Funchal: Nuns Valley Private Half Day Tour Funchal: Private Half Day Madeira Nuns Valley Tour
ID: GYG391164-O-709419
Category:
Country: Portugal
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Enjoy a private half-day tour from Pico dos Barcelos to Nun's Valley. Learn about centuries of rich history and tradition of the island, completing the tour with a visit to the Village of Curral das Freiras.
On this picturesque private half-day trip, you will be driven from Pico dos Barcelos to Nun's Valley.
Pico dos Barcelos has an observation point on the edge of Funchal, 1165 ft above sea level. It is an excellent way to view Funchal from the sea to the mountains, and Islas Desertas directly across can be spotted on a clear day.
This belvedere at Eira do Serrado has a spectacular rock ledge that overlooks “Curral das Freiras,” a horseshoe-shaped valley below. This valley has three sheer sides that cut into the serrated peaks of Madeira.
Make your way down to the Village of Nuns Valley (Curral das Freiras). See where the nuns of the Monastery of Santa Clara once sought refuge from French privateers. It is one of the most spectacularly situated rural settlements on the island, in a huge natural amphitheater surrounded by Madeira’s highest mountain peaks.
Finally, you will be dropped back at your original pickup point.
Highlights
- Postcard-perfect views from Pico dos Barcelos
- Enjoy panoramic views of the sea from 1165 ft above
- Experience two of the island’s most stunning panoramas and listen to the story of Old Madeira
- Stroll through Curral das Freiras to learn about its traditional culture
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Tours may be canceled due to weather conditions or events beyond our control.
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Please wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
