from 749 € pP 
 

The Magic of Madeira - that means discovering the true heart of the island. Because Madeira is more than just stunning viewpoints – it’s a whole vibe. On our tour, you’ll dive deep into the island’s culture, nature, and food scene. We’ll take you to the famous Instagram spots and to hidden gems and our personal favorite places.

Get ready for unforgettable hikes, jaw-dropping views, local eats, wild nature, and dolphin & whale watching – and if you’re up for more: canyoning, surfing, or mountain biking. Basically, everything an adventure-loving heart could ask for!

You’ll experience our little island paradise in a small group of max. 7 like-minded travelers. Led by a local guide and a passionate traveler who know and love Madeira like the back of their hand – always with the mission to give you the best experience and the best memories.

And because flexibility is key: you choose and book your own Funchal based hotel or hostel - your price range and your vibe. We’ll meet up each day at one of our pick-up points in Funchal. Easy? Easy! Sounds good? Vamos!

 

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TOUR ITINERARY 8 DAYS 
Guiding language: English (German, Portuguese, French and Spanish is spoken and understood) 

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ARRIVING DAY (DAY 0): LET’S CREATE HEARTBEAT MOMENTS!

Transfer from Airport to your hotel / Get together 

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It is time, we are starting our adventure. Welcome to Madeira! We will pick you up at the airport in our electro van “Vivi” and bring you to your hotel or hostel. In the evening it is time to meet your travel buddies! We will have our first Get together, to get to know each other and learn more about our program in the next days. Sure thing: not without having a first Poncha, the drink of the island, in a local bar.

 

HEARTBEAT DAY 1: WESTSIDE STORY

NATURE CULTURE VIEWS

Achadas da Cruz - Porto Moniz – Fanal - Ribeira da Janela – Seixal

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Let’s hunt some Insta-famous locations today! We start the day with visiting a a piece of paradise: Achadas da Cruz. One of our absolute favourite places on the island. Get ready for some thrills, because here we go 600m downhill - with one of the steepest cable cars in Europe. Want to cool down? Perfect, because we are heading to Porto Moniz, where we find the famous natural sea pools between black volcanic rocks. Let’s jump in!

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HEARTBEAT DAY 2: CLIFF HANGER

NATURE CULTURE HIKE FOOD
Vereda do Larano - Homemade BBQ

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Ready to rumble?  Our first hike of the week brings us to one of the most beautiful (and lesser crowded) trails of the island: the Vereda do Larano. A lush green environment awaits us and the ocean is always behind us. On we go, always along the cliffs and with spectacular views. No Heartbeat Hike without a reward afterwards. Let’s vibing like locals and have a homemade barbecue in a Madeiran family house. Great food and ice-cold beers are awaiting us in Camacha. Cheers to a great day – cheers to us and new friends! A perfect day! Hungry for more?

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HEARTBEAT DAY 3: NORTHERN HIGHLIGHTS

NATURE CULTURE FOOD
Santo da Serra Market – Guindaste – São Jorge – Santana - Boaventura – Ponta Delgada – São Vicente   

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Today we continue our journey and explore the northern part of our beautiful island - pure nature! We start with a very local sunday classic: the farmer market in Santo da Serra. Let’s join the hustle and bustle among the stalls full of fresh vegetables, fruits, crafts and other goodies. A good chance to taste and buy local food, before we go on with our tour today. Some highlights in the north are awaiting us: Faial Valley with the Guindaste viewpoint and Miradouro das Cabanas. We dive into history at São Jorge as we explore the Ruinas there, including the "door to the sea". Keep your camera ready, because the last one is a quite enchanting motive.

Hungry? We got you: Barbecue time with some local food and one of the most beautiful views. Let’s relax, have a beer and some smokey grilled chicken, salad and veggies. 

​On we go! Next stop is the traditional house in Santana – a view into Madeira’s history. We drive through Boaventura, one of the oldest villages. Due to its isolated location, the place has preserved much of its original charm. Next: Ponta Delgada, a hidden village that is often overlooked. Wrongly so! It is beautifully situated between lush greenery and blue sea. We also will not miss out São Vicente, with the famous white church tower. A great photo motif and an even greater view from up there, because from here you have a unique perspective on the rugged charm of the island. 

