8 days in Madeira Islands Itinerary

The capital of the island of Madeira for more than 500 years, Funchal represents a laid-back city made popular by its historical sites and climate.

Get in touch with nature at Madeira Sidecar Tours and Levada do Risco. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Valley of the Nuns and 25 Fontes Falls. Spend the 4th (Sat) spotting exotic species with a safari tour. And it doesn't end there: get outside with Outdoor Activities, take in the awesome beauty at Pico Ruivo, stroll through Madeira Explorers, and take some stellar pictures from Balcoes de Ribeiro Frio.

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London, UK to Funchal is an approximately 7-hour flight. You can also do a combination of train, bus, and ferry. When traveling from London in February, plan for a bit warmer days and much warmer nights in Funchal: temperatures range from 21°C by day to 15°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Thu) so you can catch the flight to Porto Santo Island.

Start off your visit on the 10th (Fri): learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Quinta Das Palmeiras, then take in the dramatic natural features at Pico de Ana Ferreira, then discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, and finally cruise along Pico Castelo Viewpoint.

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Fly from Funchal to Porto Santo Island in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry. In February, plan for daily highs up to 20°C, and evening lows to 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Sat) early enough to fly back home.