Per person, from €515 in low season to €735 in high season.

Based on two traveling together sharing a double room and rental car.

What's included?

• 7 nights in comfortable 4* hotels

• Rental car for the entire duration of the tour:

  • Pick-up and drop-off at the airport

  • Renault Clio or similar

  • Full insurance coverage

  • Second driver included

  • Unlimited mileage

Not included

• Flights

• Travel and cancellation insurance

• Meals, activities and entrance fees not mentioned in the programme

• Tips and personal expenses

Travel Documents

• Belgian citizens (including babies and children) must be in possession of a valid Belgian identity card and be up-to-date with the measures specific to the country of transit and destination. For the most recent updates, we refer you to diplomatie.belgium.be and the websites and apps they bring forward. A valid driver's license (at least 1 year old) and viable credit card in the name of the main traveler and driver of the rental car is also mandatory

• Travellers with a non-Belgian nationality and / or persons travelling on a foreign passport are invited to spontaneously report this matter to the Connections travel consultant and shall contact their respective embassy (s) or Consulate (ate) to obtain the latest updates concerning all current travel requirements and documents.

Insurances

Have a safe and carefree trip: travel fully insured with our Protections travel insurance! Our Protections insurance policies offer various formulas in order to offer you the widest possible cover (with even a fly-on-time, natural catastrophes and epidemics) for both single journeys or for the entire year. We guarantee you the best protection at the best price.

Tailored travel

The tours in our brochures are just a few examples of travel itineraries possible. Our trips can be tailored to suit your specific needs. If you want to book a specific destination or combine it with a mini-tour then we will gladly make you a tailor-made offer. For a personalised day-by-day program please contact our destination experts.

Would you like to travel in a group; with your entire family, friends or colleagues? (min. 10 people required). Put our know-how to the test and send us your details and wishes. We will gladly turn the blueprints of your trip into a detailed quote and a lasting memory for you to cherish. Contact our Connections’ Group Service by e-mail at groups@connections.be or by telephone on +32 (0)2 550 01 65. We would love to hear from you.

Health

No mandatory vaccinations. To verify the latest updates on health requirements, please surf to https://www.itg.be
For all latest measures concerning covid we refer you to the website https://diplomatie.belgium.be

Time zones

Belgian time +1 hour

Discover the Most Beautiful Spots of Madeira

Madeira offers a treasure trove of hidden gems waiting to be explored during your tour. The rugged north coast contrasts beautifully with the sunny south, where villages like Ponta do Sol welcome you with authentic Portuguese hospitality. Be sure to take a walk through the Laurisilva forest, a UNESCO World Heritage site, one of the last remnants of the prehistoric forest that once covered large parts of Europe. Levada walks along centuries-old irrigation channels provide a unique way to explore the island’s interior at your own pace.

Explore Funchal During Your Tour

As the beating heart of Madeira, the capital Funchal deserves a prominent place in your itinerary. Begin your exploration in the old town with its black-and-white streets, where local artists have transformed colorful doors into true works of art. Visit the covered market Mercado dos Lavradores, where you’ll find tropical fruits, fresh fish, and local specialties. Then take the cable car to Monte for panoramic views of Funchal Bay. Don’t forget to visit the famous Botanical Gardens, where the diversity of plants and flowers gives you a taste of why Madeira is called the Flower Island.

Hiking Along Madeira’s Levadas

Madeira’s levadas are a network of more than 2,000 kilometers of irrigation channels that transport water from the rainy north to the drier south. These ancient water channels are accompanied by walking paths that lead you through the island’s most breathtaking landscapes. The walk along Levada do Caldeirão Verde takes you through tunnels and past waterfalls to an enchanting natural amphitheater. For beginners, Levada dos Maroços is ideal, while experienced hikers can challenge themselves with the spectacular route to Pico Ruivo, the island’s highest point. Always bring a flashlight for tunnels and check the weather before setting out.

Taste the Gastronomy of Madeira

A tour through Madeira is not complete without discovering the local flavors. Be sure to try espetada, large beef skewers grilled over laurel wood, often served with milho frito (fried corn cubes) and bolo do caco, a traditional garlic bread. Fish lovers will enjoy the fresh espada (black scabbardfish), prepared in various ways. Finish your meal with a glass of Madeira wine, a fortified wine with a rich history dating back to the 15th century. Don’t forget to try poncha, a local liqueur made from sugarcane spirit, honey, and lemon—perfect while enjoying views of the Atlantic Ocean from a terrace in a coastal village.

Best Time to Visit Madeira

Madeira is known as the island of eternal spring, with pleasant temperatures year-round. The best period for a tour is from April to October, when the chance of rain is lower and you can fully enjoy outdoor activities. In June, jacaranda trees bloom in Funchal, giving the streets a purple glow. Nature lovers should plan their visit in spring when flowers are in full bloom. During July and August, it’s warmer and busier but perfect for beach lovers wanting to relax in Calheta or Machico. In December and January, the flower festival is a colorful spectacle that brightens the dark winter months.