Madeira Roundtrip
Canico – Funchal
Beautiful flowers and coast
Lush, green meadows as far as the eye can see, the deep blue Atlantic glinting in the distance: welcome to the flower island of Madeira! The week of cycling on the Atlantic island is one for experienced cyclists. Over seven days you cycle almost all around Madeira and get to know both the island coast and countryside. By the way, Madeira is a destination for cyclists in almost every season: from February to December the temperatures are mild, so you can take a little break even in winter!
Dates 2024:
Arrival: Tue, Thu, Sat
Duration: 8 days
Dates:
Season 1: Jan 06.-Mar 01.+
Oct 26.-Dec 07.
Season 2: Mar 02.-May 17. + Oct 05.-25.
Season 3: May 18.- Oct 04.
Sustainability:
By choosing the digital route book, rather than the printed version, you´ll get a discount of € 20,-!
1st Day: Canico
Individual arrival. Enjoy all of your hotels facilities today already. It is located right by the beach so the sea is calling you too! In the evening welcome briefing by your tour representative.
Hotel (example): Four Views Oásis
2nd Day: Caniço – Camacha – Porto da Cruz, approx. 25 km + transfer
In the morning there is the transfer to Camacha, where your rental bikes will be fitted. This village is famous for its basket making. This practical souvenir is of course offered directly from the producers. You will cycle on a lovely high road right towards the East Coast. Enjoy the beautiful views on the way to the little fishing village, Porto da Cruz. Relax here on the beach made out of volcano sand or visit one of the last working sugar cane mills.
Hotel (example): Vila Bela
3rd Day: Porto da Cruz – Santana – São Vicente/surrounding, approx. 40 km + transfer
A long, steep ascent will be bridged by bus this morning. In Santana you will start your cycle tour. Beforehand you should however visit the true Madeiran landmark. The traditional, thatched farmhouses have been lovingly restored here. The cycle route goes along a beautiful road through small, charming villages whilst always running along the length of the East Coast until you get to São Vicente. The village, named after Saint Vincent, is located right by the sea. It is however well-known for its 400,000-year-old grottoes.
Hotel (example): Estalagem do Mar
4th Day: São Vicente/surrounding– Rocha Negra – Porto Moniz, approx. 35 km + transfer
To begin with, you go in the mountains today! A transfer will take you to the high plateau Paúl da Serra. From here, you get on your bike and follow the high road past grazing cows and sheep. A long descent will then lead you to the West Coast of the island. Before you get to Porto Moniz, a spectacular view will leave you breathless. Where you are staying tonight is well-known for its natural swimming pools. The sea formed small and large pools, which are popular places to swim by both locals and tourists.
Hotel (example): Aqua Natura Bay
5th Day: Porto Moniz – Calheta, approx. 45 km
Today’s stage takes you along the West Coast and right through the UNESCO world heritage site in Madeira. You will cycle through fragrant forests and through small villages and you will always be accompanied by spectacular views of the below lying sea. After every curve you get a new great photo shot. In the lively village Calheta, it was not only the yacht harbour that was rebuilt. For the artificial beach, sand was especially imported from Morocco. The former sugar cane village has become a popular place for locals to meet.
Hotel (example): Savoy Beach
6th Day: Calheta – Funchal, approx. 50 km
For the first third of today‘s stage, you will cycle directly along the waterside towards the capital. From Ribeira Brava the route takes you up hill away from the coast and then you will reach the very spectacular view point on the island. At Cabo Girao, a transparent platform was built 580m above the sea. The view down over the highest cliffs in Europe is dizzying. A long descent will then bring you back to the coast and then into the centre of Funchal. Colourful and lively are two strong impressions you will get from the capital of this island.
Hotel (example): Four Views Baía
7th Day: Funchal Ropeway ride/hike
The cable car will take you on your bike free day to the popular destination of Monte. Previously a noble health resort with grand quintas, this area offers many possibilities nowadays for an interesting day. You can visit the pilgrimage church Nossa Senhora do Monte do Monte and the tropical garden Jardim Tropical Monte Palace. You could also go for a lovely walk along the famous waterway, the “Levadas”. The rapid ride to the valley is nevertheless spectacular wits one of the fantastic wicker sledges. You will see that Madeira also isn’t boring without a bike…
Hotel (example): Four Views Baía
8th Day: Funchal
Individual departure or extension.
your accommodation:
During this trip you will stay in selected 4* hotels and once in a 2* hotel directly by the sea. The accommodations are listed as example hotels under “Itinerary”.
Please note that accommodation requests are always updated daily at the time of booking. The selection is based on availability. Of course, we are happy to accept non-binding customer requests. Tell us your wishes when booking.
your bicycles:
7-speed unisex backpedal
21-/24-speed uni/men freewheel
Rental bike Plus (20-/27-speed)
E-Bikes
- 7-speed hub gear
- 21/24-speed Alivio/Acera derailleur gears
- 20/24-speed Deore/XT/Cues derailleur gears
- Selle Royal saddle
- Saddle bag (water-repellent)
- Handlebar bag (water-repellent)
- Service set with tools and replacement tube
- Air pump
- Combination lock
arrival information:
Airport
- Next airport: Funchal (FNC)
- 7 nights incl. brakfast
- Welcome briefing
- Luggage transfer
- developed route
- Detailed travel documents 1x per room
- Bus transfers Canico – Camacha, Porto da Cruz – Santana and Sao Vicente – Rocha Negra incl. your bike
- 1 Cable car return journey Funchal – Monte
- App for Navigation and GPS-data
- Service hotline
Season 1 | Season 2 | Season 3 | |
Double room | 999,- | 1.149,- | 1.249,- |
Single room | 1.518,- | 1.668,- | 1.768,- |
Half board | 219,- | 219,- | 219,- |
Tourist tax, if due, payable locally.
Discount children / extra bed – upon request
Additional bookable
Rental bikes | |
7-/21-/24-speed | 99,- |
Rental bike Plus | 169,- |
E-Bike | 259,- |
Additional nights incl. breakfast | DBL | SGL |
Canico | 89,- | 168,- |
Funchal | 89,- | 168,- |
Operator: Eurobike
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