha do Navio.
4. Snacks and wine at Quinta do Furão, a charming 5 hectares estate, with 3 hectares dedicated to organic vines, vegetables and herbs. The vineyard itself covers 2 hectares and boasts a wide range of grape varieties, including Arnsburger, Touriga Nacional, Verdelho and Tinta Roriz. With a range of dishes made from organic and locally sourced ingredients, many of which are grown on the estate's extensive estate.
5. São Jorje wild pebble beach and ruins of an old sugar cane watermill.
6. Moinho a Água in Achadinha village - An old watermill from 17th century that still functions and grains wheat and corn.
7. Beira da Quinta viewpoint.
8. São Cristovão viewpoint.

The price is €450 per day. Just to provide a clear breakdown of the cost, the price for the day is based on my standard rate of €380. I have also included a small additional fee to cover the significant travel time required to your location. This accounts for the about 1.5-hour round trip for me to drive to your accommodation for pickup and return home after drop-off, which is outside of my standard service area.

However, if you choose to take all three days, I can reduce the price to €400 per day.

Notes:
Full-day services count as 8 hours.
Overtime costs 50.00 EUR per hour. VAT included.
Lunch, snacks, beverages and entrance fees are not included.
1st day entrances:
Cabo Girao: €3 per person.
Fajã dos Padres cable car: €12 per person.
Second day entrances:
Terrabona wine tasting: €35 per person.

Please bring with you the following items for all the days: warm clothing for the early morning chill, comfortable shoes, a rain jacket, sunscreen and sunglasses.