Go East tour

This immersive eastern Madeira journey blends dramatic landscapes with rich cultural and historical heritage, creating a complete and memorable experience. The tour begins at Terreiro da Luta, once the final stop of the island’s historic cogwheel railway. Here you are greeted by the impressive statue of Our Lady of Peace, set atop four Roman style columns and surrounded by sweeping views. The route then leads to one of Madeira’s highest points at 1818 meters, where the panoramic mountain scenery offers extraordinary photo opportunities. From the peaks, the experience continues into the heart of the UNESCO listed Laurissilva Forest at Ribeiro Frio, a lush habitat home to rare native flora and fauna. Visitors can also see the traditional trout farm, supplied with crystal clear levada water.

The journey then continues to Santana, famous for its brightly colored triangular houses with thatched roofs, where you enjoy an extended lunch break and time to explore the charming village. Afterward, the tour moves to the Portela viewpoint, offering dramatic vistas of mountain chains descending toward the sea and the impressive Penha d’Águia rock formation. The route then shifts to Madeira’s easternmost tip, where Ponta do Rosto reveals contrasting views of both the north and south coasts. The nearby Ponta de São Lourenço peninsula displays a striking semi arid landscape shaped by strong winds and unique geological formations, now a protected natural reserve. The day concludes in the historic town of Machico, the landing point of Madeira’s discoverers in 1419. With its peaceful bay, charming center and small golden sand beach, it offers the perfect ending to a diverse and captivating journey.