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Madeira Market & Wine Tour

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  • Private
  • Portugal,Madeira
  • Theme: Food,Wine
  • Duration: 6 hours
  • Availability: Mon-Sat

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All tour pricing is based on two people traveling, unless otherwise noted. Discounts may apply for groups larger than two. Not all tours are available for single travelers. Prices and availability may change based on holidays and weather.

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BUILD A TOUR ALL TOURS

You know that ever-so-frequent moment when your mind starts drifting to a tropical island filled with swaying palm trees, soaring cliffs and vine covered mountains? That place where you conjure up an afternoon of gratuitous lounging, filled with copious amounts of wine and food while listening to soft island tunes in the background?

Fortunate for you, the only difference between a daydream and reality is a plane ticket!

Madeira is by far one of the most dramatic places you’ll ever rest your eyes upon. If you’re looking for a straight line…anywhere, forget it. There are two directions: curved and vertical. To survive this incredible half-day tour, you must embrace your inner island Jedi to revel the swirling among canopies of grapevines, juicy technicolored fruits, whitewashed cottages and enough island charm to put Gilligan to shame. 

Highlights:

  • Private culinary tour through an iconic open-air market with your local guide
  • Private cultural tour through Funchal’s Cathedral with your local guide
  • High end tasting and tour of one of the oldest wine lodges in Funchal
  • Transportation to lunch with your private driver
  • Optional – Private tour of the Botanical Gardens

“It’s not easy to plan a wine trip, especially for a group that expects a high level of wine communication, education, and experience. Ryan Opaz and the team at Catavino exceeded all expectations in my first visit to the Douro. The knowledge base they represented, the contacts they have, and the professionalism they exhibited is of the highest caliber. Beyond that, and possibly most importantly, Ryan was simply a blast to travel with.” 

Tour Itinerary

  • Funchal Half Day Market & Wine Tour

    If you love exotic flavors, adore vibrant colors and shapes, or simply appreciate a sea of gorgeous humanity, you’ll adore the first stop of your tour. Located on the edge of the old town in Funchal, this charming, quaint, youth driven market is an absolute joy to visit, not to mention, a masterclass on island flavors! Ever taste a Custard Apple, a Split Leaf Philodendron, an Indian Fig or a Pitanga? What about a half-dozen different varieties of passion fruit, where each color expresses a completely different flavor! At the end of your sensorial adventure, enjoy a cultural guided tour of Funchal’s late 15th century Cathedral followed by a historical tour and tasting at one of the oldest wine cellars on the island.  Happy and satiated, we’ll whisk you off from your Madeira tasting to lunch where you’ll savor island favorites such as Espetada (grilled meat on a skewer) and Espada – black scabbard fish. If you’re needing to commune with nature, we’ll happily provide a guided tour of Funchal’s famed Botanical Garden with a stunning bird’s eye view of the city. 

    9:30am Expert English-speaking guide and driver will pick you up at your desired location in Funchal
    9:45am Tour an iconic Farmer's Market renown for its fresh fish and produce
    11:00am Visit Funchal Cathedral
    12:00pm Private visit and Vintage wine tasting at renown Madeira Lodge
    1:00pm Transfer to lunch
    1:30pm Lunch at traditional restaurant
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Check out what's included and not included on this tour

INCLUDED

  • English speaking local guide 
  • Private chauffeured transport
  • Guided food tour of Funchal’s farmer’s market
  • Guided cultural tour of Funchal’s Cathedral
  • Tasting and tour of an iconic Madeira Wine Lodge

NOT INCLUDED

  • Lunch
  • Personal Expenses
  • Gratuities

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