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HEARTBEAT DAY 4: TOUCH THE SKY
HIKE NATURE VIEWS

Pico Areeiro - Pico Ruivo 

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Today we are setting out to conquer one of Madeira’s most epic adventures: the PR1, the legendary hike from Pico do Areeiro to Pico Ruivo. What to expect? Good vibes, comfy boots and some of the most jaw-dropping mountain scenery the island has to offer. We will make our way along dramatic ridgelines, through tunnels carved into the mountains and across landscapes that will have you stopping every few minutes to take it all in.

It’s steep, it’s wild, it’s definitely a challenge — but every climb comes with an even better view. And when we finally reach Pico Ruivo, Madeira’s highest peak, you’ll know exactly why this hike is considered one of the island’s ultimate adventures.

Get ready to lace up your boots, push your limits and make some seriously unforgettable memories.

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HEARTBEAT DAY 8: YOUR CHOICE
HIKE NATURE CULTURE FOOD VIEWS BEACH SPORT
Free day with optional activities  - Farewell Group Dinner

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Everybody’s heart beats for something else. That’s why we have two “Flex Days” in our program. What that means? It’s your choice! You just want to relax at the hotel? Great! You want to discover Funchal on your own? Go on! You are up for even more adventure? We help you booking a Surfing Class, a Canyoying Trip, a Sunrise or Sunset Tour or a Mountainbiking tour with our favorite partners. 

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HEARTBEAT DAY 6: SUNNY SOUTH SIDE
NATURE CULTURE VIEWS BEACH

Ribeira Brava – Ponta do Sol – Calheta Beach - Paul do Mar – Jardim do Mar - Cabo Girão – Câmara do Lobos 

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Don't we all deserve a relaxing day and some Vitamin D? Get ready for Madeira's places with the most hours of sunshine! We explore  the vibrant south side of the island today. From Ribeira Brava's best viewpoint with a fantastic panoramic of the Atlantic Ocean, to Ponta do Sol the warmest spot on the island, over Paul do Mar and Jardim do Mar with its charming surfer vibes. At Calheta Beach, we have time to just relax on the beach and soak up some sun. ​We are closing the day with a stop in at the Cabo Girão Skywalk, one of the highest capes in Europe and (if you want) some Poncha in the birthplace of the drink: Câmara do Lobos.​

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HEARTBEAT DAY 7: CLIFFS & DOLPHINS 

HIKE NATURE FOOD VIEWS
Vereda Ponta de São Lourenço -  Whale and Dolphin watching - Poncha class 

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Let’s change the scenery and explore the very east end of Madeira: Ponta de São Lourenço. We will have a short hike at the Vereda between dramatic cliffs. A must do! After a lunch break it is time for our next adventure: we jump on a boat and go for Doplhin and (hopefully) Whale watching. Madeira’s coast is one of the best locations to spot the beautiful sea creatures - finger's crossed for lots of spottings! 

Ready for the next point on today’s itinerary? It's time for our Poncha Tasting & Class! The best place for that? Santo da Serra, up in the chilly mountains. We will show you a local bar, where barely a tourist is found and you get to know an original: Senhora Alexandra! Ready to learn how to make your own Poncha from her, learn about the history of the drink and try some original flavour? Let’s go!  

 

HEARTBEAT DAY 8: YOUR CHOICE
HIKE NATURE CULTURE FOOD VIEWS BEACH SPORT
Free day with optional activities  - Farewell Group Dinner

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Time for another Flex Day!

And: We would not be Heartbeat Madeira, if we are not having a great last evening together. Let’s have a Farewell Group Dinner in a very unique and local place: Chef André's garden. He will serve us great homemade food, with freh igredients out of his garden, wine and Poncha. Combined with a fantastic view over the bay of Funchal.  

 

DEPARTURE DAY: SEE YOU SOON!
Funchal - Transfer to Airport

Time to pack. Surely as well a piece of Madeira into your heart. We will miss you guys – come back soon!